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No more hair! Today, the trimmers came out, just too much hair was falling out so it had to go.
Moms brother Dan (who has been through a transplant himself) was by her side, getting his head shaved too as a show of support.
Mom is so thankful for her dear friend Brenda who sewed and crocheted some lovely hats to wear while her grows back.
This past week has gone better than expected as far as mom’s symptoms and we trust this is in answer to all the prayers that are faithfully being said on our behalf by so many people, near and far.

She is getting more tired and developing some mouth sores too, had a fever that thankfully responded to antibiotics quickly.  Next week will likely be harder, but the nurses are great and know just how to help with the symptoms. Remember them in your prayers too, they work very hard.

It is too early to tell yet if the transplant is a success, we are truly living one day at a time but have great hope and trust that God will work it out just as He has planned.


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  1. Karen KranendonkApril 14, 2018 at 3:41 PM

    So special that one who has gone through the same thing, is able to come alongside!

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    1. Daniel Van MinnenApril 15, 2018 at 11:57 AM

      And she STILL looks better :-)

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  2. UnknownApril 14, 2018 at 4:09 PM

    Happy to hear of your progress so far. God is good.
    It’s a good time to have the hair shaved...better than during the winter time for sure! I’d share hats with you but mine are all winter hats! Blessings. JLL

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  3. MargaretApril 14, 2018 at 5:06 PM

    We don't know each other Sandy but Albert and I are praying for you.

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  4. valerie graceApril 14, 2018 at 5:35 PM

    I had no idea you were going through this Sandy! Derek and I will be praying for you and your family. -Valerie Slingerland

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  5. Cindy Schoeman TatarynApril 14, 2018 at 5:57 PM

    Hey Sandy! Its Cindy (Schoeman) Tataryn here. I just want tou to know that you are continually on my mind and in my prayers regularly. Praying for strength girl! Love the title of your blog.. so optimistic. So awesome to see you resting in His promises!
    Hugs and prayers to you and Jeff and your whole family! xo

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  6. Mary VanDoodewaardApril 14, 2018 at 6:40 PM

    Praying for you, Sandy, and for your family.

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  7. UnknownApril 15, 2018 at 5:11 AM

    Hello Sandy. It’s been a very long time since I have seen you. Our greenhouse days are years behind us.
    You have been on my mind and heart a lot this week.
    I love that you are still smiling. You have great depth to be able to smile when it’s hard and share this hard valley with so many people. It’s easy to be a strong Christian when life is easy and good. You are showing us how to trust and live all the time. I will keep praying for complete healing. Here’s a scripture to keep you armed fighting with the truth everyday as you continue to battle.
    Romans 15:13, May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.

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  8. Tom RintjemaApril 15, 2018 at 5:33 AM

    Praying for you Sandy as well as Jeff and the entire family. May God grant you complete recovery and a long and happy life.

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