Going through this experience has been very interesting. I am very intrigued by how God will use this all for the good. And I know He will!!
Last Monday, I got up as usual and started my day. We usually have smoothies in the morning, chat, check the news before Stephen heads upstairs to start his workday. As I relaxed there I began to feel nauseous, and began to get sick despite the many medicines in my cabinet. It quickly became apparent it was getting out-of-control quickly! - The doctor's office requested we come in to see them. All I wanted to do was curl up in a ball, but I knew better, Stephen, my rock would not allow that. -When we arrived at the office they checked my blood cell count. It was very low and my temperature was higher then they wanted - So off to Eastside hospital through back corridors and with the aid of wheelchairs and heat packs (severe chills). At the hotel-like private room they piled blankets, attached me to fluids, anti-nausea meds and anti-biotics. My doctor was not working, but came anyway to my room within a hour (I felt taken care of). He thought I might be there until Thursday, but if my temp and nausea and white blood cell counts were in check I could go home earlier.
No one wants to stay in the hospital for long, but really I had a somewhat good experience! I really felt taken care of. The doctor visited me each day, the nurses were terrific and the room was comfortable. As each hour ticked by I know I was better! So nice. Hubby stayed and my girls and my sister stayed with me. I felt loved too! So Wednesday they released me! So happy and relieved!
So we arrived home on Wednesday afternoon as I began the business of recovering more, Steve came down with a flu! My rock was down. But Ahaaa, we had the answer to our many questions: Why did I get so sick? Was it some of the Chemo drugs? Was I exposed to someone who was sick? Did I eat something that was bad? --No, it was a bug! It took Stephen down for about a day and a half. We quarantined him, and as much as I wanted to help him get better, we stayed separated for two days. As nice as that hospital stay was, we did not want to return.
The week went so incredibly fast - a blurr. So we took a few more days of rest and now things are better. Feeling strong and peaceful. There are only 3 more chemo session scheduled. Looking forward to 2014 - Looking forward to my grandson being born! Looking forward to all GOD has in store!
Romans 8:28
Amplified Bible (AMP)
28 We are assured and know that [God being a partner in their labor] all things work together and are [fitting into a plan] for good to and for those who love God and are called according to [His] design and purpose.
