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Post Surgery update
Dearest All,
Yesterday was a very difficult day in several ways. It became a good application of patience, faith and resolve. Even though everything becomes a “waiting game” here one way or another we got word of the OR coming to get Lauren-Ashley at about 11:30 a.m. We ended waiting in the OR for the Doctor to arrive from an outside appt. and then re-evaluating Lauren-Ashley because her eye swelling had gone down to half its size overnight from all the medicine – spiritually as well as naturally.
The need for surgery was clear and proceed we did. At 1:20p.m. I watched them wheel my precious, brave girl into the OR after many kisses and prayer. It wasn’t until 4:15p.m. I received a phone call on my cell phone from the surgical nurse at doctor’s request to let me know Lauren-Ashley was doing fine in surgery and they still had to finish and would be done in a while. It turned out to be 5 p.m. when Doctor Penn came to let me know what the results were. Lauren-Ashley was still not awake and the surgery lasted a little over 3 hours. Whew!!!!! it seemed like double that. Results:
-Very “Angry” tissue in there / and lots of it
-The abscess was lots of inflamed tissue
-Did not find the puss they thought they would/but infection is still there
-Some concern because of exposure to so many antbiotics the & the “bugs” becoming immune to medicine
-cleaned everything out
-took multiple tissue samples for testing (should be back in 2-3 days)
-went through next to the eye – looks great!!(put a small drain in until tomorrow)
-ophthalmologist came in at 8:30 p.m. last night and checked her eye function – O.K.and to asure me he watched some of the surgery film and x-rays and doctor was well away from occular muscles etc.
-Surgical team came in today to check swelling, drainage, and eye function and vision again – all seems fine – HALLELUJAH!!!!!
She will continue on all the & “big-gun” medications until the results come back from the lab. Right now all that is mandatory is for her to heal from this surgery and the infection to clear-up.
I continue to stand in the fullness of His grace and the truth of His word without wavering.
Amidst the storms, we have no other choice but to keep our face- full view- on Him, speak His word aloud,continue to rest in and be available for His will, and rest in Him.
Lauren-Ashley is resting alot now with all the pain meds etc. so I have some time for homework etc. She is enduring crippling pain in her head which should subside in a few days.
Thank you for continuing with us and I charge His Angels to watch over you and keep you.
Always with love and in Him,
Sherri
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Lauren,Sheri and family,
I’m keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Wow, I can’t believe how time has flown by Lauren Ashley is almost a woman and I still remember her as the little girl who liked deep fried ice cream and flan at casa. Take care and I miss you all!
Sherri Lynn and Lauren Ashley are loved so much by so many and even more so by OUR FATHER. HE must be up to HIS ears with prayers!!Ours are always there!
Our Love Always
John & Sally Young
My dearest Friend, How’s it going today? How did Lauren Ashley do last night, more rest, I hope. I am keeping you continually in prayer.
Fran
Dear Lauren Ashley and Sherri Lynn,
You are always in our thoughts and prayers. We stand in agreement with you for healing and restoration. We serve a Mighty God, and I’m proud to call you both sisters of mine in Christ.
Love always,
Melissa, Darrell, and Amanda
Dear Sherri and Lauren-Ashley, I hope last night was more restful and peaceful. God will bless you through all of this and Lauren also. I know it is difficult and I praise the Lord for the privilege of knowing and loving the both of you. Still thinking and praying for you.
All my love, Fran
Keeping you and Lauren in my thoughts and prayers.
Lauraine Cook
Thank you for the update. It sounds so difficult. I’m so glad that the Lord was with her helping her eye even before the surgery. I’m continueing to pray. I saw your Mom today & she told me about yesterday. I’m especially praying that Lauren’s head stop hurting. Love, Janet
Dear Sherri & Lauren Ashley Get well soon, my knees are hurting from all the praying! I told my guardian angel I would stay home so my Angel is coming to see you instead of staying with me. God bless you both, I know this has been a rough time and PRAISE the infection is healing and you will be getting better. God has not taken you this far, He has great plans for you, my sweetheart. I love you both.
Sherri, as your dear Lauren Ashley was in surgery, my church “Life Group” was meeting and we were holding her up in prayer. She has been on our prayer list since she returned to COH and she will stay there until God has completely healed her once again!! Thank God for the wonderful report. He is indeed an awesome God and He is the author and the finisher of our faith and we rely on Him solely for our very being. You are such a strong warrior, such a blessing to me as you stand so firm on His word and kick the enemy in the teeth. You rock, Sister!!! hugs, L and wags from Kismet, Nala and Gabbi
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Please hold us up!!!
Dearest All,
I started earlier today to write, but I was delayed for some pressing reasons that took me away from the computer, around the hospital to different testing areas and consults with several doctors. Lauren-Ashley was admitted on Friday morning at a regular clinic visit because of her eye swelling, being very red and her head pain was uncontrollable at home.
She was put on a “big gun” antibiotic which she started to respond to on Friday eve. and Sat. morn. but to my dismay was awakened Sun at 2 a.m. with pain that took over an hour to get under control and her eye swelled to an alarming size and was very red.
This morning her specialist Dr. Reed came in, scoped her nose, took samples, set-up another CT scan with contrast and scheduled her for an ophthalmologist consult. I was sent with her to several tests and had multiple doctors come see her. My concern this whole time has been the close proximity of this infection to her very important, sensitive and vital organs like the eyes, brain and her spinal fluid system. Dr. Rosenthal -as an oncologist- was extremely concerned about the secondary possibilities of leukemic cells presenting themselves in another form and showing up this way. After talking with him, I remained focused and still think is has all to do about her sinus compaction and infection spreading to the orbital area. After periferral blood tests (which are usually done just prior to surgery – I got the drift) At about 5:20 p.m. Dr. Reed showed up with pen and paper(conscent forms) in hand flanked by Lauren-Ashley’s nurse, turned on the light, and proceeded to tell us about our options.
Bottom line; Lauren-Ashley is facing emergency surgery sometime tomorrow and will have the sinus drained and an abscess which showed up on the CT scan located between her right tear duct and the bridge of her nose. Dr. Reed discussed at length the risks of surgery and not surgery -Surgery seemed the only option. We had to agree to two options of surgery- one being from the nose which is risky because of the severe swelling and the possibility of the spinal fluid being caused to leak ( is dangerous but shows up quickly and can be repaired.)The other is making an incision on the side of the nose and accessing it that way which can affect eye muscles, function and possibly vision- either way her eye most likely will be affected – or, as Lauren-Ashley puts it . . “…or so they say”.
I am choosing to believe God has put her in the right place with the people he has chosen her to touch and to touch her for His Glory!!! I am extremely relieved for this quick action on Dr. Rosenthal’s and Dr. Reed’s part and I trust their judgement and her steady hand.
