We are still in the hosptial...no end really insight.
Brian still has fevers. His counts have been bouncing back and forth so the past few days he has had a lot of blood transfusions and platelet transfusions. We are still investigating and testing to figure out the source of these fevers.
Brian has maintained a pretty good appetite and has been drinking a lot of fluids.
please continue to pray for relief for his body and guidance for the doctors.
We try to hang our hat on hope and know that we kind find refuge in our faith.
If you would like to help Brian you can send him letters or comments to help him gain strength to fight.
Good Morning!
ReplyDeleteCouldn't sleep, up since 5.
Combed thru the Bible with prayers and thoughts for both of you. Kept coming back to the words I read at your wedding. Remember the weeks before, how stressful it was wrapping up school and finishing plans for a wedding? But nothing mattered that day. You both got thru the stress with so much humor and love. Where one is weak, the other is strong. You are truly one in marriage.
I know it has been a very long road since April and an even longer two weeks. I've prayed for comfort in your surroundings, guidance for your doctors, healing, strength and patience.
Spend time reflecting on every awesome, fun, happy, thankful thought and memory. Continue to be positive thru each other and thru God. XxOo (From Nacho LIbre, Big Kiss, Little Kiss, Big Hug, Little Hug) each other.
Love,
Nina
NOW MAY THE GOD OF HOPE FILL YOU WITH ALL JOY AND PEACE IN BELIEVING, THAT YOU MAY ABOUND IN HOPE BY THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. Romans 15:13 This isn't "natural" especially with all that you two are going through. Praying the Holy Spirit gives you peace and joy and hope beyond understanding! KEEP FIGHTING!
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I and I'm sure everyone has been hoping you would have some answers by now, the waiting game can be most difficult. Thankfully you have each other and a strong belief in Our Lord. Keep coping and hoping. I shall continue my prayers for all of you.
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Bridgett
Hi Guys....
ReplyDeleteIf comments and cards are what we need to do, then by golly, that's what we will do.
Sending you the positive energy and hoping it can get through the evil fevers!
We think of and pray for you often!
Love
Aunt Amy and Uncle Denny
Hi dear ones,
ReplyDeleteFinally found a computer that will accept my posts. Miss you. Think of you daily. Card is
in the mail, we'll get the chain going so we can keep the mail person busy! Especially in the zero temps. HOPE we are using that word a lot.
Daily - hourly- you are on our minds.
Love,
Uncle Craig and Aunt Rosie
Hey Brian,
ReplyDeleteWe are praying for you Brian that you will receive some comfort from those darn fevers. Brad and I have been doing our prayers together in the evening. Your mom and I prayed many times together after teaching church school and believed in the verse. "where two or more gather than the Lord is there also" (paraphrased) Tonight we will pray extra hard and long. Keep your chin up!!! The Lord is on your side!!!!!
Hi Brian and Stacey
ReplyDeleteI was up two nights ago thinking about you guys and I know Billy has been thinking about you two aswell. While I was up I had a little word to Jesus and I don't often pray but I wanted to let him know how wonderful/funny/amazing you both are! I asked him to help you get throught this xxx
love
Sara and Billy
Hey Brian and Stacey:
ReplyDeleteKeep your head up. It's so inspiring to read this blog and know that you are so strong. Sending so many thoughts your way and hoping for the best. Hang in there and keep on keepin' on!
Love,
Chelsea
You guys are amazing. All of our love and prayers your way!!!
ReplyDeleteLooked at the stars a bit ago and thought of you and how important you are and loved. Praying the answer to your fevers comes soon and the care is given for your strength.
