Monday, May 22, 2006

Naomi improves and paints!

Today we received some great news about Naomi's healing process! According to a nurse, her "Platelets are up to 111, Hemoglobin up to 12.1, and Absolute Neutrophil Count up to 800. Her marrow is recovering very nicely"! I'm not sure what all that means exactly, but Naomi's mom tells me that it's all good stuff that means her healing is happening and that she's less prone to infection.

She had another dose of chemotherapy today and is scheduled for her PORT procedure surgery as well as another dose of chemotherapy on Monday.

Naomi is painting just about everyday. Nina says that she's enjoying it tremendously and is doing a great job. She's painting with watercolors and acrylics, on paper and on canvas. For those of us who know Naomi's mom Nina, this is no surprise. Nina was an award winning artist in various mediums as a a child and it appears that Naomi has gotten that trait!

Naomi's parents are considering relocating to the Bay Area. Since it's a fact that Naomi will need treatment for the next 3 years at Stanford, they're coming to terms with the extreme commute from Modesto. If anyone knows of someone looking to sell a home before it goes to market, please let me know and I'll pass the word on to them.

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

I am soooooo happy that Naomi is having such a great day! Naomi hang in there sweetie Jesus is on your side and has great plans for you keep fighting the great fight....Many prayers are bieng said for you! Love you guys and God Bless You.....

Anonymous said...

It is so extremely nice to see Sweet Naomi doing so great! God is answering our prayers, indeed! Jermaine & Nina, I admire your strength and courage. It is inspiring and should serve as a reminder to us all, that all things are possible through Christ. We are praying for you all with faith, not sorrow. God Bless You Guys!

Anonymous said...

Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Please tell Naomi that "Jared" from Mrs. Scruggs class says hello.

M. Jensen

Anonymous said...

Hi Nina,

We are praying for Naomi regularly and her picture is on our fridge. The videos brought tears to my eyes, knowing what she is going through! We pray for strength and endurance for her and for your family. May God continue to bring healing to her and glorify His name!

Love & prayers,
Emily (Julia's mom from preschool & AWANAS) :)