January Update

I always have to look back at my last post to see where I left off. When I last wrote I mentioned that Steve was just diagnosed with shingles. Little did we know how bad shingles could get. I mean BAD, REALLY BAD. The blisters were very painful, but it wasn't until Steve started experiencing pain "attacks" that he had finally come to a point that he didn't think he could continue living with that type of pain.
The pain attacks would cause him to scream and cry out, desperately looking for relief. They could last for up to 8 excruciating minutes, several times a day (or night). He described it as if someone was holding a blow torch to his head, neck and ear. We were both tested through this experience. After several doctor appointments and one ER visit Steve was finally given some pain medicine that helped him to handle the attacks, leaving him with more of a burning sensation throughout the day.

Soon after getting relief from the shingles, the edema came back in both of his legs. This time we are not sure why. He started the diuretics and I hope we will see some results soon. For the time being he needs to stay off of his feet as much as possible (have you ever tried to keep a toddler down) that's what it's like with him!

I forgot to share with everyone the newest family member to join us here at our abode!
Her name is Cindy and she is quite adorable! Although I think our dog BB is bit obsessed with her!
This was my present to Steve for his birthday……..I know, why a hamster. What else do you give a man who has everything? (He is a big softy and actually loves the little thing)

Cindy

BB Meeting Cindy

Oh I forgot to mention how the cancer treatment is going…..well the preliminary tests results we have show the lower dose may be working! Praise the Lord.

Please continue to pray for Jim, Peanut, Maricella, Natalie, Julie, Doris, Jim and Cheryl!

Blessings to all!

Deanna