Friday, November 9, 2007

happy, happy . . .

This will describe all of you at the end of reading this posting.

First of all, Joy will be able to go home mostly likely within the next several days.

Secondly, her white blood cell count is up to 1100, exceeding the doctors' expectations.

Finally, (this is so good that i'm going to make you read this extra stuff before getting the news--just to make you savor this more) . . .

Darren (Joy's older brother) is a donor match.

Ken and Joy and both of their families are very grateful for this news and feel especially grateful to all of those who have been fasting and praying in Joy's behalf.

:)

9 comments:

Joyce said...

We are so thrilled to hear this wonderful news! We pray for Joy's continued improvement.

Mark and Joyce Landes

Anonymous said...

YES! We are absolutely giddy over the news! We love you Joy!

Matt, Erin, Sam, Jonah & Josh

Anonymous said...

There was a progressive loudness of "Yeahs" as the blog entry was read, ending with tears of happiness. So glad you get to go home and just beyond happy that Darren is a match. We're thrilled!!!

Love to you all,

Steph and John

Anonymous said...

Sister Joy,

Proverbs 3:5,6

How we see your path being directed by He who is mighty to save. Keep the faith dear friend...all will be well.

Jill Lewis said...

We got chills just reading this one. That is wonderful news! We are so happy to hear this and wish you the very best. We love you Joy.

-Arian & Jill Lewis

Anonymous said...

This has made our weekend. What a relief. We are so thrilled and can't wait to hear the news about the day you will get to go home. Darren is an extraordinary man in so many ways.

Leah said...

Oh this news makes for a wonderful day! We are SO thrilled to hear about your brother being a match Joy. I'm sure your family just can't wait to have you home!
Sending our love,
Cody, Leah, Brinley & Avery

Anonymous said...

Joy

That is great that you are coming home. It is also a blessing to know that Daren is a match. You are amazing.

Love
Crystal and Marty

Anonymous said...

It seems to be that the one in your family who expresses and shows the greatest love towards you is the one who is poised to save your life... literally! I'm happy about this, and my prayers are daily that this will succeed.

With love.