Twas the night before Chemo

As Ruth commented to her brother Stephen on Thursday - dad's back on form. By that she meant that I'd been out to spread grit on the icy junction outside, was drafting letters to the British Embassy in Tirana, and had written to the North Somerset PCT about the place of prayer in the treatment of those facing serious illness. And yes today I've felt better than any day for the last six months. Chemical warfare resumes tomorrow lunchtime, but we're thankful that it is bearing fruit.

Ruth and Amelia flew back to Albania this morning, Amelia having noticeably grown over these last three weeks - they'll appreciate the 21° C recorded in Durres last week, as well as the warmth of Maki's welcome! Now our prayer is for our next Albanian visitors - Miriam and Besi apply for a visa this coming week, with the hope of being here mid-month. Will post again when their appointment is due.

Joined with church friends tonight to pray about the path ahead. Included in that a prayer that in our regular meetings with patients and staff in the oncology unit, we might look beyond our own needs, and recognise where we can bring Christ's hope, comfort and peace to others.

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