Hello Everyone,
I hope this post finds you well and at peace. I have been reading in Mosiah and was impressed with how many times King Benjamin bears witness of our Savior and the promise that all who follow him to the end, will have peace in this life and eternal life hereafter. I am not perfect and I make my fair share of mistakes, but I can honestly say that I am trying to be like my Savior, trying to give up the natural man and life a spiritual life. I have felt the peace that can only come from the Holy Spirit. It is what keeps me anchored and pressing forward.
This is week 3 of the clinical trial - my FEEL GOOD week. The chemo is essentially out of my system and I am preparing for Cycle 2 to start on Monday. Last week, week 2, was a mixed bag. For a day or two my white blood cells were zero, so I had to be really careful about not getting an infection. On Friday my platelets were low enough on that they gave me some. They are really nice about that type of thing. On Monday of this week, my blood levels were back up and they gave me the rest of the week off. Overall, I felt good most of the time, but had low energy. Week 3 is shaping up to be a good week. I have more energy and feel like exploring.
I am so thankful that my employer allows me to work from New York. We couldn't have done it otherwise. We do have exciting plans for the weekend. I will tell you about in the next post. Angela's feet and my feet are getting a good workout. All of the surfaces here are hard. Even the few places with carpet have little padding. We are sometimes hobbling along by the end of the day if we have had to walk a lot.
We have met some very nice people here in New York. We have gotten help from strangers at the subway. the staff at the hospital are always nice, and the hotel staff are very nice. The church members have been wonderful. We had dinner the other night with a family. They have three adorable children. It made me think of my kids and the hugs I wish I could give them. We are so thankful for the wonderful family and friends that are creating places of love and security for the kids.
Thank you all for your prayers. You love and support are so important to us. We feel the power of your faith in our behalf. We love you all.
-Doug-
Your faith is remarkable and that is what is carrying you up and through each day of the unknowns. You will come though this with flying colors. The members of the Church giving you the added support you need is of no surprise. That is what is go unique and awesome about the church. No matter where you go, you know you can find support but mostly friendship in each area. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is our only hope in getting through this life into the the next. As you move forward keep the faith and you will succeed in your endevers. Remember always that the Gospel is still true.
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