To know Joey and Kerri is to love them. The news of both of them being diagnosed with cancer is heartbreaking. We've created this site so that you can get updates, offer help, and use the guest book to write thoughts of encouragement and love. The outpouring of love and support they are receiving is very wanted and appreciated, however there will be times in the future when the Lynchs may not be able to keep up with phone calls and visits. Please use this site as an alternative means to stay connected.


Sunday, April 11, 2010

I know I am getting to you all a little late, but as my brother put it, we are kind of "upside down" here. Joey was up most of the night, he actually went for his first walk at 2am!! Wide awake and still quite nauseous. His fever finally broke early this morning. The pain meds are sending him on a trip that he's quite uncomfortable with. He's seen a christmas tree in the room, a nice fireplace that was quite warm...????????????...When we were watching the Nascar race last night he thought his bed was racing with the cars. His eyes were quite wide open too, so he really must have been feeling like he was really moving!!
He is looking really good today, but still the nausea problem. He can take the pain but this nausea thing really sucks! He is sound asleep and has been since I got back from running an errand this morning. While I was gone he went for a long walk and sat up looking out the window for awhile. Caleb and Delaney drove down to visit today. That put a sparkle in Joey's eye!
I don't know if I have mentioned this, but Joey's brother and sister (Jenny and Donny) have been by my side since we got here. However, they are headed home today. They have been great and I am going to miss them. Thank God I have Cam and Bry (and Donna!) here with me!!!! I'll talk with you all later.

11 comments:

  1. Bob and Kathy CaseyApril 11, 2010 at 2:33 PM

    Kerri-
    We are overwhelmed by your strength and the powerful support network of great friends that you and your family have to draw from during this difficult time. You have been in our thoughts and prayers since we initially received your news. Joey's body has been through a major assault...it will take time, but know that the healing energy generated by this blog and its contributors will go a long way to facilitate his swift recovery and yours. Our love to you and your entire family...wish we could do more, but be assured we are praying hard for you all. Bob and Kathy Casey

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  2. Joey and Kerri,
    Our thoughts have been with you. Thank you for this blog! Joe, Glad to hear you're up moving around a bit.Everyday will get better. Kerri,Mark has graded the road and the boys had fun taking turns on the tractor. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree! Hang in there,be strong,and keep the humor!
    Love, Mark and Dee

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  3. Hi guys,
    We wish the best for you and your family throughout this difficult time. Your positive outlook and confidence in tackling this problem is very inspiring, and because of this we are even more sure of your treatment and recovery. You have been in our thoughts a lot recently and will continue to be.
    Love Pete and Amanda

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  4. Said more prayers for your whole family in church today....Have faith and we will too!!
    Love,
    Lisa Grant

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  5. Joe keep on pushing ahead, it sounds like you are doing great. I'll bet you will feel better everyday. We are praying for you daily keep on being strong Bro and this will be behind you in no time!
    Love Jim & Linda Libby

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  6. Hi Kerri and Joey, Caleb and Cameron,

    My thoughts have been with you since I heard the news. You are both going through a difficult time. It's bad enough when one family member is facing cancer. I know you are both strong and the support network you have is incredible and there for you now and going forward. Before you know it, you will be counting the years of being cancer free instead of the number of days before you can get back home and get your lives back on track! Take care! Love, Jane (Clark) Black

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  7. Hello to my dear family.......The hallucinations bring back memories of when my Joe was in the hospital when he had his car accident. He had little people jumping on his nose and face. The nascar thing, well that happens to me once in a while... it must be a Lynch thing!!!! I think of you guys all of the time. It's hard to be so far away from you during this difficult time but I know in my heart you all will be back home
    recovering soon. Please don't hesitate if you need me to fly up for a while. Tell Joey I love him, give the kids hugs from their crazy aunt, and you take care of your self! You need someone waiting on you too!!

    Love....Debbie

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  8. What awesome news about Joey being up walking!! I knew he wouldn't be down long!! Kerri you take it easy and get your rest too!!! Funny about the nascar race and his bed!! Made me laugh and think of that time at your house and we were watching a race and I sat in the vibrating chair and all of my body parts kinda shook all over!!! Needless to say I was embarrassed and Joey thought it was very comical!!! LOL ;) keep up the positive attitude!!
    Hugs to all of you!! Darlene and family

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  9. Race on Joe.......

    Love Tom

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  10. Only been gone for a few hours, but feel like it is forever. Helping you helped me with the coping of the enormity of all this. Kerri, you are doing GREAT!

    love ya!

    jenny

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  11. Hi Kerri,

    Sending our good thoughts and prayers to you and the family.

    We will help in anyway.

    Rosemary and David Merritt

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