As Marty awaits his second round of chemotherapy on Sunday, his physiotherapy is ongoing. Even when he is having the chemo, he is scheduled for physio treatments. Marty is demonstrating increased strength in that he sat up straighter in bed, and with more control than during previous attempts. He then stood up, free from the bed twice, with him standing there for one minute the second time. When he stands, he carries his own weight, but he has the support of two people for balance.
Today, Marty had a surprise visit from three of his uncles who are visiting from Winnipeg. As it had been around a year since Marty had seen these men, it was wonderful to witness his immediate recognition of them.
We wish Marty the LORD's strength and blessing as he begins his second round of chemo tomorrow.
"This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us." -- 1 John 5:14
Mike
We continue to pray that the treatments may have the desired results. Thank you for posting each day (it's the last thing we check before going to bed each evening). May Marty receive the physical and mental strength to tolerate the chemo, and it is our prayer that Erica and the rest of the family receive an extra measure of God's love during this difficult journey!
ReplyDeleteJohn and Diane Bosscher
We'd like to wish Erica and the rest of the Toet family every bit of strength and focus on the Lord's sustaining,sovereign presence in these dark and difficult days. Be encouraged to know that God holds you in the palm of His hands.
ReplyDeleteSincerely, Heres and Frieda Snijder