Tuesday, July 29
The day didn't start off great but ended up great. Sarah hated to wake Tyler up this morning to a shot but she had to. He then went to the hospital for blood draws and other tests. They all seemed to be good so that is good news. The doctor's and nurses sang Happy Birthday and threw confetti at Tyler. After a few hours Tyler returned home. He celebrated at home with his family and the Ross family. Sarah made one of Tyler's favorite meals...Taco's. He had cake and ice cream and opened his gifts. His family gave him a drum set which he has been wanting. Look out Conner and Chad because Tyler is going to take over on the drums. Sarah I can give you some advice, get some really good ear plugs. Trust me!!!! Tyler was ending the evening by going to the Batman movie with some of the Ross family and his dad. He will enjoy a Wednesday and Thursday at home because he doesn't have to go back to the hospital until Friday. Thank you God for the break! Charles is heading back to Louisville early Wednesday to catch up at work. Have a safe trip!
Thanks for all your prayers! Keep sending them up to heaven for Tyler and his family.
Stay Close! Kim
Home From The Hospital
Monday, July 28
Tyler got to go home finally from the hospital yesterday. The doctor prescribed a steroid for Sarah to give him at home to keep him from throwing up. So far it has helped. Tyler ate dinner last night, soup and a raspberry drink. He has slept a lot since he has been home but I am thankful he isn't throwing up. He is looking forward to a break from the hospital.
Sarah and Charles were out shopping this evening for birthday gifts for Tyler. They were at the party store, when I called, getting decorations for his party tomorrow. Tyler will be 14 years old tomorrow. Send him a birthday wish! Continue to lift up Tyer and his family daily in prayer. Stay close! Kim
Tyler got to go home finally from the hospital yesterday. The doctor prescribed a steroid for Sarah to give him at home to keep him from throwing up. So far it has helped. Tyler ate dinner last night, soup and a raspberry drink. He has slept a lot since he has been home but I am thankful he isn't throwing up. He is looking forward to a break from the hospital.
Sarah and Charles were out shopping this evening for birthday gifts for Tyler. They were at the party store, when I called, getting decorations for his party tomorrow. Tyler will be 14 years old tomorrow. Send him a birthday wish! Continue to lift up Tyer and his family daily in prayer. Stay close! Kim
Week 5 Is Almost Over
Saturday, July 26
Tyler is finishing up week 5 of chemo. I just talked with Sarah and Tyler and he is on his last bag of chemo. Hopefully he will be discharged from the hospital tomorrow early afternoon. He has been in the hospital since Wednesday and he is ready to go home. He has slept a lot this week. He fell asleep last night at 10:00 pm and didn't wake up until 3:00 this afternoon. The anti-nausea medicine has been strong and has made him very sleepy. Sleeping is better than throwing up any day! Tyler won't have to return to the hospital until August 12 or 13 for more chemo.
Tuesday is Tyler's 14th birthday so leave him a comment or send him a card to cheer him up. His address is 10704 Quiet Cove Collierville, TN 38017 I pray he will be feeling stronger and better next week. I am thankful that he is receiving the TPN instead of the feeding tube. I hope he will be able to eat his favorite foods next week and put on some weight. God will provide so take it a day at a time. Continue to lift Tyler and his family up daily in prayer. Charles will be returning to Louisville early next week. Stay close! Kim
Tyler is finishing up week 5 of chemo. I just talked with Sarah and Tyler and he is on his last bag of chemo. Hopefully he will be discharged from the hospital tomorrow early afternoon. He has been in the hospital since Wednesday and he is ready to go home. He has slept a lot this week. He fell asleep last night at 10:00 pm and didn't wake up until 3:00 this afternoon. The anti-nausea medicine has been strong and has made him very sleepy. Sleeping is better than throwing up any day! Tyler won't have to return to the hospital until August 12 or 13 for more chemo.
Tuesday is Tyler's 14th birthday so leave him a comment or send him a card to cheer him up. His address is 10704 Quiet Cove Collierville, TN 38017 I pray he will be feeling stronger and better next week. I am thankful that he is receiving the TPN instead of the feeding tube. I hope he will be able to eat his favorite foods next week and put on some weight. God will provide so take it a day at a time. Continue to lift Tyler and his family up daily in prayer. Charles will be returning to Louisville early next week. Stay close! Kim
God Showers Us In His Love
Ever since Charles and I have found out that Tyler has cancer, it has been our desire to use it in whatever way we can to show Gods love to other people and His hand in our lives. And as I sit back and think about all that has happened, I realize, that God wanted to pour out, His love, on us. For whatever reason, he chose our family and said, I am going to show them how precious and special they are to me and how much I love them and He has gently stirred the hearts of so many people in so many places. The poem below is from my daily devotion from Focus on the Family. It reminds me of the qualities of true freindship in Christ, which is what you have all shown us. Thank you all for listening to those gentle stirrings in your hearts and responding to them to show us God's love.
