Sitting in the chemotherapy room today, passed my blood test, got hooked up to my IV, premeds are flowing to aid with the nausea and other side effects, but then got pulled in to see the doctor to check out the rash and blisters on my hands. After much discussion he decided I should see a dermatologist before continuing chemo. Just a precaution but he didn’t want to flood my body with those toxic drugs if I am having a serious reaction. Some quick calls to my dermatologist for an emergency appointment tomorrow, the IV was removed, and I was sent on my way.
Feeling disappointed because I thought I would have passed the half-way point today. Praying for a good resolution at the dermatologist office so I can have chemo tomorrow (feels kind of strange that I want chemo especially since I was trying to talk my mom into taking me to the zoo down the street from my oncologist today instead of to my chemo appointment!)
But it also reminded me of my reading this morning in God’s Word. I raise the war cry and say to cancer, “Prepare for battle, and be shattered! Prepare for battle and be shattered! Devise your strategy, but it will be thwarted; propose your plan but it will not stand, for God is with us.” Isaiah 8:10
I am eager for the battle because I know I don’t fight it alone. “You are my lamp, O Lord; the Lord turns my darkness into light. With your help I can advance against a troop; with my God I can scale a wall.” 2 Samuel 22:29,30
I can trust in God to get me through this. “It is God who arms me with strength and makes my way perfect. He makes my feet like the feet of a deer; he enables me to stand on the heights. He trains my hands for battle.” 2 Samuel 22:33-35
I will not back down because God is giving me strength. “I pursued my enemies and crushed them; I did not turn back till they were destroyed. I crushed them completely, and they could not rise; they fell beneath my feet. You armed me with strength for the battle; you made my adversaries bow at my feet.” 2 Samuel 22:38-40
Cancer’s goin’ down!!!
ahealingpath 
Jul 12, 2012 @ 04:16:13
I love my mom!
Jul 12, 2012 @ 16:40:52
Kate,
I love you too, my sweet daughter, with all my heart!
XOXOOO
Jul 12, 2012 @ 05:15:37
Thanks so much Erin. I’m sorry for the delay…being halfway through is a huge marker. I’m glad the Doctor is concerned for you and treating you with individual care. I love your verses, and resolve. I join you in your war cry!!!! Cancer is GOING DOWN!
Jul 12, 2012 @ 16:42:35
Kim,
Thank you so much for your encouragement and for joining me in the battle!!
Love and hugs, E
Jul 12, 2012 @ 05:23:58
Dear Erin-
This post brought me a smile (and also a small bit of laughter)
🙂
Keep on fighting. God will always be here to provide for you!!
If God is for us, who can be against us? (Romans 8:31 NET)
Jul 12, 2012 @ 16:44:16
Jenayu,
I love the verse in Romans 8. Thank you for the reminder. Amen and amen!!!
Jul 12, 2012 @ 06:32:22
I remember the day Katie learned of your diagnosis and am amazed that you have already come so far. She told me then that you are a strong and amazing woman – clearly, you are not one to back down from a fight. I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Jul 12, 2012 @ 16:46:02
Heather,
Thank you so much for taking the time to read my blog, for your warm and encouraging thoughts, and especially for your prayers.
Blessings to you!
Erin
Jul 12, 2012 @ 14:13:07
Erin, These were such cool battle cry affirmations that you found from the Bible, I had to post it on my facebook page! Thanks so very much for sharing them. Who knows how they are going to help so many others.
Jul 12, 2012 @ 16:54:07
Jane Catherine (Do you go by both names?),
Thank you for following my blog and for your encouraging words! I love the fierce determination in the battle cry scriptures. I’m glad you did too! I hope they give strength to all who read them.
Jul 12, 2012 @ 17:53:26
I just go by “Jane” but answer to just about anything! Those scriptures you shared will arrive with the power in which they were first spoken. Never fear!
Jul 12, 2012 @ 20:08:32
So sorry to hear that this session of chemo is delayed, but precaution is always best. You are an amazing woman so I’m not surprised that you are an amazing “warrior” also. Attitude is a choice and we know that God helps those who help themselves. You’re doing everything right to kick this evil disease! Many prayers are being said in Oregon for you.
Jul 18, 2012 @ 00:06:29
Thanks Deena! I was able to have chemo on Thursday and today starting to feel more normal. Hooray!! I so appreciate your kind words and prayers. I trust God to get me throught this. Hugs to you and the family 🙂
Jul 12, 2012 @ 20:54:58
Deena led me to your blog. You are doing such an amazing, inspiring thing, Erin. I am so glad to see that you are able to be positive and maintain faith throughout your cancer fight. I can attest to what Deena said about prayers be said up here in Oregon for you.
Jul 18, 2012 @ 00:09:00
Hi Carolyn!
Thank you for taking the time to read my blog and for your encouraging words. I know God is with me and will get me through. Thanks so much for your prayers!
Big hugs, Erin
Jul 13, 2012 @ 19:50:36
Keep up the fight and the inspiring attitude!! We love you.
– Mike, Jena and the boys
Jul 18, 2012 @ 00:13:09
Thanks Mike, Jena, and boys!! Love to all of you 🙂
Jul 14, 2012 @ 06:42:54
Don’t be afraid, for I will protect you. I call you by name, you are mine. (Isaiah 43:1b NET)
Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. (Isaiah 43:5a NET)
🙂
Jul 18, 2012 @ 00:15:13
Hi Jenayu,
Such great verses to remember at this time! Thank you for sharing.
Jul 17, 2012 @ 03:03:08
Lord bring that cancer Down!! Amen!
Jul 18, 2012 @ 00:15:51
Yes!! Thank you and AMEN!!
Jul 18, 2012 @ 23:34:09
Erin, although this must be a difficult time for you, know that you are such a source of inspiration to us and we are all here by your side. Like you said CANCER’S GOIN’ DOWN! And I just wanted to let you know that I nominated you for the Lovely Blog Award! It is much deserved, so congratulations!! 🙂 http://hurdlestohappiness.wordpress.com/2012/07/18/one-lovely-blog-award/
Jul 20, 2012 @ 05:00:26
Thank you!! I appreciate your warm thoughts and walking this road with me. I am honored by the nomination. Thank you.
Jul 19, 2012 @ 20:39:14
Go girl go! Thank you for the wonderful spiritual scriptures. They definitely fill one with strength when reading them and will give many encouragement to fight on!
Jul 20, 2012 @ 05:01:04
Thanks so much for your encouragement!!
Jul 20, 2012 @ 04:24:12
Be strong in the Lord and remember that I’ll be praying for you. I just did it. Over 4 years ago we went through such a phase but things didn’t work out as we anticipated but God is faithful and He knows best… All the best and take care!
Jul 20, 2012 @ 05:29:42
Thank you! I am trusting God through this and believe that the outcome is up to Him. HE is God and am I not. I rest in knowing that I am in His hands.