2 DOWN AND 5 TO GO

It's Sat. morning and I just enjoyed a nice large bowl of hot oats. It's actually the first food that has tasted good since Tues. I can tell that things are changing. Like my mouth is starting to become a little sensitive, like a light sunburn inside. The last three days have been a little rough. The nausea seems to be more severe for two to three days following chemo. It just makes it hard to eat. I'll tell you one thing, this sure gives me a whole new appreciation for pregnant women who suffer from nausea. It's not fun. However I have a promise that this too shall pass.

This Fri. marked the end of my second week of treatment. Only five to go. I've got a new slogan. TGIS. Thank God it's Saturday. No iv's, no pills and no radiation.

Once again our friends came through to make a rough time a whole lot smoother. Terry Martin, I enjoyed your company so much last Tues. I think talking about old times and surfing helps keep everything on a positive note. Thanks for the ride. Wed. was probably my roughest day, only to be blessed out of my socks Wed. night. Nancy and Joel Severson and Annie Kilroy came over to pray and worship. It was a wonderful special time. The Holy Spirit was at work. I was even able to sing, and I felt good the whole time. I am still able to sleep good. That is really a blessing. Jeff and Cathy Girard, thanks for dropping by. It is so good to see friends. It really does lift my spirits. You guys are truly appreciated. Thank you for the cards. Thank you Pastor Roger for your continued prayers. Thank you everyone for your prayers and support. Kat and I Love and appreciate each one of you.

Just a little side note. I'm sure you all know what a co-dependent is. I always liked the analogy of a co-dependent as being someone when you die your whole life flashes before their eyes. Well, I've got three new ones and they all happened this week and they just happen to be with three of my closest (female) friends. Number one is of course my best friend Kat. I've got cancer and her hair is falling out. Number two would be Tanya LLoyd. I've got cancer and she is throwing up. I do hope you're feeling better. Number three, well, that would be good ole Annie Kilroy. The other night she was praying for me in the Spirit and guess who fell to the floor? It wasn't me. Thank you guys for loving me so much. Now do I have any takers for dry mouth?

Philippians 4:6-7 - Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Love,

Old Jer