Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Going Home

Quick update while I wait for Katie's transport to radiation to arrive. We will be heading home today! Just need to get radiation done, home meds sorted,and wait to discharge. We will be keeping on the same program of IV pain and nausea meds at home; I think I'm greeting close to having my homeschool nursing degree. Also found out that we were scheduled for 10 radiation treatments (six more after today). In the rush to get her started we didn't have a chance to go over the full details of how many and what the schedule would be, now we do.

168 comments:

i {heart} papers said...

So happy to hear! Take it easy and rest but enjoy your time home.

Angelica Suarez said...

So happy to read you are leaving the hospital!! Praying for you ... take care, thank you for keeping us updated!

Anonymous said...

I'm so thankful for this.
Hugs,
emily

LaurieJ said...

Hurray!! What wonderful news - you are taking Katie home!! Your short term goal is being met. I am very happy for all of you. Hugs to you all, and as always, I'm keeping you in my prayers.

Anonymous said...

Wonderful news! xx

AJ said...

SUCH great news!! Hurry home, get better and get a new photo on the porch with ALL three kids now!! Happy to hear- stay Strong Katie!!!!

Ashley Newell said...

Praise God!!!! I could not be happier to hear this news! Praying for Katie and your family, everyday! Giant hugs for all of you!

Linda said...

So happy to hear this!! The boys must be so happy too.
Let us know when you are ready Kevin, we can take up a collection and set you up for the Nursing exam! lol
Praise God!!

Christine said...

God is good! Glad to hear the news, now you can have the picture taken with all three boys.

Unknown said...

Praising God for the wonderful news! Homeschool nursing degree, Kevin- you should pass with flying colors! Glad for you, Katie and the boys to all be together at home once again.
In Christ's love,
Kathy

Diana said...

Totally awesome; I'm so happy to hear that you get to go home!

June K said...

I's so glad to hear you are going home. Hugs.

Lesa said...

Woooooohooooooo! I woke up in the middle of the night last night and prayed for you all! God is an awesome God!

Joan V said...

So thankful that you are going home, Katie, to be with your family. Stay strong and know that your blogging family is constantly praying for you and your family.

Hugs and prayers
Joan

Carolyn King said...

Hooray!!! :)

Candy F. said...

Awesome news that you are all going home. Can't wait to see a new picture of Katie and the boys on the porch with her beautiful smile! Much love and prayers to all of you.

Jak Heath said...

Superb news, thank you Matron Kevin for the update. So pleased for you both.

Anonymous said...

So glad to hear Katie is going home. Praying for your entire family. Thanks for the update!

Carla S. said...

So happy to hear that Katie is going home! I know how much this means to your whole family. Continuing to keep you all in my prayers.

Judy Rozema said...

What fabulous news!! Continued prayers coming your way!

Lorraine said...

Yay! So happy to hear Katie is going home. Thank you for keeping us updated, Kevin. Continuing to pray for you all!

Unknown said...

YEA!! What a fabulous answer to prayer!! So happy for you all!! Continued love and prayers!

Lynn Mercurio said...

There's NO place like home and no where else is as comforting. Blessings to you all.

Sue from Oregon said...

You will all feel so much more comfortable at home. Thinking about you and your family.

ThePurplePlace said...

Wonderful NEWS!! That brings you one step closer to taking that new photo of Katie and all three boys!!

I'm also happy to know that Katie has improved to a point, where she can go HOME. There is NO place like home and I know that whenever I have been in the hospital, or even away...I have always looked forward to going HOME!

Keeping you ALL in my thoughts and prayers! Thank you again for sharing this update!

Lori Craig said...

Good news to hear that you'll all be together at home. Still praying ~

Gina said...

Glad your able to get home:D Genuinely hoping all that radiation does the trick :D XXX

Unknown said...

I'm sure you are so glad to be going home, more comfortable and more rest. Hospitals are hard to get rest for sure! I am praying for all of you, and praying that the radiation does it's job, and that things go smoothly with it. Hugs & Lots of prayers! Leah Ann

Jennie said...

Such wonderful news!!! praying for you all.

Marsha said...

Hooray! See you soon at home.