ReplyDeleteYou two are amazing, God bless you,
Love,
aunt Rosie
Brian and Stacey, we have been praying for you many times a day, praying that God will give the doctors devine wisdom in getting your fevers under control. One day at a time...glad to hear your keeping the fluids and food going. Each new day is a day of hope. Prayer is very powerful, God is walking beside you Brian. We will continue to prayer for devine wisdom and healing from these fevers so that you can get to Iowa City and get that transplant done. take care, Sherri and Kevin
ReplyDeleteHey Guys,
ReplyDeleteSending the positive energy again today....one of these days (sooner vice later) it is gonna put a whammy on ya!
Here's to hoping that you get sprung soon!
Aunt Amy and Uncle Denny
I have to admit I have become a frequent visitor of your blog; as it is AMAZING the stregth the two of you have and the drive you give to all of us (random people).
ReplyDeleteBrian - Please see your post from two weeks ago... I believe Jan 8th... re-read the reasons you fight... This is inspiring to me and obviously hit a nerve with me (That part of the post is worth framing!). I am a person you have never met (I work with Stacy's dad) and I think/pray for you all daily - People like you two are so rare - God IS GOOD and you remind so many of us how true that is. You have it in you! God really is great!
Hang in there Brian. I have to have surgery for a rotator cuff tear on Feb. 25. The doctor said my golf days are over until atleast 8-25. Guess your dad, my dad, you and I might have to wait another year until we can play golf again.
ReplyDeleteMaybe if we combine the hawks and the gophers in football and basketball, we might be able to beat Ohio State.
Barb & I are always thinking of you guys
Love Cousin Dave & Barb Pritchard
Hi Briand and Stacey!
ReplyDeleteI hope today brought you some answers and you were feeling well enough to eat good. I can not believe what the playoff tickets are going for this weekends BIG GAME! Hopefully you will be feeling well enough to watch the same. Keep us posted as you can. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lovingly,
Bridgett
Hi Brian & Stacey -
ReplyDeleteI am going to get a goal for you this weekend! We battle Waterloo. I am also doing a dance marathon tonight raising money for cancer. I am praying for you. Get Well Soon. Love, Erik
Praying for you!! Stay strong...God will bring you through what he brings you to! -J'nee
ReplyDeleteErik just got his goal for you Brian. They r beating waterloo 2 to 0....it is a battle though, these waterloo kids r tough!
ReplyDeleteLove ya, Nina
this is luke i hope you are having a good day. good luck love luke
ReplyDeleteBrian and Stacey
ReplyDeleteThinking of you and praying for a breakthrough and no more fevers. May you feel God's presence, patience, peace and HOPE. Know that what's impossible with man is possible with God. Remember faith, family and friends that are there for you. Jolane
Brian and Stacey,
ReplyDeleteYou two are never far from my thoughts and prayers! I have asked everyone I know down here in Alabama to add you to their "lists" as well - so, with this extra mojo coming from the rollers in Bible belt you will be kicking those fevers asap!! :)
Leslie
Brian & Stacey -
ReplyDeleteWe think of you often but had not checked in to read your blog for some time.
We are concerned to read today that Brian is not feeling well and is hospitalized with fevers and fluctuating counts.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stay strong. This too shall pass.
Steve & Janine Lorenz
Checking in with you again today and praying that you are doing better. Keep up the fight and know that there are so many pulling for you. So reassuring to know that God is with you and by your side. Rest in that fact and heal, good buddy. Jo Ann
ReplyDeleteThinking of you. Today the word Trust keeps coming to me,
ReplyDeleteClose your eyes and trust,
Love you,
aunt Rosie
Praying for answers today, and for your continued strength.
ReplyDeleteJim, Steff & Kyle Wilkinson
Thinking of you!!! Praying for you, Stace, your family, the doctors... and sending all of my positive thoughts your way!!! LOVE YOU BOTH so much!!! XOXO
ReplyDeleteIt is time for another dose of POSITIVE from Virginia!
ReplyDeleteHang in there guys...you are truly amazing people!
There is strength and prayer holding you up!
We are all behind you....holding you up!
Lots of love!
