April 29, 2009

Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 1:40 AM

I had a quick appointment today with the nurse practitioner. She said that Lydia’s swelling is gone and the lung is about the same size. They will be doing more measurements in two weeks. Chloe was able to see her sister on TV. However, I think she was more excited about the scratch and sniff sticker that they gave her.

Kyle and Carter are at the Lake of the Ozarks taking care of Kyle's dad on hospice. Kyle has been approved to work from their small office in Osage Beach (10 minutes away), which was great news. He is the only one around right now who is able to lift his father so please pray that Kyle stays strong physically. Chloe and I came home Monday night for the appointment today. The kids needed some one-on-one attention and time apart from each other. Hopefully absence will make their hearts grow fonder. I had no idea sibling rivalry started so young. Grandma and Great Grandpa are spoiling Carter while Chloe and I are having “Princess Week.” Chloe and I will be heading back to the Lake on Friday.

How are we really doing? Honestly, we’ve had some pretty sad and stressful moments. We’ve been perplexed but not in despair. God is with us and we have an undeniable peace. “In his heart, a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps.” He’s always proved faithful and we do believe His promises. Please pray that our minds will stop going crazy through all of the “what if’s.” We know to plan but to be flexible and take one day at a time. Now that I’m obviously showing, people are asking the “When are you due?” question. Every time I’m able to answer, “July 31,” I wonder if that’s really the plan but I just smile and trust. We’re very thankful that neither of us have had any real anxiety in the past 6 weeks.

Thank you for your continued prayers!
Melinda


“I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”