Hi Everyone,
Well not to much updates from last time, the bleeding continues and we are now getting transfusions pretty much everyday. No chemo right now due to the bleeding. We will talk with Dr. Guenther Monday and see what he suggests we do next. I will update again next week to let you know what we discuss Monday. Keep my dad in your prayers.
God Bless Everyone,
Jill
I LOVE YOU SO MUCH DAD. You are so strong and are my hero, keep up the fight you are doing so, so amazing. I am so proud of you!
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Friday, July 22, 2011
Blood Drive and Update
Drive for Morgan
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Hi Everyone,
That is the information for a blood drive that my mom's work is having in honor of my Dad. Please help reach their goal of 50, I want to see if we can reach my goal of 125 which is the amount of transfusions my dad has needed since the start of his cancer (this number may be up to 150-160ish at the time of the blood drive.) It would be great if all who could make it, would! If you can't make it, take the time to donate at your local blood center, all the blood donated does save lives. Like I have said in the past, until this point I didn't personally know anyone who got transfusions to save their life. Now, in the past 9 months, without blood transfusions I would have lost one of the people who means the most to me in my life. I wish there was a way for me to thank all of those people who donate blood all of the time, if you are one of them THANK YOU. I am going to donate on the clock every time I am eligible for the rest of my life. It's a big deal and that blood is like gold to our family these days. I know we aren't the only ones who are blessed to have it available either so help support all those loved ones who need it.
As for my dad's status, he is still having troubles with bleeding... The bleeding seems to be getting a little worse each week which is very, very hard. He is getting transfusions every other day of 2-3units each time. They did another CAT scan on Tuesday and found that the chemo he was on isn't working to fight the cancer much at all. Of course he is off of that chemo since it wasn't doing anything and because of the bleeding. He meets with the doctor in 2 weeks to see how the bleeding is going. They also found a blood clot in his left lung on the CAT scan. This was very, very scary to us because we had never had that problem before. They did ultrasounds of his legs, pelvis, chest, neck, arms, and abdomen but found no source of where the blood clot came from. They inserted a net that acts like an umbrella that will catch any blood clots that may start in the legs/abdomen area just as a precaution. They of course cannot treat the blood clot that is in the lung because the treatment is with blood thinners which my dad cannot have because of his bleeding. The doctor seemed to think that the blood clot in his left lung was small enough and that it wouldn't travel to the heart.
Please, Please pray that my dad doesn't get severe pain, that this bleeding stops, and that he doesn't have troubles with blood clots anymore. Your prayers mean everything, they really, really do.
God Bless,
Love always,
Jill
Dad, "If every word I said, could make you laugh, I'd talk forever... If the song I sing to you could fill your heart with joy, I'd sing forever..." You mean so much to me Dad, I would do anything for you. I love you so, so much and you are my hero, I look up to you so, so much.
I will never grow out of being your little princess!
Friday, July 15, 2011
Update on Dad July 15, 2011
Hi Everyone,
We are at the hospital waiting to get 3 units of blood. My dad got 2 units on Monday and needed 3 today. He has been losing more blood lately. It is coming from the same place, the esophagus/stomach. We continue to get checked every few days and pray that the bleeding slows down. We have no other plans or real options besides to keep getting transfusions. Pray that the bleeding slows down and that my dad doesn't get more severe pain.
He continues to keep such a positive attitude and everytime I see him I love him more and more (yes it is somehow possible!) He deserves a miracle more than anyone that I know. I would put his strength, attitude, and optimism up against ANYONE in this world. I Love you so, so much Dad and am so thankful to have you in my life. I would not trade you for anything in the world. I love you so, so much.
Dad, I wrote the following quote for you:
"A true hero is someone who keeps a truly amazing attitude, friendly, funny, and loving demeanor, and shows appreciation, commitment, and unconditional love no matter the circumstances."
