EXPECT A MIRACLE

I read those words today shared in Amy's blog and it made me smile!

My friend Amy updated us after her Chemo treatment. Here is what she had to say:

My first round of "interarterial" chemotherapy is behind me and I'm being watched over tonight "just in case" before being discharged tomorrow (3/21).

I'm relieved that this initial hospital stay is nearly over with and that things went as well as they did. I checked in yesterday morning after a tearful Sunday of worry - not sure what exactly to expect. I was admitted easily and led to a very nice room with my own bathroom and my own window. They ran tests on me during the day, then started the first of my four doses of chemo through my IV. The second dose made me nauseous, but I got some good drugs to help me with that.

They started the 3rd dose at 5am, it also made me ill, but I asked for the same drugs that I had the night before and things got much better. At about 10:00 this morning we went down to get prepped for the docs to put in my catheter that runs from my groin to my tumor. I don't remember much about this as I was sleeping much of the time.

Everyone was and is very nice - all the nurses, doctors, etc. All in all, I am relieved to know now what to expect every month. I will be having blood tests and an MRI next week to see if anything has happened. I will post again once I return home. I just wanted to write now, to thank you for all of your prayers and support and let you know that I'm still here fighting this fight. Pray for my family - my mom, my siblings, my in-laws and my children – and all of my dear friends.

Love, Amy

Amy's friend Joya shared a few more words with us today and shared a special blessing set up for Amy and family as well.

Recently, my parents came over to visit with me and my family. While they were over, the conversation turned to Amy and how she and her family were doing. I expressed to my parents how hard it is for me to see Amy going through this and how helpless I feel about the whole situation. My parents reminded me of the army of believers that are praying for Amy, and also about faith.

Faith that God is in control, faith that God loves Amy and her family and also faith that He has a plan for her life and for mine.

Before they left, my mom gave me a bracelet that she had for Amy. It was a silver cuff that had the inscription "Expect Miracles" on it.

I kept the bracelet on my nightstand for a few days before I was able to get it to Amy, and in that time an idea took root in my heart. I knew that Amy would love the bracelet. I also knew that I wanted to get one for myself, because wearing the same bracelet as Amy would help me to feel connected to her.

I knew that many other people that love Amy would feel the same way, too. So, not only would this bracelet be a way to connect me to Amy, but also to the other people that love her and are praying for her.

My parents are the owners of an online business that sells products with a purpose. Products designed to support people on their walk with God. One of the aspects of their business is Christian jewelry and the bracelet is a part of their collection.

I approached my mom about my idea - a fundraiser for Amy. It would be multi-purpose. It would help people to feel connected to Amy, to each other, and raise funds for Amy in the process. I asked her to talk it over with my dad and see what they could do.

Their response was overwhelming to me. My dad called me back and told me that they had decided that 100% of the profit on the sale of the bracelet, which they renamed the 'Amy Bracelet' would go back to the Amy fund.

What a blessing that Amy's spirit is recharged and she continues to stay focused in faith as she faces this giant in her life.

I'm thrilled that she came through her treatments with courage and peace. Amy is home resting now and she too believes in miracles.

What a wonderful opportunity and blessing Amy's friend Joya & parents set up. It's a great way to help us feel connected and unite us in helping Amy face this struggle.

Amy loved the idea and the bracelet. :)

I'm not sure if it's okay for me to post the link to purchase Amy's Miracle bracelet. Feel free to contact me though if you would like the link.

Joya's parents say the response already for this 'Amy Bracelet' is overwhelming and deliveries will be made in April due to the high volume of requests.

God's love is AMAZING!

Well my lunch hour is almost up. Not sure if there are any typos. I'll be back later tonight to fix it if need be.

Give someone a hug today!

Shine your love on others!

Be blessed,

Meesh