BB's inserted!

Allison had three BB's inserted into head this morning. I got to talk to her and she sounded a little tired, but overall pretty good. She said that the spots where they were put in are pretty sore. She's in for another CT scan right now and then they get to head home.

We have been getting so many prayers and encouraging words from so many people. We thank you and ask that you keep the prayers coming as a first step toward radiation treatments is made.

Here she is after the surgery with a good ole "Sponge Bob" surgery hat.

Trent

Phillipians 4:13

13I can do everything through him who gives me strength.

Mask Time

The time is gettting closer............

Allison and Cindy left for Bloomington yesterday afternoon for the start of some tests and to get fitted for her radiation mask. Don't ask me what the mask is all about, I just know that you need one. I am sure it is to protect your face and areas that do not require treatment. Tomorrow (10/27), Allison will have a procedure to install "BB's" into her skull. The way I understand, and I could be wrong, they are used as markers to make sure she's lined up for the radiation treatments.

Cindy and I thank you all for the prayers and we ask that you continue during this nerving time. Also keep Tyler and Timothy in your prayers as the three of us learn to manage more time together and take care of the house while Mom is in Bloomington with sis.

Yesterday , Pastor Jim, gave a message that I really needed to hear. Isn't amazing how

God works that way? It was about how God allows to be overwhelmed so we draw closer to Him. Over the years I am sure many of you have heard "He won't allow you to go through more than you can handle". Well, that's not the way that verse should be interepreted. I Cor. 10:13 talks about temptation and that God will provide a way out of that temptation. It doesn't say that you won't be tested or go through trials. In fact plan being overwhelmed at some point! It's about our Heavenly Father wanting that relationship and wants us to cast our burdens to Him. If we only had to go through small things, eventually some would think they didn't need Him anymore. As for me, I am now trying to let go, because I can't fix the situation on my own.

I would be a liar if I didn't admit that I have felt overwhelmed a lot lately. I know my wife has been too. As all of you know it is a lot harder to have your children go through something like this rather than yourself. But, with God's help, we will overcome! And we will be stronger because of it.

Until next time..............

James 1: 2-4

2Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. 4Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

Trent

The Latest

First of all, I want to apologize for not updating this blog. Course, there may not be anybody reading it anyway. But, it's good therapy for me.

It's been a busy fall for my family. Golf season for Allison has wrapped up. The Fairfield Girls won their first ever...anything really. They won the NECC Conference Tourney. It was about time these girls got some "hardware" for their hard work and accomplishments. Allison was one of four Fairfield girls to receive All-Conference. She was actually third over all in the tournament.

Tyler has his last 8th grade football game tomorrow night at Central Noble. They've had some tough games and a couple really good games. I am really proud of Ty for how hard he's worked and how I've never really seen him get down about losing a game. We usually talk about things he can work on and he seems to focus on getting better and contributing to the team.

Timothy had his last PFL game this past Saturday. They won to finish the season undefeated. In the last game he actually scored a touchdown! He was absolutely thrilled. Tim has really gotten into football and had moments where he surprised me at his aggressiveness. That makes a Dad proud!

Now for the latest on Allison and her treatments. The time is coming really fast! Allison begins the treatments on November 17th at MPRI in Bloomington. Thus begins six weeks! I know she is anxious about starting and getting it over with so she can go on with her life. Cindy and I know that she is strong and that our Heavenly Father is definitely with her. But, the pain you feel when your child is going through something like this can be overwhelming. We are so proud of her, not necessarily for what she's done, but how she's done it. She has not been shy on sharing her faith and we couldn't be anymore proud of her for that alone. Please keep her in your prayers.

Also, don't forget her brothers. It will be a tough time not having Mom and Sis at home with us. It's not something I'm not looking forward to either. We like to be home together and especially during the Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Years holiday season. It will be a learning and growing experience for all of us.