God's perfect plan

Last week Louie and Marianne saw a different Oncologist (theirs was out of town) and Louie's blood pressure was good but he lost 6 lbs and his sodium was a little low.  He wasn't dehydrated but was still having stomach complications so he was given a long-lasting shot to help with this.  He had been having a rough time sleeping and struggling with the side effects of the chemo but he is happy to be disconnected from the port so he can sleep on his stomach again!  

Louie and Marianne heard back from the insurance company and the Her2 mutation medication was denied but Louie was given his 3rd dose last week.  They will begin the process of appealing the state insurance board as they are already almost $7,000 into the treatment.  Please pray that God will sort out the details in this matter, they are not worried though because whatever the outcome God is in control!  Louie and Marianne feel extremely blessed that they have a doctor who is on their side and doing everything he can to give Louie the best possible care.  They are trusting that God will make a way!  They continue to trust God is everything and know that He will never leave them or forsake them, He is always there!  

This week the chemo has continued to be really rough on Louie's body and he lost another 5 lbs but they are trusting that God will not give them any more than they can handle.  Their Oncologist was still out of town this week so they met with the same doctor as last week.  This doctor has been more sensitive to Louie's symptom management which has been a real blessing.  They are running some tests to be sure Louie doesn't have an infection and put him on some new medication to ease the discomfort.  At this point they have stopped all treatment until they can get this resolved so in the mean time Louie will get some much needed rest and some time for his body to strengthen.  He is starting to have a bit of cabin fever and is having to eat a pretty bland diet (he is missing his cookies and milk!!) so we are praying he will begin to feel better, get the rest he needs and that there is no infection.

Louie and Marianne continue to trust God in this journey and Louie speaks His name and His Word out loud and often.  Louie shared today that he went to God first with his healing, for many years he has gone to God in prayer.  He remembers asking God to heal him and let the tumors dissolve.  He has been prayed over by pastors, evangelists, family and friends but God has other plans.  God has a journey for Louie and it is all in HIS perfect timing!  We can already see how many people have been changed by hearing Louie's story and trust that God will use this for His glory.

Louie and Marianne continue to be beyond blessed by all of their wonderful family members and friends.  They feel your prayers and their love for the body of Christ continues to grow each and every day.  They love the pictures, texts, cards, emails and support you all continue to pour out.  They read each and every message they receive so keep them coming!  A big thank you to all of those that showed up at their home to pray and offer encouragement, Louie and Marianne cherish your love and friendship.

Louie and Marianne are also happy and excited to see God's healing hand in the lives of others, He deserves all of the glory and honor and praise.  Please join with us in praying for God to work in and through Marianne and Louie on this journey.