Day 2 Treatment

Hi All,

Just a short update following my admission yesterday.

I had an excellent first night, managing to get some good sleep (no change there) inspite of the various chemo pack changes. Also managed to open a window behind my bed to get some fresh cool air - why are hospitals so hot? No side effects to report from the chemo (have had doses of both drugs being used in my treatment) thankfully - I think my hair is still there!

I forgot to mention that a bonus of the delay on Thursday in being admitted was that I was able to take part in a healing prayer session with some friends in Silverstone. The session left me feeling cleansed and even more at peace. Many thanks to Allan, Ruth, Ben and Olya (my late Mum's middle name by the way).

I want to share two scriptures that have given me (and are continuing to give me) huge comfort and strength.

Isaiah 46:4 - This was the first thing I read after being diagnosed.

Even to your old age and grey hairs I am he,
Who will sustain you.
I have made you and I will carry you;
I will sustain you and I will rescue you.

Isaiah 43:2 - This passage has particular relevance to the chemo (rivers/water) and the radiotherapy (fire) I will be undergoing.

When you pass through the waters, I will be with you;
And when you pass through the rivers,
They will not sweep over you.
When you walk through the fire ,
You will not be burned;
The flames will not set you abalze.

Time to start the Babylon 5 odysey!

Thanks again to you all.

Stephen