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Dad grew very weak on Friday and Saturday (following a chemo treatment on Wednesday). It became very difficult for him to get up and down or to get around at all.
Saturday evening he said he thought he had a fever, and we discovered it was 101 degrees. We took him to the ER, and after a chest X-ray, we were told he has pneumonia. He is now in the Oncology unit and is receiving intravenous antibiotics. In addition, he has pain now in his hip bone and his elbow bone and is being treated with painkillers.
The doctors expect him to be in the hospital for 3 or 4 days. Please pray for my mom especially as they will now have to arrange their house for him to stay on the main level. Changes are happening more quickly than we expected, but still, dad’s spirits are strong, and we know God’s presence is with him.
Although there doesn’t seem to be much we can do, the prayers of many are bringing peace to us. Dad’s also a very affectionate guy, and he is being showered with hugs and kisses from his family. Although it’s hard to see him like this, we cherish all the times we have with him.
4 years ago
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I'll continue to pray for all involved. Just know that while God is always close to us, He has probably never been as close to you and your family as He is right now. His everlasting love will lift you through this.
Father God, wrap your arms around these dear ones, and let them know the warmth of Your embrace. Even though the deep water rages all around, let them know Your peace, beyond all that we can imagine. Amen.
Thank you for these prayers and support. It looks like visits to my parents will now be an every weekend event. Your prayers will sustain me in my travels. I praise God for so many great friends. I do not walk this journey alone.
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