Well they just threw us another curveball. Apparently Pat was given a drug last week that needs a 14 day flush before they can start the clinical trial. That puts our start day at next Tuesday at the earliest. You'd think we'd be shocked or upset but surprisingly we both are relatively calm. We realize there is a reason for everything. Maybe this will give Pat's heart a chance to get even stronger or a multitude of positive changes. You truly learn to expect the unexpected and try to remain on an even keel. Believe me I'm not saying it's easy, it is definitely a learned process. I know we are being looked after by much higher powers and special angels. If it's true that patience is a virtue, than I believe Pat has patience to spare. He is my inspiration and everything in life that is real has been exposed behind the door of room 5135. Thank you for your continued prayers and support.
Love,
Jules
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After reading todays blog, I couldn't help but be reminded of a verse in my Corrie ten Boom book "Each New Day." I received the book from a friend 24 years ago when undergoing treatment for cancer. It goes like this,
"My life is but a weaving between my Lord and me
I do not choose the colors, He worketh steadily.
Ofttimes He weaveth sorrow, and I in foolish pride,
Forget He sees the upper, and I the underside.
Not till the loom is silent and the shuttles cease to fly,
Will God unroll the canvas and explain the reason why.
The dark threads are as needful in the skillful Weavers hand,
As the threads of gold and silver in the pattern He has planned."
After the verse, Corrie ten Boom adds:
Thank You Lord that You always answer our prayers in Your way. How good it is to know that You never make a mistake.
Hope I wasn't too long winded, but I felt so strong above this when I read Julie's info on today.
Hope your having a Ok night Patt,
Dave
That must be what the cards meant when I found them.. We hope you got them by now. You two are an inspiration to Dave and I for your strength. We believe you will get through this with flying colors and we have a strong faith in faith. There is a scripture that reads, if ye only had the faith of a mustard seed, ye could move mountains. Its powerful and its so true. Make it a great day!
We're ready when you are Pat...Thanks for the update Julie.
Hang on Pat. When they give the start date, that cancer won't be able to run fast enough! Love-Teri
GREAT TALKING YESTERDAY YOU SOUND STRONG AND READY TO BEAT THIS CRAP !!!!. IAM AT DAY 165 AND ALL I NEED IS TO THINK OF YOU AND I WILL CONTINUE ON . STAY OPEN MINDED AND WE WILL KEEP PRAYING BECAUSE I KNOW ITS WORKING -----BRYAN
Dear Pat,
Really appreciated your help with my new camera on Sunday. My son Eric showed me a few other things on how to work it. Just takes people, patience and perseverance! Everything that you have going for you! Always thinking about ya!
Hugs,
Jo Ann
I remember Mom always saying; "things happen for a reason" so this must be one of those times. We are all counting the days until you can start your treatment and get on with bone marrow. You are constantly in my thoughts and I can't wait to come and hang out with you. We have all had colds in our house - but, we are on the mend so as soon as I feel we are "germ free" Mike and I will come and see you. Hopefully this weekend! Stay strong...Love, Maribeth
Hi Julie!!!
Hey Pat, I hope your not going too stir crazy. We have been thinking about you over here at Donahoe Racing. We have a Race in 2 weeks in Vegas with our Big superduty. hopfully we can pull off a win. We are 2nd in the points hunt so its getting fun now. We miss seeing you at AHAB. Brian is pulling what little hair he has out. If you stay away too long he is going to look like the one going through chemo. Well Stay STRONG BROTHA!!!! NEVER LIFT!!! Your going to get through this and be stronger then before. I'll keep checking in.
Kreg Donahoe
HEY PAT,
JUST WANTED TO STOP AND SAY HELLO TO AND LET YOU KNOW YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY PRAYERS. I MEANT TO SEND YOU A MESSAGE A LONG TIME AGO OR AT LEAST GIVE YOU A CALL BUT HAVE CHICKENED OUT EVERYTIME. ITS A LITTLE HARD FOR ME. HOWEVER, I'M NOT WORRIED ABOUT YOU. SOMETHING INSIDE TELLS ME THIS TIME I WILL BE TELLING A TRIUMPHANT STORY OF HOW YOU BEAT CANCER. ANYWAYS, I SEE THAT YOU ARE SMILING IN ALL OF YOUR PICTURES AND ARE SURROUNDED BY THE GREATEST SUPPORT TEAM IN THE WORLD! SO STAY STRONG AND NEVER, NEVER GIVE UP! WE MISS YOU TERRIBLY!! OH, DON'T WORRY ABOUT BRADY WE ARE TEACHING HIM EVERYHTING WE KNOW!! PRETTY SCARY HUH!!! SEE YA SOON!
SHENIQUA :)(AKA JANELLE)
Dear Pat & Julie,
Sending our love and smiles to you both. We're sorry to hear about the delays and frustrations you are encountering but so impressed by how well you two handle whatever comes your way. Stay strong.
Love,
The Grishaber
Pat
I definatly agree with Maribeth that everything happens for a reason. You will not only be back to normal but you will be stonger than ever. I have to say that i cant wait until you get out cuz i've got all kinds of plans for things we need to do and the list is getting longer by the day.
Please know that we are thinking and praying for you EVERYDAY.
Keep swinging cuz one of these curveballs will turn into a homerun..
The Kimbles
Good Morning...
Nothing new...just thinking about you :) Did you know I am a poet? Have a GREAT day ... it's almost Tuesday!...
Love, Your Dorky Sister
Hi Pat & Julie,
Well, made it safely to Illinois. Enjoying my time with so many good friends and they all send their best wishes and prayers your way. I am always thinking about you and how it's going to be so much better when I get home. Love you both so much and as always I am praying like everyone else that you will get rid of that horrible beast very soon!!!
Hi Julie and Pat,
Linda Borchard just told me all this news and gave me this site to read. Julie when we last talked it must have been right before Pat's relapse. I've read all your blogs and thank goodness for the web, huh? It was sooo different when Loren and Art were in the hospital. I totally understand the strength you draw from Pat, as I did from Art. You are doing an amazing job of keeping your focus on what is important, your husband and your family! And you are wise to realize that you need a break, too. It's hard to take care of yourself during times like this but you MUST!!!
I'm on board praying now and I'm sending a big hug to you.
Love, Kathi Bialik
Art went through 2 clinical trials and you are right, chemo is a b#*@%!
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