Aunt Amy and Uncle Denny
Wonderful comments, all our love to both of you. Hopeful that your temps will be good, and that you are more comfortable this week. So many prayers are coming your way. Mom and Dad
ReplyDeleteOK...enough of the silly fevers....eat more ice cream!
ReplyDeleteHope you get to go home soon!
We pray for and think of you often!
Love,
Aunt Amy and Uncle Denny
A message from my desk calendar. "Now God, don't hold back your passion. Your love and truth are all that keeps me together." Psalm 40:11 MSG Your prayer warriors are in action. We pray for a good week and the fever to go away so you can get some rest. We love you!!
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Hello from Garner Elementary! :) GO GATORS!
ReplyDeleteHope that today is even better than yesterday and that you continue feeling better and better.
Love you so much!
Lindsay
Hi Brian-
ReplyDeleteI just wanted to let you know that you are in my (and several other Hawkeyes here in Iowa City) thoughts and prayers I hope you're feeling better and getting some rest. You are thought about lots and I'm hoping you get some relief from those fevers- take care and feel better!! Love, Erica
Brian,
ReplyDeleteI think if you came and hung out a day with me up here in Aberdeen it would help the fevers out. I got in my car the other day and my thermometer said it was -24 degrees. It was crazy how cold it was. I hope today or yesterday that you guys finally got some good news from your test results and things start to get better for you soon. Take care buddy!
Brett
Brian,
ReplyDeleteWe are on our knees in Center Point. I've put the lyrics to one of our favorite songs that we used for encouragement as our son, Noah went through his chemo/radiation/multiple hospital visits. It lifts my heart just reading/singing the words - hope it does the same for you :)
the Yamilkoski family
Almighty God my redeemer
My hiding place my safe refuge, no other name like Jesus
No power can stand against You.
My feet are planted on this rock
And I will not be shaken
My hope it comes from You alone
My Lord and my salvation
Your praise is always on my lips
Your word is living in my heart
And I will praise You with a new song, My soul will bless You Lord
You fill my life with greater joy
Yes I delight myself in You
And I will praise You with a new song, My soul will bless You, Lord
When I am weak, you make me strong
When I'm poor, I know I'm rich for in the power of Your name
All things are possible
All things are possible
All things are possible
All things are possible
Sending all the energy we have...
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Uncle Denny and Aunt Amy
Hoping that no news is good news. Feel better, Brian.
ReplyDelete-Jim, Steff & Kyle Wilkinson
Brian,
ReplyDeleteHang in there! Always in our prayers and thoughts. Go Hawks...and Go Pack!
-Doug and Kim Kayser
Brian and Stacey,
ReplyDeleteBeen thinking about you a lot--Praying for strength and comfort. Keep fighting the good fight!
Laura (& Nate)
Hi, Brian & Stacy,
ReplyDeleteWe are 'specifically' asking God to send an answer to some doctor to figure this out and turn this around. You've got so many prayer warriors, God has to know we are not going to be passive, we are in battle with this demon in your body! Brian, draw strength on knowing we are in this fight with you. Take care, Buddy-ro!
Dan and Teresa Scheeler
Hang in there you two! Sending lots of prayers your way!
ReplyDeleteLove,
Stefanie Swinton
We are all here for you Brian and Stacey! Lean on all of us! We will be strong and the prayers will be heard!
ReplyDeleteThinking of you!
Aunt Amy and Uncle Denny
Looking forward to seeing you both this weekend. Trust you are enjoying the couch. Lots of love. Maybe there will be some good sports on TV tonight!!!
ReplyDeleteDear Pritchard Family,
ReplyDeleteRose sent an email with the current status. Please know that each of you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You, All!!
Sandy Wray
Brian & Stacey,
ReplyDeletePraying for you both that God would give you both strength, endurance, and perseverance to fight the good fight. How sweet it is to see so many locking arms in prayer for you.
Praying, The Hannemans in Colorado
Praying for you!!! -J'nee
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