Today has started out to be the rough day that we had hoped to avoid. It is “technically” the rest day where Dave will not receive anymore chemo and will prepare for the bone marrow transplant to take place on Wednesday. In fact, yesterday was the final day we hope he ever needed chemo and we quietly celebrated that milestone. But, it all caught up with him last night and is pretty much kicking his tail right now. The nurses are doing everything possible to help him rest and stay strong for tomorrow. Therefore, the stationary bike and band work will lay dormant today.

When my feet hit the ground this morning, I prayed that Dave would be completely healed and receive the BMT on Wednesday with the strength and power needed to become whole again. I also prayed for the young man who is Dave’s donor. I know that today is a tough day for him as well, for he has not only prepared his body to give his stem cells to Dave, but his recovery will leave him weak and flu-like. As I continue to seek God through this season, I fervently ask Him to guide the hands of those involved in the process of healing both of these courageous men. I found this prayer that I hope you will say as well.