Update: The stitches pulled out. We are heading to LR to have them put back in.

Mike continues to do well. He has had a tiny trouble with headaches and fatigue this week, which likely could be from either drug he's receiving for treatment. He automatically takes an anti-nausea medication prior to taking the oral chemotherapy to keep on top of those side-effects. So far, so good.

He has had a good appetite. I'm still struggling with getting him to drink more fluids. The doctor told us in Houston, labs showed Mike dehydrated, and strongly suggested he drink more. But Mike can be stubborn, and this is an area he resists me on.

There is a slight concern about his stitches that hold in the right biliary drain. They don't appear secured to me, and I even think the tube may have pulled out a pinch, but Mike doesn't want to have it looked at right now. The skin on that side stays moist and covered with dressing, because it is the one that leaks from time to time. I tried to leave it uncovered today, so that maybe the air would toughen up that skin around the tube opening. We bandaged the area below it to absorb any fluids. But one day didn't seem to help. That stitch seems to be in an area where it could easily be accidentally pulled out. If that happens; we head back to Little Rock to get it fixed...which could be a little hassle since Mike hasn't been fully approved for his medical insurance coverage. We're praying that will come in soon, so we could rest easier.

So these are a few areas where we would really appreciate your prayers for. Thank you so much for caring so deeply about us. You are such a blessing and comfort to us.

"I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth." Psalm 34:1