Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Nausea gets worse
These last seven days have been....well,.. I don't even know how to put it properly into words. You would think that it should be easy to write down simple things like events, etc., but the emotions that can go along with it can be like trying to ride a tornado. My sister Sherri got back to our place on Thursday with Damon (our middle boy) and her suitcase packed with painting clothes. She soon had everyone involved in transforming Makaela's bedroom. Baseboards where ripped off and paintbrushes and rollers flew. While that was going on Damon's room was being finished being built downstairs. By Sunday Makaelas room was repainted, re-trimmed, windows cased, new curtains, and a new light. Damons room was completed including new doors, carpet, paint, etc.. Thanks to Brents determined ways, and a house of organized chaos, I have two happy children sleeping in new bedrooms. During all this, Veronika and Mom also looked after meals and Lanita. Lanita's nausea was settled down for a couple of days and then seemed to come back stronger again. We tried to control it with just her dex meds but it was soon back to full dosage nausea meds again. Her body seems to be telling her something and the message seems to be getting louder. We will continue to do all we can nutritionally as well as to control the nausea, but it seems that Gods plan of acceptance is the journey to be taken. As Lanita continues this journey, we will each go through this time with our own personal unique journeys as well. All I can say, is that there has been a lot of very rich moments through this experience. We have been so blessed these last few days to have a couple of Gods Servants, LaDon Loyek, and Rick Larson, stay with us. My heart is full and maybe, in time, I might be able to share some of these rich times in the form of written word. Lanita's hair still continue's to fall out bit by bit so things are looking a little patchier but she isn't bald yet. She is having her food thrown in the blender to make things go easier and every once in awhile, I watch her have a little grin, as she wipes the crumbs from her mouth while savouring one of those holiday cookies! Tomorrow is another day in her little journey. Her heart continues to reach out and envelope the hearts of everyone she knows. We are thinking also of Keith Olsen on his journey these final days as well.
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This journey is very sobering for those of us on the sidelines. Thank you for your courage to try to put it into words. It reminds us of what the reality of this life is. So glad that we have SO much to look forward to beyond this earthly scene! Sending heaps of love to you all.
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Wonderful that you have "special" company in your home at this time to give you comfort and peace. Everyday will be precious to you all. Take courage and thanks again for sharing and keeping us updated. We think of you often Lanita and family. Big HUGS
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ReplyDeleteWe are here in the DR and had supper with Krista last night so she was asking about you. Didn't realize you two used to be roomies, Lanita. I am going to get her email from Derek so I can pass on your blog link. So sorry to hear the nausea is back in full force. Thinking of you across the miles with love. Janell and family
Hugs & more hugs to all of you!! Your faith, courage & acceptance is an inspiration to us all.
ReplyDeleteConstantly thinking of you,
Tim, Weaze, Mandi, Korbin, Jayme & Avery
xoxoxo
Thinking of your family... Appreciate your courage and spirit very much.
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we think of you all every day and pray for courage, strength and love to you all during this time. Much love, Gerri, Greg, Brennan and Brady
ReplyDeleteWe too are constantly thinking of Lanita and y'all, Love your courage and faith. You are in our prayers. Lori, Ruben and family
ReplyDeleteThinking of you all the time and love the little updates...i can't even imagine how hard they are to write. Please give Lanita a hug from me...just wish there was something I could do...praying for strength and grace for your family love Connie, Neil,Kierra & Jada Sharp
ReplyDeleteThank you, Eldon. So sorry the nausea has come back in fuller force.
ReplyDeleteYour comment about acceptance reminded me of the poem:
Oh my heart be still
Let thy restless worries cease
And accept His Will.
Though the test be not your choice
It is His, therefore rejoice.
In His plan there cannot be
Ought to make thee sad.
If this is His choice for thee,
Take it and be glad.
Make it some lovely thing,
to the glory of the King.
Cease from sighs and murmurings,
Sing His lovely grace,
This thing means thy furthering
To a wealthy place.
From thy tears he'll give release
In acceptance lieth peace.
I love this one:
If we could plan the path of life
there'd be no tears, no loss;
But then, how should we learn,
The meaning of the Cross?
How learn to bear our burdens
with courage and good cheer?
No need to do a kindly deed.
If all were perfect here.
If everyone had everything,
what need of sacrifice?
Would things have any value,
if they didn't have a price?
If trouble never came our way,
How peaceful life would be;
But then, perhaps, we'd never
learn to face reality.
If nothing interfered with
life's calm, easy flow,
How should we learn
to brave the storm,
How would the Spirit grow?
If all were well,
what need to serve,
to love and sympathise?
The things that make us humble
are the things that make us wise.
With lots of love, and heartfelt feelings for Lanita, facing days of dreadful nausea; and for you, standing by and feeling "helpless" - yet doing all you can possible do to help; and for your family.
from the North Queensland Hazlewoods
May God continue to bless you both and your family.
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Christine and Tim
You are all being so brave. Thanks so much for the updates, as Lanita, and all of you, are never out of our thoughts these days. The spirit of your entries on this blog is amazing, and you, who all need comfort at this time, end up comforting others. All our Love...Jason,Julie and kids.
ReplyDeleteOur hearts are heavy for you and also sending warm wishes and hugs to you all. Thank you for you words of wisdom, Eldon....Thinking of you often through out the days. Vaughn, Twila and kids.
ReplyDeletethinking of you so much and so often, Lanita, with love from nalini and ken
ReplyDeleteyou are all in our thoughts and we are saying our prayers for you. ken lorri and ryan wilson
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