Here I am once again being told by the team that I am approaching my last days, and every day that I continue to live is a miracle. I am going to try to prove them wrong, but each time I come closer to the end. The sad thing about this time is that I may not even leave the hospital if I continue to fight. And of course leaving the hospital is the same as me giving up. Right now I am in the ICU. The first goal is to make it back to the Bone Marrow Transplant Unit as soon as possible. At this point, it is simply the matter of a bed opening up. Just a few weeks ago there were a lot of empty beds; now every one is filled. The amount of weakness in my body is incredible, I get very little sleep, and I am extremely gross.
Nevertheless I thank God for each day extra and each day alive with my wife.
God bless,
Nathan
Happy 300 days post transplant!! What a rough and painful journey it has. Everyday is a miracle and I am thankful for evey moment that I can spend with you. <3
ReplyDeleteThe fact that you have strength to update your blog is so wonderful for me. Seeing and hearing an update from you is the highlight of my week...still praying AND trusting for a miracle.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful to see you blog Nathan. That is a miracle. We are all praying for you and we think of you every day. You are an amazing man....
ReplyDeleteYou are an amazing man! One of the best I've ever known. And you kick ass! I'm praying for you, prayers that work.
ReplyDelete"We count those blessed who endured. You have heard of the endurance of Job and have seen the outcome of the Lord's dealings, that the Lord is full of compassion and is merciful." James 5:11
ReplyDeleteYou are always in our thoughts and prayers, Nathan. Praying God blesses you for your persevering faith.
Kelly
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ReplyDeleteSo great to see you writing on this blog and keeping us all updated on your health! Been thinking about you man! Stay strong! WE ALL LOVE YOU!
ReplyDeletestay strong! praying for you every night with my family.
ReplyDeleteI know it seems tough, but you got to keep fighting this mess. You have been proving these doctors wrong for quite a long while now. I am sure you have a whole lot more fight in you, brother. I will continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteI want to call you, but I have no idea when the best time would be. Once you start to recover, I will try and reach you.
Hey bro, thanks for keeping us updated. Sorry to hear that things aren't looking better, but am relieved that you are steadfast in your faith even in the face of such pain and suffering.
ReplyDeleteLast week, the pastor of my old church preached a sermon about what we can expect in heaven when we get there. It was so fun listening to and just thought it might lift your spirits too.
All the best,
Roger
The link is below
Enjoy!
http://www.gbcob.org/sermon/home-sweet-home-cultivating-an-eagerness-for-heaven
2 Cor 5: 6-8 "Therefore we are always confident and know that as long as we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord. For we live by faith, not by sight. We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord."
Thank you for the update. My heart is heavy and I prayed for you here. I'm thankful for your steadfast faith and trust in Him.
ReplyDeleteHey bud, I've heard things are looking down, but wanted to let you know the wife and I are thinking about the both of you and your wife. I hope for better days ahead. Keep strong, brother.
ReplyDeleteOh Nathan, I am so sorry I haven't kept in better touch. Know that I think about you and pray for you often. May God give you peace and strength right now. Wish I could give you a big hug.
ReplyDeleteThe fact that you have strength to update your blog is so wonderful for me. Seeing and hearing an update from you is the highlight of my week...still praying AND trusting for a miracle. How wonderful to see you blog Nathan. That is a miracle. We are all praying for you and we think of you every day. You are an amazing man.... You are an amazing man! One of the best I've ever known. And you kick ass! I'm praying for you, prayers that work. You are always in our thoughts and prayers, Nathan. Praying God blesses you for your persevering faith. Thank you for sharing your article about Thoughts from a Cancer Patient If you interested to know more information please visit http://onedaytop.com/consume-fatty-liver/
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