-Jill Peterson
Dad you are a true hero, my hero. Everyday I strive to become more and more like you. Have I told you lately that I love you so much? Because I do ♥
Love always,
Your little princess
We are at the hospital waiting to get 3 units of blood. My dad got 2 units on Monday and needed 3 today. He has been losing more blood lately. It is coming from the same place, the esophagus/stomach. We continue to get checked every few days and pray that the bleeding slows down. We have no other plans or real options besides to keep getting transfusions. Pray that the bleeding slows down and that my dad doesn't get more severe pain.
He continues to keep such a positive attitude and everytime I see him I love him more and more (yes it is somehow possible!) He deserves a miracle more than anyone that I know. I would put his strength, attitude, and optimism up against ANYONE in this world. I Love you so, so much Dad and am so thankful to have you in my life. I would not trade you for anything in the world. I love you so, so much.
Dad, I wrote the following quote for you:
"A true hero is someone who keeps a truly amazing attitude, friendly, funny, and loving demeanor, and shows appreciation, commitment, and unconditional love no matter the circumstances."
-Jill Peterson
Dad you are a true hero, my hero. Everyday I strive to become more and more like you. Have I told you lately that I love you so much? Because I do ♥
Love always,
Your little princess
Friday, July 8, 2011
Chemo Tuesday July 5, 2011
Hi Everyone,
My dad had chemo this past Tuesday again. He started losing more blood lately again, he is needing about two transfusions a week. We had a scope done to see if the bleeding was coming from the same spot in the esophagus and it seems to be coming from that same spot. The doctor who did the scope used a gas to try and stop the bleeding at least temporarily, he said that it did slow it down but didn't stop it and that it won't work long term. We are getting blood transfusions again today, then checked again on Monday and most likely transfusions Monday. My dad's being a real trooper as usual. In extremely good spirits, has a great attitude, and is always such a pleasure to be around. I am thankful to be able to be home with him as much as I am this summer.
Keep praying that this bleeding stops or slows and that he doesn't have pain. He has been having some more severe pain in the stomach area that is horrible when it sets in. Pray that he doesn't get that and that we see the bleeding stop or slow down. Remember to thank God each and every day for your loved ones and all the blessings each of us have.
I will update again mid-next week unless something else changes.
Thanks for the prayers, thoughts, calls, cards, food, etc. We appreciate all of our loved ones so, so much.
Love always,
Jillybean
"Who loves you baby?"
"Daddy does."
My dad had chemo this past Tuesday again. He started losing more blood lately again, he is needing about two transfusions a week. We had a scope done to see if the bleeding was coming from the same spot in the esophagus and it seems to be coming from that same spot. The doctor who did the scope used a gas to try and stop the bleeding at least temporarily, he said that it did slow it down but didn't stop it and that it won't work long term. We are getting blood transfusions again today, then checked again on Monday and most likely transfusions Monday. My dad's being a real trooper as usual. In extremely good spirits, has a great attitude, and is always such a pleasure to be around. I am thankful to be able to be home with him as much as I am this summer.
Keep praying that this bleeding stops or slows and that he doesn't have pain. He has been having some more severe pain in the stomach area that is horrible when it sets in. Pray that he doesn't get that and that we see the bleeding stop or slow down. Remember to thank God each and every day for your loved ones and all the blessings each of us have.
I will update again mid-next week unless something else changes.
Thanks for the prayers, thoughts, calls, cards, food, etc. We appreciate all of our loved ones so, so much.
Love always,
Jillybean
"Who loves you baby?"
"Daddy does."
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Happy Birthday Dad!
Hi Everyone!
Well my dad is doing good, he is eating pretty well and feeling pretty good. He got two units of blood yesterday and is celebrating his birthday today. He is spending time with his brothers for the afternoon and my mom, Ben, and I for the evening.
Well Dad, I just wanted to say that you deserve the best birthday ever. You deserve a great day everyday. I hope you feel exceptionally special everyday, but especially today, June 28th because this is your day, the day you were born. I love celebrating you on this day. If you wouldn't have been born everyone who knows you would have been robbed of so much; we wouldn't have you in our lives to bring the positive, fun, energy that you always bring no matter what the circumstances. When you came and visited me for my birthday it made my dad. I hope I can help make yours:) I love you so, so much!
Happy Birthday To you!
I LOVE YOU DAD!!!
