Updates

After the third round of radiation my Dad remains active, but he is definitely tired. He is keeping up with a schedule of going into their cabinet shop and getting out to hit some balls on the golf course each day. My mom remains faithful; however, she has experienced some hard days facing this serious illness with my dad. They had an appointment with the oncologist this week who spelled out to them how complicated kidney cancer is. It has a high rate of recurrence and follow up treatment is not always a clear course. Difficult information to process, and while sometimes during this journey their spirits sag, they always seem to rally back as they know that they are in God's hands throughout this time. For now we are thankful that my dad is tolerating the radiation treatments well.
Our cousin Lindsey went by air ambulance from the Cleveland Clinic to her home in Oklahoma City today. Hospice care has been arranged for her and she will be in her home surrounded by her family and friends. Please continue to pray that they may have peace and comfort during this very difficult time.
As a family, we are in a season that has several family members struggling with serious illness. While we have a very strong faith and remain stalwart, these are hard experiences on both those who are sick, and the rest of us who love them so much. We do appreciate all the prayer, support and encouragement as we continue on through these tough times. A special thank you to my mom, Uncle Robert and Lindsey's parents as they are the primary caretakers in the daily trenches and we are grateful for all you do.