Makn Memories

Blackman's new family addition!!!

Well, most have probably already seen pictures of our new grandson if you are on Brett or Brandon's facebook, but for those of us who don't do the whole Facebook scene I've added a few on here too.  As you can tell by the pictures, Papa Joel was VERY happy that his grandson "finally" decided to join us.  For 2 weeks Joel kept telling me each night when he crawled into bed that "tonight Kyndra will have the baby".  (I personally was hoping it would be a "during the day" delivery...lol...I like my sleep)  Malachi Wendell Blackman was born on April 17th, 7lbs 2 oz , 19.5 inches long...delivery went well for mom & baby. 

Also, Joel is feeling pretty good right now.  He will go back tomorrow for another Avastin treatment.  He uses the wheelchair more for the longer distances but doesn't need it at home so that is making it easier for him & he's been gettting out to enjoy the nicer weather days.  He can't wait for the boys to be out of school for the summer; they are ALL counting down the days!!!

We are continually feeling the presence of God in our lives.  We feel like we are in the middle of the fire but it's comforting to know that with God, we are not being destroyed by it.  We love you all and pray that you also are feeling His presence in your lives.

Kim

Joel has started a new treatment

It has been a crazy few days...last Friday Joel's MRI reflected that the tumor has started to grow, a CT scan of his chest showed several small blood clots in his lungs & then to end the day, Joel had a small seizure...needless to say we were all very discouraged by the day.  This week started out with more tests...and again not great news...his cholesterol tested double what it should be & his triglycerides were off the chart.  So we had MORE tests ran today to see if they can figure out what is causing the high numbers or at least rule out some things. 

Today was also the first day of a new treatment...Joel will go in every 2 weeks & it is given intravenously..it is not a chemotherapy but it's suppose to slow down the tumor growth by shutting down the blood vessels around the tumor...if Joel does well handling this then they will add a chemo treatment with it.  Joel has an MRI scheduled for the end of May & we are very hopeful to see good results from the medicine.

On a good note, in the middle of all the tests Joel had a wonderful Easter...after a blessed church service on Sunday we spent the day with his family and our kids & grandkids & he very much enjoyed that!  AND he is anxiously awaiting the birth of his grandson...due to arrive any day now!!!!

We continue our faith & hope in God...thru this valley He continues to shower us with blessings...we know He is with us always and on many days, carries us each thru the day...we continue to pray for a miracle for Joel.

God Bless You All,

Kim