There isn't much that I can do, but I can share my bread with you, and sometimes share a sorrow, too-as on our way we go.
There isn't much that I can do, but I can sit an hour with you, and I can share a joke with you, and sometimes share reverses, too-as on our way we go.
There isn't much that I can do, but I can share my flowers with you, and I can share my books with you, and sometimes share your burdens, too-as on our way we go.
There isn't much that I can do, but I can share my songs with you, and I can share my mirth with you, and sometimes come and laugh with you-as on our way we go.
There isn't much that I can do, but I can share my hopes with you, and I can share my fears with you, and sometimes shed some tears with you-as on our way we go.
There isn't much that I can do, but I can share my friends with you, and I can share my life with you, and oftentimes share a prayer with you-as on our way we go.
Tyler is sleeping. He is doing okay. We have about 54 hours left of chemo to go. Yesterday, Tyler's doctor decided to set him up on a form of intravenous nourishment called TPN. Tyler will receive sugar, proteins, vitamins and fat through his line. With this, Tyler should be able to feel better, have more energy and gain his weight back. Dr. Maurer also told us that the PET scan they did on Tuesday, showed a small spot on Tyler's right lung. They went back to the PET scan they did 5 weeks ago and saw that the same spot was there then, it is just so small they did not see it. It has not changed any in the last five weeks. This is good news. Dr. Maurer thinks it is unlikely that Tyler's cancer has metasticized. He is going to present Tyler's case before a board of physicians this week and they will decide collaboratively what to do. The spot is so small it would be very hard to biopsy and traumatic for Tyler because it is in a hard place to get to. So at this point, Dr. Maurer thinks it best just to wait and watch, but like I said before he is going to get the opinions of other doctors. Please pray that Dr. Maurer is right and Ty's cancer hasn't spread and that God will provide complete healing.
Thank you for all the love and support and for standing firm in faith beside us,
Charles and Sarah
Week 5 Begins
Tuesday, July 22
It was a long day for Tyler today. He had numerous tests and blood draws today. His blood counts were good and they will know his test results tomorrow. Charles and Tyler left the house at 8:00 am and arrived home at 4:00 pm. Tyler was exhausted and went straight to bed. He knows that tomorrow is a tough day.
We need to pray specifically for Tyler today and tomorrow for this next round of chemo to be easy on his frail body but successful. These next 3 days he will receive 3 powerful chemo drugs, doxorubicin, cisplatin, and bevacizumab, which he had during week 0. These 3 drugs are given to Tyler 4 times during his entire treatment. This will be the second time he will receive them. These drugs make him very weak, nauseous, his blood counts drop and he throws up. The doctor is going to give him a stronger anti-nausea drug that will hopefully help. Tyler needs to feel our prayers and God's loving arms around him this week. I am thankful that Charles is in town to be with Tyler and help Sarah.
If you would like to send Tyler a card here is his address:
10704 Quiet Cove
Collierville, TN 38017
Sarah has a birthday on Thursday (July 24). Wish her a happy one!
Stay close! Kim
It was a long day for Tyler today. He had numerous tests and blood draws today. His blood counts were good and they will know his test results tomorrow. Charles and Tyler left the house at 8:00 am and arrived home at 4:00 pm. Tyler was exhausted and went straight to bed. He knows that tomorrow is a tough day.
We need to pray specifically for Tyler today and tomorrow for this next round of chemo to be easy on his frail body but successful. These next 3 days he will receive 3 powerful chemo drugs, doxorubicin, cisplatin, and bevacizumab, which he had during week 0. These 3 drugs are given to Tyler 4 times during his entire treatment. This will be the second time he will receive them. These drugs make him very weak, nauseous, his blood counts drop and he throws up. The doctor is going to give him a stronger anti-nausea drug that will hopefully help. Tyler needs to feel our prayers and God's loving arms around him this week. I am thankful that Charles is in town to be with Tyler and help Sarah.
If you would like to send Tyler a card here is his address:
10704 Quiet Cove
Collierville, TN 38017
Sarah has a birthday on Thursday (July 24). Wish her a happy one!
