Sunday

Jordan is on his 4th day of chemo tomorrow. He's doing really well and we've been chasing him around the halls trying to keep up with him. He got to share a room with his cousin Ben who went home this morning. We are glad he is home but it was nice to be together if we have to be here. We've appreciated all the fun visitors. Can't wait to get our of here on Tuesday.

The Results

Jordan had his scans today. The results are kind of ambiguous but for the most part they said it was unchanged. There is one area that looks better than before (not sure if it is just a more clear scan or a change). But, it means the surgery might be less invasive. We're disappointed there isn't dramatic miraculous news, but are hoping that things will continue to change for the better. He starts his 3rd round of the new 5 day chemo tomorrow. Then, he will have one more the beginning of November and then the surgery sometime toward the end of November.

wake up Jesus!

i've always sort of considered myself one that would be sleeping soundly next to Jesus when the disciples came to him during the panic of the storm (Matthew 8:23-27). After all the miracles he had previously performed and considering His power, for sure I wouldn't be one too alarmed. And i especially wouldn't want to be one of those included in on the "O ye of little faith" group. Probably a pride issue for me. A few days ago, though, something happened to jar my reality. It was the middle of the night and Jordan was having another pain episode (of which Becky and I could only helplessly look on) And in the midst of our "why" questions and weariness, it suddenly dawned on me that i would actually have been the very disciple who, not only would have suggested waking the 'Master" up, but would have volunteered to be the first to try and roust Him from His sleep. I've never quite looked at this Bible story from such a desparate point of view. Presently, I feel like I am in the midst of trying to wake Him up in hopes that He will calm our storm and save Jordan's life. I wonder how maddening the storm got before the disciples actually did wake Him. It just says the waves were coming over the boat? How long was it before things got too desparate? In the waiting time for this storm to pass, we are seeking Him and His power. Jordan's next scans (which will detect cancer reduction or growth) are Thursday morning. We are setting aside Wednesday as a day of prayer and fasting in hopes of seeing God's miraculous hand of healing. After our mid-week Bible study at church (Calvary Fellowship- Mountlake Terrace), we will gather for a special time of prayer (approx 8:30pm). Whatever God might place upon your heart to do on this purposeful day, would be a great encouragement to us. Again, I speak as one and for the whole, the Busby family is so grateful for all that others have done to sustain us through our "dark hour".
BIG love,
the Busbys

Home

We're home. Kind of dragging, but not in the hospital.

Tubes

Jordan got a feeding tube today. We were hoping to avoid it, but I guess it is good now it is in. They are thinking it will make him feel a lot better and give him some good nutrition to help get past all this sickness. So now we are dealing with 3 tubes. We have all had enough.

Slowly Better

Jordan is slowly getting better. They think he probably has a new virus as unbelievable as that is. He is here getting fluids and I would guess we'll go home late today or tomorrow

unexpected hospital stay

"Red eye special" coming on as we are near the midnight hour...just got out of ER and transferred to 2nd floor room 2014 (arrived at 5:30pm). Jordan has picked up another bug of some sort. Lots and lots of puke and diarhea last couple of days. I'll leave it at that as far as specifics go. We'll be here an undetermined amount of time. We are grateful for Parents/Grandparents. Thanks u guys for the relentless love and support delivered at any given moment. Tonight is Grandma Cheryl covering the other little ones. Luke 17:10

ps thanks maggie and eric