..20 min later. . .
As I was writing this the ophthalmologist and Dr. Reed came in to test her eyesight prior to surgery for documentation and I feel even more confident in her capabilities. The other Doctor wanted me to know he has a granddaughter with the same type of infection and abcess in her eye and he is confident in Dr. Reed as well, especially since Lauren-Ashley needs more help fighting an infection now being immuno-supressed. It is with urgency they want to proceed with draining the abscess which is pushing the eye to the outside right. The OR has not given us
. . . 30 min later . . . . . . Dr. Ito just came in (infectious disease specialist) – hopefully the last for the day! He and his staff will take the culture from the drainage tomorrow and culture several samples. In about 2 days we will have a specific “culprit” – precautionarily, they are starting her on an anti-fungal medication tonight along with another “big gun” antibiotic Vancomycin and when something comes back they will stop whatever is unnecessary.
Please stand with us and continue to hold us up – we are both tired but she especially.
Love to all of you and I will update after surgery briefly to let you know how everything went and again when results are in.
Bless you all!
Always in Him,
Sherri
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Lauren, Sherri & Aaron – You continue to be in our thoughts and we appreciate the quality care you are receiving at COH. Love to you always!
Doris & Art
John and I pray daily for your angel. Our hearts are full of faith and trust in OUR FATHER. You all are so strong and brave. We love you dearly
Sally Young
I am still praying constantly, I am glad I did get on the web page because I had no idea what was going on. Has she had the surgery yet? Is this the last update? Or do I need to check further?
I love you and am praying for rest, comfort and peace.
Love you, Fran
We will all be praying for y’all. You’re very special and important people and I am fortunate to have been able to get to know all of you. Tell Lauren Ashley the Iceman is thinking of her.
Randy
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Sherri and Lauren Ashley–I continue to hold you both up in prayer. I especially will pray now for strength for both of you as you face the continuing battle, for easing of your pain, for the physicians’ wisdom as they plan the best course of treatment for LA, and also for peace for both of you and all of your family as you walk this journey together. Love, Carol
Dear Sherri,
I am heartbroken that Lauren has to go through so much just to be a regular kid.My thoughts and prayers are always with you. Love, Diane
I have prayed for you Lauren-Ashley – I know that you have been fighting Leukemia for many years now – I remember when it was first discovered and announced at Westside Church of Christ. The Lord… Will always be with you – Will always provide for you – Will always protect you – Your attitude and strength in the Lord are such an inspiration – May you always remain faithful – Debbie Cook (I’ve known your family…. well, as long as I can remember)
My heart breaks for you everytime I read about another set back. Lauren Ashley you have more courage to battle thru this than anyone I have ever known, and you truly inspire me with your positive attitude. This is just another battle in the war you’re fighting, and you’ll win this one too. Just wanted to let you know that even though I don’t post much, me and Aimee are constantly thinking about and praying hard for you guys. We love you!
Hi girls,
We are here praying for you always. Keep us posted.
love you guys, misty and family
Sherri … I’m standing with both of you in the strong name of Jesus! love, Liz
WE’ll be praying for you all…
You know God is in control xxxxx
Love you
We are in agreement with you…where two or more agree as ANYTHING they ask Father, He will give it! Our love and prayers are with you both!
Love, Pastor Sylvia
Lauren Ashley & Sherri,
I am so sorry to hear that this eye infection has taken such a hold on the eye and sinus area. I will definitely be praying for God’s healing hands to be with the doctors and staff as well as give both of you continued strength. Feel my hugs, love and prayers, Kathy
Stay Focused my little girl , you are in the best of care & I wish I could be there for you & mom…everythings gonna be all right !!! I love you a bunch and take good care of mom Dad
I am honored to stand with you believing for His covering, Lauren’s quick recovery & her complete healing. Love, Janet
PS. Also, strength & rest for both of you.
Sherri & Lauren-Ashley;
You are being lifted up by a team of prayer warriors who are vigilent and focused on asking for His wisdom and discernment be layed upon the Drs hands right now and continuing through the surgury tomorrow. We stand beside you to hold you up and be the wind beneath your wings so that although you may be weary you will not faint.
You both are troupers! We love you and know that the next update will be a report full of praise and blessings!
Please tell your little warrior princess that this week our run will be for her and my team is honored and blessed to honor her!
We love you!
Rebecca & Rich
Sherri we are praying, and sighing for you guys! It sounds like the doctors are on top of it. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. In the morning when I jog and right now I am beseeching God on her behalf. We love you guys. Mark and Donna
Dear Sherri and Lauren- Ashley,
Wow, I so feel for you both. WE know that Lauren-Ashley is in the best of hands, COH & God.
I will be praying and holding you both up, now, tomorrow and always.
Stay strong Sherri, my arms are around you.
Love and hope,
Ruthie
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Continuing on……
Dearest All,
Just a note to let you know we finished chemo on Friday for the second round. This week was particularly hard for her and the chemo seemed to make her a little weaker and more nauseous but it was taken care of with meds that helped her through it. She had developed a sinus impaction in her ethmoid sinuses and it is extremely painful. The left eye weeps, is a little swollen and the pain is almost incapacitating. She is on heavy pain meds as well as a decongestion regimen and antibiotics. She cries a lot the last few days because of pain- so please keep her in your prayers concerning the clearing of this issue.
We will be going to COH every couple days for blood checks to support her with blood and platelets etc… The nose bleeds are under control and just about gone just really dealing with the rest of the treatment issues and results. Her donor has begun his process for donation of the Lymphocytes, and she will probably receive those after the next round of chemo starting on the 12th of October. He has been ready and willing to do what he can since the first update! What a blessing Brian is to us all and this particular phase of our journey is really an interesting one. This treatment is really experimental and if the results continue to be great with Lauren-Ashley like they were with another woman who received it I am sure it will help and save even more lives later on!! What a blessing she can be even in this most uncomfortable and difficult time. We were talking about that and Lauren-Ashley said she is really happy to help in any way, she just wishes it would “hurry up”and be done with – I can’t say that I blame her for that one! She is such a trooper and remains strong in mind and purpose.
Love to all of you,
Sherri
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Lauren we miss you, but keep you faithfully in our prayers and our hearts. God has a work in you that I truly believe he hasn’t begun to tap into, so stay strong in faith and in spirit. Your story alone will change lives…..my heart continues to keep you close.
Thank you for the update. Loren is always in our prayers. We have no doubt that she rests in the arms of Our JESUS.
Our love and prayers are with you always.
