Abby's Journey Archive

We continue to humbly ask you to pray for Carlin. We have enjoyed his company so much (and that of his mom and dad as well). He is bright, funny, and has an impish streak that reveals itself most often in the form of a rapier-sharp wit. He has become one of Josiah's good friends.

Amy has been privileged to have him come for our weekly science lesson. Some days he has been here all afternoon.

About two weeks ago his condition worsened considerably and he began to become extremely tired all the time. All he wanted to do was sleep. Their oncologist sent them for an MRI which revealed terrible news--his tumor has spread significantly throughout his central nervous system. Like we did with Abby, they have increased his Decadron sizably in hopes of lessening his body's natural inflammatory response and helping him to feel better.

He has been admitted to the hospital today to receive a round of chemo and also because he has been having respiratory issues related to the tumor progression. Ling called Amy today to let her know that they were now inpatient, and said that Carlin, in spite of his exhaustion, very much wanted Josiah to come visit. God willing, they will go this evening.

We are very encouraged because Ling has expressed more and more interest recently in what it is that makes us able to cope on a day-to-day basis. She has said she is open to us talking about who Jesus is and what He means to us, both with her and with Carlin. This is the opportunity for which we have been waiting and praying.