We are into our third week of eight weeks of chemo. Up to now we have been in the land of discovery - every day there has been something to do and somewhere to go; a new experience. As difficult as it has been, the discovery mode is at least something to keep us going. This week we are still discovering but the reality of what we are dealing with is settling in. Sleep has become something with which Sharon has had difficulty. We thought that once the steroid wore off she would sleep a bit better. Last night she got about 3 or 4 hours of good sleep. I don't think I slept that long. I was aware of "stuff" all night. It is difficult to turn the mind off when so much is going on. Sharon has had three appointments today - the Occupational Health office at Martin Memorial, the genetic studies counselor in the cancer center, and an eye appointment. I hope she is resting when I get home from work. She went to lunch with Melissa and Laura so I know she enjoyed that. That male angel is back at the house today power washing the driveway.
In all of our humanity we still desire to walk where Jesus walked through this next week. It will be an intense week of services as we go through the extreme emotions of Holy Week. In all we are going through, it pales in comparison to what Jesus went through for each of us. We pray that you will evaluate your walk with Jesus as he took upon himself all our sins, died for those sins, and rose victorious from the grip of death. May each of us have total confidence in knowing that we will rise victorious over death because of our trust and belief in Jesus as the Christ. We have prayed from the start of our journey that God would be seen in us and glorified through all that is done.
As you pray for us, pray for good rest for both Sharon and me. Sharon will have the "cancer markers" drawn on Monday so we will see where we are in the battle. Pray that the liver is clear of cancer soon. We thank you for all you do to encourage us. May God bless you all.
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Sharon, Doug and girls:
We think of you daily and prayer will continue to accompany those thoughts. I tell Tommy often of my memories of how you were there for me as I grew up, how I babysat the girls (they are both beautiful and have grown up so fast!), the choir tours and fun times. Know that all the love you gave us is returned to you with interest. We will continue to pray for God's healing and loving care.
Jenny Rosenbaum Meredith (and Tommy and Catherine too)
Sharon & Doug,
In case there is any doubt, we are calling you names in prayer regularly. Thank you for the time you are investing in the blog, and the specific needs for which we can pray. We can only imagine the experiences with which you are living, but we offer our love and encouragement in hopes that it helps in some small way. God is good. May His peace provide a calm place in the midst of the cancerous storm! Shalom! Ron & Kathy Cook
Aunt Sharon,
The hardest part of living only a couple miles away from you is have the strep bugs that are going thru the schools and not being able to visit you. We wouldn't want to share our germs!! We will be better soon and then we can go look for seaglass on the beach!! Remember . . don't bend for the brown pieces . . We are glad our Mom got to visit with you last week. We have heard her use the work "sanctification" a lot after she visited with you. We are not sure exactly what that means but we know it has to do with Jesus and we know it has to do with you and we know it has to do with us. That's a lot of things it has to do with. We guess that's why it is such a big word.
Can we start another puzzle soon?
We love you.
"red sea glass . . here we come!!"
Connor, Maclain and Isabelle
"strep carriers" Jewett
Sharon, Doug, Laura and Melissa: Thank you for this blog. I have followed it closely and have prayed that you surely will have the strength and endurance in this journey that only the Lord can give you. It was great seeing you again even if it was in photo. What beautiful girls!!! Where does the time go? As I have thought about what I could do to help you in this time of "dealing", I finally have the answer.......I can provide you with all of your cosmetic needs at no cost to you. Just visit my website www.marykay.com/suebrown and order whatever you need or want and I will send it right to you. I love you and treasure the time Tyrone and Paul were growing up and you all influenced their lives so graciously. I will continue to pray that peace will overshadow fear and uncertainty as you continue your road to recovery. Sue Dixon Brown
Sharon, Doug and girls:
We continue to pray for the Jewett family. We made it home from NYC late last night. It was a very long day at Sloan, but a very good day. Emily continues to be NED!! That's such great news. I will certainly be praying for better sleep. It's such an important part in this journey. I can certainly relate to having so much on the mind. May the Lord continue to show his love through those special people that you'll meet along the way. Sometimes we have things happen in our lives that we don't understand at first. While we go through the road we begin to realize just how "amazing" the Lord is. Thanks for allowing me to get to know the Jewett Family. Enjoy the girls!!
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