This is Crys -- Jon's mom. I thought perhaps we needed to update Jon's blog for those that follow from a distance.
I was with Jon in the hospital back in January when a retired minister from Jon's church stopped for a visit. He talked to us about miracles he had experienced in his life. The thing about miracles he said, is that you have to ask for them. And so we asked -- through all the many links of the prayers chains that are continually being offered for Jon, we asked God for a miracles for Jon. As Andy shared with you in her Feb. 3rd blog "Oh Crap", the hospital staff seemed defeated. They doubted that Jon would ever come home. They told us Jon would probably get an infection that he wouldn't be able to fight. They talked about 'supportive treatment' and 'DNR codes'. then on Feb. 11th Andy shared with you our 'glimmer of hope'.
I've learned something about miracles. Sometimes they come in an instant - the 'pick up your feet and walk' kind. But sometimes they require a lot of very hard work, with many ups and downs along the way that will try to test your faith. But the result is still a miracle. Jon is home from the hospital. He's been home for what will be 2 weeks on Friday. It is a slow process, but each day he gets stronger. His blood and bone marrow are clear of any leukemia blasts. He is off of all the pain meds that had his mind so cloudy. He is learning to eat again. His immune system continues to improve -- it is now better than hallway back to normal. But most of all he is home with Andy and the kids and they are treasuring each day.
So what is the plan from here? The doctors want to do more chemo in a week or so to keep the AML from returning. As I understand it, it will be a different type of chemo -- one that can be done as an outpatient and won't necessarily require a hospital stay unless Jon gets sick. Then perhaps in a couple of months Jon and Andy will go back to Mayo for a consultation.
And so we are trusting in God's miracle and celebrating life. Each day is a gift.
Like Crys I too believe in miracles never under estimate the power of God through prayers. I believe Jon's miracle is here we just have to finalize it with continue prayers. I believe with our prayers Jon will have a long life to be a Husband, Father, Son, Brother, and a Friend.
ReplyDeleteI also believe in miracle because Jesus has done so many! I am praying everyday for Jon and know that Our Lord has him in his hands and loves him very much. Trusting that Our Lord will complete his miracle with Jon with many years of blessings with his family and friends. Love you Jon Andy and all the little ones. Serita
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing! Watching my own hubby go through AML, I have been checking this blog for updates daily. SO thrilled to see one...and a miraculous one at that! Will continue to pray for Jon and Andy!
ReplyDeleteSpectacular news! Thanks so much for sharing!
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