Dear Prayer Warriors, Thank you, thank you, thank you for all the prayers and birthday wishes. Last night when we turned on the T.V. Aladdin was on and they were singing "A Whole New World" and I thought that was very appropriate for our special day. Erin is doing o.k. She still has a ton of nausea. They are trying to control it, but she is allergic to so many of the antinausea meds, there just isn't anything to help. She is so tired of the golden bucket! She can't get much rest and feels so weak. The Dr. is always urging the walking, so in a moment of God given energy yesterday, she walked her mile. I figure God made her donor cells strong to get her walking so quickly. We were talking with a couple of nurses about our incessant curiosity about who the donor could be and they said alot of times they get donors from the military. So even if it comes from overseas. it doesn't mean the person is European. He could be one of our GIs. Isn't that cool?? Although I must admit we were all looking forward to a trip to Europe in 2 years to meet him. Who knows? He could be a good ole boy from here. Either way, he is our personal hero. We are just so thankful he was willing and able and that the cells arrived safely. I prayed up til the last second as they were spiking the bag. My nurse friends will understand. Sometimes when you spike a bag, the spike goes through and ruins the contents. And we had a trainee doing it. God likes to keep me on my knees every SECOND!! Wow. Please pray for Erin's nausea today too. She is getting Methotrexate to suppress her immune system so her new cells can get going. It causes yet more nausea. Poor baby. We love you for your prayers. blessings, janet
"But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is make perfect in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me." 2 Cor 12:9
"But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is make perfect in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me." 2 Cor 12:9
15 comments:
Thank you so much for the blog and the picture -- both bring all us Prayer Warriors closer to you and give us an extra focus in our beseeching. Erin, what a beautiful, beautiful smile.
love,
Linda
Thank you Lord for being in the details! Janet, I totally know about the spiking of the bag and it never crossed my mind to pray for that! Most nurses, at least once in their career, have done the very thing you're talking about. I'm so pleased, thrilled, happy, thankful that everything is coming together for Erin. I know those new cells are from a strong, macho man and are moving in, setting up shop and kicking butt! Love you guys! Aunt Deb
"And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose". Ro.8:28
Praying, praying praying for nausea relief. Thank you for giving us a little peek into your experience.
The Fosters
Loving and praying for you, Erin!
Thank you for the picture!!! The Blonshines are one beautiful family! Erin, you are beaming, as usual! Sending lots of love to you guys!
The Chamlees
John says he's found the source of your nasea...it's all of those GA balloons! We'll send you some TECH ones and you're sure to feel better soon!
thx 4 the picture
such pretty ladies, indeed!
...praying for those cells like Debbie said...envisioning them taking over and meaning business!
Will be sending you some pics from today's worship svc in the warehouse...you WERE THERE with us (on my button), and in our hearts!
XXX000 kisses & hugs!!
Susan
1 Peter 1:22-23 "Having purified your souls by your obedience to the truth for a sincere love of the brethren, love one another earnestly from the heart. You have been born anew, not of perishable seed but of imperishable, through the living and abiding word of God."
Yay what a great pic! In church today we sang this version of "It is well with my soul" and I thought about you guys. The chorus goes:
"It is well, it is well
through the storm I am held
It is well, it is well with my soul.
It is well, it is well
God has won, Christ prevails
It is well, it is well with my soul."
Praising God today for a successful procedure, for healthy new cells and for the beginning of the healing process!
Love you guys!
Jenny S W
Wow. What are they thinking letting a trainee anywhere near that bag?? Well, I'm glad it all turned out just right and know that things will continue in the same direction...just right! Sorry for all the nausea and praying that it subsides ASAP!
Love,
The Stills
That is the most beautiful Birthday Party picture I have ever seen! I have tried to wrap my mind around the amazing powers of our God to orchestrate this incredible birthday celebration involving a compassionate stranger, a phenomenal young lady, and a loving, obedient family. Only God can make a picture this beautiful!! Erin, you continue to astound us with your courage and endurance. We will continue to praise God for miracles and will be bold in asking that He continue to bless you with relief from nausea, restful sleep to grow successful cells, and loving care to be given to your wonderful care-givers. Give your mom a big smile cuz she needs to know you are ok. We love you sweet girl, and can't wait to be sitting in the pew when you preach the sermon at church.
Blonshines,
You are getting very good at this blogging thing...you have graduated to posting pictures! I am so proud...you will have to start giving lessons. Thank you for sharing the picture with us. It's awesome!
I have to agree with the Chamlees about the source of Erin's nausea...but of course, we think there needs to be a little UT orange in the mix to bring you a little strength. I mean orange IS the color of orange juice...a great source of vitamin C!
I will pray for relief from the nausea and continued strength as you graft, baby, graft!
Love, hugs and continued prayers to you all,
~The Petersons
Hey Blonshines!
Just wanted to say Erin is in my families thoughts and prayers and we love you all. We are also praying for all of you. God bless and tell Erin we are praying and thinking of her often.
Much love and God bless,
Brooke Hoppmeyer (and the rest of the Hoppmeyers)
Erin and all the Blonshine Family.... We Love You!!! That picture speaks a thousand words!!! God is Good!!!.. now if only he could take away that nausea????Cindy Craft and Family
Morning Ms Erin,
Good to see the picture of the family. We pass another hurdle with more to go. Good thing no hurdle is to high for our God. We love you and continue to pray for you.
Hanley's
Thank you for posting the picture! It feels like such a priviledge to be allowed into your lives this way. We are praying that the recovery process goes well and you do not have too many reactions to those nasty meds you have to take. Erin, you are still such a beautiful lady and your strength shines through. You inspire me and make me realize that we are all so much stronger than we realize.
xoxo
Dixie and Brad
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