A Heart Full Of Gratitude

The prayers of my 6 year old daughter, and many others, were answered when the doctor told me I could go home one week ago today. My goal was to be home for my daughter's birthday but my immune system had to be at a certain level to have that happen. The last week at the hospital was just a numbers game. Waiting each morning to find out where my blood levels were and if I was close to going home. My body was rebuilding but the one particular number the docs wanted to see improve was holding steady. I was told that if that number just shows an increase then I could go. Well, sunday came and I anxiously awaited my blood results. My doctors came in and told me there was an increase and that they would be discharging me. What a miracle! My daughter's prayers were answered and she told me I was her best birthday present. I am so grateful for the prayers from my children and there faith. I am grateful for prayer and know that they are heard and answered. I am also grateful for the opportunity to pray for others, which is one of the greatest acts of service. I am grateful for my life, for living, for being a wife, and being a mother. Things I am grateful for more and more each day. This coming week I have my bone marrow biopsy and the hope is that my cancer is in remission. The 12th of August I start my 2nd round of chemo. I hope to bounce back quickly to enjoy the first day back to school with my kids. Thank you to all those who continue to follow my health and for your thoughts and prayers. I am grateful for so many good people that surround me.