Wayne has been transferred to a new room. Room number 130 at Parker Adventist Hospital. He can now have visitors with no restrictions. This means the kids. :)
This moment, Caeden is crawling all over Wayne. Asking questions, pushing buttons, and saying over and over, "I sure do miss you!"
The room is already covered in drawings (of cement trucks and volcanos) and I can already see improvement in both Wayne and Caeden.
Here is what is going on:
1. We are moving Wayne to MD Anderson (University of Texas Hospital) Cancer Center ASAP. They have an Adult Sarcoma Cancer Center - just about as specialized as it comes for Wayne. We are so blessed to have collegues and friends who were able to give us a referral to MD and now we are waiting for: 1) The case manager to help us with the transfer 2) Wayne's current Oncologist to evaluate him to see if: a) it is possible for him to fly b) if treatment can be started here and then continued there or if he can just start down there (it would mean getting to Houston tonight or tomorrow - otherwise, chemo will have to start here because he has no time to wait).
Wayne's sister is flying in today, and my brother and sister in law will be here in (Denver) or Houston to help us. Wayne's parents, my mom, dad, sister, and Jordan are all here now helping with the kids, helping with the house, food, with everything. It has been a God send to have everything run as smooth as it has so that Wayne can have constant company.
As soon as I know what direction/location we are headed for, I will let you all know. We are feeling anxious to get started, but hopeful and optomistic that our plan is the right one.
For now, we still ask for your prayers for Wayne's strength, wisdom for his doctors, and for God to hold us all in his hands as we fight this.
Thank you for all of your support. I hear there is a Facebook support group, although I haven't had time to check it out. I think if you search for "Wayne Koop Support Group" or "Kristin Rozier" you'll be able to find it.
Wayne said he was going to blog today, so look for a posting from him - I know you are all anxious to hear from him.
3.12.2009
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Sounds like you all will be in the best hands. That is good news! Janene and I are looking for the support group, don't see it. When you have a chance let us know where to find it. Perhaps it isn't up yet. Hugs to all of you. Been thinking/praying the last 2 days. Love you!
ReplyDeleteHow quickly life can change. I will pray for Wayne and family on this new journey. It is amazing how much family by your side at times like this is such a blessing.
ReplyDeleteThe Lord watches over you-the Lord is your shade at your right hand. Psalm 121:5
I went to facebook and searched under groups and put in Koop, Wayne, and it came right up Paula. Hope that helps
ReplyDeleteI am happy to know that you are being surrounded by your families...thank you for the updates, you all continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong and know that you are loved by many.
ReplyDeletexoxo cat
I wish I could be there to help out in some way - will you please let me know if there is anything at all that I can do from here?? Well please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and that I love you very much - I'm here if you need me! xoxo J
ReplyDeleteI might be able to change my flight to Houston instead. Let me know wherever I need to be!
ReplyDeleteHi Wayne,
ReplyDeleteJust want you to know that my Wife and I have you and your family in our prayers. May the Lord bless you all and heal you.
JT & Jo-Ann
Sheridan, WY
Thank you.. We did find the group. It is titled
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Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. You haven't left my mind (or my heart) since I heard the news. If there is anything I can do, please remember that I am here for you! The best of luck to all of you!! Kellie
ReplyDeleteWell, first let me say that your faith is a real testament to the rest of us. God will carry you through this, just keep resting in that knowledge.
ReplyDeleteSecond, we will be praying for you daily. I can't imagine what you are going through but I will ask God to lighten yours and Waynes burden.
Stay strong. Vent when you need to, and rest when you can. Hugs and Prayers, Carisa
Thanks for the update. We can not wait to be there with you guys and help out any way we can. The kids are praying every night for their Uncle Wayne and they want to send all their love to him. We love you!!!
ReplyDeleteGlad that the kids can be there, Wayne and Val! Let us know when he gets transferred..we'll be there. Lyons'
ReplyDeleteThank you for keeping this blog! We can keep informed and you can stay engaged where you are. We all at South Park United Church of Christ here in Rapid City and wider community hold your whole family in prayer. We are with you.
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