[thumb:252:l] We have had a wonderful couple of weeks with Trenton!! He has made it through his third round of chemo without getting a fever – just a loss in appetite and alittle tired (GREAT!!). He had been so good these last two weeks – eating well (he gained 2 pounds) and also having lots of energy. Today he told me that he wanted to be a runner when he grows up. He wanted me to take him to a track so he could run around it, but the rain and cold prevented us from going. His color looks good and he is actually the best he has been since he started his treatment in June.
Ariana, on the other hand, just finished getting over strep throat. Our poor little girl missed 2 days of school – but she did complete all of her homework with mom’s help. After four days of rest, she was able to attend her first gymnastics meet in Lafayette, IN. She tied for first place on the balance beam, and came in 3rd place in the all-around!!! We are so proud of her!! Ariana did fantastic for being her first gymnastics meet!!! She is now back to school and feeling much better.
Clint and I have been OK. Just going about our daily chores: closing the pool, cleaning windows, and other fun stuff. Trent will be the Red Power Ranger and Ariana will be a Nice Witch for Halloween this year. We will be trick-or-treating at Grandma and Grandpa Richards house (hopefully it will not be raining or too cold).
We heard a very inspiring sermon this past Sunday given by our Associate Pastor, Doug Gamble. We learned that we need to be content through HIM in all situations. Our anxiety and worry can be released to GOD – lifting up Trent’s medical needs to HIM. So I end with this wonderful Bible verse that touched us:
“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:4-7
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Hope Trent and Ariana have as much fun Trick or Treating by Grandma and Grandpa Richards house as Donna and I did as kids. Get lots of treats!!! Tell Grandma and Grandpa Richards I said hello! Can’t wait to see pictures of you 2 in your halloween costumes!!
Donna and Clint, So glad Trent is doing so much better!! Keep believing and keep your faith in yourselves, Trent, Ariana and God!
Love,
Karen (Dukes) Tucker
We are so glad that Trent’s last chemo has gone well and he has been feeling strong—even gaining a few pounds! That is just fantastic. Was sorry to hear that Ariana was ill, it seems like a lot of bugs have been going around. Hope she is back to normal and be sure to give her our congrats for doing such a great job at her first gymnastics meet. You certainly have a lot to be thankful for.
Our prayers are with you, as always.
Love,
Kathy, Brian, Jacob & Nicholas
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