Thursday, January 28, 2010

UPDATE...

Hello all...we are finally home from a long day of testing in Grand Rapids....I think the DRIVE was a little test this morning too...the roads were pretty slick.
Dave was scheduled for a "Thigh to eye" PET scan and then a brain CT. scan to follow.
The facility is amazing and the staff could not have been better in caring for our needs...
We arrived and immediately were shown to our "Suite"! (I'm thinking...? Suite?).
For the next three hours we stayed in our own little mini room complete with heated recliners...refreshments...full screen tv...heated blankets ...what ever you needed.
Dave was hooked up to an I.V. and over the course of the next two hours he drank and received fluids through his arm.
Then he was given the PET scan (20-min.) and taken to another room for a CT. scan of his head. On completion of the testing they brought in a snack and drink cart so Dave could get something in his system before leaving, as he had no food all day.
All-in-all, as enjoyable an experience as it could be.
While in transit we recieved phone calls from both the Colon Dr. and the Liver Drs. offices...to schedule visits on Monday , (Feb 1)...an hour apart! We were thankful they could coordinate them both on the same day and close together!
So Monday we will know FOR SURE... the PET scan results and the plan of "Attack" in it's totality.
We are thankful for the way things are going...and the speed to which things are rolling along.
David "feels" well and is using this time to catch up on reading, visiting some friends and just girding himself up for the months ahead...
About 9 months by the time we hopefully see the end....Just about the time of a normal pregnancy!!!! I told him ..."Just think!..You'll be born again!...in 9 months... What would he do without me!...Lol.
That's all for now...Hope that keeps you current and as always...we covet your prayers as we can feel that sweet sence of peace every time the boat starts to rock...
GO AHEAD!......HAVE THE BEST WEEKEND E-V-E-R...!!!!!!! XOXO~Kathy.

30 comments:

  1. Back at cha! Enjoy your weekend. You seem upbeat and powerful.
    Thinking of you and Dave
    Pam

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  2. Oh dear, Kathy. I have missed a lot I'm afraid. Your Dave must be ill. You sound in good spirits in spite of what you are having to do. I must go back and see if I can find out what has been happening to you. I hope he will be alright..and it sounds like he will. Just going to go check.

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  3. Dear Kathy,

    I have been away for a few weeks and so have only just caught up on your news. I have read your previous posts so am up to date now but I just wanted to let you know that I will keep you and your dear husband in my thoughts and prayers.

    Sending you love, hope and my very best wishes, Natasha.

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  4. So glad you are moving along at Godspeed! Prayers are still going up on your family's behalf!!

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  5. It's nice that the Drs and nurses are taking such good care of you both -like a big hug as you go through these stressful days. I'm sending a hug hug your way too - hope you feel it :-)

    I hope you have a relaxing weekend, we're expecting more snow and I've tried to stomp on every "let it snow" sign I see :-)

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  6. Hello Kathy! At least they are moving fast with everything which is a good thing. Keeping you and yours in our thoughts and prayers as this is a rough time for your whole family.
    Take Care!
    Ulrike

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  7. I am so glad you had such great care..amazing:) It makes such a difference doesn't it? All we need is love:) Care.. tenderness.
    Thank you ..for letting us know..your sense of humor is endearing too..
    YOU have a lovely weekend also~Thinking of you~

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  8. Kathy....Sounds like things are moving in the right direction and isn't it nice to get that kind of TLC? Hang in there and keep on with the positive thoughts!~Patti

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  9. Dear Sweet Kathy, You do not know me. You signed up for my drawing this morning and I had to come say hi. Thank you for stopping by! I just wanted to leave a not to let you know how encouraged I was as I read some of your posts as you and your "Love" are walking out this thing called life. It is hard I have come to realize, but the Lord is so good to sprinkle in smiles. We have walked some of the same that you are walking through with our mom's and dad's. If it weren't for the word of God we would not have made it. He spoke to us ever so sweetly through the His pages. I will pray Isa. 61 over you and your husband.
    Thank you for running the race. I am sure there are days when you feel like you are on a roller coaster ride, but it is so wonderful you have all your precious friends praying for you. Add me to the list. I will be coming back and checking in so I can pray better. Nice to meet you Kathy.

    Blessings sweet family, Linda
    Prairie Flower

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  10. It seems like everything is going pretty smooth in the process. Your spirit seems to upbeat, that is good. I am praying for you both.
    Have a blessed weekend.