Stay close! Kim
Back to Memphis
Monday, July 21
After 4 days in Louisville, Tyler and his family headed back to Memphis today. I am thankful that his best day was Thursday while he was at the fundraiser. The last 3 days he felt very weak, slept a lot and developed sores in his mouth. Yesterday the Hanson's hung out at the Foster's home along with the Novicki's and Finnesands. I know Gina was tired after entertaining all of us for 10 hours. We ate brunch, snacked and then had pizza. The men and some of the kids went golfing and the girls watched a chick flick. The rest of the boys played video games and Tyler slept. Tyler got to go to the golf course for a couple of holes before he had to come home. Tyler would love to learn how to play golf so when he is feeling better and the weather is cooler, his friends plan to take him.
Tomorrow Tyler will be at the hospital all day having tests and blood draws. If his body is strong enough he will start week 5 of chemo. This will be his most difficult week thus far. He will be administered doxorubicin, cisplatin and bevacizumab. Please pray for Tyler's body to be able to handle these drugs.
People have been sharing amazing stories with me about people they know who have cancer and have been through treatment for cancer. They have been very moving and emotional stories. I now have so much more compassion for cancer patients and families that have been through this gruelling process. I now pray for people I don't even know. I don't know how families can deal with something like this without God to lean on. Thank you God that you will never leave or foresake us. You are our strong tower! Be a strong tower for Tyler and his family today!
Stay close! Kim
After 4 days in Louisville, Tyler and his family headed back to Memphis today. I am thankful that his best day was Thursday while he was at the fundraiser. The last 3 days he felt very weak, slept a lot and developed sores in his mouth. Yesterday the Hanson's hung out at the Foster's home along with the Novicki's and Finnesands. I know Gina was tired after entertaining all of us for 10 hours. We ate brunch, snacked and then had pizza. The men and some of the kids went golfing and the girls watched a chick flick. The rest of the boys played video games and Tyler slept. Tyler got to go to the golf course for a couple of holes before he had to come home. Tyler would love to learn how to play golf so when he is feeling better and the weather is cooler, his friends plan to take him.
Tomorrow Tyler will be at the hospital all day having tests and blood draws. If his body is strong enough he will start week 5 of chemo. This will be his most difficult week thus far. He will be administered doxorubicin, cisplatin and bevacizumab. Please pray for Tyler's body to be able to handle these drugs.
People have been sharing amazing stories with me about people they know who have cancer and have been through treatment for cancer. They have been very moving and emotional stories. I now have so much more compassion for cancer patients and families that have been through this gruelling process. I now pray for people I don't even know. I don't know how families can deal with something like this without God to lean on. Thank you God that you will never leave or foresake us. You are our strong tower! Be a strong tower for Tyler and his family today!
Stay close! Kim
More Pictures
The race/walk was a success and it is always fun to look back at pictures to remember a special occasion! As you can tell by the pictures they weren't taken by a professional. They were taken by me. I want to thank Derrick Dixon for taking pictures (which were so much better than these) at the fundraiser . He had them developed and delivered to the Hanson family today in a photo album along with a special DVD of the event put to music. It was very special! Sarah cried when she watched it.
Tyler hung out at the Finnesand home today. He hasn't felt very well the last couple of days and has slept a lot during the day. He celebrated his dad's birthday tonight at a special restaurant with his family. We were hoping to get all of Tyler's friends together before he left but we will have to wait until his next trip home. Continue to hold Tyler up in your daily prayers.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHARLES! We love you!
Stay close! Kim
Saturday, July 19
Tyler, A Fingerprint Of God
Friday, July 18
I am ashamed to admit that I forget about God's abilities sometimes. A few weeks ago while planning for the Tyler Run/Walk, we said we would like to raise $10,000. As the race/walk approached I was skeptical that we would have very many attending and we wouldn't raise that much money for the Hanson family. Well the final total of money raised for the Hanson family was: $22,294.04 Isn't God great! Thank you! Thank you!
There are a few that need to be thanked: First and for most, our God. He had his hand in this entire event and we felt his blessings from the beginning until the end. Second, Christian Academy for allowing us to have this event there. Third, the planning commitee: Jill Finnesand, Karen Aroh, Lisa Hobbs, Kellie Sheryak, Gina Foster and Melissa Bowen. Forth, Doug Finnesand and Waffle House, Jeff Foster and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dr. Tran Orthodontics, Oxmoor Toyota, ValuMarket, Arrow Electric, Judy and Tony Palombino and Tony Boom Bozz, Swags, Eastwood Fire Department, John Sheryak, Lowry Stallings, Derrick Dixon, Gary Beams, Coach Kragthorpe, Cathy Nagy, Marla Highbaugh, Tommy Bloyd, Diane and Stephen Collins, James Heid, Julie Cain, Jamie Marshall, Karl Magnuson, Christian Novicki and so many more I can't list all of the names. Finally I want to thank the many, many people who donated money, donated silent auction items, bought silent auction items, made phone calls, volunteered their time, raced, walked, supported this event in anyway and prayed. It wouldn't have been a success without all of your help and support. We should be proud of how our school came together to show our christian love for a family in need. The family is truly overwhelmed by the generosity and so very thankful!
