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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up:  Update on Jacob  |
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babysmama
True Blue Farmgirl
931 Posts
Elizabeth
Iowa
931 Posts |
 Posted - Aug 03 2011 : 09:10:09 AM
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For all of you who have stood beside me as we have walked through this journey of childhood cancer...here is an update on my sweet Jacob.
This Friday he will have his next (and last!) hospital stay for chemo. The next two Fridays will be out-patient chemo - and then he is done!! Scans will be done afterwards (please continue to pray for good test results!) and then I think it will be check-ups every three months for the next several years, then every six months, then every year for the rest of his life.
Jacob is doing great right now. He gets low counts still and has had to continue to have blood and platelet transfusions off and on due to low hemoglobin and platelets (normal with such strong chemo) but he has not had an infection or sickness because of the chemo (knock on wood!). His body has been so strong throughout this and he is such a fighter and champ.
I know I've been missing in action here for awhile but there is just so much to keep up with that I let things slide here and there. I can not thank you all enough for the HUGE support that you all have been to me - there are just not words to express it. You all are awesome ladies and I hope you realize that you truly helped lift some of the burden from me throughout this journey.
We will be starting homeschooling right around the time of Jacob's last treatment and the kids are looking forward to that - I ordered their books yesterday and we will be going shopping for school supplies this weekend or next. I'm glad that they can look forward to normal kid things right now.
-Elizabeth
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farmmilkmama
True Blue Farmgirl
2027 Posts
Amy
Central MN
USA
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buffypuff
True Blue Farmgirl
1183 Posts
Claudia
Deer Park
WA
USA
1183 Posts |
Posted - Aug 03 2011 : 09:41:01 AM
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Oh Elizabeth, I have been wondering and it seemed Jacob was brought to mind the other day in the midst of some of my prayers. I do hope that things continue to be positive for him, as I think his hard trail is for a reason. You have been such a trooper Mom and I'm sure God looks down on you blessing you in ways yet to be known. Thank you for allowing us to pray for Jacob.
Buffypuff/ Claudia ~ Farmgirl Sister #870 @}~~
"God sends no one away empty except those who are full of themselves." DL Moody
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Marcy
True Blue Farmgirl
2702 Posts
Marcy
Tiverton
Rhode Island
USA
2702 Posts |
Posted - Aug 03 2011 : 09:58:57 AM
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You just made my day. Thank you so much for the update. Please keep us updated in the future and know that you are all thought of.
hugs
Marcy
Farmgirl #170
Since you get more joy out of giving joy to others, you should put a good deal of thought into the happiness that you are able to give...Eleanor Roosevelt
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Cherime
True Blue Farmgirl
1222 Posts
Cherime
Wasilla
Alaska
USA
1222 Posts |
Posted - Aug 03 2011 : 10:14:32 AM
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Nahum 1:9 KJ What do ye imagine against the LORD? he will make an utter end: affliction shall not rise up the second time. Will continue to pray this over Jacob.
CMF |
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Annika
True Blue Farmgirl
5602 Posts
Annika
USA
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Posted - Aug 03 2011 : 10:23:43 AM
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Oh Elizabeth, that is such wonderful news! I'll be praying for many blessings and to come to you, Jacob and your family 
Annika
Farmgirl & sister #13
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. ~Leonardo DaVinci
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - Aug 03 2011 : 10:59:15 AM
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Prayers and more prayers to Jacob and you.
Keep us posted.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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Fiddlehead Farm
True Blue Farmgirl
4562 Posts
Diane
Waupaca
WI
USA
4562 Posts |
Posted - Aug 03 2011 : 4:53:34 PM
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Elizabeth,
I pray nightly for Jacob and your family. So glad to hear the good news.
http://studiodiphotosite.shutterfly.com/
farmgirl sister #922
I ask not for a larger garden, but for finer seeds.
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.
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HealingTouch
True Blue Farmgirl
3448 Posts
Darlene
Kunkletown
Pa
USA
3448 Posts |
Posted - Aug 03 2011 : 5:01:32 PM
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Elizabeth~You will all continue to be in my prayers. Bless his heart for the trooper he has been.
Be Blessed,
Darlene
Sister 1922
God first, everything else after!
When Satan's knocking at your door, just say "Jesus will you get that for me?"
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13928 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13928 Posts |
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crafter
True Blue Farmgirl
2313 Posts
lori
Fort Atkinson
Wisconsin
USA
2313 Posts |
Posted - Aug 04 2011 : 2:03:52 PM
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Yeah for answered prayers- I will continue to keep Jacob and your family in my prayers. Much love to you and the family!
