Last weekend was a blur - getting "bagged" (i.e. exceeding mission time in the helicopter and having to get relieved by a fresh crew) while on duty and hoisting someone who fell off a 350' cliff, not sleeping for 48 hrs, watching the San Francisco Red Bull Soap Box Race in Dolores Park (in S.F.) and getting our car towed while on the way to chemo and having to put it off until yesterday, it's been crazy. And we don't even have kids ... I'm sure that would add a new level of chaos to things
Christie received Chemo yesterday, so we're a day off her normal schedule. No big deal. Tomorrow she'll have her PET scan, which is a pretty accurate body scan for active cancer cells. We're hoping and praying that it shows NO tumor at all. That would be outstanding. The docs would surely put her through the rest of her chemo, but that would be great. I've been thinking about what would cause the doctors to declare her cured on the spot tomorrow - and the only thing I can think of is if there were no sign of anything at all abnormal in her chest. That would be miraculous, since even after the cancer is gone, there will probably be all sorts of scar tissue and residual fibers from where the tumor was growing.
We're praying for Christie to be completely cured like that. But even if she is not, God is still good, we realize he still loves us as much as if he did cure her miraculously, and we will wait on Him, the God who, for those who love Him, turn bad things into good things (somehow ... amazingly ... curiously). Please pray for excellent results on tomorrow's test.
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Yes we will be praying for good results. NO tumor!! Christie I hope you are feeling ok. It has been a tough week for both of you. We miss and love you and can't wait to hear the good news.
Love you, Aunt Chrissie and the gang
Ryan & Christie ... Thank you for continuing to share your life of faith with others, including me. I appreciate it, and it is always a blessing to read about how you are doing and to hear about your walk with God during this season of your life.
When I read today's entry, I was immediately impressed with your faith, and I was reminded of two verses of scripture ... "And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him." Hebrews 11:6 ... and "...You do not have because you do not ask." James 4:2
You know, one of the greatest jewels of the Christian life is learning to "Just ask God. Just ask Him." :) It never hurts to just ask Him for what we need or want, and then wait to see what He does.
It is always best to ask God for "everything" and know for sure that we will receive at least some of "everything," than it is to ask Him for "nothing" and receive all of "nothing." :)
I am praying for a miracle for Christie, as well. And, I am asking God to bring forth an excellent report and stunning indicators of progress ... knowing that God, in His supreme wisdom, knows exactly what that report and progress will be. :)
Keep asking ~
Doris
With God all things are possible. We are praying along with you for that miracle!
I'm onboard with praying for that! And anything and everything else--not the least would be just feeling well! Love y'all!
Steph
I am catching up on your blog--Gahgee and I returned from the beach last night. Unbelievable all that happens to you two in two days--rescuing people from a cliff would be enough exitement for most folks!
You are in our prayers without ceasing. I have been praying for a miracle since before your diagnosis, and continue to do so, knowing that God's peace in these storms is one miracle we have already been granted. So, we'll hope and believe for even greater things to come.
You are always in my heart,
Mom
Ryan,
You've got me tearing up (in a very manly way, mind you) in my cube here at CGHQ with those last two paragraphs.
That last paragraph is especially inspirational, thanks.
Keep up the good work guys, you're in my prayers.
-Ryan White
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