Tyler had chemo administerd on Tuesday and his body responded amazingly well. On Thursday after having his blood draws, the hospital released Tyler to travel to Louisville. Tyler, Sarah, Elijah and Christian arrived around 7:00 p.m. to surprise dad (Charles)and all of his friends at the race. Another blessing from God!
Enjoy some pictures taken at the race. Thank you again! God Bless!
Kim
Feeling Great!
Wednesday, July 16
Thanks for your prayers for Tyler. After spiking a fever last night, it dropped as quickly as it elevated and Tyler got to go home to his own bed. Amen! Today has been a good day for him. After waking up at 10:30 they headed to the hospital at noon. His counts and blood work was great so he returned home. He hasn't experienced the nasaeu like last time. He has actually been eating. He will return to the hospital tomorrow for more blood work. I know he will receive another good report. Way to go Tyler!
Tomorrow is a big day in Louisville. We are expecting a big crowd of supporters at the Tyler Hanson Run/Walk. It will be a great evening of fun and fellowship. Thank you to everyone who has donated, supported and worked this event. It has been amazing to see God work through so many people. I hope to see you there! Stay Close! Kim
Thanks for your prayers for Tyler. After spiking a fever last night, it dropped as quickly as it elevated and Tyler got to go home to his own bed. Amen! Today has been a good day for him. After waking up at 10:30 they headed to the hospital at noon. His counts and blood work was great so he returned home. He hasn't experienced the nasaeu like last time. He has actually been eating. He will return to the hospital tomorrow for more blood work. I know he will receive another good report. Way to go Tyler!
Tomorrow is a big day in Louisville. We are expecting a big crowd of supporters at the Tyler Hanson Run/Walk. It will be a great evening of fun and fellowship. Thank you to everyone who has donated, supported and worked this event. It has been amazing to see God work through so many people. I hope to see you there! Stay Close! Kim
Week 4 Again
Tuesday, July 15
Tyler had a nice break from the hospital last week but has returned to start his week 4 med's. He arrived yesterday (Monday) at the hospital for typical blood draws and tests. He was well rested, stronger and his sores had healed. He hadn't lost any weight but he hadn't gained any either. They said he was ready for his next doses of chemo. He returned to the hospital today (Tuesday)at 10:00 for his 4 hour infusion of chemo (methotrexate). The bad thing about hospitals is they are never on schedule. Tyler received his chemo later than scheduled and had to remain at the hospital until 11:00 pm to be monitored. Methotrexate is a very powerful, dangerous drug. Tyler is given high doses of fluids to flush the poison out of his body as soon as it is administered. He is monitored closely. I talked to Sarah at 9:00 pm tonight and he was doing great. No signs of nausea and he was feeling good. They were excited to be going home in a couple of hours. An hour and a half later he had spiked a fever. This may prevent Tyler from going home tonight. Pray his body can repair itself quickly and he can go home. Pray also for Sarah as this is very difficult on her. She feels a huge weight on her shoulders. Pray for God to give her peace and help her to cope with all that she has to deal with. Pray for loving people to be put in her path to support and comfort her. Pray for Charles as he has to remain in Louisville to work. It is difficult for him to be apart from his family. He will return next week to Memphis because Tyler will have to remain in the hospital for high doses of chemo.
Let us give thanks to God in all circumstances. We know that sometimes we must go through valleys to get to the top of the mountain. We know you are in control, Lord, of this family and you have great plans for them.
