Adam has his second chemo dose today. He once again had a similar reaction as last night where he deoxygenated and hyperventilated. However after some additional pre-medications, the transfusion was resumed and 4 hours later the second dose of chemotherapy was complete. Adam’s 3rd and final dose will be tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon.
We also received some very difficult and devastating news this afternoon. An ophthalmologist came to take a look at Adam’s left eye, which had developed a bruise 2 weeks ago, caused by pressure from the cancer in the bones behind his eye. The left eye is currently not functioning as it should and though the eye seems “healthy” at the surface, the optical nerve appears to be damaged somewhere further back. The doctor thinks the damage may be permanent and it’s likely he may never recover sight to this eye.
Why God, why? Is the cancer not enough that he should be blind too? We cannot understand. This is too much. Disappointing news after disappointing news. Oh Lord, we have no words. Our faith is weak. But Lord, you are able to do superabundantly above all that we ask or think. Restore Adam’s sight. Do it, Lord! Mark and I are struggling so much with this news… please pray for us.
Prayer requests:
- The function to Adam’s left eye would be restored and that whatever damage there is would not be permanent.
- Mark and Hannah would be supplied by the Lord’s grace in this difficult time.
- Mark and Hannah would continue to trust in the Lord despite what difficulties may come.
Proverbs 3:5 – Trust in Jehovah with all your heart; and do not rely on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.
Our prayers and thoughts go out for Adam, Hannah and Mark!! Words cannot be uttered except praying for you all.❤️
“Enlight’ning with the light of life,
He chases darkness far away;
Imparting Christ as light divine,
He turns for us the night to day.”
“He strengthens with the pow’r of life
To energize our inner man;
Imparting Christ as strength divine,
He moves within us for God’s plan.” (Hymns 244)
Love
Christ and the angels are surrounding Adam and beautiful Hannah and Mark. We love you from Croydon….Let us know how we can help you.
xo
Words like these below are coming to for you from precious prayer warriors who are also keeping you all close in Spirit….you are truly surrounded by a great cloud of saints.
“There’s sweet sweet spirit in this place and I know that it’s the presence of the Lord.
Sweet Holy Spirit, sweet heavenly dove, stay right there with Adam, Mark + Hannah… filling them with Your Love.
…The prayer of blessing prayed over us by the Lord. “The Lord Bless thee Adam, (Mark + Hannah) and keep thee; the Lord make His Face to Shine upon Adam, (M+H); and be gracious unto them; The Lord lift of His Countenance upon Adam, (M+H); and give you peace”
May Adam always be wrapped in loving arms of our Savior, healed, joyful, and blessed. In the Holiness of the Lord Jesus…Amen.
When a child suffers it’s so hard to believe that “God works all things together for the good of those who love him”! But God loves Mark more than any of us & has a perfect plan for Mark’s life. Praying that God will comfort your hearts & give you his peace, which transcends all understanding.
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Full of prayers and crying out for all three of you. ?
Many, many, prayers, hugs and love for Hannah, Mark and all the family. We are standing with you! If there is anything at all I could do, please feel free to let me know! May the Lord supply much abundant supply of grace for each day!
Our dear, sweet Adam- We love you so much. Our dear, sweet Adam- We wish we could endure this suffering for you. Our dear, sweet Adam- We are fighting and praying for you every moment of every day.
O Lord, we don’t know why but we pray in faith that you will heal Adam of this cancer and preserve his vision. O Lord, protect Hannah and Mark from the enemy and hide them in Yourself. O Lord, supply Hannah and Mark with your knowledge surpassing grace every moment along this journey. We do need you Lord!
Amen! Oh, Lord Jesus. Our hearts are poured out on the floor for you. We love you. Lord, come in. Cover Mark and Hannah with Your wings. Keep them from the evil one. Cause them to know Your knowledge-surpassing love.
Hannah, we love you! We are thinking and praying for you, Mark, and Adam. Stay strong. ?
We love you all!