Wednesday, March 4
It has been an emotional 2 days for Tyler. His main doctor, Dr. Dow, had to have a serious talk with him and that has Tyler feeling down. Tyler's leg has improved since he had the procedure to wash it out but the doctor told Tyler yesterday that if the infection in his leg isn't kept under control, it may have to be amputated. Hearing this news just made Tyler extremely upset. He has been emotionally down anyway and this sure didn't help his mood. Amputation was discussed at the beginning of his treatment and could happen but several of his doctor's feel that this won't be the case for Tyler. Dr. Dow is a very intelligent doctor and quite skilled but doesn't have the same bedside manner as Tyler's other doctor's.
Tyler will return to the hospital tomorrow and Friday. He will have his usual tests to check his counts, his liver enzymes, scans, physical therapy and school. Tyler's liver enzymes were high earlier in the week and he has had headaches this week also. Dr. Dow wants Tyler to remain in town and not travel to Florida and continue with chemo next week. He is very fragile and it is not worth the risk to travel so she wants to continue with the chemo treatment next week to get it over with and behind him so he can get his strength back. His leg cannot recover until his chemo is completely finished. She will make the decision on Friday.
Tyler needs specific prayer for: the 2 remaining chemo treatments to completely annihilate every cancer cell in his body, for the infection in his leg to completely heal so he doesn't have to have his prosthesis replaced, and for Tyler to feel encouragement and purpose. Sarah and Charles need specific prayer for their family's future. They feel the desire to return to Louisville but they need to hear from God that this is His will.
Sarah said tonight that she is so thankful for St. Jude Hospital but it has been so difficult for Tyler to be so far away from his close friends. It is so important to have friends to lean on when you go through a difficult time. They are very thankful for all the support but there are days when Tyler doesn't have anyone to talk to or hang out with that is his age. We count the days when he is well and is living in Louisville again. God is the Healer and the door out of this sickness and situation.
Stay close. Kim
9 comments:
Tyler,
first of all, you know that if you ever need someone to talk to that im here.
second, WOW. that is drastic. Im SO sorry. just know that with whatever happens God will bring something good. always trust that.
im praying really hard now for a lot of things, and you're on that list (: God has really been showing up in my life alot and speaking to me, and i have confidence that He has a plan.
i love you so much and i hope you can come home soon!
em
heyy Tyler!! I'm sooo sorry that you're not so happy with somethings right now but just always remember that everything happens for a reason and it's always a part of God's plan. You know you can always text or call whenever you feel like it :) I'm gonna be praying really hard for you for the last couple treatments of your chemo and after too. But you're almost done with this. You're sooo close to being finished. Well I must be going now. I miss you! And can't wait until you can come back to Louisville! Always praying for you! Text me whenever you feel like it! Love youu! ((Sydney))
Hey Tyler,
what can i say other than i'm so sorry you have to go through this. It makes me so sad to hear that you have to deal with this when you dont deserve any of it.God has major plans for you though, he is working in your life and boy, ive been brought closer to him because of you.
Isaiah 41:10
"Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness."
you are amazing tyler, you really are. you are such an inspiration to me and everyone at school. We dont know what you are going through, but we will help you in everyway that we can.
I have faith in God, that he wont let this last much longer, and that you will be healthy and strong and living the life God intends you to live.
we all love and miss you.
-Cassidy
we miss you tyler and anticipate you return.
I'll be shaving my head for you.
We all are rooting for you back @ southeast.
((David H.))
Mr. Tyler,
I don't even know what to say... I am so sorry that you are going through this! I really miss you and just want to leave right now to come make you feel better! I pray that you will get through these last rounds of chemo and if you are having surgury then i hope that God will guide the sugons hand to do the best he can! I've been praying hard for other reasons and i definatley pray for you. (:
"For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope."
-Romans 15:4
"Rejoice in the Lord always. I wil say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will gaurd your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."
-Phillipians 4:4
We miss you sooooo much Tyler!! I hope you got my card!! i love you so much!! take care!!
-Mary Beth <3 :)
Heyyyy Tyler! that news is realy realy upseting but you have to remeber even though it seems like he doesnt, God has a plan for your life and he knows what hes doing! YOur getting so close to be getting done with chemo and just think in a short time your will be back with your friends doing what ever you want! God has a reason for all the pain, hurt and trials through your life. Im praying for you and maybe I can come see you this week since im on spring break!
Love always
Steph Steph :)
Hey tyler,
im so sorry about the news on ur leg but hopefully that wont have to happen... we miss you so much and i really hope you get better!!! you r being really strong and i know most kids our age would not be able to handle something like that...SO YOU GET A GOLD STAR FOR TOTAL COOLNESS(AND BRAVERY!!!) I HOPE YOU HAVE A SUPER DUPER DAY MY FRIEND!!!!
Jeremiah 29:11
For i know the plans i have for you declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and NOT to harm you plans to give you a HOPE and a FUTURE....
LOVE YOU BUNCHES!!!
STAY STRONG AND KNOW WE WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
LOVE SARAH!!!! :)
Hi Tyler, This scripture verse keeps coming to mind as I pray for you: "Whether you turn to the right or to the left, you will hear a voice behind you saying "This is my way, walk in it" Isaiah 30:21.
Don't give up Tyler, stay strong...fight this fight! You ARE going to get through this! You're almost there. <>< The Scull's
Mary Beth is counting the days to see you....you MUST keep fighting so that you can have complete relief in the end....and the end is in sight....just 2 more rounds! I KNOW you can do it! My dearest friend of 34 years was diagnosed with 2 types of cancer last year...God was with her the entire way and she is finished with her chemo and radiation. Just when she didn't think she could lo it God lifted her up and she DID IT! I KNOW YOU CAN TOO! I will not lie I sit here and wonder "WHY" you or "WHY" to my friend or anyone for that matter....but I find myself always leaning on the Lord even when I don't understand the reason. I believe things happen....sometimes we don't know why and we may never know, but He is there to get us through....look for his signs and be open to HIS answers. I know you will! You are a tower of strength and you have brought me closer to the power of prayer....especially specific prayer. Tyler....you can do this....I know you can....don't give up now! I will continue to pray for you. Mary Beth has this really new cool phone so PLEASE tect and call her....she just LOVES using it....of course! HA! Blessings to you and your family! Mrs. Hickman P.S. Stay strong so these sweet girls can visit you over Spring Break!!!!
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