Monday, September 22, 2008

Round 2

Last week was Warren's 2nd round of this treatment. I was hoping it would be a lot better, but it wasn't. It wasn't as bad in his throat, but the sores are all through his mouth and down the throat once again. He has been down all weekend with pain in his mouth and throat and is not able to keep anything down. He is hungry though, which is a good sign, but eating is very difficult and his body doesn't seem to want to keep it down. The doctor reduced the strength of both chemo's, but the side affects are still very much there. It took almost the entire 2 weeks after treatment before he felt good again and then it started all over again. Life just keeps going on around him here at home, the children are used to it all and that is sometimes sad. I know it is hard for him sometimes to know days go by that he cannot spend much time with the kids. His spirits are good although I know he gets frustrated being cooped up day after day. We just keep in the forefront of our minds that God's purpose is so much greater than this cancer. Psalm 23 has been on my mind alot lately. It is such a simple passage that we learn as children and have at funerals, but there is so much in those small verses and the picture God creates is so beautiful...He leadeth me beside the still waters, He restoreth my soul. What comfort and encouragement!! Our God is good and we have seen his work 1st hand. WOW! Keep us in your prayers!!

8 comments:

Anonymous said...

To all you Brokerings...lots of love and prayers heading up to God for you all.
Thanks for posting Tana. You are in my private prayers for your strength, love and endurance; for Grace, Faith and Hope because of Him.
And for Peace in the whole house.

Sharon & Dave Rist (WBC)
1Peter 1:3-9

Anonymous said...

We so hoped this round would not be as harsh. We love you all and continue to pray for healing and strength to endure this trial.

Aunt Sharon

P.s. Olena Carter was asking about Warren.

Deb said...

Warren and Tana, we have been watching your site for a while and praying for both of you. We pray that you feel God's arms around you. What a blessing you have been as your share your lives with us. Dan and Deb Jordan

2Icecubed said...

Our faith is strengthened by your testimony! We are praying for easier, more manageable days for you, Warren. Praying too that you will feel His presence in a special way in these difficult days! Love you!
Scott and Michelle

Anonymous said...

Thanks for another update. We are still praying.

Mark & Amy

Pastor Adam Love said...

Our church family prayed for you again last night and our family prays almost daily in our devotions for you. He IS with you. Our hearts and prayers as well. Be strengthened for this day.

Unknown said...

Warren and Tana,
Just a note to let you know you are always on my heart and prayers. Can't wait to get together we you again. I really had a great time our last visit.

SturgillMom said...

We are praying for all of you -- thank you for your amazing testimony!