WHAT in the WORLD was THAT?

My treatments are still going well, bar a minor glitch that involved my oncologist in Springfield and my oncologist in Houston refusing to work together anymore...yah...nice, eh? It was a big to-do that was just immediately overtaken by what can only be described as a Tsunami of prayer as only my friends and family can produce...and now there is peace. A little "post Tsunami" debris...but peace.

Jeff's words today were, "Well...WHAT was that? And what happened to change the doctor's mind?"

My answer, "Well...Aunt Teresa sicked the hounds of heaven on him...that's what happened!"

She told me last night after she prayed with me over the phone, "I always just pray, 'Lord, work on them while they're sleeping. If they won't listen to you during the day, speak to them at night when they can't argue with you!" Well, evidently she's right, because today...no problem.

Isn't God amazing? I don't know that either of my doctor's are Christians, but I believe God can use them to heal me anyway. And, occasionally, He may sneak up behind them and smack 'em on the head to get them back in line. Who knows...just my little mental image!

Anyway, time will tell, but for now all is well. I will rest easy tonight, knowing the Great Physician has already figured it out. No need to worry...as I've heard so many times, God goes before his children making the crooked places straight. I just didn't realize sometimes He also paves the road as He goes!

We love you all. Thank you so much for everything. You have no idea what a blessing you are to our family. Thanks!

Love and blessings to you,

Leslie, Jeff, and the boys

Sisters...sisters...there were never such devoted sisters!

Well, I've been off havin' fun and I forgot to update my blog. During the past weeks, God has provided for us over and over and over again. We just sit here, taking it in...admittedly woefully behind in thank you cards. We are so blessed with loving families, supportive friends, a church family who never fails to check in on us, many many cards and notes of encouragement, and demonstrations of generosity that can only be explained as a "God thing".

I am preparing for another trip to Houston. As with any trip, there are several plates to get spinning before I leave town. Not just my own transportation and lodging, but schooling preparations for Owen, as well as child care for all of the boys. My mom is handling all of my housework at this time...she gets more done in one day than I get done in a week. She's wonderful!

Jeff is busier now that we've had some recent storms. That is a blessing, although he's away from home more, we know that is part of God's provision. Who would have thought that baseball sized hail could be a blessing? God...that's who!

This past weekend, Mom and Daddy treated all the girls in the family to a "Girls Weekend" in Branson. I love hanging out with my sisters and sister-in-law. We always have such a good time together. Here is a picture, although...(sorry Jo) I didn't get any pictures with all of us in it. It didn't cross our mind to get a group picture until Suzan's brood was getting ready to leave. Blame it on the chemo!

We are so blessed to have the benefit of all your prayers. I am feeling well, my mind is at peace, and my family is healthy and well cared for. I feel very, very blessed.

Love to you all,

Leslie