Sunday, July 19, 2009

Round Two

Day 8 of 1,278

Carson continues to eat everything in sight. And when when he wants something that's not in sight, he demands it be brought to him immediately. He either has Czar-like tendencies (like his father) or it's the steroids. I think it's most likely the latter, but it may be a little of both.

His demeanor is not as pleasant as his usual self. Our "vacation" at the "hotel" is wearing thin and he is ready for a change in scenery. Not quite yet, buddy.

Carson has a big day tomorrow. At 10 in the morning the doctors will collect samples of bone marrow and spinal fluid. Thankfully he will be sedated for these procedures. Once that is done with he will undergo a second round of IV chemotherapy.

So...please keep Carson in your prayers. We are hoping the results show no leukemia in his spinal fluid (like last time) and a marked reduction or elimination of leukemia in his bone marrow. In other words, I'm praying for a big time leukemia butt kicking!

Go Carson!!

Paul

P.S. I found the "switch" so now anyone can leave a comment without logging in. (Operator error...I'm new to this blog stuff!) Please take a second to leave a comment and cheer Carson on!

13 comments:

  1. I picture Carson driving a great big truck right over the bad blood cells!
    Hang in there - lots of prayers are with all of you. Betsy Pankey

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  2. Funny, we referred to Paul as the Czar when he was a teen!!!
    Jeffere

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  3. Praying for some big progress in the fight! Thinking about F too, I hope she has fun in TX! She is a blessing indeed. We just dropped off the 3 "big kids" at Kanakuk...Connor was so nervous for Josh, he walked around with him for an hour to make sure he knew where everything was. I have always known a sibling is the best gift to give our kids! So thankful for them much love, Vanessa

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  4. Glad you found the switch...

    Hang in there, Carson! Stay strong and kick those nasties out of your system. I'll be thinking about you on Monday. -Karina

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  5. I miss being there in the hospital with Carosn, but I really like Texas. I set an alarm in the morning to know when its time to pray for Mr. Hang in there bro! F

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  6. Good luck today Carson - we are thinking of you. Love Gieser Family.

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  7. "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles..." 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

    Our family has been on our knees for you in prayer today. We know this wasn't an easy procedure this morning for Carson or those of you waiting.

    Love, The Flanders Family (Scott, Karen and our GALs -- Ginny, Abigail & Lilly)

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  8. Hello Carson,
    Thanks to your Dad I can now write to you --
    Hang in there Buddy - we are all praying for you and your family.
    Best of Luck today.
    Your cousin from Italy
    Gianpaolo
    PS My parents and Emily say Hello

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  9. Hi Paul, Jennifer and Carson,
    You are on all my prayer list here so please know
    people are praying for all of you. Give Carson a
    big hug for me. I talked to Gail this AM and she
    said Francesca ia having a great time with the boys. Thanks for keeping us posted on Carsons
    progress, I will be eager to hear the good reports from the test today. June

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  10. HI Paul, Jennifer and Carson -

    Jeffere just filled me in on all that you have going on . . . you'll definitely be in my prayers! We're looking forward to seeing Francesca while she's here :) I've enjoyed reading her posts on here as well as yours!!

    You both look so strong and I know having a huge support system praying for you guys will bring blessings to Carson. Hang-in-there.

    You've done a wonderful job with the blog. We'll stayed tuned for the next update - but will be praying in the mean time.

    Rebecca (and boys) - Frisco, Texas

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  11. Hello Paul and Jennifer.When Gail sent the blog page for Carson it was a real surprise, as it has been for you all. Like everyone has said, you will for sure be lifted up daily..all of you. It affects so many along the way. Carson sounds like a real fighter and I know that God has his hand over him. You all are loved by so many from so many different places. Just lots of love and prayers. will continue to read the blog and keep up. Hope that today was a good day with the results and procedures. Much love from Texas! Carter and Mileta

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  12. Hello King family,
    My mother, Carla Treadwell (who was Carson's Sunday school teacher) shared your blog with me. You are all so courageous - especially Carson. What a trooper! I have an 18-month old son and can't imagine how hard this must be for all of you. It was difficult for me to read the early blog postings but your family's determination to take this head on so quickly and with such humor and love for Carson has been an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your experience (you are all gifted writers). We will continue to pray each day for Carson and your family. Know that you are not alone in this journey. Love and positive wishes from Kelly, Zeus and baby Phoenix in Oakland, CA

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  13. Hey y'all,
    This is the Eakins family from Texas. We all send our love and to let you know we are praying for Carson! We have wanted to comment for awhile..so glad you figured it all out, Paul! Carson is a doll...hmmmm, I wonder how much he is like you at that age, ha! Thanks for the blog...we would love to see Carson and you all when you come to Texas!!Bart has a little boy now named Evan...hmmm, I wonder how much he'll be like Bart! I love the picture of him eating...he's just too cute. We also loved the good news...Hang in there

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