Sitting in the family waiting room at Karmanos on the 10th floor, I am reminded of those who are challenged with a loved one being sick. I can’t help but talk with them to see what day the patient is on, and I ask how he or she is doing. I always ask the name of their loved one and I place that person in my prayers at 5:05 p.m. What I should be doing is including all of the family members in my prayers as well. Many of you are praying for not only Dave and for me, but for the rest of our family. It has been difficult for them to see such a strong man fight so valiantly to conquer this threatening disease.

The latest update has Dave struggling to eat one of his favorite things – a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. His mom’s homemade applesauce seemed to work a little better, but the mouth sores have started and will make it even more difficult. He has to force himself to eat, but he really can’t. I think we call that a double-edged sword? We are counting down the days to October 20  because on that tenth day after the transplant, we hope to see the engraftment begin. Everything is going as planned, and the doctors reassure us that we are doing everything right. So I thank you for praying for all of us, and if you could, pray for all who battle any crippling disease. So many need our thoughts and prayers.

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