Journal entry by Linda Weber —
Remission—I’m told I am now in remission, after the hematologist malignancy/high risk MDS. That is a big deal after this year long process, thank you Lord. This is true, yet I’m told that it’ll be a year that things can pop up still and that I’ll need to go on being very careful to avoid germs. I’m still 20 days from that 100 day mark they expect the extensive restriction list to be honored. Insurance requires it. I’ll look forward to driving again. My caregivers have been oh so busy doing so much for me. (Sandi & sister Judy) My young immune system needs to be guarded. The doctor and staff will even be regiving me childhood vaccinations since they have destroyed so much of my body in getting ready for that new transplanted bone marrow.
In celebrating my new birthday from the transplant, I have just got a new February birthstone ring in honor of this God allowed lease on life. It’s purple & very fun. Reminds me of answered prayers—many thanks to all of you.
After 30 chemo sessions and much more which you’ve heard about along the way, I may have a few more days of that in some weeks, and there will be at least 3 more biopsies till February. The biweekly blood draws and doctor appointments go on—I’m continued to be impressed with the knowledgeable care I get at OHSU to take care of this complicated disease.
After 3 blood clots, for which I take specific drugs, I do pray they get totally resolved. Many drugs have been stopped but there are still plenty I’m required to take in preventing oft common issues that can do damage. (I never use to take any drugs, much less go to doctors.) Since they have expected problems to arise from transplants I’ve been required to not be left alone, which has required “babysitters” here & there.
Generally, I’m doing quite well. My hair has grown to about 1/4 inch—I will enjoy getting my hair back in time. It’s a small price to pay.
Whether it’s disease, losses, relationship issues, hardships of any kinds, we have opportunity to trust a big God and enjoy growth in our lives as we truly have a mindset to overcome, however God chooses for us. I truly believe His principles I’ve had opportunity to follow as I had laid out in my book, Mindset Choices. I trust you will choose to overcome your hardships.
Jer. 20:11 The Lord is with me like a mighty warrior.
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