My WBCs slid much lower over the last few days, creating a new dynamic for existence. While it doesn't appear the weakened condition will lead to a delay in my next round on Monday, it does create yet a new dynamic. I suppose I needn't be in fear of losing my anonymity for the time being.
The instructions I received today are virtually identical to those fearing biological warfare. Now fighting the everpresent enemy, the one that envelops the world so completely.
Don't touch.
Don't eat.
Don't breathe.
It's best you avoid people.
If you must see them, be a masked man, avert your eyes and bury your head.
Now to the magic shot, the potion that will keep us from amputating your finger from a paper cut, from hospitalizing you for a sneeze. What an amazing world; fighting an invisible enemy with a weapon that can't be seen.
So, armed with my weaponry, I will sit and fight an omnipresent invisible enemy, without flinching. Waging a battle for my survival without looking at my enemy, guided solely by the actions of the unseen. And you still think I'm talking about the drugs.
The foolish are easily misled into trusting the wrong savior.
Whomever says this world isn't full of faith just hasn't looked for the invisible.
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Well isolation from the Democratic crowd can't be all that bad, and we Republicans can send germ free email. Well we were hoping for better results, but it doesn't sound bad. This maybe the one winter that you don't have a cold!!! I love you Geoff and I know that our prayers are heard. Keep a stiff upper lip, like the English, but avoid soup.
Dad
Geoff, you continue to amaze me with your way with words. Yes, the Unseen . . . 2 Corinthians 4:18 says "So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal." Praise God!
Can you get a cool bubble like John Travolta had in The Boy in the Plastic Bubble?
-Nancy
Wow, seeing the unseen. You are so far ahead of me when it comes to that kind of thing. Maybe you should think about being a preacher, Geoff! Or maybe a writer. Hidden talent has emerged. I am following you while on the road and while I am doing missionary work . . . you are surely an inspiration to me. Hang tough. And keep them DAWGS on the winning road.
Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. Ephesians 6:10-11.
You will find the strength you need in Him. .... Shari
I think I like Nancy's idea - bubbles are good, and so is Neupogen! Just think of it as your virtual bubble, helping your body to protect itself as it is designed to do ... amazing stuff!
Take it easy this week, Geoff - you are a fighter, and far from caged. We know you will be fine for the next session ahead. And YES, you and Melissa continue to be in our prayers all the time.
Love from us all, A. Tessa
1 Chronicles 16:11
Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always.
Ditto goes for me on your excellent journal entries!
People look at you different when it is obvious that you are sick, true, it is because we have all been touched by someone in our lives that you remind us of or of ourselves. Smile when you can for their fear, concern and compassion. Keep the faith, prayers are with you every day.
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