One of the most wonderful things happened two nights ago that I must share with you. At 6:00 am Friday morning I heard the door to the room make the noise a door handle makes. My first thought was, “what girl is that coming into our bedroom?” Now that may seem very trivial to you. But that morning marked day 50 of being in the hospital and I had not any similar thoughts the entire time. In other words, I knew where I was even when I was awakened in the middle of the night by the nurses. It made me so happy to think of my girls early that morning. Over the years, Keli and I would not always “welcome” the door handle turning and one or three of the girls making their way into our room…waking us from a deep sleep…taking forever to go back to sleep. But how time flies. Very seldom do our precious girls come into our room in the middle of the night since they have grown up and are maturing so well. Come to think of it, those were good times…times that only Mommy or Daddy could solve whatever problem they may have had.
The platelets are holding steady and Dr. Berdeja says that is a very good sign to recovery. My white count took the dip yesterday and came up to .2 today, but Dr. Berdeja believes, based on the platelet count, that I am on my way to the recovery we are all praying for.
Without going into detail, I would ask you to add Gary Peeples, brother to my sister-in-law, Elaine, and his family. They need your prayers and I know all of you are praying for me, believing in God’s touch, and I would ask that you do the same for Gary.
Well, the house is completely ready for my return. Walt and Linda, my in-laws, left today after being here two weeks to be with the girls. I am so blessed to have married into such a wonderful family who I love deeply. Linda helped to make sure the house stays very clean, so it is my understanding that every member of the family has house shoes to wear while in the house, rather than bringing in potential “junk” on their shoes. I think that is pretty cool. :)
I had an awesome conversation with one of the ladies that oversees the actual stem cell transplant division at the hospital. I was fascinated to find out some of the details and prayerfully look forward to that day when I will receive Steve’s stem cells into my body. There is nothing like the love of a brother and I am so thankful for his willingness and eagerness to make this happen.
It has been another good day in 3308. Not anything overly exciting, but a good day to rest and let the Lord do His work in my body. I look forward to tomorrow morning’s report to see where the counts are at that time.
I hope you have a wonderful day of worship at your local church tomorrow. May the Lord bless you and your family.
Sam
Good evening Sam,
You, Kelli, and the girls are on my mind and in my prayers every day. I have started this post several times, but kept deleting it thinking my words weren’t just right, but I don’t think that’s important to you. The day I found out I was sitting at work, shocked by the e-mail I had recieved. “Sam Green???”… no way! After confirmation, I remember saying a prayer… then it hit me! God needs insiders… A.K.A. Mission Men! Sam, you have been chosen to go into a place that many need hope and healing and what better person to do it then YOU! You’ve always had this way about you that can bring a smile to anyone no matter what kind of day they’ve had. Your a roaming light, that gives hope to others when they can’t see it anywhere else. I am excited knowing that God has the perfect person in place to touch the hearts of his lost. So Sam, while your on the battlefield… God’s army is all around you.
Love you guys!
Hey Sam-
I know people read every single word of this blog, so I feel kinda shy posting personallly, but I had to just let you know I’ve thought about you and prayed for you more than usual (which is ALOT) today…this morning’s men’s prayer breakfast, during Michael’s football game (they lost btw -season over bummer), holding Ms. Neli (who’s had a great week exploring the outside world), during my bible study time – just constantly lifting your name before the mighty throne. Awesome. As always, please know you’ll be missed tomorrow, but there among us also. See you soon.
Dear Sam, You are a special person and I praise God for you. Though you are “much afflicted, the Lord will make you live, according to his word.” Yes, my favorite Psalm is 119 and especially verses 105 through 112.
I know that Keli and your precious children will be at alter tomorrow praying for you and I will be in my place lifting up my heart for you to our Lord.
Love you. Bill
Dear Sam,
I thought of you and your family many times today. Just wanted you to know that we pray for you nightly (and though out the day) When I lay Brandon down for the night, I hold him close and we pray together. He is so cute, because he knows that I close my eyes when I pray, so he takes his little precious hands and covers his eyes then lays his head down on me. It is truly one of the sweetest parts of my day. All that to say…we pray for you my friend. Love you lots.
Christine
Hey Sam (Keli and the girls as well): It stormed all night here in Rome and today has dawned cloudy and overcast but hey, it is a good day – we woke up so we are blessed! You have helped me remember to look at the good in life and be thankful – thank you for always being there. I am excited that the counts seem to be where the dr. wants them and that is a good thing. Since I am so “not medical” I love when you keep us informed about things. Hey, a good thing is that if you end up at Vanderbilt for some of your treatment, my niece Ginny (you have met her) works there and you will see a friendly, familiar face! If the sun comes out today we plan on going to around the city and having our Christmas photo made. I know it seems a little early but it takes time to get them back and mailed out. We wish a good day on you, filled with all of God’s blessings. (side note, the sun just popped out) God is good, all the time!!! Much love, Gail & Foster
I dreamed last night that you went home…that I went to your house and you were there…smiling and happy to be there.
I take it as a (very good) sign!