All things are possible to him who believes. Mark 9:23
I got great news today-- there are no other cancerous cells other than the calcifications they have found already! The BSGI test was negative. This solidifies the decision we have made to do the lumpectomy+radiation. We had a chance to spend some more time with the radiation oncologist this morning and he explained the radiation treatment in greater detail. I feel very good about it and I know I am in excellent hands at Scripps. They are really on the cutting edge of treatment here...and this doctor specializes in breast care so I know he is on top of all of the best ways to treat this disease.
And I had a great conversation with the kids this afternoon. I got some time to explain the situation to them but in much simplier form. I never used the words cancer or disease. I just explained that I have a "bump" that needs to be removed and then I will have to go back to the doctor often to make sure its all gone. They seemed to accept that. And I felt good with the whole thing.
So this has been a HUGE week for us. Now I can focus on DisneyWorld! We leave a week from tomorrow. I sure hope they have a spa there!
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Amanda,
ReplyDeleteI am so delighted for you that the tests came back clean! Have a wonderful trip to DisneyWorld!
Andrea (Carole's friend)
WooHOO! I thought of you all day and this is the best update ever! The path you are on is a journey of strength and courage and boy do you have both! God Bless you my friend. My shoulder is always near when you need it.
ReplyDeleteLove always Shannon
PTL!! God is good, all the time! That is such great news, Mandy. Jeff and I are heaving a great big *sigh* of relief with you and Bryan. Have an awesome trip celebrating God's goodness and we'll continue praying for you and your family. Much love and prayers, me
ReplyDeleteHi Amanda,
ReplyDeleteWe were so worried for you when we first heard your news. THIS IS GREAT NEWS!!! We will keep You, Bryan and the kids in our prayers.
Jeff