Thursday, April 18, 2013

Last one

We've been waiting for this day for a year and 1/2 now. . . I went to bed last night filled with emotions I cannot describe. . . I thought I would be more excited and giddy but it wasn't that. . . I just can't describe it.  I heard a lie . . . "there will be something else they see and you will not be through with chemo". . . I chose to dismiss it. I had to fix my eyes back on what God revealed a while back.
I thanked God for healing this warrior! and for carrying us through!
 
As I walked to the van early this morning to begin our route to the hospital, I noticed something strange. . . it was still dark so it was hard to tell just what it was.
I soon realized. . .
 
 
I have some sneaky friends. . . HA!
One who God has chosen to reveal  pieces of my heart to. . . pieces that even I don't fully  understand.  
 
 Extremely thankful the MRI showed no growth and maybe even some slight decrease in one of the tumors.
So, we are finished with chemo but there is still much need for prayer.  The next 6 months to a year without chemo will show if the tumor cells are indeed dead.  Each day we will have to make a choice. . . . to pick up our armor . . .
and thank God for the journey . . . the journey already traveled and the one yet to come. 
 
 
The one behind the scene needs prayer too. . .Clothed in his sister's blanket. . . always concerned about how she is doing . . . he follows her around watching her every move. . . He has forever been changed by all that has rocked our world.  I see so often the cry for attention from this precious warrior prince.  Please pray for him too.
 
 
So much to be thankful for as we reflect back

 
Today has been a day filled with emotion: I feel torn. . . I want to jump up and down with joy and shout "No more chemo" but the reality is God has forever changed my heart for the sick kids. . .
Today another child's family is desperately hurting. . . wishing they didn't have to say goodbye so soon. . . The ache is sooo deep.  Please pray for Claire's family.
So many kids fighting for a cancer-free life. . . It's Hard and painful most of the time. . . . 
Praying often. . .
Never forgetting. . .
The ones who fought so hard and are now in heaven.
This beauty is missed so much! Please pray for Kate's family
 
 
 
We ARE excited about the good news . . . we ARE Thankful. . . we DO experience Joy. . .
But our hearts will NEVER be the same. They will ALWAYS have a piece that hurts from the pain and reality of childhood cancer. 
 
None of us could do this without the Prayer Warriors. You are SO needed! 
THANK YOU!!

9 comments:

  1. Wonderful, wonderful news ... We are rejoicing with you!! We will continue to pray! Sending love to your family! Jill & Brad Sullivan

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  2. We are so happy to hear the good news. And we will keep praying for your warrior princess and family.
    love,
    Mel, Tim and kids

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  3. So very happy for this wonderful news! Our God is so good! Your family is forever changed for a reason. Praying always for Elaina and family!
    Love,
    The Keeble's

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  4. Hi Shea! I knows you mean this to be the "last blog", however, please consider randomly blogging about how He is working in other areas of your families personal lives and perhaps how God uses y'all at your big, big family at Parkway Baptist Church. Only those members of that family really know how to be there for the other brothers and sisters in Christ!

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    1. This won't be my last post... I will continue posting God's movement in our lives and give updates on Elaina after each scan. Your comment was so encouraging. Thank you!

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  5. Shea, you write so well. I love to read your raw emotions and honest feelings in your blog. Continued prayers for your families and the children warriors and their families.

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