Thanks for your loving support and prayers! Stay close! Kim
Tyler had a nice break from the hospital last week but has returned to start his week 4 med's. He arrived yesterday (Monday) at the hospital for typical blood draws and tests. He was well rested, stronger and his sores had healed. He hadn't lost any weight but he hadn't gained any either. They said he was ready for his next doses of chemo. He returned to the hospital today (Tuesday)at 10:00 for his 4 hour infusion of chemo (methotrexate). The bad thing about hospitals is they are never on schedule. Tyler received his chemo later than scheduled and had to remain at the hospital until 11:00 pm to be monitored. Methotrexate is a very powerful, dangerous drug. Tyler is given high doses of fluids to flush the poison out of his body as soon as it is administered. He is monitored closely. I talked to Sarah at 9:00 pm tonight and he was doing great. No signs of nausea and he was feeling good. They were excited to be going home in a couple of hours. An hour and a half later he had spiked a fever. This may prevent Tyler from going home tonight. Pray his body can repair itself quickly and he can go home. Pray also for Sarah as this is very difficult on her. She feels a huge weight on her shoulders. Pray for God to give her peace and help her to cope with all that she has to deal with. Pray for loving people to be put in her path to support and comfort her. Pray for Charles as he has to remain in Louisville to work. It is difficult for him to be apart from his family. He will return next week to Memphis because Tyler will have to remain in the hospital for high doses of chemo.
Let us give thanks to God in all circumstances. We know that sometimes we must go through valleys to get to the top of the mountain. We know you are in control, Lord, of this family and you have great plans for them.
Thanks for your loving support and prayers! Stay close! Kim
A Visit to Memphis
Friday, July 11
The Novicki family is in Memphis TN today visiting the Hanson's. Tyler's treatment was delayed for a week because of his liver enzyme levels and mouth sores. His weight has dropped to the borderline amount and he needs to increase his weight this week while off of his med's. Tyler' hair has completely dropped out but he is still handsome and has the most beautiful smile around. He looks good and it was so much fun to see him, Sarah, Elijah, Christian, Glen and Mollie.
We arrived yesterday afternoon at their home. We hung out and caught up on what is going on in their lives. The Ross family came for dinner and it was so nice to meet them. They are like family to the Hanson's and I can see why. I immediately fell in love with them. After a mexican meal that Sarah prepared, we talked for a while and watched the kids play Rock Band. After the Ross' left we played Taboo. Tyler, Conner and Christian (Conner's brother) stayed up way too late but we are only here for a night so why not. Charles is still in Louisville. He finally got everything moved out of the house on Wednesday night. A big thank you to Gary Beams and Jeff Foster for helping Charles. They stored the remaining items at the Foster's home.
Thank you to everyone who reads the blog. We would like to hear from you whether you know Tyler and his family or not so leave a comment. It is so much fun to read comments from family and friends. We love you all. God Bless and stay close! Remember to sign up for Tyler's Run/Walk to show the family some much needed support. Please click the link below to access the forms needed to participate.
Tyler Hanson Run/Walk Forms
Kim
Week 4 Begins
Tuesday, July 8
Tyler went to the hospital today to start week 4 treatment of high doses of methotrexate. Unfortunately his liver enzyme levels were too high to receive his chemo today. So Tyler and Sarah returned home. He will return to the hospital tomorrow at 8:00 am to have his liver enzyme levels checked again. If they are a normal level he will begin his chemo treatment tomorrow as an out patient. Yeah!!!!!! That means he will go to the med room for IV fluids and then they administer his chemo and then more IV fluids. After about 5-6 hours he can go home. Tyler doesn't like to stay the night at the hospital, do you blame him? Pray for this treatment to go smoothly so he can continue his treatment as an out patient. It is so much easier on Sarah also. It's not much fun sleeping on the pull out chair and being away from Elijah and Christian.
Remember to sign up for Tyler's run/walk. Click the link below to print your forms.
Tyler Hanson Run/Walk Forms
God, will you touch Tyler tonight. Give him a good night's rest and prepare his body to receive this round of chemo with no side effects. Give him a hearty appetite and heal him completely. Give Sarah and Charles the strength and endurance to carry on. Touch Glen's body and make him well. Let this family be a testimony for you. Amen
Thanks for your prayers. Stay close! Kim
Tyler went to the hospital today to start week 4 treatment of high doses of methotrexate. Unfortunately his liver enzyme levels were too high to receive his chemo today. So Tyler and Sarah returned home. He will return to the hospital tomorrow at 8:00 am to have his liver enzyme levels checked again. If they are a normal level he will begin his chemo treatment tomorrow as an out patient. Yeah!!!!!! That means he will go to the med room for IV fluids and then they administer his chemo and then more IV fluids. After about 5-6 hours he can go home. Tyler doesn't like to stay the night at the hospital, do you blame him? Pray for this treatment to go smoothly so he can continue his treatment as an out patient. It is so much easier on Sarah also. It's not much fun sleeping on the pull out chair and being away from Elijah and Christian.
Remember to sign up for Tyler's run/walk. Click the link below to print your forms.
