Blessings on you all for your continued prayers. We are excited this morning because the Dr just called and gave us some encouraging results from the bone marrow test last wed. He said her ANC went up to 212, it was 126 on the 6th. The percentage of Leukemia in her marrow had reduced from 20% to less than 1 %!!!! Isn't that a blessing?? It isn't remission yet but it seems like it will sure put her in a good position for this round of chemo. God is so faithful!! We check in tomorrow at 11:00 for labs and then hopefully there will be a bed available for Erin. She is at the top of the list for a bed but you know how hospitals are, they sometimes fill up. We are also hoping they were able to get genetic studies from the marrow but that will take another week to grow. Knowing the specific genetics may help them pinpoint the best therapy to use. I guess the prayer requests for the day include: peace of mind about starting chemo again, decreased side effects this time, and of course complete remission.
Thank you all so much for loving us through your prayers. We feel them and yes we still hear them through the prayer pager. You should have seen Laura jump this weekend every time the pager went off. She wasn't used to the sound like we are. It was so funny to see her jump! We love you all and are so thankful to have you on our team!! hugs, janet
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Way to go Erin! We're so excited to hear your ANC number went up. Remission can't be far away! Keep on doing what you're doing. All that walking on the treadmill is wonderful. Be strong as you go back in the hospital tomorrow - The prayers will keep coming your way. We love you all!
Praise God, that is exactly what we prayed for last night at Open Prayer. You guys rock for keeping us in the loop so well and helping us know exactly how to pray. We will PRAY WITHOUT CEASING, I promise.
Love,
Sheri
God is ALLWAYS RIGHT ON TIME!!!! I am so excited for you guys! Love you!
~AF
Hello Miss Erin,
Great news again! And since you have to go back tomorrow, at least your numbers are up for a head start on the next round of chemo. And please, you've gotta hurry back. These Junior High kids need you. Mostly, the other counselors need you. We're outnumbered bad and need all the help we can get!
I donated more A Pos. blood for you yesterday. Who knows, maybe you'll get mine if you need more. Strange thought, isn't it?
In a previous post, you mentioned a "get away plan". You haven't forgotten the top secret code word, have you? All you have to do is get that word to me or Dr. Butz, then just lay back and listen for the chopper. We still think, even with the previous Security problem we encountered at Emory, that we can get you out quickly. We were more worried that you might want to escape from home. And while Emory Security is one thing, they don't worry us nearly as bad as the thought of trying to get you away from your Mom. That was going to be high risk. You know how she is... ;)
All Our Love and Prayers!
Dr. Ken and the Blessing-Moore-Butz Team... Behind you all the way!
PTL for your improved numbers! We'll keep praying...for complete remission and for minimal side effects, for the peace that surpasses all understanding...........We are praying!
Love you ALL,
Vicki
Hi Erin! I'm so glad your ANC numbers went up! Hopefully that gives you a head start on round #2. We'll continue to pray for you as you go back to the hospital tomorrow. The sooner you start... the sooner you get to be done! "Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith." Hebrews 12:1-2.
We love you and all the Blonsteins (or is it Blonshine? I notice a lot of folks keep typing Blonshine. Why is that?) ; 0 )
Love, Stewie and Pam
Erin,
Wow, what encouraging news! It's so amazing to hear "less than 1%"--you're almost there! In a couple more months you could be back to grading essays again! I bet you can't wait!! ;)
Erin
I am so happy for the blessing of an ALMOST REMISSION! You'll be there soon! I love you so much and I'm praying that this time in the hospital you'll handle everything like a pro and it won't be as bad. You are so strong- keep it up girl, you're doing so great!
love love LOVE
Ellen
i saw this quote today and thought of you:
"feed your faith and your fears will starve to death. -anonymous"
don't be afraid to go back tomorrow, we are all behind you and remission is in sight!
much love,
amanda gauntt
YEAH! Thank you God! Know that you carry all of our thoughts and prayers back with you to Emory! Don't ever feel alone, for you certainly never are! I know that Amanda and Laura will have that place looking "homey" for you again soon. Hey, I'm not one to give advice (HA!), but if you come across any of that blood marked K.Moore...go ahead and enlist your "patient's rights" to say "no thanks"! Sleep well tonight tough girl!You've got this thing beat!
Much love and bunches of hugs,
Kristie Chamlee
OH MY GOODNESS!!! THIS IS SUCH A WONDERFUL BLESSING TO HEAR!!!..I'M JUST COMPLETELY WITHOUT WORDS AT THE JUMP IN YOUR NUMBERS!!!!....THANK YOU LORD ...THANK YOU LORD...THANK YOU LORD.....GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD FOR HE IS GOOD...AND HIS MERCIES...ENDURE ....FOREVER......
MAY OUR FATHER CONTINUE TO SURROUND YOU, TO COMFORT YOU...TO LIFT YOU UP...AND MAKE YOUR SPIRITS LIGHT....MAY HE CONTINUE TO BE THE SOURCE OF YOUR STRENGTH...SENDING THE MANNA FOR YOUR NOURISHMENT....AND COMPLETELY IN CHARGE OF EACH AND EVERY STEP THAT YOU CONTINUE TO TAKE....ON THE PATH....THAT BY HIS VERY HAND...HE HAS CHOSEN FOR YOU ALL ...IN THIS TIME....AND IN THIS MATTER..........WE LOVE YOU GUYS!!!
YAY!!! Sis you are doing it. Little by little you and God and all His people are beating this thing. i am so thankful for increased numbers- it puts my mind at ease a little more while Im at school. No worries I am germ free! I love you all the muches in the whole wide world and I will probably see you on Friday in the dorm room- we can decorate and walk! How bout it? I love you sisp!
