35 – it’s just a number but to Elda and me it means so much. It means the last of the radiation treatments… 35/35 and today was that day. Today after seven weeks I had my last radiation treatment.
So, is it over? No, there are months of healing and waiting. Did all the cancer cells get destroyed? Wait. Can I go home? Wait. How long until I recover? Wait. Seven long weeks and the God of the universe says wait. So, I have an option I can wait, it’s the same option we all get. The choice is not to wait but how to wait. It’s a choice we all get in our lives and it’s the hardest one of all. Will my children be all right? Wait. What about my marriage? Wait. Work, bills, health? Wait. So, wait strongly on the Lord, be still and know he is in control, rest in His peace.
Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the Lord. Psalms 27:14 NLT
-Phil
Last Proton therapy scheduled 4/9/2020 at 9:30 a.m.
And he is done! I thank God for great medical expertise at MD Anderson. We will return to Houston in about 3 months for him to receive PET scans and tests to detect if treatments were successful. But for now, it’s time for Phil to face the pain and the discipline of healing. It’s a long road… I am reminded when Ezekiel asks the question, “Can these dead bones live?” The answer was a resounding “Yes!” as God breathes new life into them.
As Phil mentions above, we must wait upon the Lord. Patience has never been my best virtue, but I know a strong one that sees all, El Roi! He knows tomorrow far better than I do, and I am mercifully and continually reminded of that comforting reality.
Thank you praying and for standing with us. Please continue to pray. This battle is not over, but this battle has already been won—because of Calvary.
-Elda
Anchor In The Storm 
Love you brother!
Yet those who wait for the Lord
Will gain new strength;
They will mount up with wings like eagles,
They will run and not get tired,
They will walk and not become weary.
Isaiah 40:31 NASB
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We cannot imagine how long the journey has felt for you all and how much longer it feels moving forward. Thankfully Christ has lit the path before you. We have faith the plans God has for you will make the journey worth it and pray you continue to find comfort in him. This is a victory to celebrate and praise God for the strength he gave you to endure. You have been so strong in your faith and spearding your faith to others during this trial, it is encourage to so many. We will continue to pray for you and hope to see you soon.
-Gallegos Family
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Thank you for your prayers they mean so much.
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I’m not sure if you remember me, Phil. I am Mark & Raina’s cousin and visited your church and Sunday school during a brief stay in El Paso over a year ago. I too, endured 35 radiation treatments with a “similar” diagnosis.
There are so many milestones to journal – I’m so glad you are writing and proclaiming God’s mercy and faithfulness. It is such a testimony that you can use for His glory. You’ll be amazed of how many people are and will be touched through this blog. 🙂
My life motto is: “It’s all about the relationship.” A deep and abiding relationship with our faithful Lord that brings amazing peace, hope, and yes, even joy And it’s all about Him. I am praying for you.
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Yes Lord help me to keep you Lord as the focus of my life.
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