May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and by his grace gave us eternal encouragement and good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good deed and word.
2 Thessalonians 2:16-17

Irene’s sister, Jane Smalley, visited Irene today, arriving in her new car!!  They enjoyed mall shopping and had a casual lunch at Chile’s.  Later, they returned to the house savoring the high blue sky and balmy day on the bay.  Irene is grateful for the expressions of love and support she continues to receive from people like the one reading this update.

Your love has given me great joy and encouragement
Philemon 1:7a

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Dave

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Quick Update…….

Irene’s dialysis treatment with the newly installed Cimino Fistula went well.  The technicians encouraged Irene with levity as she endured the first “shot” creating what they call the “button hole” for access.  They used the existing catheter in her chest for the “in” line and the Cimino Fistula in her arm for the “out” line.  In the coming weeks, as the “button hole” with the fistula becomes routine, they will exclusively use the Fistula and will terminate use of the catheter.  At some time in the near future the catheter will be surgically removed.

Irene enjoyed the day and appreciates your continued support on her journey of faith.

Thanks for caring,
Dave

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…. he leads me beside quiet waters ….
Psalm 23:2b

Irene Lake @ Rocky Mountain National Park

Following the early morning dialysis treatment in Watsonville we trekked to San Francisco where Irene’s appointment at UCSF went well.  Dr. Eichler confirmed the Cimino Fistula’s state of readiness and authorized the dialysis center to start using it on Wednesday.  Thanks for your continued prayer cover regarding her chronic discomfort …. i.e., fatigue, nausea and itching.

Irene’s name in the original Hebrew means PEACE, and the photo above recently taken by our friend, Hosanna Loh, who commented, “…. the small lake was surrounded by lush green meadows with pink/purple wildflowers on one side, and tall trees on the other side.”

…. he leads me beside quiet waters ….
Psalm 23:2b

Irene Lake @ Rocky Mountain National Park is very appropriately named.

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Dave

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