Tyler Hanson Run/Walk Forms
God, will you touch Tyler tonight. Give him a good night's rest and prepare his body to receive this round of chemo with no side effects. Give him a hearty appetite and heal him completely. Give Sarah and Charles the strength and endurance to carry on. Touch Glen's body and make him well. Let this family be a testimony for you. Amen
Thanks for your prayers. Stay close! Kim
Tyler Hanson Run/Walk Fundraiser
Monday, July 7
I want to invite friends and family to come to o a very special fundraising event for the Hanson family. It is Thursday, july 17 at 6:30 p.m. at Christian Academy. There will be a run/walk with a dinner to follow. Even if running or walking isn't your thing, there will be music, a silent auction and great fellowship among friends who want to show their support to a very special family. For more information please click on the link below.
Tyler Hanson Run/Walk Forms
I would like to thank a lot of people who have worked hard on this event. We couldn't do it without all of your prayer, support and love.
Faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.
See you Thursday, July 17. Stay close. Kim
I want to invite friends and family to come to o a very special fundraising event for the Hanson family. It is Thursday, july 17 at 6:30 p.m. at Christian Academy. There will be a run/walk with a dinner to follow. Even if running or walking isn't your thing, there will be music, a silent auction and great fellowship among friends who want to show their support to a very special family. For more information please click on the link below.
Tyler Hanson Run/Walk Forms
I would like to thank a lot of people who have worked hard on this event. We couldn't do it without all of your prayer, support and love.
Faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.
See you Thursday, July 17. Stay close. Kim
A small break
Monday, July 7
Don't the weekends fly by too quickly? I know they do for us and I know they really do for Tyler when he is out of the hospital and enjoying his family and his own bed at home. This weekend he got to enjoy his family at home even though he didn't feel the best. Friday night turned out to be exciting at the Hanson home. They were grilling out and their grill caught on fire. They didn't have a hose so they ran to the neighbors. The neighbors thought they were yelling "girl on fire" and came running. They got the fire under control but they were thinking scary thoughts of "what if it explodes and the house catches on fire". It didn't and they have a funny story to tell now. Later the police came and made them stop setting off fireworks. I think a neighbor turned them in. It wasn't the best "4th" for Tyler especially since he was still nauseous and sick but a memorable one. Saturday the Sasse family left for Arizona.
Tyler was feeling better on Sunday, still a little nauseous but ate some. They are enjoying family time today since Charles is returning to Louisville tomorrow. Sarah is very concerned about Tyler's weight. He doesn't have an appetite. This may mean tomorrow when they return to the hosipital if his weight has dropped, he will have to have a feeding tube inserted. Tuesday he will be given the high dose of methotrexate again. Our prayer this week: Tyler can receive his treatment as an out patient. This means he could go to the hospital for the 4 hour doses of the medicine and then return home to sleep in his own bed. Sarah has learned how to administer the other med's he needs. Since Charles will be in Louisville, this will be so much easier for Sarah because of Elijah and Christian. It is hard to be without mommy for 3 days. They will repeat the procedure again on Wednesday and Thursday. Pray that Tyler's body will accept the chemo better this time with minimal side effects. We want him strong and hungry. Pray for spirits to be raised and encouragemnt will come their way.
I love the poem "Footprints". At times God is walking beside us but at our lowest and hardest times He is carrying us. Let God carry you through this! Rely on Him for your strength. We love and cherish you, Hanson family. Stay close!
Kim
Don't the weekends fly by too quickly? I know they do for us and I know they really do for Tyler when he is out of the hospital and enjoying his family and his own bed at home. This weekend he got to enjoy his family at home even though he didn't feel the best. Friday night turned out to be exciting at the Hanson home. They were grilling out and their grill caught on fire. They didn't have a hose so they ran to the neighbors. The neighbors thought they were yelling "girl on fire" and came running. They got the fire under control but they were thinking scary thoughts of "what if it explodes and the house catches on fire". It didn't and they have a funny story to tell now. Later the police came and made them stop setting off fireworks. I think a neighbor turned them in. It wasn't the best "4th" for Tyler especially since he was still nauseous and sick but a memorable one. Saturday the Sasse family left for Arizona.
