Key Word: Quality

Friends-

Today wasn't the best of days for dad as he is still running high fevers, is experiencing pain, and still physically weak....each of these symptoms are ultimately from the many tumors growing inside his body.  Many of these symptoms have been managed with medication which does help dad rest through some of this as well.  Considering the depth of his cancer, we know that he will continue to have these symptoms. 

As a family, we did have the opportunity to talk with doctors about future options and what is best for dad.  Priority number one is definitely to make sure he has quality of life.  Those of you that know my dad personally and have known his history of cancer, you know that dad has ALWAYS chosen quality of life over quantity of life.  And the Lord has blessed him with many quality life moments over this 14 year battle.  We can truly give praise for that! 

Ideally, dad wants to come home and we want dad to come home.  There is nothing like resting in your own bed!  After discussing some of the options from the doctor to dad, he has chosen home care.  This will allow him to be in his own bed and have nurses come, take great care of his symptoms and make sure he is comfortable.  As a family, we support dad's decision for quality of life and home care.

Dad will remain in the hospital for a few more days to make sure he stabilizes his temperature, he begins eating again, and has minimal pain. 

We are comforted by the many texts, cards, voice messages and emails and we share these with dad as well.  We believe in an awesome and sovereign God and we know that His Hand is on dad and this family.  We are still praying for more miracles.