Little Gonuah (how do you spell that?)
Erin! That is some super news! God is so faithful in hearing and answering our prayers.
It was such a blessing to talk to you on the phone last night. It always is! You are a great, caring friend. Will and I are praying for your complete healing and for your strength as you head to the hospital tomorrow.
Mrs. Blonshine, thanks for continually providing us with specific prayer concerns.
Love, Brittany
Erin,
You CAN do this! The news gets better and better. You are strong and if you feel that you aren't, know how many people you have touched that are now passing on their courage and strength to you. Keep up the good fight and I'll continue to carry you in my thoughts and prayers.
Angela Dean
Erin,
So you know usually I am writing silly, crazy posts to make you smile. However, as I read the post today (late today), all I can do is cry. I'm filled with so much emotion right now! I'm so very happy that your numbers are less than 1%! That's AWESOME! I'm sad that you have to go back tomorrow but confident you you will shine and kick this leukemia in the butt. As I read your mom's post today and everyone's comments all I could think about was the last time I visited you in the hospital. I told you that this year I was doing Relay For Life in your honor and that I would be proud and honored to walk with you or cheer you on from the side at Relay as you walk the survivor lap. It's in sight Erin! You are so close to it...to reaching that survivors lap and being in complete remission and done with this forever! God is there with you through it all and the angels in Heaven are about to erupt in song on the day the doctor walks in and says that lovely "R word"- R-E-M-I-S-S-I-O-N! I love you so much and you are so strong and courageous for enduring all of this. Do what Mrs. J said and walk in that hospital tomorrow with hands on your hips, the model walk/sas and show the leukemia who is boss! I will be up there with pom poms in hand whenever you need me to be. I will call you later this week to see how its going. Remember that with God, anything is possible!
Lotsa love,
Monica
well well well erin blonshine,
quite encouraging news!
mr. ken said that he donated blood yesterday and i would like the record to show that i tried.. turns out there is an age requirement!
i found out the other day i'm O- type.. thats the universal donor. that suits me quite well i believe- i'm always giving and all, you know
well i know tomorrow starts the next chapter of erin vs. leukemia.. and i know this chapter will be one filled with just as many ups and downs.
i'll come visit you when the side effects of the chemo are gone. just keep that in mind as you battle through-- seeing peter's wonderful face!!
well blogging is keep me from a geometry project due tomorrow.
thanks a lot..
i love you little missy.
What wonderful news! We are so happy for you all. This will give you confirmation that all will be well! Our prayers go with you all the way! Cherry and Bill
Erin,
I love you so much! I am praying for you as you headed back to the hospital tomorrow- remember that the sooner you go back that the sooner you can get this beat, and the sooner that you will be able to hear that "r word" that everyone keeps talking about :)
I pray that as you continue through this entire process you will have an unexplainable since of strength and peace (yes, we know exactly where it comes from!!!)
stay strong girl!!!
~love, laura courtney
*I lift up my eyes to the hills- where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. He will not let your foot slip- He who watches over you will not slumber
-Psalm 121:1-3*
HEY COACH!!!!!!
I'm so happy for you coach Blonshine! that is great news about your ANC! i hope to see you at school next year!!!
lots of love!
Lauren Beelen
Hey Erin!!
Thats is such good news! You will definetly be in my prayers tomorrow, as you are always. You will be great, you are so strong, and you have an incredible number of people who are praying for you and loving you. :D
Much love,
Rory
What great news! God is soooo good. I will definitely be praying as you all enter round two. Please let me know if there is any other way I can help. I love you all.
- Cindy H.
I came across this verse this morning and I thought it would be a comfort to you today:
"Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10
You all will not be alone today, If God is for you who can be against you! I'm praying for a ready bed and God's peace. Love ya bunches!
Aunt Debbie
The verse I came across this morning during my devotion was 2 Tim. 1: 7 - "God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power." I'm praying for you all today!!
Love, Jenny S. Woodward
A SONG FOR THIS MORNINGS CHECK IN:
Give thanks to the Lord, Our God and King
His love endures forever
For He is good, He is above all things
His love endures forever
Sing praise, sing praise
With a mighty hand and outstretched arm
His love endures forever
For the life that's been reborn
His love endures forever
Sing praise, sing praise
Sing praise, sing praise
CHORUS:
Forever God is faithful
Forever God is strong
Forever God is with us
Forever and ever, forever (2X)
From the rising to the setting sun
His love endures forever
And by the grace of God we will carry on
His love endures forever
Sing praise, sing praise
Sing praise, sing praise
(CHORUS)
His love endures forever (8X)
Sing praise, sing praise
Sing praise, sing praise
There was a leap in my heart when I heard your numbers!
REST in the LORD, sweet Erin.
He's gonna zap it out this time!
In today's Upper Room reflection for Lent, this was the quote from
John Wesley in A LONGING FOR HOLINESS...
"The bottom of the soul may be in repose even while we are in many outward troubles, just as the bottom of the sea is calm, while the surface is strongly agitated."
May you have a deep-sea peace even while you are taking this treatment. LOL, XXXXX00000 always,
Ms. Susan ~: )
I just came across this verse in one of my bible studies...
"God blesses the people who patiently endure testing. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him."
James 1:12
I immediately thought of you Erin. Aaron and I prayed for you this morning. He is sick (again)...ear infection this time, I think. Anyway, as I was giving him medicine this morning, I noticed it was 9a.m. and thougt you would probably be in a car on your way to Decatur! We took that moment to pray for an excitement as you return to Emory to kick the last bit of this Lukemia into remission! God has a special crown awaiting you! I pray for your patience while enduring this test(s)...literally and figuratively!
Lots of love,
Kristie Chamlee
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