John & Sally Young
Got your update and I am keeping Lauren-Ashley in my prayers for her sinus impaction. Seems like one never knows what new problem will arise once on chemotherapy. She really is a trooper. Sending love, Sharon
You guys are such inspirations to us all! We love you and can’t wait for it to be done also! Mark and Donna
Sherri and Lauren Ashley, I continue as always to keep you in my prayers and especially to get you through this latest challenge with excellent results so that you can get back to having fun. Love always, Kathy
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Walking through in obedience
Dearest All,
I have waited until now thinking I would have more of a detailed plan to let you know about but only found out that it is an “as we go” type of plan.
We got through the antibiotic allergic reaction nightmare, chemo went very well and we came home on the 3rd. It was evident that Lauren-Ashley has had treatment because of her fatigue and lack of energy. It was extremely good for her NOT to be in the hospital for weeks on end as before and to “recover” at home. It was a little unnerving for me though thinking of and preventing exposure, watching for fevers etc… something I felt protected from inside the hospital. We also have had to travel every 2 -3 days to City of Hope for blood checks and possible infusion of platelets, blood and anything else she might have and did need. During the second infusion of blood we discovered she had developed positive antibodies from all the past 7 years of infusions and needs to be pretreated not only with benadryl and tylenol but hydrocortizone as well. It was quite the adventure having to stop for benadryl at WalMart on the way home talking to the doctor at City of Hope while watching Lauren-Ashley itch almost uncontrolably and develop hives everywhere – more fun than we originally signed up for! Everything was pretty uneventful this past weekend – Thank God!!!!!!!!
Monday was a doctor’s appt. at COH when we were told of a similar case with a female adult who was having tremendous success with an added agent to her therapy. The doctors for adults and Dr. Rosenthal always confer and discuss their cases to develop correlations and/or develop any new procedures that may be of significant help. He put her on Valpronic Acid tablets which are to help aide the Chemo by “cracking the perverbial cancer shell” prior to chemo administration. It seems to be a real asset to this type of chemo and is working very well at doing its job for the other patient. They fell this is the right path to take for Lauren-Ashley and I agreed. In addition to this he gave her antibiotics for her sinuses which have been bothering her badly and because of her system being lacking, it has been harder for her body to fight on its own. I am encouraged by this new course of events and we will be going in a week early (Monday) for the next round of chemo. We are not going to be in the hospital but go in daily for infusion of hydration and the chemo which should last about 4 hours- YEA!. This is much more acceptable to Lauren-Ashley and relieving since we will be staying with Mom and Dad in Glendale for the five days. I will just travel back to Bakersfield on Wednesday for my Nursing Fundamentals class in the evening and she will have a break seeing her nephew, dad , brother and sister for a few hours if she is not too tired.
I am humbled by God’s goodness, kindness and mercy to us and as I watched an encouraging sermon the other day, I received a jolt in my Spirit and a boost in my faith with joy unspeakable.
I know God is a faithful God!
He is in complete control!
I am fully persuaded He can do the impossible!
I will NOT waiver because God will do what He promised!
He would have not put the promise in my heart if He was not going to do it!
We serve a supernatural God!I will NOT consider these circumstances BUT I will consider how Big God it and HIS laws supercede natural ones!
God wIll restore health to Lauren-Ashley and I believe it!
Please continue to stand with us and believe the power of the most high God will continue to breath health and healing into Lauren-Ashley!
With all my Love and Thanks!
Always in Him,
Sherri
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hey girls,
just wanted to let you know have been thinking alot about you lately, and you are in my daily prayers…all my love and strength to you both
Jan-ne
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Continue with us!
Posted Aug 29, 2009 1:08amDearest All,
I sit here glancing over the top of my laptop seeing our girl resting peacefully after an exhausting week. After being picked up at Ronald McDonald house on Saturday afternoon we headed home. Daniel and his fiance’ Tara accompanied me to welcome her home. She looked tired but had a wonderful time camping, horsebackriding,cooking,campfires,fishing, archery and Indian crafts. Sunday, she started having pain in her lower right pelvic region which became unbearable by 5 p.m. I took her to the Kaiser facility here in town and they proceeded to direct us to the emergency room at San Joaquin Community Hospital- thinkin of an appendix issue. We were there all night with visits from Aaron, Nicole, Daniel and Tara. It proved to be an extremely long evening and even longer Monday. Her blood was critically low and they admitted us into pediatrics. By 8a.m., I contacted Dr. Rosenthal at City of Hope on my cell phone as the Kaiser Pediatrician and the Surgeon walked in the door telling that they had left a message for Dr. R., I asked if they wanted to speak to him on my phone. I was given the nod of approval and the plan was put in motion. We were headed to City of Hope at Dr. R’s request – immediately. Lauren-Ashley had been on IV medication and pain medication and required an Ambulance transport accompanied by a nurse. We were on our way about 4 p.m. and I followed behind packed and ready to go.
As we arrived at COH we were met by Doctors, Nurses who quickly took care of her and followed Dr’s orders. We beded down for the night about 1a.m.
and peace filled the room – we were where we were supposed to be! Amidst xrays,blood draws, morphine and antibiotics and even enduring an accidental IV displacement (CSI crime scene if ever I saw one!!) we had full confidence in God’s power and His hand guiding the Doctor’s decisions and actions. Tuesday brought it’s own issues and developments when the results of a blood culture test came in showing a bacterial infection and she was given heavy doses of antibiotics which caused severe muscle pain and a rash all over her body. Good news though – the pain in her side was not her appendix but the infection which was caused by a very common bacteria which became deadly because of her low immune system – it is now gone. This morning (Friday) she had a central line placed in her chest to be able to administer any medications needed and to be able to take blood with ease – by this time she was so glad to have surgery because she felt like a pin cushion and just about looked like one. The Dr. decided to remove all antibiotics and replace it with one which will hopefully give her some relief from the pain and rash. The last bone marrow aspiration came back the same as the other with only suspect baby cells. The only thing for certain is that she has a bone marrow problem which is diminishing her marrow and production. Not wanting to “wait and see” any kind of explosion, Dr. has a plan for Chemotherapy treatment which will start imediately for 5 days with 4 weeks off. Pray for her protection during this time and the shocking of the good cells to reproduce and fill her marrow, and her being able to tolerate this treatment well.(and if I let her ask she would like to keep her hair as well). That afore mentioned cell isssue is the pricipal along with the destruction of the replication of any other type of lacking cells. We will come back at the end of the “off” time for another 5 days and 4 weeks off and at that time an infusion of donor leukocytes need to be infused to produce a graft vs. host reaction which will ensure destruction of any leukemia cells and ensure protection for her. This process is nothing like a transplant because all we need is the donors blood, they will extract the leukocytes from that and the process will continue until the desired result in achieved. IF by any chance this happens to completely destroy her marrow Dr. told me that because of her donors amount of marrow collected in 2005, and the abundance of it, they saved it and we would use what we had- what a miracle!!!! So, for the most part we are covered for now (except for current leuk-blood cells and COH is handling that aspect of it.) So o o o , keep our girl in your prayers for strength, peace, rest and daily rejuvination. The visits from family and friends lighten her and provide her with support along with the many prayers rising into the heavens and in earth which protect her during this process of healing. I am ever so grateful for the steadfast faithfulness of all of you concerning us and cannot express appropriately how much each and everyone of you mean to us. Please keep praying specifically concerning her tolerating treatment well, sleeping properly, her organs remaining strong and her marrow and cells responding properly and aligning with the word of God.
