"Be at rest, O my soul, for the Lord has been good to you."
-Psalm 116:7
Sorry that I did not update yesterday after my lumbar puncture... I usually blog at night and last night was a difficult night for me. Rewind to my lumbar puncture- Sue (Dr. Kantarjian's Advanced Nurse Practitioner) reviewed my blood counts with me and asked me if I would like Sheena to do my LP. She remembered me mentioning the last few not going well and said that she would call Sheena and take care of everything. She would be there as well in case Sheena needed anything since she hadn't done outpatient procedures before (it's the same procedure just in a different area). I started to thank her and her response was, "We put you through enough, this is the least we can do!". Keep in mind Sue is incredibly busy and highly requested herself... so I got two of the best for my LP (plus the nurse that was scheduled to do my procedure was the one from last time... yikes!). I am so thankful for nurses that really care about me and go out of their way to make my treatment a little easier. This lumbar puncture was by far the fastest and fairly painless so thank you for your prayers! Plus Sheena said that she would make her self available for my last 4 lumbar punctures!
Later that day I did get a headache, but that has gotten better today. I mentioned earlier that last night was tough for me... I had to say bye to my mom for the first time since February. It is only for a few days and Louis knows how to do everything to help me so I really didn't need to get upset, but I did. After crying and convincing my mom that I did in fact want her to go to the wedding, I went and cried myself to sleep. Poor Louis... It is so strange not having her here, I don't know what I will do come August. I was also upset because the reason that she is gone is to be at my sweet cousin Leah's wedding with majority of my extended family. My family is VERY close and it is incredibly hard for me to not be there for one of the most important days in my cousin's life. Just typing this I am getting teary again and would appreciate your prayers over the next two days as I will be home while the rest of my family gets to celebrate the marriage of Scott and Leah.
Tomorrow morning Louis and I will go to Dr. Hsu's office to do my blood work. I am expecting my white count to be on its way down and will be interested to see what my platelets are. Since my white count will be dropping again, please pray that I would stay healthy and not get any infections in a time my body can't fight them.
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I just read your note to my Mother Grace on the phone. She saw your Dad Steve in Decorah this afternoon and yesterday, too. They went over pictures. He is entertaining the groom before the wedding, playing golf, I think she said. I'm sorry you are missing the wedding. That is sad. But you have Louis, the love of YOUR life, so that's happy.
ReplyDeleteAll of our love from our family to yours and many blessings as you face each new day.
God is love.
Cathy J
Katrina...It's so cool how the Lord cares about every little detail and answers prayers specifically! I prayed that you would get Sheena to do the procedure and you did! What a blessing that they love and care for you there, as well! It's wonderful to see you are still finding little things each day to give you joy, despite the situation. I love you, Beano!
ReplyDeletePlease know that while being with Leah and Scott on their wonderful day, everyone that knows you will also be thinking of you the whole time. We will miss your bubbly and sweet self and will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
I'm sure Louis will be taking great care of you and enjoying pampering you himself.
Loving you always.....Jodi
Dear Sweet Katrina,
ReplyDeleteYou have such a tender heart and I know your desire is to be at the wedding...I just began a Beth Moore study and this scripture made me think of you, "In my distress I cried unto the LORD, and he heard me." ~Psalm 120:1
I am so grateful your honesty and HIS presence!
Warmly with a hug,
Wendy
I pray for you and your family daily! It is okay to feel a bit sad while your mom is away. You are such an inspiration to me. Your faith is amazing! You are such a courageous person and I admire you greatly!
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Happy Anniversary! WE LOVE YOU BOTH!
ReplyDeleteI am following your blog from a friend who posted it on FB. I want you to know that I continue to pray for you and your family. I haven't seen an update since last week and was just concerned. Just know that even strangers are lifting you up!
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