Tyler was feeling better on Sunday, still a little nauseous but ate some. They are enjoying family time today since Charles is returning to Louisville tomorrow. Sarah is very concerned about Tyler's weight. He doesn't have an appetite. This may mean tomorrow when they return to the hosipital if his weight has dropped, he will have to have a feeding tube inserted. Tuesday he will be given the high dose of methotrexate again. Our prayer this week: Tyler can receive his treatment as an out patient. This means he could go to the hospital for the 4 hour doses of the medicine and then return home to sleep in his own bed. Sarah has learned how to administer the other med's he needs. Since Charles will be in Louisville, this will be so much easier for Sarah because of Elijah and Christian. It is hard to be without mommy for 3 days. They will repeat the procedure again on Wednesday and Thursday. Pray that Tyler's body will accept the chemo better this time with minimal side effects. We want him strong and hungry. Pray for spirits to be raised and encouragemnt will come their way.
I love the poem "Footprints". At times God is walking beside us but at our lowest and hardest times He is carrying us. Let God carry you through this! Rely on Him for your strength. We love and cherish you, Hanson family. Stay close!
Kim
Yeah! We get to go home!
Praise God! He hears our prayers and answers. It's 1pm here in Memphis and we have just been informed that the level of methotrexate left in Tyler's body is low enough that we can go home to spend the afternoon and evening, enjoying the 4th of July with our friends the Sasse's, who have to leave to return to Tucson in the morning and the Ross family who lives here in Memphis. We are so thankful. It has been a rough 4 days and our family is greatful for your prayers. Tyler is still feeling nauseous but we are still praying it will pass quickly. The staff here at St. Jude continues to be awesome. They are very compassionate and caring and will move mountains if they can in order to help you.
We hope everyone has a wonderful 4th of July. God's gift of life is so precious and we pray you all truly enjoy the gift we are given with each new day. We love you all.
God Bless,
Charles & Sarah
We hope everyone has a wonderful 4th of July. God's gift of life is so precious and we pray you all truly enjoy the gift we are given with each new day. We love you all.
God Bless,
Charles & Sarah
Pray for Tyler
Hi All!
Well the past 60 hours have been pretty rough. We showed up to the hospital on Tuesday to start chemo and we got delayed until Wednesday because someone forgot to order a blood test, that had to be done before chemo could start. So we waited around for 24 hours for nothing. Wednesday morning chemo was supposed to start around 8am. It was delayed until 11am because the pharmacy docs wanted the orders written with the current date on them and the orders from the day before were no longer valid. Tyler got two drugs on Wednesday. He got bevacizumab and high dose methotrexate. They were infused over 5 hours. 1 hour for the bevacizumab and 4 hours for the methotrexate. He was finished getting his chemo around 6pm. Tyler is taking the chemo pretty hard. We were told that most children tolerate these chemo drugs without side effects but Tyler seems to be in the minority and is throwing up again. He is doing a lot of sleeping, which is good. We were told our chances of getting out of the hospital on Friday so we could enjoy the 4th of July at home are slim.
So, all in all, we are pretty bummed. Please pray that God will heal Tyler's body and help him to tolerate the chemotherapy better. And pray for our spirits to be lifted. Pray that we will all remember to stay focused on the Lord and that with him we will have the strength to endure.
We love you all. Thank you for your support.
Charles & Sarah
Well the past 60 hours have been pretty rough. We showed up to the hospital on Tuesday to start chemo and we got delayed until Wednesday because someone forgot to order a blood test, that had to be done before chemo could start. So we waited around for 24 hours for nothing. Wednesday morning chemo was supposed to start around 8am. It was delayed until 11am because the pharmacy docs wanted the orders written with the current date on them and the orders from the day before were no longer valid. Tyler got two drugs on Wednesday. He got bevacizumab and high dose methotrexate. They were infused over 5 hours. 1 hour for the bevacizumab and 4 hours for the methotrexate. He was finished getting his chemo around 6pm. Tyler is taking the chemo pretty hard. We were told that most children tolerate these chemo drugs without side effects but Tyler seems to be in the minority and is throwing up again. He is doing a lot of sleeping, which is good. We were told our chances of getting out of the hospital on Friday so we could enjoy the 4th of July at home are slim.
So, all in all, we are pretty bummed. Please pray that God will heal Tyler's body and help him to tolerate the chemotherapy better. And pray for our spirits to be lifted. Pray that we will all remember to stay focused on the Lord and that with him we will have the strength to endure.
We love you all. Thank you for your support.
Charles & Sarah
A GREAT BIG THANK YOU!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you friends, family and people we have yet to meet and develop relationships with. Our family is so overwhelmed by the continued support from the body of Christ. Please forgive us for not being able to thank each and every one of you personally for everything you have all done.