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  11. Thank you for the update,Kathy.

    Continued prayers!

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  12. G'morn, sweet Kathy ~ I am so glad that this journey is being made so comfortable for you to travel ... & all is happening with lightening speed for you both. Prayers are lifted & you both are thought of often. May God continue to hold you both up ...

    Reborn, what a wonderful way to look at the tomorrows.

    Hugs & love, Marydon

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  13. Kathy thanks for taking the time to update us. I am so glad things are moving along. To me the waiting would be so hard. I love your 9 months analogy! You and Dave are in my prayers.

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  14. Kathy you and Dave both are in my prayers girl...I hope you also have a GREAT weekend...hugs and smiles Gl♥ria

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  15. Dear Kathy,

    Thank you for keeping us up-to-date on your hubby. Praying that all will go well with his upcoming appointments!

    Blessings!
    ~Nadine

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  16. Oh Cathy, my heart and prayers go out to you. This Ozarks farm chick will be parting the clouds and bombarding the heavens with prayer for you Dan. God bless you both.

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  17. Sending an abundance of prayers and good thoughts for a perfect outcome for all concerned. God bless you all.
    Love,
    Tracey
    x0x

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  18. Hi Kathy,

    Well the update sounds like they made it as best as they could for you both under the circumstances. I continue to pray for you and your hubbie...stay strong and feel His love and comfort.

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  19. HI Kathy, thanks for stopping by my blog! Wow what a story I am praying for you both and all the medical staff and the rest of your family. I know just how you feel I have been there 8 years ago. My husband had a small tumor behind his eye and right temple. It was a journey, I'm glad we made it through, my kids were 3 & 4 at the time. You can make it through and survive, try not to think about it too much just live it through and do what you got to do. Hold his hand and kiss him a little longer it's good for both of you, take every chance you have to snuggle up I believe that love is a big part of the process. I wish you both the best!
    luvs and glitter~jen

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  20. Just to let you know.....we're still here....and still praying for your precious family! :)) Betsy and fam

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  21. So glad your spirits are up. I keep Dave, and you,in my prayers:>) Have a great weekend!

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  22. Kathy, what a trouper you are. I just read your blog and learned of his illness. Bless both of you during these trying times! We will be praying for you.

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  23. One day at a time, sweetheart. That's how to do it. This sounds like a busy day. All-in-all a good one, eh? Hugs from here

    Kate-with-the-very-long-arms

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  24. Morning Kathy,
    Was so happy to hear things went so well in Grand Rapids, and that they took such good care of you and made the visit as pleasant as possible. That does give you a warm fuzzy I am sure....it just shows how much they understand how hard this all is, and are doing something to try and ease it a bit. Am so glad you don't have to wait weeks and weeks to get your results
    4 days is plenty long enough, at times like this it can seem like 4 mos. Will sure be praying for the results and your visit back to the Drs.
    on Monday. Praying the results will be way better than they originally thought or that maybe the Lord has just already taken care of it all together! You have a great attitude and a very sweet spirit!
    Blessings to you, Dave, and the family
    Nellie

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  25. Dear, Precious, Sabine Kathy,

    BIG prayers going up for you and Dave! I hope you both feel blessed and at peace beyond measure because you are both "loved with an Everlasting Love". Praying for a Great report on Monday.

    Love You Bunches,
    Sabine Rhonda

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  26. I'm so glad things are moving along at such speed, Kathy. And that you have been treated so well under such difficult circumstances. That is so important.
    Still sending prayer to you and Dave.
    Stay strong!
    Big hug,
    Barbara

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  27. So thankful that a tough day was made as pleasant as possible.......Bless you both!

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  28. Praying for our dear Lord's blessings and peace for you and Dave -- and for His guidance for all who attend Dave with his tests and treatments.

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  29. DEAREST sabine Kathy; May Gods amazing indescribable Grace surround you and dave,holding you up with sweet prayers.............................sabine linda

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  30. So sorry you and Dave and your family are going through this. I will be remembering all of you in prayer. I had hundreds of people praying for me and still do as I go through this journey.And believe me dear Kathy, God is still in the miracle business !!
    Psalms 91

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Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with me...I am always encouraged by your kind expressions and thoughtful comments....Know that you are loved....xoxo Kathy.