Saturday, August 16, 2008

Normal?


"Normal is just a setting on your washing machine," my friend used to say. But I woke up Friday morning and felt like we're getting used to this new rhythm, our emotions stabilizing as we accept the new normal. Plus, there was an awesome thunderstorm (never happens here). Upon hearing the rumble of thunder and then checking sloweather.com/lightning, normally the most useless site ever for the above reason, I rushed outside with Bekah in tow. The storm stayed miles away, but we still saw the occasional flash of lightning and counted to around 10 before the rumbling was heard. Bekah pointed up to the clouds and exclaimed "airplane!" And then big drops started splattering everywhere and Bekah ran around with a huge grin on her face. I love thunderstorms.

Aside from the weather fun, we've been able to get Sadie into a feeding routine, and we bought some super cool bottles called "Dr. Brown's" that reduces her gassiness a ton. Cara has been sleeping well at night and sometimes even sneaks in an afternoon nap, essential since Lymphoma causes extreme exhaustion. I have no idea how she was able to live with this for the past three months while carrying around a 10 lb baby and still being productive. Crazy. The Oncologist hasn't called yet but we expect to hear something by early next week. We did however get Cara's medical reports and found out that the growth they removed from her neck was 4cm in diameter. We totally appreciate all the help and prayers from so many of you, enabling us to survive and even meet the challenges ahead with grace and hope. It's going to be a long road ahead, and we don't know what we'd do without our beloved family and friends!

8 comments:

Kristen Borland said...

we continue to pray. let us know if you ever need anything.

Jan Roberts said...

Thanks Keith & Cara for all your updates. I'm still trying to get access so I can add my comments. Just know we love you & pray for you daily. ~Auntie Jan & Uncle Ted~

hugmom said...

Keith and Cara-
My heart goes out to you and I lift you up to our faithful, loving Heavenly Father - trusting Him with you and for you. Know that your sweet family is being placed before His throne.
In Christ's Love,
Debbi Weeks

Joanie said...

Praying in earnest for you all.

I'm so sorry about the loss of breastfeeding. I was just thinking at Lisa's of what a natural you are at it.

See you soon!
Love,
Joanie

2Badgers said...

We are so proud of you both with the faith and ecstatic exuberance that you can embrace even in times of difficult paths ahead. So great to also see such a sweet picture of Bekah doing her "outside" activities as only she can do best. We enjoy every minute of being with you alland send continued prayers as we believe in God's purposes through it all...much love as ever!

Melissa. said...

Bekah is growing up so fast!! Man! It's great to see such an awesome attitude, guys. Keep it up and thanks for seeking God.

shari said...

we love you guys! i am so glad the Lord has given you hearts of strength and faithfulness! you are an encouragement to us and to everyone!

we will continue to pray for you and your sweet family.

THE WHITTINGTONS said...

it has been a long time since we've seen you. ran into terry yesterday and he told us you have a blog and have been going thru a lot. just wanted to let you know we're thinking about you and pray for the best for your family. blessings.