Elaine aka Quixotic said...

So happy to hear this news. :) Really hoping that the radiation treatments work well for Katie.

~E x

WENDY said...

Been out crafting all day and then come home to this fantastic news. Well done Katie., achieve your short term goal Kevin. Look forward to seeing the photo and Katie's big smile.
Will stil remember you in my prayers.
Wendy xxxx

Whimcees said...

Hello Kevin!

So happy that Katie will be home again with her family! Thank you for your updates - I check the blog every day throughout the day.

Hey Katie!

So glad to see your post on Sunday! I am keeping you in my prayers every day and hope that the radiation treatments are successful! You stay strong! Sending you love and good wishes!

Hugs,

Barbara Diane

Robyn said...

Wow! Better than a birthday!! Love and hugs from Robyn

LouLou said...

Wonderful news!!! I'm so so happy for all of you!!!
Sending all the best across the Ocean!

Meredith MacRitchie said...

Wonderful news!!! Your family must be so thrilled.

And I would say you'll have earned your nurse's badge by now ;)

Jane said...

Oh that is fabulous news! Hoping and hoping that this new treatment works. hugs, Jane xxx

Shirley said...

Thanks for the updates, hubby! She is so luck to have you!! Hugs to you both and glad to know she is going home. I bet she can't wait to be in her own bed again!! Hugs to your children too. :-) Sending all of you strength and wellness energy.

Julia Aston said...

what wonderful news! I'm sure Katie will feel better being home with her family, and sleeping in her own bed! Not to mention it will be easier on you I'm sure!

Katie - I'm thinking of you today!

Margie Higuchi said...

Keeping the faith that the trip home is a smooth one :) What great news!!

Much thoughts and prayers for the road ahead!!! xo

Glenda J said...

Terrific news... thanks for the update.

Anonymous said...

terrific! You're on the mend! M

susanc said...

Happy that Katie is able to go home. Praying that the pain and nausea meds work well and that she feels better. Thank you so much for keeping us updated.

Anonymous said...

Great news! Enjoy your time as a family and get those photos done. Love from across the ocean in scotland. Elaine

Lisa H. said...

this makes my heart happy.....home is where she needs to be. always, thoughts and prayers! oh, and hug, too!

Bobbi-Lynn said...

That is such wonderful news!! I am sure Katie will be so much more comfortable at home - and you of course! Looking forward to seeing that new pic of Katie and the boys!!

cropmom66 said...

I have come upon your story from another blog. It really hit home with me. My best friend, whom I had known since kindergarten (30+ years ago), passed away 8 years ago from stomach cancer, at the age of 37. Reading your story has brought back so many memories for me, good and bad. She left behind a husband, and two young children. She was very strong, and put up a good fight, but this terrible disease took her. I am thinking of you, and praying for you. I was so glad to hear the radiation was helping, and that you were able to go home. I can't imagine how happy that must make you, and your family. Stay strong.

Kevin...thank you so much for the updates. Katie is so lucky to have you.

Mel said...

Awesome news that you guys are heading home! Hoping to see a whole series of photos of Katie and the boys on your porch, and don't forget to make sure you are in the photos too Kevin!! Sending lots of strength and love from Australia xxxxx

Cat said...

Such great news! I am so happy for all of you! Continuing with thoughts ad prayers!

Joan B said...

so happy you both got your wish. I hope to see a picture of all 5 of you smiling on the porch.

Dinahsoar said...

Praise God from Whom all blessings flow. I am continuing to pray for a miraculous healing.

Sherry Eckblad said...

What wonderful news to hear. Go home rest and enjoy each other.

Mary Friederichsen said...

Praise the Lord! Continuing to pray for the Miracle of healing.
a small Miracle has been granted in that the radiation is working, and for that I as so grateful! Now you can go home!!
That is the BEST news I have heard all week!!
Keep having Faith,stay strong and enjoy every moment.
Blessings and Hugs,
Mary

Marilyn Nimmo said...

So glad you are heading home. Hope you get to get another picture of her and the boys on the porch with that big smile on her face. Sending lots of prayers up for your family.

Brenda said...

