I started to write a post yesterday evening about some of the spiritual stuff God is teaching me. I have lots of thoughts I want to share, but they don't always flow onto paper (or screen) nor do I have the time to write them all down. But God is most certainly walking through this with us and, many times, preparing the way ahead of us. There are so many stories already . . .
But I didn't finish the post last night because the words just were not coming, so I closed the computer and went to bed. And then today happened. And today sucked. I really don't want to share the details but it was just a physically, mentally, and emotionally difficult day for Katie and all of us. So I scrapped yesterday's post and this is the update you are getting. As follow up to recent prayer requests: Her white and red blood cell counts are both decreased but stable for now. Her appetite is okay and no significant nausea, but she really needs to stay hydrated and keep her strength up with good calories. She will be recovering for the next couple weeks as we await the next round of chemo. I am generally not an overprotective parent, but I am gonna be with this one. When you see Katie out and about, please control your facial contortions and do not give any piteous looks. If you normally hug her or say hi, go ahead. She would love that! Say what you always say. If she doesn't know you or you generally don't hug her when you see her in public, don't start now. Love her from afar and continue praying for her. I know everyone means well but, as a young girl, it is just weird when strangers hug her and tell her they are praying for her or constantly ask her how she is feeling. Sorry, it just is. Thanks for the food this week and other help with kids and the house. We are also very excited about TeamKatie shirts which are ready to be ordered through Roy Kuhl Sports. Blessings, Sarah
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Sarah, I love you and am praying for you and your family. I can't imagine the struggle of having a child have to endurance this sickness and treatments that sin has bright to this earth. Your honestly is so true. Even as an adult having lived through cancer, it is difficult to have life go on around you with people reacting to your presence, both good and well being and bad and hurtful. I can't imagine going through it as a child. She is blessed to have such a Godly family, immediate and extended, who love her and are holding her up in prayer. I pray for you daily, gonna get a dirt to wear proudly and know God has a grand plan for this chosen child of His. Love and prayers, jo
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Stacy Santen
11/13/2016 08:02:11 am
Praying for a better day for courageous Katie and her courageous crew. Praying it would be a day you could enjoy life and each other.
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Christa Berry
11/13/2016 08:51:58 am
Love 💕 And prayers from a far. 🙏🏻
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Jill
11/13/2016 11:06:57 am
Thoughts and prayers for you all during this challenge. Somehow, I know that you and God have got this.
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Kelley Smith
11/13/2016 12:56:21 pm
People just don't know how to process their own emotions or actions about this, I'm sure it is hard for a young girl. Praying for better days and strength and for others to support what she needs right now,
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Amy
11/14/2016 07:11:30 am
Please know we are praying for you as a family and especially Katie. As a child this challenge is difficult and you need all the strength to get through this. God Bless her and know many are praying!!!!!!
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Diane Lett
11/14/2016 10:18:52 pm
Sarah, Chad, Katie, and the entire Cobb Crew (Karen and Bill too!), Prayers are constantly in my heart for all of you. How do I get on the list to help? I can transport kids, cook, clean... whatever you need me to do. Sarah, I love your "Momma Bear" attitude. May God's Healing grace and His perfect love fill our imperfect hearts, the hearts of each health professional caring for Katie, and each heart that touches not only Katie, but the entire Cobb Crew.
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