Well my dad is doing good, he is eating pretty well and feeling pretty good. He got two units of blood yesterday and is celebrating his birthday today. He is spending time with his brothers for the afternoon and my mom, Ben, and I for the evening.
Well Dad, I just wanted to say that you deserve the best birthday ever. You deserve a great day everyday. I hope you feel exceptionally special everyday, but especially today, June 28th because this is your day, the day you were born. I love celebrating you on this day. If you wouldn't have been born everyone who knows you would have been robbed of so much; we wouldn't have you in our lives to bring the positive, fun, energy that you always bring no matter what the circumstances. When you came and visited me for my birthday it made my dad. I hope I can help make yours:) I love you so, so much!
Happy Birthday To you!
I LOVE YOU DAD!!!
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Week of June 20, 2011
Hi Everyone,
Sorry it has been so long since I have updated. I am happy to be able to say my dad is doing pretty good these days. He is back on chemo, he gets chemo every other week. He has been getting blood transfusions about once a week which is way better than it was so that is good. He's been able to work off and on. We had an amazing father's day, I am so happy and proud to be able to celebrate my dad on that day. His birthday is coming up next Tuesday so that will be another fun day!
Other than that I don't have any new updates. I continue to ask for your thoughts and prayers; pray that he continues to tolerate this chemo well and that this chemo fights the cancer very hard. I pray for a miracle several times everyday, we can always pray for one so I encourage you to pray for a miracle as well.
Well until next post, Dad I am very, very proud of you. I am proud to be your daughter and enjoy celebrating holidays with you, especially those that celebrate you like father's day and your birthday. Those days are very special to me because I am so thankful to have you as a Dad and be able to celebrate them with you. I love you so much.
Always and forever,
Your little princess
Sorry it has been so long since I have updated. I am happy to be able to say my dad is doing pretty good these days. He is back on chemo, he gets chemo every other week. He has been getting blood transfusions about once a week which is way better than it was so that is good. He's been able to work off and on. We had an amazing father's day, I am so happy and proud to be able to celebrate my dad on that day. His birthday is coming up next Tuesday so that will be another fun day!
Other than that I don't have any new updates. I continue to ask for your thoughts and prayers; pray that he continues to tolerate this chemo well and that this chemo fights the cancer very hard. I pray for a miracle several times everyday, we can always pray for one so I encourage you to pray for a miracle as well.
Well until next post, Dad I am very, very proud of you. I am proud to be your daughter and enjoy celebrating holidays with you, especially those that celebrate you like father's day and your birthday. Those days are very special to me because I am so thankful to have you as a Dad and be able to celebrate them with you. I love you so much.
Always and forever,
Your little princess
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Chemo Monday June 6, 2011
Hi Everyone,
Well yesterday my dad was in for a new chemo regimen and blood. He is on a new regimen that he chose from a few different options that the doctor gave to him. He got blood transfusions as well.
He is still hanging in there and managing to work as much as he can.
Everyday he continues to amaze me. I grow prouder and prouder of him and also learn from his actions everyday. With Father's day and my dad's birthday right around the corner I feel myself being more and more thankful for the father I was given and all I have to be thankful for. I love each minute I get to spend with my dad. Thanks for all you do Dad, it doesn't go unappreciated. I realize that you are always there for me and I am so thankful and appreciative for that. I am always here for you too.
Love you with all my heart,
Jill
Have I told you lately that i love you?
Well yesterday my dad was in for a new chemo regimen and blood. He is on a new regimen that he chose from a few different options that the doctor gave to him. He got blood transfusions as well.
He is still hanging in there and managing to work as much as he can.
Everyday he continues to amaze me. I grow prouder and prouder of him and also learn from his actions everyday. With Father's day and my dad's birthday right around the corner I feel myself being more and more thankful for the father I was given and all I have to be thankful for. I love each minute I get to spend with my dad. Thanks for all you do Dad, it doesn't go unappreciated. I realize that you are always there for me and I am so thankful and appreciative for that. I am always here for you too.
Love you with all my heart,
Jill
Have I told you lately that i love you?
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