Bumps and Stumbles

This week we learned that Brent has malignant ascites. What that means in medical terms I can not tell you. Here is what I do know. His appetite is nonexistent. He is uncomfortable all the time and he has zero energy. He has lost at least 30 pounds over less than two months.

Friday morning, after his second paracentesis, he became violently ill. So here we are at Sky Ridge Medical Center for what I hope and pray is his only night. I pray that nothing derails him from starting the next clinical trial on Tuesday. We have been presented with many things that could be going on. My hope is that he has some kind of bacteria that will dissipate once the antibiotics he is being treated with start working.

Through all these bumps in the road I remind myself to cling to my faith. This path is not easy, but we were chosen to walk it for a reason. If my words or our story helps just one person in any way, that would truly be humbling. So I keep writing not only to inform our village, but also as part of my therapeutic process.



Please keep those prayers and positive thoughts coming 🙏 I will do my best to provide another update during the next few days. I will let you know what we need help with as soon as we have more information ❤

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  1. UnknownDecember 7, 2019 at 5:29 AM

    I have been praying all night and I know God is listening. I don't know why your family was chosen to walk this path but I do know there is no stronger family, and no other family that will walk it with such grace. We are here for whatever you need. I hope you are not at the hospital long enough for visitors but if the stay is extended past today, please let me know if Brent is open to visitors. I understand if he's not, but I can also come give the boys a break as well. Just let me know.

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    1. Casa Huppert 2.0December 7, 2019 at 6:27 AM

      Treasure those prayers thank you ❤🙏. I will keep the updates coming.

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    2. Casa Huppert 2.0December 7, 2019 at 9:22 PM

      He hasn't really been up for seeing visitors, but will see how it goes tomorrow

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  2. Carol AlersDecember 7, 2019 at 2:20 PM

    Our prayers are with you all as you navigate this tough road. We love you!!

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  3. ApryllDecember 8, 2019 at 9:32 AM

    You are in our prayers, Natasha!

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  4. UnknownDecember 9, 2019 at 6:41 PM

    Natasha, I have you guys on my prayer list. Praying you guys will find healing and peace in the midst of the storm. Best wishes! Kim Erickson

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