As I woke yesterday I was given a word and I think all of you should hear it ,be blessed and encouraged as I am.
The Lord said to Moses, I WILL ALSO DO THIS THING OF WHICH YOU HAVE SPOKEN; for you have found favor in my sight and I have known you by name.” Exodus 33:17
Loved ones, always Praise Him for who He is in His His majesty, and for His continued goodness concerning us.
Love always in Him and blessings to each and everyone of you,
Sherri
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Hi, You are in my thoughts and prayers and I just wanted to say hello. Do you still have the little dogs???
Sherri and Lauren Ashley,
I jsut wanted to pop in and say hello and let you know that you are both in mine and Nicole’s prayer and thoughts. We love you guys and can’t wait to see you. Misty
Sherri,
Please tell Lauren Ashley that I will keep her in my prayers continually and to let her know how special she is to me and to Howard. He may not be here with skin on him, but he keeps watch over those he was close to here and I am sure he is there with her. His realm is not so far away, just different from ours.
I am so sorry that she has to go through any of this again but she is in the best hands possible. I know how much of a pain the process is from being next door to her and with Howard, but she’s already beat it once and I feel confident that the Lord is not done with his purposes for Miss Lauren Ashley yet.He has big plans for this girl…Sharon
Dear Lauren Ashley,
We want you to know your cousins, Bill and Catherine, Hannah, Elizabeth, Rebekah and Lily in Northern Virginia are praying for you and we love you!
Dear Sherri,
This is Michelle from uturn. Please let Lauren know that she is continually in our prayers and our hearts. We miss her and love her.
Dear Sherrilynn and Lauren
I am glad Lauren got to have fun at camp. but am so sorry to hear about her blood problems.If you need any blood donations, please advise and Les and I will gladly be available. Love, Diane
Sherri,
The body takes many months to fully recover. Here in Houston’s Texas Children we have seen many children having a relapse. I have noted that this children were rapidly trying to do things like normal children. Their little bodies were not ready to be expose to the real world. I feel guilty because our daughter is kept mostly inside. Should I as a parent allow her to attend school. I went to the school and talked to the nurse, she told me that many children in school attend classes sick > a risk I did not want to take. My daughter has to take more vaccinations to enter school > another reason not to attend.
We pray constantly for the welfare of my child as well as all those children which are in this journey. God will help us,wandering in the desert like Moses’s people. Waiting for the child to be cure,life forever alter by this situation. We carry this cross like you and like Christ we must until the end. God gave us our children and we must be there close to them. God in our prayers,for life is but a blink of time.
We pray everyday,every hour and hope that God will hear our pleads and give us another day of hope. We pray for your child and many other children traveling the same path of life. May God guide the doctors to find a cure and heal our children. God bless you and family.
We love you and are continuing our prayers for Lauren. We will see you soon.We are so uplifted by your faith and courage always. Love you guys. Mark and Donna.
Got this report, dear one… We’re still praying for the miracle healing!! Love to each of you… Aunt Jane and the Z family
Please visit Lauren Ashley’s website if you would like to help… http://www.laurenashleymorton.com
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CONTINUE TO STAND
Posted Aug 20, 2009 8:51pm
Dearest All,
We went to City of Hope on Wednesday the 12th, and Lauren-Ashley had her bone marrow aspiration. After taking her blood and running a panel, her platelets were dangerously low and she also needed red blood. It was a long and difficult day for her but we tried to see the humor in it anyway as she always does. Waiting for the results has been extremely difficult for all of us and she really has been concerned. Doctor did not see anything conclusive by the time we left, and only was able to talk to me on the following Tuesday. The blood showed no leukemic cells in the blood but the marrow was “empty” and unable to render enough cells to be tested. It was a little unnerving because I watched the procedure and there was plenty of marrow being aspired but on a celular level not so much. The small cells present are kind of in limbo, not knowing how to differentiate. The doctor was concerned about this being a sort of pre curser to a full blown over take by her own cells against the donor cells. Her engraftment sudy showed 93% donor and 7% her cells as it has for the last 4 years. It was a little confusing to everyone. The Doctor does not want to take a chance and treat her with support and just do nothing waiting and has suggested a treatment plan to “sort of” shock the little cells into differentiating properly while at the same time being able to prevent any cancer cells present from multiplying by killing their ability to replicate. After that donor lymphatic cells would be infused to help fight anything and create a graft vs. host reaction to keep her cells in check. Before anything, he wants to do another bone marrow aspiration.
On the day of the aspiratin, Lauren-Ashley was concerned about not being able to go to Camp Ronald McDonald on Sunday for a week so they wanted to make sure she had enough support(blood and platelets) for her to be able to do so. She was sore, but off she went to camp to have lots of fun, teepee camp, archery, horseback riding, cooking, crafts and swimming. Tuesday evening I got a call from the camp saying they were bringing her to City of Hope at Doctor’s request because of bloody noses and some peteciae on her lower legs and a few spots on her arms which would normally indicate (in her case) low platelets. I jumped in the car and headed down there. Her oldest and youngest brothers, who were in the Santa Monica area, headed over to meet her there also. When I arrived, an I.V was started, blood was taken and sure enough she was back down to 15,000. Platelets were ordered and administered bringing her back up to 116,000. The camp director, camp nurse and her cabin counselor all cheered and wanted to go back to camp to finish having more fun with her – which they did. She is an amazing young girl and shows her strength and resolve in these situations. While at COH, she and I talked a little about what the doctor said and about how she was already sick of being poked so much. Most likely she will have a portacathe put in sometime to help eliminate all the pain, stress and anxiety that accompanies these types of visits or emergencies. Please pray for her peace, strength and protection. Please keep the options presented in your prayers also. Keep the Doctors and their decisions under the blood and pray God continue to guide them concerning her. I will try to update again as soon as any decisions are made – most likely this week sometime.
Always in Him,
Sherri
p.s. Thank you all for the encouragement, prayers, and strength you send. She is older and “wiser” now and really loves to read all the messages. Just knowing all of you are supporting her helps her so much. She has been so sad these days and please pray she is filled with the joy of the Lord she usually exudes, and that it truely become her strength.