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Aug 04 2011 : 2:17:32 PM
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Oh, Elizabeth... I just took a deep breath and let out a huge sigh of relief for you. Thank the Good Lord! He's come so far - I'm so, so happy for you all! Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
www.papercraftingwithnini.myctmh.com
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embchicken
True Blue Farmgirl
1487 Posts
Elaine
Ocean
NJ
USA
1487 Posts |
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Acelady02
True Blue Farmgirl
1266 Posts
Penny
Washington
GA
USA
1266 Posts |
Posted - Aug 04 2011 : 11:04:25 PM
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That is great news Elizabeth. continue prayers for all of you
(((((Hugs All)))))Penny
Farmgirl Sister #3343
God gives Miracles to those who Believe, Courage to those with Faith, Hope to those who Dream, Love to those who Accept, & Forgiveness to those who Ask... |
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grace gerber
True Blue Farmgirl
2804 Posts
grace
larkspur
colorado
USA
2804 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2011 : 06:16:46 AM
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Wonderful news Elizabeth - I will be keeping Jacob and your family always in my prayers and thoughts. It will be great to get back to a normal schedule for both him and the family. I so know what that does to a family and how the little routines mean so much. Let us know if there is anything we can do and just know you are loved and prayed for.
Grace Gerber
Larkspur Funny Farm and Fiber Art Studio
Where the spirits are high and the fiber is deep
http://www.larkspurfunnyfarm.etsy.com
http://larkspurfunnyfarm.blogspot.com
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Meg
Moderator/Farmgirl True
974 Posts
Meg
Idaho
USA
974 Posts |
Posted - Aug 09 2011 : 4:57:27 PM
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Elizabeth, thank you so much for your update. We will continue to keep you all in our thoughts. Much Farmgirl love...
MaryJane's daughter,
Meg
megan@maryjanesfarm.org
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Beverley
True Blue Farmgirl
2707 Posts
Beverley
atlanta
Michigan
USA
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Lieberkim
True Blue Farmgirl
839 Posts
Kimberly
Sunnyside
WASHINGTON
USA
839 Posts |
Posted - Aug 12 2011 : 1:38:31 PM
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babysmama
True Blue Farmgirl
931 Posts
Elizabeth
Iowa
931 Posts |
Posted - Nov 23 2011 : 6:56:10 PM
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It's been awhile since I've updated! Jacob's scans at the end of August came back clear! His three month scan is coming up next week (the 2nd)...I'm nervous thinking about it so please keep little Jacob and us in your prayers that everything still comes back clear. I'm going to have scanxitiy for years!
But Jacob is doing great! His energy has returned, his hair is back, and he's back to just being a kid! We did just find out that he has nine cavities (probably due to parts of his treatment) but that is a drop in the bucket compared to what he has been through (though it hurts this mommy heart to know that he has to go through one more thing!). I will update after next week.
During this week of Thanksgiving I want to thank you all for surrounding us with your love and prayers. Jacob has been snuggling with the quilt and blankets you all made him. I can't thank you enough for all the love you have shown us!
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nubidane
True Blue Farmgirl
3015 Posts
Lisa
Georgetown
OH
3015 Posts |
Posted - Nov 23 2011 : 7:52:33 PM
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Elizabeth
I follow your blog & am overjoyed with how well Jacob is doing. I pray for you often.
You are a strong, creative, and wonderful mother.
God Bless you and yours this holiday season.
Praying for clean scans..
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Marcy
True Blue Farmgirl
2702 Posts
Marcy
Tiverton
Rhode Island
USA
2702 Posts |
Posted - Nov 25 2011 : 05:52:25 AM
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Wonderful news. I've been wondering how you all were. Thanks for the update. Will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
hugs
Marcy
Farmgirl #170
Since you get more joy out of giving joy to others, you should put a good deal of thought into the happiness that you are able to give...Eleanor Roosevelt
http://marcysworldofcreativity.blogspot.com/
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craftingram
True Blue Farmgirl
528 Posts
Karin
Nashville
In
USA
528 Posts |
Posted - Nov 25 2011 : 06:05:50 AM
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What wonderful news! I'm sure your Thanksgiving was really great this year. Will continue to keep Jacob in my prayers.
Karin
Farmgirl #2708
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Nov 25 2011 : 06:40:18 AM
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I'm so happy for you all, Elizabeth! Thank you so much for the update! This news made my day! Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
www.papercraftingwithnini.myctmh.com
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prariehawk
True Blue Farmgirl
2914 Posts
Cindy
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Posted - Nov 25 2011 : 6:54:05 PM
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What a wonderful Thanksgiving gift! Jacob remains in my prayers.
Cindy
"Vast floods can't quench love, no matter what love did/ Rivers can't drown love, no matter where love's hid"--Sinead O'Connor
"In many ways, you don't just live in the country, it lives inside you"--Ellen Eilers
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crafter
True Blue Farmgirl
2313 Posts
lori
Fort Atkinson
Wisconsin
USA
2313 Posts |
Posted - Nov 26 2011 : 08:11:19 AM
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Emily Anna
True Blue Farmgirl
863 Posts
Emily
Fort Atkinson
WI
USA
863 Posts |
Posted - Nov 27 2011 : 3:00:57 PM
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Elizabeth, so glad to hear the great news! I can only imagine how stressful it will be every time his future scans come up. I will keep you all in my prayers and will especially be thinking of you on the 2nd!
Emily |
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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up: Update on Jacob |
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