God is Good

Philippians 4:6
Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.

I'm not good at memorizing verses, but this is a verse I made a point to memorize this week. Philippians 4 was part of our church's daily reading this week and that book was meant for me this week. I have been worrying so much these last few weeks about Grace and the possibility of her getting a fever and being hospitalized. In my mind, I had planned on an admission and was just waiting for that fever. I didn't think we would be out of the weeds until mid-week next week.
This morning we had an appointment. I expected her White Blood Cells (WBCs) and ANC to be 0. I also assumed she would need a blood and platelet transfusion, because she's looking pretty pale and has lots of bruises on her body.
God far exceeded my expectations this morning. She did not need a transfusion of Red Blood Cells or Platelets and her ANC was 294! Not only was her ANC 294, she has a lot of baby WBCs that are going to keep making more, which will raise her ANC even more. The doctor and nurse said she's on her way back up! I was totally amazed. I told God what I needed and I will thank Him for all He has done. He is such a good God and has blessed us so much.
Looking back at the last 7 months, things have gone so much better than we could've hoped for. She is just 2 weeks away from Maintenance and has only been hospitalized once for a fever. She also has remained strong and has not needed braces on her legs. He has heard our constant prayer to protect her and keep her strong.
I'm feeling especially overjoyed with all of this news, because she may never drop her counts again, she may never need a transfusion again and her ankles are going to most likely get stronger and stronger! God has held us so close through all of us and has revealed Himself to us in new ways. I pray that He will show us how we can share Grace's story with others and encourage others going through similar circumstances.