We had a scare in the early hours on Sunday morning -- Kara had gotten up too quickly and lost consciousness, and after she collapsed she had a few tremors. Matt wasn't sure if she was having a seizure, so he called an ambulance and she was taken to the ER. Thankfully, it was nothing more than low electrolytes that caused the fainting spell, so they kept her through Monday at noon to give her a boost of electrolytes. What we had hoped would be a quiet, peaceful weekend for Kara ended up not going according to plan, but she did feel a lot better after having her electrolytes replenished at the hospital.
Until today, Kara had not been very nauseated, and had been able to keep food down well. She's had a nausea spell tonight, however, and we're hopeful it will not continue. She's still very weak and fatigued, despite the IV fluids and having the electrolyte boost. She is glad to have her children back home with her, and hear Emma's stories about her time at the farm.
The Family at John's Graduation (click on the picture for more photos)
Originally uploaded by jeanjean78.
Lastly, Kara's beloved and faithful dog, Kallie, passed away this weekend. Kallie had been with Kara in high school, at Baylor, during her years at Kansas State, and on to Houston -- wherever Kara was, that's where Kallie wanted to be. Kallie had the best of the qualities that make dogs such special companions: intelligence, unfailing loyalty, and boundless devotion to Kara. This loss is quite hard for Kara, being the animal lover that she is, and Kallie was like a child to her before she had children of her own. Though Kara knew this was coming, it still is not easy to say goodbye to such a dear friend, especially at such a time in her life as this.
Prayer Requests:
- Please pray that Kara's nausea and fatigue subside.
- Please pray for physical and spiritual comfort for Kara during this trying time.
- Please pray that the cancer is eradicated from her body, permanently.
Thank you for continuing to keep Kara in your prayers.
11 comments:
Oh, no, Kara. I'm sorry you had such a rotten weekend. Sorry about your doggie, too. I know how much a pet can mean. I hope you're feeling better very soon.
Jean, I love the new pictures!
Thank you Jean for these awesome, pricless pictures!! What a good-lookin family! You are so pretty as a blonde! I believe Houston is agreeing with all of you....... As you know, your Granddad Warner loved pictures. Thank you and John for keeping us updated. Kallie's Tree is such a loving monument. What a blessing to have such a loyal companion for those many years.
I still say to you Kara --
Girlfriend, for what you've been through, YOU LOOK GREAT!!!!!!!
My love, prayers; thoughts are with all everyday.
Kara,
I'm so sorry to hear about the rough weekend you had. We were hoping for you to get some much-needed relaxation.
We continue to pray for your strength, especially now after the rough day that you had on Sunday. We know how much Kallie meant to you, how much she meant to all of us, and the many fun memories that we share of her. We will all miss her.
We love you,
Gina & Curby
We're glad that you're back home again after such a rough weekend. We pray that your strength will continue to grow. God indeed has a wonderful plan for you. Kallie must have been a wonderful dog having been so faithful through so many years. I'm sure she was well loved all those years. Kallie's Tree is such a special way to remember her. We love all the pictures. It gives us a chance to see your special family. What a support group! We continue to pray for you and think of you every day.
Love,
Curt and Linda Laetz
Kara, The new photos really do show how attractive you and your family look. Each day you are so much nearer to the TOTAL CURE. We are so full of hope and prayer for you and yours.
Love, Gem
Kara,
What wonderful pictures of the kids and then you with your loved ones at John's graduation. Congrats to him again!!
So sorry to hear about Kallie. I know how special she was to you. The tree is a beautiful place for you to remember her.
May God continue to bless you and your family. You are a great fighter!
Megan
Kara, I hope this week is a better one for you. I'm glad they were able to help you get your levels back to where they should be. We are very sorry to hear of Kallie, we lost our dog a few months ago too and know how painful this special loss can be. We will pray for peace and a more restful week. Your are doing well progressing through these arduous treatments and they thankfully are doing their job to rid your body of this terrible invader. Enjoy being back together with your children.
Love Janice and family
Kara,
God will see you through. I am sorry to hear about Kallie...we lost one dog in March...it is really hard! I am praying for your continued good results and for strength for you during this trying time. Please know you are lifted up often and GOD RULES!
Be still and let God!
Hi Kara,
We have enjoyed all the wonderful photos. How happy we are that you and Matt and Emma enjoyed the graduation festivities, and how very proud we are of John.
We are saddened to hear about Kallie's passing but do know she had a wonderful life with such loyalty to you and your good care for her also.
Thank the Lord that the fifth round is over and we are seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. We continue to lift you up to the Lord in prayer as He heals and blesses you day by day.
Much love,
Aunt Karen and Uncle Don
Hi Kara and Family!
This Sunday, June 5, 2005, will be the Cancer Prayer Day, www.cancerprayerday.com.
Also I wanted to share with you www.oasisofhope.com , a 40 yr. old cancer center. I have listened to Dr. Francisco Contreras for many years on Daystar. On his website he gives recipes; practical help aids. This AM the program was on Natural Progesterone, how all ages of men/women need this to balance our bodies from the estrogen dominant society we live in. We get estrogen through Plastics, foam cups/plates, Pesticides on our veggies/fruits; the meats we eat where animals are treated with estrogen to stimulate their fast growth. Dr. Contreras stated the high rise in cancer today, especially in younger people, is not so much from genetics, but from diet.
He/She who believes in me -
Out of their heart -
Will flow rivers of living water!
John 7:38
Dear Kara, What wonderful photos of you and Matt and the children, of John's graduation and celebration with the family, and of Kallie's final resting place! Such a dear and devoted companion for so many years you will miss so much and remember such good times with her through over half your life- l8 years of special care and happiness with you and yours and how could she have had a better life?! I'm sorry she's not with you physically any more but am so glad she'll continue to be with you in spirit. Kara, I've had such a remarkable peace about you and your healing this past week and know that you are through the worst part of your chemo and feel so strongly that it's done its job in your body to get rid of the tumors in every possible place they could be. It's a wonderful miracle that God has given us to have you restored to perfect health so that you can be free to enjoy Emma and Luke and see them grow so beautifully every day. You continue to be in my heart and thoughts with prayers continuously and I'm so grateful to our Lord for His power as our Great Physician and Healer and to you for your amazing and faithful witness and trust and to all the family for their constant care and devotion to you in so many ways that no one else could possibly hope to think of much less do. Much love, Aunt Betsy
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