Last night was not a good night and this morning wasn't too great either. For some reason my calves are killing me! I mean, when I get out of bed I can't even straighten my legs and walk I feel like I'm about 88 years old. In fact, I went to the lab this morning to get my blood drawn and as I was walking in all these old people were passing me by. That's a little depressing. I know they aren't blood clots and they definitely aren't sore because I over excercised or something. Just strange and bothersome. I wil have to check with my doctor.
Then at 10:30 I had to go in to Redlands Community for my petscan. Carol Kreuter had paved the way for me in radiology and they treated me so kindly. It wasn't bad at all. They inject a "radioactive sugar" which after about 45 minutes of resting finds its way to the cancer in my body. Then I was given the scan which was also about 45 minutes. No problem at all. One funny thing - the hospital shares the scan with a couple of other hospitals. So it is literally brought to the parking lot and put behind shipping and receiving in a trailer. They wheeled me out of radiology and down this long hallway and before you know it I was out on the dock where all the trucks deliver the hospital goods. If it had been a horror movie, the nurse would have wheeled me to the edge of the dock and dumped me over! I almost started laughing because it seemed so ludricous to me. Then across the parking lot and into the trailer. We will find out the results on December 8 when we have the first appointment with the oncologist.
And tonight I packed a bag as we are flying to Chicago tomorrow for two job interviews in Indiana. This is something we had planned before and we feel must continue pursuing. I am struggling with going, worried that my legs will hurt and worried about having to be "on" with strangers.
Please pray - that my legs will feel back to normal tomorrow, that the cancer has not spread and that the weekend in Indiana will be a time of refreshment and relaxation, not tiring.
I have had a hard time praying today. Thank you to all who are lifting me up to God. I feel His presence through you.
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Sorry about the legs. Probably every new ache or pain is scary now, not just bothersome.
Will pray that the trip brings you some needed fun and distraction.
So glad you are going ahead with the plan to go to Indiana, Joyce. May God's presence surround you and Russ, and lead the way for you to make plans for the future. You're in my prayers, Marsha
I knew there must have been a reason that while I was driving through the Tehachapi Mountains yesterday I was praying for you! Our God is an amazing God. I will continue and not stop!!!! Your trip may be a very nice diversion!!!! God is in control and greater than cancer!
Understandable! WOW, hang in there and let's hope your trip is AMAZING!! :)
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and Russ as you make this journey to Indiana. May God may it clear to you the directions He has for yours lives
So much for my typing this morning (not enough coffee :) ). Obviously my comment meant to say: May God make it clear to you the direction He has for your lives.
May the LORD be with you both as you travel and bless your plans for the future. Hopeful that you don't have any complications from traveling, Joyce, and that you and Russ can have an enjoyable and relaxing get-away, in between interviews.
Praying for you! God will sustain you, during these times of uncertainty. I have a book for you, that will bring you great hope. :) Maybe I could drop it by on Monday, so you have it before hearing back from the Dr. on Tuesday. let me know.
Steve and I read your posts tonight. Be assured that we will be praying for you and Russ in the days ahead. Life is full of unexpected turns. Sometimes so much to be anxious about. When life is stressful, I always take comfort in this verse from Lamentations 3-"because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed. His mercies never fail. Great is His faithfulness..." Sending hugs your way from Minnesota friends.
Joyce, Russ's Calvin alumni board colleagues are in prayer for you and the family. May you experience encouragement, hope and healing.
"And hope does not disappoint us because of the love God has poured into our hearts through the Spirit whom he has given us" (Romans 5:5).
May the Spirit lead with kindness and amazing grace.
Joyce, I have been thinking about you and Russ for this entire weekend. I hope your trip went well! I would love to come and see you or get together for coffee, just let me know what works for you!! I would love to become a prayer partner for you!! Specific prayer requests are welcomed!! <3 Patty
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