super

Isaiah had appointments last Wednesday and today. His blood and liver are looking good. His back appears to be about the same. He's been complaining of stomach pain recently and isn't eating well, which we're just keeping a eye on. Overall his attitude is great.

Together we're memorizing parts of Psalm 138, which includes these words: When I called, you answered me; you made me bold and stouthearted... and The LORD will fulfill his purpose for me; your love, O LORD, endures forever - do not abandon the works of your hands.

Here's a good shot of Isaiah with his godfather and our dear friend, Steve.

great break

We are feeling very grateful for our recent family vacation. We enjoyed lots of unscheduled time which was a welcomed change. Isaiah felt good the whole time. He consistently played hard so he got tired. But, other than his daily 3-hour fast and oral chemo, he was free from the common reminders of his battle.

He's got doctor's appointments this and next Wednesday. We're also trying persistently, but so far unsuccessfully, to get in to see the orthopedic surgeon whose advice we need to know how to proceed with chemotherapy and steroids. Please pray we'll be able to meet with him soon. We've been trying to get an appointment for a couple months and feel time is critical.

Low Tide

disneyland!

beautiful

On June first, our family had the privilege of being photographed by Michael Corsentino and Dennis Urbiztondo as a gift and expression of support. (You can see more shots and read more at our friend Martha's site). They captured some AMAZING images. We're looking forward to sharing some of them with you in the upcoming weeks. (The photo above was taken by local photographer Alexandra Frankel.)

Isaiah's appointment this week went well. He's feeling a little queasy but has a great attitude. Thanks for praying for him...

Celebrating Isaiah

Thank you for celebrating Isaiah's baptism with us!

We have more to celebrate!

Jedi Master Isaiah Oates can read Set 1 of the Bob Books.

He had a great close of the season game, catching an out at first base and ripped the ball out to right field to end the game! He also dodged the catcher to score safely at home.

Very close to being water safe, Isaiah has almost mastered his next Jedi challenge: swimming lessons. Check in later this week to check out pictures of his backstroke and knee dive into the deep end.

He lovingly and excitedly received communion for the first time yesterday. His sweet heart is a gift to all of us.

Thank you for celebrating our joys. As we enter week 4 of our Third course of Maintenance we pray for strength for Isaiah's bones. His steroids have been cut in half for the remainder of treatment but the doses we have left can still produce continued bone loss. Pray for us as we seek God's wisdom. We will be at Sutter Memorial this Wednesday, June 18. Isaiah will receive chemotherapy through this port (Vincristine) and will begin a shortened course of steroids.

a great day