It's 5:20pm and Mike just called to ask what I needed him to bring tomorrow when he comes with the kids. Luke and I were both taking a nap...now I'm awake...but Luke is still sleeping. Luke has been feeling pretty okay. He is on IV nutrition but still is managing to eat some dry frosted flakes...I guess it has paid off depriving my kids of sugar cereal, he was excited I would LET him eat it! They say it helps decrease the soars in the mouth and throat if he continues to eat and drink a little. He is still throwing-up a few times a day...well I think twice today...seems to be getting better, but now it's coming out the other end, if you know what I mean. He has watched 4 Star Wars movies and has been sitting up at times playing on the computer. One of the child life specialist gave him a "About Me" page to fill out and hang up in his room, he answered all the questions without any prompting from anyone. I thought you might like to learn more about Luke too.
My Name is Lukas
I am Five years old
I am in Kindergarten
My favorite movie is, Indiana Jones and Star Wars.
My favorite food is, egg sandwiches.
My favorite type of music is, break dancing music.
My favorite things to do are, playing with my brothers and sister and cousins and playing my game boy DS and Computer.
If I could go anywhere in the world, I would go to New York City or Disneyland or Lego land.
It bothers me when people, don't leave me alone when I want to be left alone.
When I am upset, My Family, helps me to feel better.
Other things I want you to know about me are, I want to tell people about Jesus because he helps me.
Pretty cute... Tomorrow is transplant day !! At about 11am Luke will get back the stem-cells they harvested from him. They will hook him up to the monitors and check his vitals every 5 minutes for about 4 hours, while the cells are infusing. Pray they make their way back to his marrow quickly and start reproducing new healthy cells quickly! They say it takes about 10-14 days for counts to recover during that time most patients need round the clock pain meds. I'm also praying this will not be the case for Luke, I know God has the power, can't hurt to ask. Thank you for reading this and for all your support in prayer and encouragement through the mail. Luke is loving his mail. I will update again soon~Love Erica
Luke's Journey
- Mike and Erica
- An information & update page about Luke and his family’s journey through discovery, and treatment of his tummy "bump". AKA abdominal mass.
Erica
ReplyDeleteAlways so anxious to read your postings about your precious little guy. I always think about the big hug he gave me at church one Sunday. Is Luke able to get snail mail in his room? Please know we pray for luke and all of you everyday. Love you all, Sharon Wylie
Hi there Luke! I loved learning about you more today! I love egg sandwiches too! If you get to travel to New York City I can tell you about some great places to visit. My brother lives there and is a great tour guide!!! I will tell the kids at church tomorrow night that Jesus is helping you and that you want them to know that! Thanks Luke for showing us more about loving and trusting Jesus for help in all things! I'm praying for you buddy and will talk to you later!
ReplyDeleteHi Erica! Miss and love you lots! The Lord is near. Be anxious about nothing - in everything by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God and the peace of God that passes all understanding will guard you hearts and minds in Christ Jesus!
Philippians 4:5-7
Erica-
ReplyDeleteThank you for these updates...we continue to pray for you guys, esp. Luke, & will rememeber to pray at 11am today. Chloe has been wanting to send a card to Luke & we will do so today!! It has been a lot of fun getting to know your sis & bro-in-law through soccer...we love you guys!
Kristi Traxler
I know I'm not on the computer very much, but the first thing I always do is to check on Luke. I love to hear updates, and no this is not boring stuff! Keep up the good work Luke and God will heal you. I'm excited to hear you are doing good. Sorry about the poopies!!!! Hope to see your smiling face soon. Miss You!
ReplyDeleteLove & Prayers to all
Roxanne