Tired

Mark and Lola have been able to stay at home in Holland this week. Mark has been starting to feel weak and tired again. He will go into Spectrum tomorrow for blood cell testing. Please pray that they will have accurate blood tests, that they will know what can be done to make Mark feel better, and what can be done to heal him.

Long Day, Good News

Mark had a long day at the hospital today. He started off with chemo, and later had a bone marrow aspiration. But thankfully, his blood counts are good right now, and they gave him the OK to come home for the weekend. Thank you, Lord!

Grateful

Grateful Mark is feeling a bit stronger. His throat is less sore, and he was even able to eat some pizza yesterday - finally some normalcy! Today he is back at the hospital for another long day of chemo. Thank you for keeping them in your prayers at this vital time of treatment. They miss home, family, friends and work. Your cards, calls, and prayers mean a lot.

Mark and Lola went to the hospital today so Mark could have a blood transfusion. This will help him to feel a lot better. Today was a short day, but tomorrow will be another long day at the hospital. Thanks for all the prayers.

First Day of the Experimental Treatment Program

Mark's throat is feeling a bit better, so he can eat a bit more. He and Lola were at the hospital today so he could begin the experimental treatment program. Please pray that this works. The days are VERY LONG. They miss everybody. It was great to have family come to visit this weekend. Please keep the prayers coming.

Hope

Grateful for a beautiful day enjoying each other's company and sitting in the sun with Mark, Lola, Amy, Mom and Dad at the cottage. Mark and Lola have decided to go ahead with the experimental research. Mark will begin a lower dose of chemotherapy with the goal of putting the cancer in remission over three weeks. We will likely know over the next week if he is responding to the chemotherapy. Please keep praying for complete healing for Mark.

Mark will be starting a new chemotherapy for three weeks starting next week. It's part of a study at U of M under a different doctor. Please pray for healing, wisdom and peace for Mark, Lola and the whole family.