So nice to be home

Hello everyone,

I just can't thank you enough for all that you have done for us this week. I remember when dad was sick i was always amazed at how the people of God come together when there is a need. It was so great to see that happen for him but this is so different. It brings tears to my eyes to really understand how much He loves me thru you guys. They way you look at me, the way you come and bless me with your presence, your cards, your gifts and the food you bring. I am speachless. Thank you.

As for mom. She has moved in, brought with her tons of food and goodies from her house. (brian is thrilled that the pantry is stocked.) She was born for this kind of thing. She is amazing. up with me in the middle of the nigth with meds and making sure i'm ok. Brian has just been amazing. They have me spoiled rotten. Brian has done great at making sure i have everything we need. The are an awesome team. I know it will be hard the next couple of weeks. i can't do anything really for 2 weeks and then after that i can start driving, and other stuff.

I'm having trouble eatting. The pain medicine they have had me on makes me kinda sick so i get nervous b4 i take them. I'm going to try a different method of tylenol and ibprophen instead of the prescription meds. I think i will begin eating better. It's crazy i have all the snacks in the world and yummy food available to me and i can barely eat.
I even have, swedish fish, hot tamales and licorice!!

I know you have enjoyed brian keeping up the blog, he has such a great way of getting things across i love that boy!
I have learned so much about how he cares for me and everyone else i love also. God is teaching me to give up control of all that i am and have, But He just keeps reminding me that He will make things so much better than they ever were. He is so good to me. I am in pain sometimes but it is nice to have the down time and know that the best is yet to come.

YOU GUYS MEAN SO MUCH TO US!! Thanks for your prayers. Yeshua is good.
love you

Wednesday Update

Joy had another rough morning, very tired and weak. I was anxious to get her out of the hospital because just being in there is an energy drain for her, and everyone else for that matter. The nurse and I walked Joy down the hall, which though hard for Joy built up some strength in her. Then, with a little help from Mom, Joy took a shower to wash the hospital smell off -- and not smelling like hospital is enough to make anyone feel much better. At 3pm we were able to sign her out, wheel her down to the car and drive her home.

Jenny, today's nurse, was very nice. And the volunteers were wonderful. Thanks to them.

Joy will be at home recovering for the next few weeks. She probably won't get out at all for a couple weeks. People time is great medicine for Joy, so be sure to stop in and say hi.

She also loves cards -- you can send those to:

Joy
111 Northwynd Circle #7
Lynchburg, Va 24502

or email -- j AT morykon D0T com

Thanks for all your support, meals, prayers, and love. It means the world to us. Hopefully she'll be feeling well enough to take over the blog tomorrow on her laptop.

Take care,

Brian

Tuesday Update

Joy had a rough first half of the day. She passed out twice and experienced dizziness when standing. The later part of the day has been good however, with Joy feeling more strength and enjoying all of the visitors who have stopped by.

Rumor has it that the nurse on the morning shift was a bit cranky and unhelpful. Bad nurse. We forgive you. We won't even report you to the "patient advocate" person (though we can't promise that John W. won't). And know what? Even unhappy nurses are blessable in the Kingdom of God. So be blessed.

If all goes well (read: if Joy can pass gas) she'll be released tomorrow morning -- though I've been told her gas will be detained for further examination.

(Yes, that was a joke.)

Thanks so much for everyone who has visited and for all who have kept her in your prayers!

- Brian

Just say no to cancer

No cancer, no endometriosis. Praise God.

The two hour surgery, which required a small incision below the wasteline, revealed a benign tumor on the right ovary. The tumor, along with part of the ovary, has been removed. Good news - we can still have babies! (Whenever the time is right, of course.)

Joy is awake now and in good spirits despite steady pain. She says thanks to everyone who was able to come to the hospital and for everyone who is praying. We expect to take her home in the next day or two and she'll be taking it easy for the next few weeks.

Thank you for your support, it means to world to me.

- Brian

Surgery

Just 4 more hours till i drift off to sleep and wake up knowing what is gonig on inside me. Last night was rough.I had to engage in some colon cleansing activities... getting ready for this and my nerves taking over my body at times. I did get some sleep but i woke up every hour. I'm kind of looking forward to this. I like being spoiled :) It's kind of like a party. Mom, Brian, Deaven, Dea, Joyce, Chris, Kim and maybe more :) I love having my friends with me at all times. I just told them not to have to much fun with out me.

I don't know what is inside me exactly but they will find out then. It may be endometriosis. I pray all my parts will be preserved. I do want children one day. If you are reading this. Please pray it won't be cancer.
I know He is having me go thru this for a reason. He wants to teach me to trust in Him. I hope i learn fast, so this crucible will be over soon. I'm scared. But i trust in Him who created the universe, He created my parts. He has his eye on me and His hand around my heart.
Psa 145:18-19
18The LORD is near to all who call upon Him, To all who call upon Him in truth.
19He will fulfill the desire of those who fear Him;He will also hear their cry and will save them.

more to come...