2/17: I was the second one that was told the good news!
Mr. B's spot was smaller on the scans that they just had returned. His scans were also clear of pneumonia. Because of that, the doctor believes it is scar tissue and will continue to shrink. Mr. B has been given the green light slowly to wean himself off of the O2, move around more, and go out to some restaurants. After Mrs. B has her surgery, they should be both ready to roll again!
Thank you to all of our friends who have been praying for these dear Christians we think of as family.
2/15:
Mrs. B goes to meet her team of surgeons tomorrow regarding her heart valve surgery (Watchman Procedure). I am unclear if she is getting the procedure done tomorrow or if this is a just a meeting. (She's had it rescheduled so many times.) HER PROCEDURE WILL BE MARCH 17 in the morning. She will have to stay overnight.
Mr. B has not improved at all. He is on O2 still. His O2 levels are fine if he is sitting, but if he gets up, they drop to 80%. He was told that the mass in his lungs may be cancer, scar tissue, or mesothelioma. He worked a job that put him at high risk for mesothelioma. A few years ago, he had to fill out a ton of paperwork (filled three ring binders) on himself, his wife, and his three children due to his/their risk levels. If it is one of the worst two, the expectation is for him to have only six months to live. His daughter told me he is very quiet since that appointment.
Please continue praying for my friends. This family has done so much for so many in my hometown. It breaks my heart they are having to go through this. My friend is maintaining her job, her own household, and helping her parents get to appointments. She is cleaning their home, helping them get dressed, and cooking for them. She is exhausted and very concerned for their well being. Thank you to all who have bowed their heads and interceded on their behalf. My love to all.
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1/12: HE (Mr. B) is not seeing improvement on his breathing. He is coughing a lot and is still on 02. If he moves around, his levels drop. Mr. B's next appointment is Thursday.
1/11: There are a few appointments this week for this fantastic Christian couple. Please keep them in prayer.
1/8: HE is home and still on O2. He's been back to the doctor twice. There is a spot on his lung that may be a mucous plug or cancer. He has to go for more testing soon. SHE has several doctor's appointments this week.
Our family friend with the heart issues had a "bandaid" procedure to see if it helped with her breathing. Her testing revealed she has two forms of lupus and parvo. They are thinking this may resolve, so they are waiting to see before they do the more invasive heart surgeries.
They do not know if her breathing is any better because her husband was hospitalized yesterday due to his lungs being "full of pneumonia." His O2 levels go down to 70% when he moves around. He is on steroids, extra O2, and two strong antibiotics. The small community hospital was going to transfer him but decided at the last minute they could handle it.
Clint and I love this family and especially this couple. They are strong Christians and have been mentors to us as parents. Through Christ, they have triumphed over so many trials. Please lift them up during their time of need. Thank you for the prayers you lift on behalf of them.
I'll add this post to the other post and bump it up date when I am able. Today is about putting out fires and preparing a time for our family to worship and celebrate the gift of Jesus.
