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Sunday, December 23, 2018

A Good MRI

My blogging break didn't last long. So many of you have faithfully prayed for us that I wanted to share some good news this time.

I have been concerned about the results from Ed's MRI since his ability to focus was declining, and his fatigue was increasing. He didn't feel as bad as in November, but the symptoms were worrisome.

But Ed's MRI this week was a huge improvement from his last one in November. The inflammation was decreased, and the tumor/scar tissue areas were much smaller. We haven't had an MRI this encouraging for many, many months. The new medication he started in November must be having the desired affect.

We are adjusting some of his medications in hopes that we can increase his focus and energy level. Once again I have to practice gratefulness for what I have instead of focusing on the losses. I try to enjoy today without worrying that next month's MRI could move in a worse direction. We try to find things we can do as a family with Ed's limited energy.


This afternoon, just for fun, we drove over to the Gettysburg Battlefield. We climbed some monuments, scrambled over rocks, and shared a winter picnic. We've had so many rainy days that even though it wasn't sunny, the day felt pleasant. 


Thanks again for your prayers. We couldn't walk this road without prayer.

"The Lord will give strength unto His people; the Lord will bless His people with peace." 
Psalm 29:11

21 comments:

  1. Praise Our Lord, such wonderful news! God gave you a gift for faithfulness for trusting in Him! We've been praying for renewed health and strength! What a joyous Christmas your family will have with such good news! Have a joyous Christmas and a blessed new year!

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  2. That is good news, Gina. Especially at Christmas. I wish you and your family God's richest blessings during the Christmas season and may 2019 bring lots of good news your way.

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  3. So grateful for you and continuing to pray for you family. Blessings on your Christmas!

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  4. What wonderful news, the improvement for Ed. Prayers work. Merry Christmas to you and your family, you are such an example of faith to me.

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  5. Such wonderful news, Gina! What a blessing! Continuing to pray for healing for Ed. There is nothing too hard for the Lord!

    Thanks for sharing this very good news. Have a truly blessed Christmas with your family!

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  6. Praising the Lord with you! Such wonderful news!! Merry Christmas to your family!

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  7. Rejoicing with you at this wonderful report!! Christmas blessings to you and your family, Ed & Gina!

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  8. Hurray!! That is very good news. Merry Christmas to your family.

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    1. Praise God for encouraging results! We continue praying for you all, may God keep you all in His care.

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  9. Praise God for good news! Merry Christmas to you and your family. God bless.

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  10. Thanks for sharing your happy news! God bless your Christmas and may He work His healing touch in Ed's body as you go forward with Him into 2019!

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  11. Almighty Father thank you for being with Gina and Ed and their family this Christmas.
    Please support them in their time of need and always. Amen.
    For Thou art my lamp, O Lord: and the Lord will lighten my darkness 2 Samuel 22:29

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    1. I am rejoicing with you this Christmas morning! Praise the Lord for answered prayer! I hope you have a blessed day.

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  12. Yayyyyy I'm so glad to read the MRI was better I keep you in my prayers and thoughts as does my church. Bless you Gina

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  13. Glory to the Lord for this good news! May your Christmas celebration be meaningful and sweet. Ever in our prayers.

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  14. Praise God for your encouraging news. We will pray that the next MRI is as good or better than this. To Him be the Glory! Merry Christmas.

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  15. So Thankful that in your troubles our Lord is there. Praying for your hubby and the family.

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  16. Wonderful news! I’m so, so glad to hear it. Thank you for the update!

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  17. So thankful you got a good report! Rejoicing with you!

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  18. Hi Gina,
    That is such wonderful blessed news. Praying that you all have a wonderful Christmas time.
    Blessings to you all
    shelley p
    from over the pond

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