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Sherri & Lauren-ashley,
Prayers, thoughts and tons of hugs, (if it were possible to send hugs… there would be a truck load for sure) are sent your way. So glad to hear the good reports of the infection being gone, as well as having plenty of “back up juice” if needed. You’re right Sherri, God definately knows her name, (and yours), and has used it many times to show people of His power, mercy and grace. I pray God’s peace and joy be poured out. (And for a swift kick in the enemies butt. =] ) Do you have a skype account since you have access to the web? Would love to see your face… or I could just drive to COH when it’s okay for visits.
but… before I go…….
I couldn’t help but notice …. =]
I just want to make sure I get this right…..
Lauren; you went to McDonalds?
and THEN got sick…. =/
Pretty sure their food isn’t THAT healthy for you girlfriend!!! =]
They even made a movie on it! =]
You should try stuff from Fresh Choice, ya know, get green and go organic in the future!!!
No more ‘super size fries’
stuff ain’t good for ya!!!
haha
(glad you were able to have some fun at camp!!)
Luv to you both
(\/\ichelle
hang in there guys, our thoughts and prayers are with you as always, just a little more frequent (about every ten minutes, vs every 15). please let us know if you need anything. love Jan Wes Jennifer and Bryan
We are standing with you that she will NEVER have to go that way again! Blessings to you and His Peace that passes human understanding!
Love, Pastors Lack
Lauren-Ashley, I will continue to keep you in my prayers for your courage, strength, peace and protection. Our God is an Awesome God and He that is in you is greater than he that is in the world. But you know that already. Just keep being the special girl that you are and hang in there. There should be a party when this is over and I hope to be invited. You are a blessing to many…..Sharon
Hey girl – Know that you and your Mom are continually in my prayers. This is just a ploy by that hateful low-down Satan to try to steal your joy and get you down. You just kick him in the butt the way you have always done and keep on keeping on. I’m praying for and expecting a good report. Hope to get together for lunch and spend some good quality time together next time I’m in Bakersfield. Love your friend in Idaho ~ Amelia
for Shari & Lauren Ashley
We are praying so hard for you to have peace and courage and strength in the days ahead. With Our father’s help this to will pass in His Glory.
John & Sally Young
Lauren-Ashley and Sherri
You are so loved and prayed over daily; take great comfort and hope that He is in full control as we pray those hedges of peace, strength and protection over you! Thank you for the update and I continue to be blown away by your tenacity young lady; you refuse to quit and that makes you 100% a WINNER. How awesome are you!
Love you guys and please keep us posted!!! We continue to fight the fight here on the east coast to cure cancers once and for ALL.
Hugs,
Rebecca & Rich
Sherri,
You let Lauren-Ashley know that I am looking forward to seeing her at the Make A Wish Christmas Party, and having her tell me all about camp and the fun things she did. We’ll be praying for her and the rest of the family too.
Randy, Donya and all the gang at Walker Racing Enterprises
Sherri,
Thank you so much for the update. I found myself racing through your message with my heart pounding — so glad Lauren-Ashley doesn’t have the worst-case scenario. I can only begin to imagine what a roller coaster of emotions you all face living in the shadow of leukemia. We will definitely keep praying for God to grace her and your family with strength and health and for the doctors to have wisdom as they proceed. Sure love you guys and appreciate being included in all of your updates.
Blessings,
Audry and the Adams clan
Lauren Ashley, Rarely a day passes without you, family and loved ones in my prayers and thoughts. We love you and we will be with you in prayer and service to our almighty God the father. Love always, Brion O.
Dear Sherri and Lauren-Ashley,
I have been saying my prayers and holding my breath waiting to get this update. I know that Lauren- Ashley is under the best of care w/ Dr. Rosenthal and the wonderful people at City of Hope. We send you all love and prayers, strength and hope.
Love,
Ruthie James and Family
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Time to band together once more
Dearest all,
During the last 18 months I felt it necessary to concentrate on Lauren-Ashley’s schooling as well as my own and our family. I come with many great and cherished memories over the last 18 monts of watching our precious girl grow (literally – she is now just a smidge over 5 feet tall, wears a size 8 shoe, has beautiful dark brown long hair with bangs, sports her own
style in clothes and shoes ( from converse to wedgies), not to mention a little makeup for her beautiful brown eyes and some lip gloss. She has stood by her oldest brother at his wedding and welcomed the most wonderful nephew who adores her most times over any of us except mom and dad – and to hear them tell it – including them. She continues to develop great relationships
with her brothers, new sister and future sisters and never can get enough of them. She has thrived working out at CALM with all “her animals” , loves her youth group, children’s church position and has even considered joining the church’s hip-hop group ( go-figure). She continues to develope her relationship with God and knows He has a plan for her. She spends time with and cherishes her friends,family and her animals. She has attended Christian cocerts, learned sign language, go
t a “paisley” custom painted beach bike, skateboarded, swam, played basketball and given her oldest brother foot massages ( for money of course ). She attended holiday parties, enjoyed family gatherings and Oh, did I mention adores her nephew? She has just been enjoying each and every day to its fullest which also included her first driving lesson in her brother’s huge diesel 25
0 extra-cab truck -one in which I need a stepladder to get into. We have had a wonderful summer and have been preparing for this years school schedule. When squeezing the last bit of summer in fatigue had set in a little more than usual – so to ma
ke a longer story shorter, we had to repeat some regular bloodwork which came back abnormal. We are stunned because we have had over 4 years of great reports. Tomorrow we will be having a bone marrow aspiration and LP to determine if
it is virus or something else. Please hold her up and I will update tomorrow when we know more.
All my love and gratitude,
Sherri
P.S.
Enjoy the new and most recent pictures – our girl is growing up!!!! . . . . . speaking of pictures!!!!!!!!!! Lauren-Ashley got a wonderful oportunity to be an extra in “My Sister’s Keeper” – and She didn’t end up on the cutting room floor!!!!! We attended a private screening prior to it being released and there she was sitting at a table talking during the Prom scene!!!- If you get to see it she is on the right lower hand side behind the main characters dancing in a beautiful g
reen dress.
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You are the best daughter a dad could ask for . Your strength and resolve is an inspiration to every one your life touches, and it has touched many worldwide. Continue in your faith and know that this is just another bump in your journey. There is nothing you cannot accomplish once you set your mind to it…Keep your eyes on yhe Lord no matter what, LOVE DAD
holding you all in thoughts and prayers…xavier needs his auntie so hang tough girls – ready to do WHATEVER is needed..love you sis Jan, Wes Jen and Bryan
My dearest Sherri and Lauren,
As always you both are in my prayers. I know God will take care of this as well. I miss you so much. Call me sometime.
All my heart and prayers.
