Lord, Help Us to have Strength, Courage & Faith

Following up on the 5-day radiation round that Cass took and completed last Saturday, we brought Cass back to Sickkids this afternoon for a general review. The oncologist explained to us that it would need to take a few more days before they could clearly confirm the effectiveness of the last radiation. However, for the time being, even though Cass did not find drastic improvement in her right arm, she seemed to feel less stiffness there than before. Anyway, we are booked to return to the hospital for another general review and meet with the surgeon next week. By that time, maybe the doctors will determine if a surgery will be required to reduce the pain and stiffness of Cass’ right arm by creating spaces around the nerves in the shoulder area in order to relieve the pressure from the tumours.

After the check up today, we went directly to see a new Chinese herbal doctor for some herbal medicines to strengthen Cass’ physical body and maybe her immune system as well. During the consultation, when we mentioned the proposed surgery for Cass to ease the compressed nerves, the Chinese doctor recommended that we discuss and get opinions from Cass before we should determine the conclusion.

At this point, we are hoping that all her tumours will stop growing and will just stay stable in her body. I pray that I would be able to leave everything to my Lord- all my worries and troubles, and rely on His guidance, especially on Cass's future treatment plan. Please continue to help praying for the potential process of the new chemo drug, pray for the improvement of Cass right arm, pray that her arm could be improved without the need of a surgery, and pray that we will still be able to follow calmly step by step right behind our Lord.

We were encouraged by the Bible verbs on the charm. Thank you Vicky E E for such encouraging and meaningful scripture charms for Cass.

scripture charms from Vicky EE

STRENGTH : "I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me." Philippians 4:13

COURAGE : " Be strong and courageous, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:4

FAITH : "When I am afraid, I will put my trust in you." Psalm 56:3

(Cass was so happy to have some fun times with her friends in the weekend and sometimes even in the weekdays. Thanks for your love to Cass!)
 

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