YAY! What great news!! Katie, you are such a trooper! I can't wait to talk to you!!! I would agree that Kevin, you are getting close to that nursing degree!! You are amazing with the meds (must be that minor in chemistry??) :)

Kelly S. said...

Oh YES! I am so glad to see this note! YES (imagine me saying this again with a fist pump!!)

Jen said...

Hooray!!! Everything feels/looks better when you are home! Praise God!

kathlee said...

I am so happy for all of you! Continued prayers. Please enjoy every minute you have together and build many many precious memories. You all are so very special!
Blessings

Anonymous said...

Kevin, I'm a nurse and from what I've seen and heard, you definitely are ready to graduate! I am so happy that Katie is home and look forward to those porch pictures as well. All of the Renz family remains in my heart and my prayers.
Love,
Donna McEwen

gayle-rn said...

God Bless you Katie & Kevin-keep on fightin-I'm still and will continue to keep all of you in my prayers.Enjoy being home as a family.

Bernadette said...

Great news! I know that those daily trips to radiation won't be fun, but I pray that the radiation continues to give Katie the relief she needs. So glad that she is home where she needs to be.

judy said...

So happy for all of you that Katie
is going home. Keeping you in my
thoughts and prayers.

gramma jacki said...

Home sweet home. The Renz family together. Sweet memories to be made. Photos on the porch. Smiles all around. My heart feels happy tonight. <3

Kathy Mc said...

Hip, hip, hooray! I'm so happy that Katie gets to go home with you and the boys. That's fabulous news. All of you must be so excited ~ I know I am!

Turtle In The Sand said...

Whooo Hooo! God is Good! Now you can get that picture you wanted Kevin! Great news!!!!

Stephanie Gruss said...

I am so, so, so happy to hear that she is going home! Lots of love! - SG

Arielle H Gordon said...

Such happy news, praising God that Katie can be at home with her family!

~amy~ said...

Yahooooooooo...thee best news!!!

Tameko said...

Wonderful news. Continued prayers for Katie & Family!

IamDerby said...

Yay for being at home! Thanks for keeping us updated! sending you both love.

Libby Hickson said...

So happy to hear this news!! Hugs and prayers to you all.

Anonymous said...

I'm glad to hear your going home and can all be together. That is definately the best place to be.
I think of you all dozens of times a day and many prayers being said for you. Much love and hugs
from a friend in Utah

Davi said...

So glad to hear you are home and Im sure you are the bestest nurse Katie could have ;) Now get those pics done. Praying that these treatments do miracles. blessings

Tammy V said...

I am so happy to hear she is coming home. There is nothing better than being home! Your family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers! Take Care!

Anonymous said...

I agree that going home is a true blessing. Thinking of Katie each day and remembering you all in prayer.

Susan@Cardmaking-Companion said...

Good news!

Rhonda AKA Thisgal said...

Such good news1 Enjoy your time at home with your loved ones Katie. Praying for you and your family.

Bligu said...

Katie, I am deeply touched with your story. I wish you all the best! Enjoy your home time and hope for the best!
Greetings from Poland ;)
Agata / bligu

Deirdre said...

So happy to hear that you are going home. Sending hugs to you all.

Junebugpins said...

So Happy Katie is going home right now...Halloween is right near...and maybe there will be a wonderful porch photo of Katie and her goblins~
Hugs, Prayers, to you guys right now....

Becky Jo said...

So happy to hear that you are going home! I'm sure the boys will be happy to have their Mom home, too! Good luck with everything, Katie and Kevin. I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers. Hugs!!

Clare said...

Yay for going home! happy to hear it!

Shazza said...

lovely to hear you are getting home, good luck with the treatment
x

Mary Sara said...

Happy that you are going home. I know it is always more comfortable at home. Praying for you all.

Lisa S. said...

Now THIS made my day !!
XOXOXO

Barb- NICUGypsy said...

such wonderful news! God wants you to get that picture of Katie and the boys on the porch too. Get someone to take one with ALL of you in it. So glad things made another sharp curve aimed home! God bless and prayers continue.

barb

Anonymous said...

Praise the Lord!!!

Carol F

Sheri said...