Love, Aunt Karen
Thinking about you Lauren and hope you are doing OK. We know you are an amazing young lady and hope the outcome of these tests are good. Loving thoughts coming your way from Utah. Love Aunt Doris and Uncle Arthur
We can’t stop thinking about you and praying that everything will be fine. We love you, Uncle Mark and Aunt Donna
Hey you guys. I hope everything turns out for the best. We continually think of you all up here in Oregon and hope that one day you will be able to see it, until then you will be in our thoughts. Keep smiling even when things look down, there is always something to smile about. Don’t take any wooden nickles. love- chrisie
Oh Shari! Our prayers are always with Lauren -Ashley and you and your family!
Our LOVE to you always
Sally & John Young
Oh Shari!! what a shock! Our prayers will continue always for Lauren-Ashley and You and your family. Please keep us up to date.
OK girls!!! You know that Aunt Liz is standing strong with you … I am hear to walk the walk again … we did this before as we united in prayer and God is still the same yesterday, today and tomorrow. The battle is HIs and not ours … we will simply STAND in His majestic name and with His power!!!! BIGGEST of hugs, Liz
I will continue to lift you and your entire family up in prayer, as I have done for several years now, Lauren Ashley. And most especially this week, I will pray for a good outcome.
With love and prayers,
Carol O’Rourke
There are many things we all experience in life some good some bad. They all have something to learn and grow from. The past 7 years has been an interesting one. Not only dificult but enlightning. Having a sister that is so easy to enjoy on a regular basis is unheard of!! Kinda odd 🙂 Thank you for teaching me unconditional love Lauren Ashley. No brother could ask for anything more. I’ll always love you girl. You mean the world to me. Mom so strong you are. No child is as fortunate as we children are to have such a warrior behind us evey second of every day. Truly blessed is the only way I can put it. Thank you for teaching us to be god fearing men and women. Love you mama.
We hope and pray for the best outcome.
Diane and Les
Lauren Ashley continues to be in my prayers but more so for a good outcome tomorrow. May God be with you always. Love & Hugs, Kathy
With hope and prayers to you all, the sweetest family. Please be strong and know we walk with you and LOVE you. Ruthie James and Family
Sheri,
We will definitely be holding Lauren-Ashley up in prayer. May God give you all his peace and a very real sense of his presence to hold your hearts fast.
Love,
Jim and Audry
Sherri,
My daughter had AML and it has been 7 months now with great blood results. We live with fear of a occurrence of AML. I understand your emotional stress and we pray that God will make Lauren-Ashley well. We will keep praying for all the children that travel this path.May God bless you and your family.
I am praying for her……..good luck tomorrow with the tests!
I am praying for you now as I read this. God is with you.
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Since I posted last there has been a tremendous amount of care given to Lauren-Ashley to manage her fevers and get her to a place where she could feel a little better.We also have been waiting for her counts to start moving upward and have been given a tremendous amount of information regarding her condition and the plan for her.
You will be happy to know as I write this to you she is happily playing on her computer in the hospital room.
When our doctor’s associate came in on Friday to examine Lauren-Ashley, I told her of a spot on the left side of her head that had been sore all week and presented itself Thurs. night as a dime size,pink and raised bump.It hurt enough she would not let anyone touch it. After her regular exam the doctor took me outside.She then
proceeded to tell me her counts had begun to move upward. Despite the chemo, “blast” cells (Leukemia or small overproductive baby cells) were also there. My stomach had a knot in it as I cried out to the Lord in my spirit. As she went on her explanation of the bump on her head was not much better. It was a high possibility the leukemia cells were starting to form tumors – I felt so very weak at that moment.
I went back into the room met with my daughter saying”What is it mommy?” I hugged her and and tried to explain some of the information to her as a 10 year old. We prayed together and when we were done she was calm and said”well, I know it will be alright” – When she asked about the bump I told her exactly what the doctor said and she exclaimed”YEA, RIGHT!” and she chuckled. I however,”being the adult” knew we needed to address it immediately.
Before the doctor had come in we were about to have communion together – so we did.We read the word, God’s promises to us and renewed our commitment to Him. We began to sing and worship Him for who He is and what He did for us and was continuing to do.
As Lauren-Ashley slept that night I turned up Terry McCullum’s CD that had been playing ever so low for weeks non-stop, annointed her with oil and prayed by her bedside.
We had a very peaceful night-
In the morning,as we woke ,God was faithful – as always!
Jehovah Rapha had manifested Himself and the bump and redness were completely gone and the soreness left over the course of the day. HALLELUJAH!
God has continually reminded us of His instruction to “walk through” and as we continue, He continues to manifest Himself as the loving,caring,and merciful God and Father He is in every aspect of our lives.
God’s Glory will continue in this situation!
Easter Sunday was a precious day for us filled with friends and family calls and visits – and even the Easter bunny.
Monday morning our Doctor came in with his team and our path is clear.
We are moving toward a second transplant – the search has begun.
Lauren-Ashley will get a break at home when her counts are higher before her next round of medications(chemo) to reduce the leukemia cells. They need to be less than 5% – the lower the better
The next medications she will get specifically target the thicker outer protein wall around the leukemia cell itself. One softens it enabeling the other to “plug” into the cells outer wall ,suffocate and destroy it.No radiation this time and we will be able to proceed with the transplant.
When the doctor left Lauren-Ashley had to absorb and process this information which she did rather well I might add. It took her about 15-20 minutes to cry and talk about it with me after we prayed and held each other she moved quickly through the grief cycle and ended by planning who was going to babysit her mouse and how Dad was going to smuggle our dogs to see her when she is out of isolation.
I was so very proud of her bravery and ability to see herself through it already.
Please continue to pray for 1. her physical,emotional and mental strength 2.complete destruction of bad cells and 3. a perfect transplant match
God bless and keep you all
Sherri
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Expecting more miracles
Thankyou for all your prayers!
I appreciate your standing with us and can’t wait to continue with our miracle update. I will gladly give Lauren-Ashley a hug and send your love to all.
God Bless,
Sherri
Can’t wait to come home and see you!
Thankyou for your faithfulness and prayers!
They are much appreciated and needed. I believe God has given you to us and am so thankful to Him for our friendship.
I love you!
Sherri Lynn
Give those girls a hug for us
I’m sure Lauren-Ashley will be so thankful for your prayers and faithfulness. We sure love you guys and can’t wait to get well and possibly come to visit.
Thankyou Aunt Donna for your communication and encouragement
I love you
Sherri
just wanted to say hi
Lauren,
Im so glad to hear you had a good easter and that things are getting better for you both. Malakai wore his first suit on easter and he looked so handsome. I hope that you can meet him soon I know that he will love you as much as I do. Your still in my prayers and thoughts everyday. Take care and God bless.
Love,
Katrecia & Malakai
thank you
Thank you for your prayer for my exam. I don’t feel that it was important enough for you to pray for with all that you are going through and it makes me feel humbled. Thank you. I did OK and hope that I passed.