Thank you for gift cards, games, candy, dinners, lawn care, help with packing, moving, cleaning, feeding our fish and checking the mail. Thank you to all of you who show support to Tyler, by visiting and hanging out with us. Thank you to those of you who have planned get togethers and parties for Tyler to enjoy. Thank you to all of you who have helped to plan fundraisers and to all of you who so lovingly provide facilities, donate anything from a long list of items, attend and show support. Thank you boys for showing your support of Tyler and shaving your heads. Tyler is truly touched by your friendship. Thank you for all your cards and words of love.
Most of all, thank you for your prayers. Thank you for lifting us up to God and praying for healing and strength, and peace and joy in these difficult circumstances. Pray that God would use our family for his glory and that we would be salt and light to every person we come in contact with. We love you all so much. Thank you for coming alongside our family and helping to bear our burdens. All of you have helped to turn this horrible situation into an opportunity for God to pour out his love on us, through you. We are assured that Christ surely is good and loves each and every one of us.
To God Be The Glory Forever & Ever!
Charles, Sarah, Tyler, Elijah & Christian
The pictures above are Tyler with Tyler Sasse and Samantha Sasse, Fun at the Redbirds Game and Tyler with his nurse, Barron.
Only Week 3
Wednesday, July 2
Sarah said last night she can't believe this is only week 3 and there are 27 more weeks to go. They arrived at the hospital yesterday at 9:00 am and Tyler wasn't admitted until last night. Evidently a test wasn't ordered and Tyler had to have that test before the chemo could begin. A wasted day at the hospital? Maybe, but at least Tyler's friend, Tyler, spent it with him. Charles arrived in the early hours of the morning. He brought Tyler a bag of goodies from his frineds. Katherine Magnuson baked them some of her delicious cookies. The wristbands arrive that say: Pray for Tyler". There were gift cards and cards. We even sent Tyler the shirt from Pump It Up that everyone signed. Thanks to all of the Hanson's friends who have been so generous!
If things go well for Tyler this week, he may be able to have his chemo given as an outpatient next week. That means he would go to the hospital for about 4 hours a day and then go home. He would then return the next day. I know that is a lot of driving back and forth to the hospital but it's better than spending the night. Have you ever slept on one of those pull out chairs? Not too comfortable. Hang in there Tyler because God is on your side. We love you and miss you. Stay close!
Kim
Sarah said last night she can't believe this is only week 3 and there are 27 more weeks to go. They arrived at the hospital yesterday at 9:00 am and Tyler wasn't admitted until last night. Evidently a test wasn't ordered and Tyler had to have that test before the chemo could begin. A wasted day at the hospital? Maybe, but at least Tyler's friend, Tyler, spent it with him. Charles arrived in the early hours of the morning. He brought Tyler a bag of goodies from his frineds. Katherine Magnuson baked them some of her delicious cookies. The wristbands arrive that say: Pray for Tyler". There were gift cards and cards. We even sent Tyler the shirt from Pump It Up that everyone signed. Thanks to all of the Hanson's friends who have been so generous!
If things go well for Tyler this week, he may be able to have his chemo given as an outpatient next week. That means he would go to the hospital for about 4 hours a day and then go home. He would then return the next day. I know that is a lot of driving back and forth to the hospital but it's better than spending the night. Have you ever slept on one of those pull out chairs? Not too comfortable. Hang in there Tyler because God is on your side. We love you and miss you. Stay close!
Kim
Back in the Hospital
Tuesday, July 1
Tyler headed back to the hospital today for high doses of methotrexate and bevacizumab. After talking with Charles tonight, he said they were suspending treatment until tomorrow. I am unsure why. Tyler will need your prayers tomorrow though as they will start the treatment a day late. The sad news is he will have to be in the hospital for the Fourth of July. Charles bought a lot of fireworks per a request from Tyler. They may have to light the fireworks a day or two late but whenever they light them, it will be a celebration! Charles left after work today to travel to Memphis to be with the family. Pray that Tyler will tolerate his medications with little or no side effects. We love you and miss you. Stay close!
Kim
Tyler headed back to the hospital today for high doses of methotrexate and bevacizumab. After talking with Charles tonight, he said they were suspending treatment until tomorrow. I am unsure why. Tyler will need your prayers tomorrow though as they will start the treatment a day late. The sad news is he will have to be in the hospital for the Fourth of July. Charles bought a lot of fireworks per a request from Tyler. They may have to light the fireworks a day or two late but whenever they light them, it will be a celebration! Charles left after work today to travel to Memphis to be with the family. Pray that Tyler will tolerate his medications with little or no side effects. We love you and miss you. Stay close!
Kim
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