I am so happy for you all. I agree with everyone. It will be picture time. As far as the nursing degree, you have certainly earned it along with Husband of the Year! Katie is one lucky lady to have you.

Susan said...

Thank you for the update. It will be good for all of you to have Katie home. And I love your comment about the homeschool nursing degree!

Grandma Nancy said...

And you will make a fine nurse, Kevin! LOL I'm sure you never pictured yourself in this role, but I know you will do everything possible to make her comfortable. Hang in there, we are all praying so hard! Hugs!
Nancy

Michelle said...

Good to hear Kevin. It's "nice" to hear that you have humour still through everything...

jen del muro said...

SO HAPPY to hear this! Keep swimming Katie!! LOTSA HUGS-JD

Anonymous said...

Wonderful news

Craft Accident said...

Great news! Glad to hear you are home where you belong.

Eleanor said...

This is such good news, hospitals are never the most comfortable or comforting places to be. And you'll be at home with the boys - so pleased for you all! Take care x x

Ann M. said...

I have been checking back daily to see how Katie has been doing-so glad to hear that you are going home! I keep your family in my prayers daily-I know the Lord is listening!

Jodene said...

I was happy to check in and see this news, it's great that you are able to take Katie home from the hospital.
Thankyou so much for keeping us updated. Thinking of you all xx

Marilyn said...

Oh how wonderful for all of you. Short term goal met. We're still praying with you for a full and complete recovery. Kevin, after you take the photo of Katie and the boys be sure to grab a neighbor/friend to get one of you there with them. You certainly deserve it with all the nursing homeschooling instruction you've had lately. God bless you all. <<<<>>>>

Barb said...

What GREAT news for you all! So happy to hear this! Hugs...

Queen Mary said...

Wonderful news! Happy resting at home!

jengd said...

Simply put, YAY!

Jodi Collins said...

That is SUCH wonderful news! Hugs to all of you!!

Vicky said...

Great news!! Continue praying for all of you.

Suzi said...

Hurray! Praise the Lord! Katie's going home! I know the boys will be thrilled to have Mom there! Take those pictures now! Yippee!

Anonymous said...

Wonderful news! Thank you Jesus!

hugs to you all

Renee said...

So happy to hear Katie is going home! Keeping you all in my prayers and praising God for his mercy!

Hugs!

Cathy P in AZ said...

This is wonderful news! Sending continued prayers and positive thoughts and big hugs for all of you! Kevin - you are a blessing and a true pillar for Katie! Katie - keep fighting and have faith in miracles!

Skylark said...

I am so happy to hear that Katie is now home with her loveing family where she needs to be Kevin you are doing a wonderful job as nurse you really deserve a badge.
Thinking & praying for you all I would also love to see a photo of you all.
Hugs to all

Eileen

Dana Joy said...

Amen...amen...amen!!!! I'm so happy for both of you. Keep on pushing Katie and Kevin you are truly one of God's angels. You both are continually in my thoughts and prayers. Will pass on the good news to the men and women at Robins AFB. We are some praying warriors for your family. Bless you guys....my prayers for your continued strength has been answered.

Hugs
Dana Joy

Liz said...

Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers to all of you,

Anonymous said...

Happy to hear you are headed home Katie!

Sewflake said...

Welcome news to know that you are home again. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family tonight. Hold tight to each other and keep finding the joy in the little things.

jazzy pantz cards said...

Still Praying every day for you Katie. My heart and prayers are with you, your hubby and babies. <3

Karen said...

Fantastic news Kevin! I am so excited for you guys!

Be sure to take that photo on the porch that you so desperately wanted to get......that will be such a precious memory for you.

Take care of that beautiful girl of yours and your boys, but most importantly take care of yourself too!!

Karen
x

Anonymous said...

Wonderful!!! Continued prayers for all of you!

Erin and Mike Cristofaro

Jenny said...

WONDERFUL NEWS!!! sending lots of love and prayers!!!! xo

Jenny Suchin

tictacgal said...

Great news! Thank you Lord. :D

Sue Ann said...

Make sure you get that photo with the boys Katie and YOU ~~ I am so happy Katie is going home!!!

Tinkerbeth said...

