Prayer Update

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The past month has been very difficult for us. It started four days before Wayne left for Southern Asia. Rebecca was hospitalized with an infection in her throat that was resistant to traditional antibiotics. She had to be hospitalized so that they could give her some very strong IV antibiotics. Wayne actually had to leave for Southern Asia hours before Rebecca was released from the hospital. That was very hard for him and for her.

Rebecca continued to be sick with various problems over the 17-day period that Wayne was in Southern Asia. At the same time, Wayne was starting his fourth cycle of chemotherapy. The first cycle back in November was very difficult for Wayne; however, the second and third cycles included only the most minor of side effects. But this fourth cycle was more like the first than the other two. Wayne suffered with significant pain, digestive issues, and fatigue as a result of the chemo. Nevertheless, God was faithful. His touch on Wayne during this period allowed him to continue his work with only minor adjustments.

While Wayne was dealing with his issues in Southern Asia, Rebecca continued to be feel ill. On the day of Wayne's return, she was once again admitted to the hospital. Like the earlier hospitalization, this one was due to an infection that traditional antibiotics could not resolve. This time, the infection was in her ear and she required stronger IV antibiotics. She ended up staying in the hospital for eight days before the infection completely cleared. Even so, her trademark joy-level never diminished. Each time a doctor or nurse came into the room, she would be all smiles and squeals, especially for the young male interns - students from Nova Southeastern University's medical school.

As of today, Rebecca is healed from her infections and is as full of energy and joy as ever. Please join us in prayer that her health will continue to be strong and that God will protect her from any future attacks from the enemy. Wayne is in the final week of cycle four of his chemotherapy. He starts cycle five on Thursday. Pray with us that this cycle will be uneventful and free of significant side effects. He has a total of nine cycles of treatment, ending in November, the day before Thanksgiving. And pray for Tammy. Being the only healthy person in the home has put her in a double caregiver role. Pray for strength and patience for her and for protection from any attack of the enemy.