I hear that my dad dropped by the hospital and prayed with Lauren. I’m sorry that he didn’t get a chance to pray with you, but I’m sure that was God’s plan. Your Mom told me about it. I haven’t talked to him yet.
We are praying that you find the perfect donor for Lauren.
Love, Janet
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Dear Lauren,
I am guardian to my daughter Denise’s two girls. Angelina (I call her Gina) shes 5yrs. and Alyssa (I call her Lucy, because she is crazy like Lucille Ball the comedian) shes 3yrs. I was sitting in my office reading your care page your mom wrote. I told the girls about you. Gina wanted to say a prayer for you. She asked Heavenly Father to make you better so you can go home to be with your mama. She said she will keep you in her personal prayers always, as we all will. You stay strong Baby.
I love you,
Auntie Donna
goodnight, sweetdreams
we are standing with you always we all love you.thank you for the up date. sweet dreams lauren stay strong stand on his word i do all the time for you babe keep smiling we well see you though it all . sherri love you soooooooooooooooooooooooo much xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxo love david suzette,the bunch god bless you both
Hi Sherri
I read your updated newspage and can’t beleive all you and Lauren have been going through.I miss you alot. I finally got a professional haircut and had it frosted.Looks ok.I always think about you and Lauren and pray for her in my own way.
Love
Diane
Miracles and Blessings
Hi Lauren-Ashley and Sherri,
I am happy to hear you had a joyous Easter. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers constantly. At church on Sunday, so many people came up to me and asked me about you. I told them how brave you are and how your faith carries you both through every moment of every day. What a miracle and a blessing to discover that the bump on Lauren’s head disappeared in a day! It is such a joy to share these victories, as we continue to pray for the strength of all of you and for continued blessings as you continue along this difficult journey.
Thank you so much for taking the time to keep us updated, and thank you for sharing the photos too. Please give Lauren-Ashley a hug for me and send my love to your Mom and Dad, Sherri. My family, as well as our church family, continues thinking about you and praying for all of you. Stand strong.
Lots of love,
Carol
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It’s been extremely busy since my last post!
Clinic on Friday lasted from 1:30 until 6:30.
Lauren-Ashley received platelets and had cultures taken along with all the usual bloodwork.
She also was checked for pain in her right side just below her armpit.
No sooner did we get back to my Mom and Dad’s , her pain seemed to increase and presented itself in her right hip also/thought to be related to the GCSF shot she received.
By 8pm we were on our way to COH. She was experiencing enough pain to make her cry and unable to get comfortable.
The doctor gave her some Tyl/Cod which helped relax her and we were on our way back to Glendale because there was no fever.
Saturday morning she became listless, pale and shakey on her feet -no fever
By 1:30 she had a fever of 102+ . I packed the car and off we went to COH where she was evaluated and admitted. They took more blood cultures and started antibiotics.
The fever bounced between 101 and 104 Sat eve.- Sunday – Monday a.m.
Monday evening and through today she has had no fever-Glory to God! and her spirits and good – she is truely a great kid!
She currently is on 3 different broad based antibiotics(very strong)
to protect her .
She did however this morning have severe pain in her side again.
We are watching her very closely for ZOSTER Virus flair-up (chicken pox)As her immune system is very suseptible to it since she had it in Nov.
Dr. Rosenthal said we are “here” until her counts come up to a safe level – Another Easter Sunday at COH!
Neutropenia (0-low counts) is a condition that generally always presents fevers the longer you have it.It’s not IF you get a fever it’s WHEN. The “bugs” we don’t even know you and I fight every day with a healthy immune system could be fatal to Lauren-Ashley right now without antibiotics.
After her counts are up she will have another bone marrow aspiration,at which time we will find out if it is 100% donor cells or not.
If so, we go with a protocal similar to our post transplant “life” plus some.
If not, we move toward a second transplant and all that entails.
I hold fast to God’s promises for Lauren-
Ashley and the Hope for a future full of God’s presence and blessing in her life..
Until later ,
Sherri
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Can’t wait to come home to see you and Tiff too!
She will surely smile when she reads this – I sure did
I love you guys and miss you
Hopefully we will be home soon for a week or two before the next round
Keep standing with us!
We love you
Sherri Lynn
Thankyou!
Dearest Davida
Thankyou for your uplifting note
We appreciate it so much and especially because it is sent with your love and prayers.
Keep standing with us!
Sherri and Lauren-Ashley
Hi Auntie!
Donna
I’s sure Lauren-Ashley will smile when I read this to her
We love you and thankyou for standing with us!
Much love
Sherri
Thinking of you from the US
Thankyou for your thoughts and prayers!
Lauren-Ashley will be thrilled to read this from London.
She does want to go to Europe some day and see all the historical sites and countryside.
Much love and blessings sent to all of you!
Lauren-Ashley’s Mum
Sherri
We love you
We miss being able to just stop by
Hopefully we can on our way home soon
Talk to you guys later
We love you!
Sis
Thankyou
Thankyou for all the prayers
Hope to be home for a week or so soon
Much love to your mom and grandmother for us!
God Bless you back
Sherri and Lauren-Ashley
We love you back!
It was so great to be able to read your note-I’m sure Lauren-
Ashley will be thrilled to read it too!
Things seem to calming down here a bit and we probably will be able to see you soon before we have to come back.
Lots of love and lots of hugs to you and Justine too!
Sherri
Hope you test went well
Heard you had a big final or something you’re studying for.
We’ve been praying for you too!
We love you and appreciate all you do.
Things seem to be calming down here a bit.
We are full and overflowing with hope and peace as we begin this part of the journey-Hallelujah!
Hope to talk to you soon
Sherri
Love you guys
Love back to you and Malakai
Things seem to be calming down a bit here
We hope to be able to be home for a week or two and I’m sure we’ll see you.
Love to all
Sherri & LA
Gidday back!
It’s been pretty crazy around here but things seem to calming dowm a bit.
We will be hoping to be home for a couple of weeks before treatment begins again and pre-transplant stuff begins
Love you lots
Sherri & LA
Miss you too!
Just a few lines to tell you how much we miss you
Things have been pretty hectic here but seem to be calming down a bit
We know God is still in control and has a plan amidst all of this.Lauren-Ashley will love to hear all about this new news at your house!
Hope to see you soon
Love always
Sherri
HELLO LAUREN AND SHERRI
Happy Easter to your family.Les and I hope you are getting better and will be hhome soon.Now that I have this E-mail address, we can write each other. I’m looking forward to seeing your miniture house and furniture.My son and grandaughter have moved here to Bakersfield and they have been staying with us. they bought a house and we have been slowing fixing it up and painting the rooms. Paige’s room is blue.Do you remember playng polly pockets with her at the salon? Again I can only hope you are home soon because you are probably bored.