I'm so glad you are going home! I haven't commented before, but I've visited your blog, and I am touched by your story. I am praying for you and your family. If I were there, I would give you and your family a big hug! Enjoy your homecoming!

Shawna Bates said...

Welcome home Katie. My kids and I pray for you and your family daily you and your families strength amaze me. May God's Grace Embrace you!
Shawna-Michigan

Unknown said...

Glad you are going home. I hope your family has some special moments together there. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Hugs,
True :D

Maarit at Violets Corner said...

Awesome news!

I'm keeping all of you in my prayers.

Warm hugs
Maarit

Grandma Nae Designs said...

I know that you don't know me Katie but I am a fellow CTMH Consultant who stumbled across your blog several month ago. I have been following your blog now for months and I want you to know what an inspiration you are to me. Your positive upbeat attitude is amazing. I remember you often in my prayers and just wanted you to know that even though we have never met I feel like I know you personally. Sending you my love and best wishes. RaNae Fennema

Jennipher said...

Hi Katie,

You don't know me and I've just recently ran across a gallery posting at SCS of a card someone had made for you. She included a link to your original story and I just had to stop for a moment and read, think of you, and pray for you. You will definitely be in my heart and on my mind and in continuous prayers. I believe in miracles and I am believing in one with you name on it.

Craft Accident said...

Home is where the best healing takes place!

Claire said...

Thanks for the updates Kevin, it is great to get Katie home so you can enjoy some special moments. What a great picture in the previous post, I hope you manage one with all of you together.
Lots of love
Claire xxxxx

Claudia said...

Wow good to hear you are going home! I came across your blog by what some would call coincedence but I don't really believe in that. I came across your blog simply to remember you and include you in my prayers which I will and I will pray hard for God to help you and your wonderful husband and your kids cross this dark valley. I pray for strength and a miracle of healing that will make you so healthy you will see your grandchildren graduate from the university med school sounds good for the twins kids lol! God
Bless you and make this an easier road for you and your family.

Chrisd said...

Hope you are able to get that family photo at home this week. Sending you all my thoughts and wishes for beautiful sunrises to share as a family.

Jean Cross said...

I have been away for the last six days and I want you to know that I thought about you all each and every day. I am so glad to hear that Katie is home and that you all will be together. Blessings, peace, comfort, and joy.

Jean Cross.

Pryn said...

I am so happy to hear that Katie is home! Welcome home Katie :)

Love, hugs and prayers to you all!

Unknown said...

Just thinking about you today Katie, hope you are doing o.k. Love & Prayers Leah Ann

Whimcees said...

Hello!

You are in my heart and prayers every day Katie girl and I check many times to see if there is an update. I hope the radiation treatments are helping!

Sending love and good wishes.

Hugs,

Barbara Diane

ErinM said...

I am hoping that the fact that it has been a few days since your post that that means you guys are doing well and are enjoying your time together! Continues prayers for Katie and your family!

Jeanne H said...

Hugs to you, Katie and extra big ones to Kevin. Blessings on the whole family. You are continually on my mind and in my prayers.

ameklus said...

So glad to hear Kevin got his wish of bringing you home. I have my family praying for you and your family. Stay strong, you are so lucky to have such a wonderful husband!
Hugs-
Annette

Anonymous said...

many blessings to you--
a friend from vermont

Helen L said...

Sunday, Oct. 23. Sent many prayers up for Katie and Kevin and your boys today. Hope you are feeling ok today Katie!! Hugs :-)

LouLou said...

Thinking of you. Every day.
Sending all my love and strength and comfort and best wishes to all of you. Across the Ocean.

Allie Cat's Creations said...

We are praying for you everyday! So glad you were able to go home. I hope you all are enjoying every minute together.

Deborah Frings said...

So pleased to read that you've gone home Katie. I hope that you, Kevin and the boys are enjoying your time together. I'm keeping you all in my thoughts and sending positive vibes - hugs to you all xx

Whimcees said...

Hello,

I am checking each day to see if there is an update. Sending you good wishes and many prayers.

God watch over you Katie and give you strength!

Hugs,

Barbara Diane

Whimcees said...

Hello Katie and Kevin!

