Proverbs 17:6 "Children's children are the crown of old men, and the glory of children is their father."

This is my son Sam with his two sons, Cuinn and Cianan. Grandchildren are one of God's richest blessings.

Last Friday I finished round three of my chemo treatment. I'm still praising the Lord that the side effects of my chemo are tolerable and help me place my dependence on Him. The first time I went to chemo at Doctor's Hospital, the RN wanted to know how I could have such peace and joy while facing multiple myeloma. What an opportunity to give glory to God for the assurances He gives us in His Word. His constant presence is a reality that even supercedes our physical senses.

Medical Updates:

1) My chemo cough is gone. I changed from Zyrtec to Claritan and now the cough is gone. I had been dealing with that cough all day (every day) for weeks and now it's gone. Praise the Lord.
2) I believe my right clavicle is gaining strength.
3) The fluids in my right foot are slowly reducing.
4) The vision in my left eye is about the same. I have an appointment next week with my optometrist to see if there is anything we can do to make an improvement in my depth perception or my long distance vision.
5) I'm not sure how many total chemo rounds I will get in total. That will depend on my lab resuts, but with multiple myeloma they usually give six to eight rounds.

There is a cancer commercial on TV these days where the patient says, "Cancer can be a lonely place" but I have not found that to be true. First of all I have my family and my friends who are supporting me with prayers, calls, visits, cards, transportation and their love. But more than that, I have the Lord Jesus who has promised never to leave me or forsake me. I have found that He is faithful to His promises. Even when I cannot feel His presence physically or emotionally, I know that His Word is true (Romans 3:4 "Indeed, let God be true but every man a liar"). There is no better place to be than in His capable hands.

Please pray that the Lord will:

a) Use new challenges in my life to conform me into the image of His Son
b) Remove the multiple myeloma from my body
c) Give the doctors wisdom beyond their own capabilities
d) Heal my left eye
e) Help me see His hands in every circumstance
f) Continue to heal my right foot
g) Help me focus on the prayer needs of others
h) Bless those who He has used to meet my needs
i) Receive all praise for allowing me to live at home

Thank you for your prayers. God is our Good Shepherd and sees to our needs for still waters and green pastures. He provides protection from our enemies and comfort for our every situation. Be encouraged today that you belong to Him and His heart is full of love for you. There is nothing too hard for Him.

All praise belongs to the God of the Bible,

Jane