Alot of Love and prayers,
Your friend Diane Rogers
Gidday U2
Finally got reistered now I can keep up with your goings on. Hope your Easter is good at COH .Thinking & praying for you hoping your day is bright and filled with fun and family. I’m at work today and wish I was home too.Love you guys and miss alot.
lots of hugs Steph
Randall & crazy are having a fun day together i’m sure!!
Hi Sweetie
Lauren,
Hey girlie I miss you so much. Im so glad that your mom put photos on so that i could see you its been a while. I just wanted to wish you both a very Happy Easter!! I hope your doing better, i think about you everyday and Luis always asks about you. We cant wait for you to come visit us again. We’ll always have the chile verde and flan waiting for you. Well untill next time take care of yourselves and remember that we love you and your always in our prayeres.
Love,
Katrecia & Malakai
good morning
It is a bright beautiful Saturday morning, and I am praying for God to give you hope, healing and peace. The sunshine is a reminder that God’s presence is everywhere. Your Mother and I prayed together on the phone last night. All my friends and family are praying for you as well. Love, Janet
Hi Sis
Hi it’s Nikki just found out about this and i wanted to say hi to you both. I have you both in my prayers. I wanted to tell you both how much I love you both. I will write to you again now that I know I can.
God Bless,
Nikki
hey Lauren!
Hey this is Racheal Davis, Betty Jacobsens granddaughter. I hope you are feeling better soon. Everyone in our family is praying for you. Hope you have a good Easter. God Bless. Racheal and family
You’re such a cutie!
Maddie and Morgan miss you Lauren! We’re praying every day!
-Unlce John & Aunt Jess
Thinking of You In London
Hi Lauren
Every time I see your grandfather here in London he tells me about how you are doing and how proud he is of you. Jeanette and I have two boys, Joshua aged 10 and Jake aged 6, and we have told them all about you and you are always in our thoughts and prayers. It would be great if one day you and your mum (that is how we spell mom here in England!)could come visit us in London.
Lots of Love
Jeremy, Jeanette, Joshua and Jake
Always in my prayers
Lauren,
You are always in my prayers. I spoke to your grandma the other day. She loves you very much. Stay strong baby.
Love,
Auntie Donna
Thinking Of You
Lauren,
Your dad and brothers came in today and i was glad to here you were feeling a little better. We embarrassed Chris for you by making him wear the hat and singing happy birthday. Dont worry we took a picture too. Luis says to say hi and we hope you have a wonderful easter. Of course Luis is still crazy as usual, and Malakai got his very first tooth yesterday! So now he tries to bite everything. Well I just wanted to let you both know that you are in our prayers and that we are always thinking of you. Love you guys!! Have a good easter no matter where you may be.
Katrecia
A Wish for Lauren
Hi Lauren,
Your grandfather told me about this message board.
I have heard so much about you and I wanted to write to send you and your mom my love and prayers for you to get well soon.
Davida
our little angel lauren ashley
we all miss you both. lauren we pray for you every day babe.Tiffany can’t wait untail you come home but we now you cant eihter. sherri you are the BEST MOTHER EVER i know how much you love her. just keep the faith stand on his word it will not return void sherri i love you and lauren so much sometimes i don’t thank we say it enough but i truly love you two. sherri please forgive me for not being here for you like i should have been.sometimes i did’nt know what to say. if you need anything please call you have my number anytime lauren you get batter baby i’ll see you soon sweetie i will pray everyday and up date the prayer chain blessings over you and mom keep the faith untail later we love you all aaron ,boys to xxxxoooxoxoxoxo by for now sweet dreams babe love david suzette, the bunch
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THURSDAY
Well, we have been traveling back and forth to COH for blood work and infusions for Lauren-Ashley. It has been terrific being at my parents’ home. She gets to swing in a canvas swing while looking at the mountains and sit by the pond and waterfall-what a change of scenery for her as well as myself. Her mental and emotional state continues to be renewed and she is so happy to be here with her grandparents.
Her blood tests up until now have been as expected. Her white count(combats infections) is basically nothing and the rest is extremely low as a result of the chemo.
Sorry I haven’t posted in a few days but today was the first day I have felt human. It usually hits me in delayed mode and I take a week or so to recover- I must be getting better at this ! It hasn’t taken that long this time.(HA-HA)
I will post the results of her bloodwork and visit tomorrow afternoon when we return.
Her next doctor visit is on Tuesday.
Love to all of you
I so appreciate the website visits and messages
THANKYOU THANKYOU THANKYOU
Sherri
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Standing on His promises!
Dearest Terry and Michael
Thankyou so much for standing and walking with us!
We appreciate it so much – God is good and a keeper of His promises
And we have a whole book of them!
We love you and thankyou again for your prayers and strength
Love in Him,
Sherri
Miss you guys !
Katrecia
It was so great to get your message
Lauren-Ashley just smiled as big as she could when I read it to her
We love you guys and miss you
Say HI to Luis for us and we hope to see you soon
Give Malakai a big hug and kiss for us!
We love you!
Sherri
Thankful
Dearest Janet
Thankyou so much for your faithfulness!
We sure love you !
Sherri
We Miss You!!!
Hey sweetie,
Im so glad that I can check on you and your family on this site. We all miss your smiling face and contagious laughter at Casa Munoz.I’ve kept you all in my prayers and I know God is continously watching over you. Although your so young you have already been through more in your short life than I will ever be. I just want you to know that you are such an inspiration to me. I hope that someday I can learn to be as strong and as brave as you are. I am so pleased that I have been given the opportunity to know such a wonderful little girl and more pleased that I can call you my friend.If Malakai grows up to be even half as wonderful as you are, I will know that I succeeded as a parent.Every night i count my blessings, and knowing you is definitly one of my greatest. Stay strong.
Love,
Katrecia & Malakai
Standing with you
Heavenly Father,
We look expectantly to You, our God and our Healer!
Encourage Lauren’s heart today, and raise up strength and “fight” in her blood, and in her body. Pour out Your grace on Sherri and the extended family this Easter week. May Your peace surround them all at this time, Your supernatural peace that defeats every work of darkness.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen
Isaiah 26:3
You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you,because he trusts in you.
Dear Sherri,
We will continue to stand with you in prayer!
Terry and Michael Harriton
I’m praying for you.
Hi, your Mother called me last night when you left for the hospital, and I am praying for you and Lauren. You are in my thoughts and prayers many times a day. Love, Janet
God is building a testimony
God surely is outdoing Himself –
I count it an honor to be able to go through this with my daughter during His building of her testimony.
We sure love Him and all He is!
God Bless you for standing with us!
We love you
Sherri
answered prayer
Thankyou for being so faithful regarding us.
Your prayers and being answered daily.
Continue to hold Lauren-Ashley up as her safety from infection is the most important at this time until her white cells come up.
We love you!
Sherri
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