I am praying every day that all is well. You are always in my thoughts.

Hugs,

Barbara Diane

Paula in Southern California said...

Katie and Kevin, you and the boys are in my thoughts and prayers during this precious time. Share lots of hugs with each other! Sending you much love....

Suzi said...

Just a quick note to let you know you are on my mind and in my heart and prayers today. . .All of you!
Hugz!

Unknown said...

Katie, Just wanted you to know that your on my heart and mind and in my prayers, day and night! Big Hugs!! Leah Ann

Holly said...

SOOOOO happy to read you both are heading home! As has already been mentioned numerous times, I hope you can get that picture together on the porch as family. Priceless! Sending thoughts to the entire family.

Queen Mary said...

Kevin and Katie, just want to send some love today. Mary

Harriet Skelly said...

I check in everyday - you are all in my thoughts and prayers always!
Hugs, Harriet

LouLou said...

Me too, I check in every day.
Sending all my love to all of you across the Ocean. I keep you in my thoughts and heart.

Lauren said...

So happy to hear this!!! Lots of thoughts and prayers for you guys.

Anonymous said...

Here's hoping "no news is good news" for you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers!

Shirley Clark said...

I find myself thinking of you and praying for you a lot. I also check several times a day for updates. Praying as anonymous about said, "no news is good news."

Marybeth said...

You and your family are in my prayers! Happy you will be going home.

spricetp said...

You and your sweet family are in my prayers.

ALTHEA said...

Hello, I pray everything is is as well as it can be under the circumstances. I like many others check the blog several times a day to see if there has been any new post. Not a fan of Facebook unfortunately. So just praying and hoping for good news.

Davi said...

Just checking in to see if any new news. I am praying that you are having special family time together and that Katie is in minimal pain.

Claire Anne said...

I think of you all often. So sending lots of love to all of you xx

Caroline Hackney said...

Each day I check to see if there's any more news. Know that you are loved and being upheld in prayer!

Malka in CA said...

I think about you all often during the day, and check for news as often as I can. Everyone at my house is holding you in their hearts.

Pat said...

Praying for you, Katie.

Allie Cat's Creations said...

As others have posted.. I also check often for new updates and pray "no news is good news". Praying your family is enjoying every minute together and that you all are at peace right now. It's never too late for a miracle!

Jeanne H said...

Katie ~ Sending smiles, hugs and prayers to all of you.

Unknown said...

Thinking of you all, praying for peace, comfort and healing.
hugs,
Kathy

Whimcees said...

Hello Katie and Kevin,

Continuing to pray for you every day. Sending hugs and good wishes.

You are in my thoughts.

Barbara Diane

Anonymous said...

You are in my thoughts.
Peace & Hugs, Vina

POSH said...

Hi Katie...I'm new to your blog...i just wanted to say that I am happy that u will be at home....I will also keep you & your family in my prayers. I am praying for strength physically, emotionally and spiritually for you.
Many warm hugzz to you...

gayle-rn said...

Hi Katie and Kevin,haven't seen a post but I also have not been online for awhile.Just praying you 2 are holding together and that you Katie are doing well and pain controlled. My prayers are still with you and will continue. God Bless you and your family.
Gayle

Anonymous said...

This poem I read is not attributed to an author but it spoke to me and I wanted to share it with you.
We all have faced times when those we loved are in the final stages of life. It is hard to let go of someone we love so much.
Katie is loved by many and her presence will remain long after physical self is gone. Katie will always be present...her radiant smile, her joyful spirit and the memories you have shared for the many years you have spent together. Katie is special and I feel honored to have been able to get to know her through this blog

"What is dying? I am standing on the seashore. A ship sails to the morning breeze and starts for the ocean. She is an object of beauty and I stand watching her till at last she fades on the horizon, and someone at my side says, "She is gone." Gone where? Gone from my sight, that is all; she is just as large in mast and hull and spar as she was when I saw her, and just as able to bear her load of living freight to its destination.

The diminished size and total loss of sight is in me, not in her; and just at the moment when someone at my side says, "She is gone," there are others who are watching her coming,and other voices take up the glad shout, "There she comes!"--and that is dying."

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