We just arrived home from Seattle after ten days. Good to be home.
Yesterday I had a PET scan and my first treatment of Herceptin (not chemo as I wrote in an earlier post). Just a few minutes ago my oncologist called with the results of the PET scan. In summary, the spots on the liver are not cancerous. The spots on the lung are cancer, however, they are very small.
We are so happy the news is not as bad as we had feared. Next step: back to Seattle in two weeks for another PET scan to see if the treatment is being effective.
I don't even know what to write. I have never experienced the emotional roller coaster of these past days. I expect there will be more days like these ahead, but we will just plow through them. Knowing you care helps us through. Thanks for your prayers.
P.S. There were many times I wanted to blog or reply to emails these past days, but the wireless network at our RV park is slower than dial-up!
17 comments:
Rosa, we're so happy and relieved to hear that the spot on the liver is not malignant, and that the malignant spots on the lung are small. You are constantly in our prayers. Fight, fight, fight! You are going to beat this!
Rosa, that IS encouraging news. Don't lose hope, you will beat this!!!
Rosa, thinking of you and praying for you each day! So glad you are home with your family right now.
--Teri Wagner
Rosa--you've been in my thoughts and prayers. You are a brave woman! You can beat this, I know. I am sure being home with your little ones is just wonderful--enjoy the hugs, and safe travels back to Seattle.
While on a long walk today, I prayed for you, Vince, your children and all your extended family who are on this journey with you.
Sabbath rest is my hope for you.
Darold
Fight with every cel of your being, gurl, you can DO it!!!!
Hi Rosa,
What great news to hear today that the spot on your liver is nothing -- yeah!! What a hard day that was when LeAnn and I saw you in Seattle. I'm hoping that all news will be good news from here on out. You've got some tough months ahead of you but there is a light at the end of this tunnel. LeAnn is sure proof of that. Keep up your courage and all of us (hundreds of your friends) are praying for you all through the day.
Doesn't it feel great to be home!? Welcome back! It's great that you get to stay here for a while before going back to Seattle.
We continue to pray and check your blog for updates and GOOD NEWS! So great to hear about the spots on your liver not being cancer.
Hope you enjoyed the care package...the contents should keep you busy for a while!
Hi Rosa--We are praying for you as you and your family travel this road. We stopped by this evening and left something at your front door--hope we had the right house! God be with you.
Jon and Kathy
Look at all these encouraging people in your life! It is a roller coaster ride and through the ups and downs, know that all of us are holding you in our prayers and hearts. I am here to sit next to you when that ride takes you up, down, and all the places in between. Love you.
Hi Rosa,
The grapevine just reached me in Ohio. Just wanted to let you know the ranks of people thinking of you are growing. Stay strong!
Bradley Nelson
Hi Rosa,
As with all the others, I'm thankful for the good news about your liver. Being home with your children must be the best medicine ever! Not to mention your own bed! You are in my daily prayers...
Debbie
Rosa, been thinking of you and your family constantly. So happy to hear the latest news! You have a lot of people out there praying for you! Remember, as always, our home is open to you. Love you guys! Kara
Hi Rosa, just wanted you to know that I'm thinking about you and your family. Glad you're home again for a bit.
-Kristi
Hi Rosa,
You and your family continue to in our thoughts and prayers. Courage!!!
Blessings,
Claudia Santellano
Hey Rosa,
I haven't put in my words of encouragment yet, but I wanted you to know I am keeping up and have been praying for you and your family. You were always such an encouragment to me when we worked together, I know your positive attitude will provide you with much strength through this.
Rosa,
Glad to hear some good news! I pray that the news just keeps getting better and better. Be strong.
Annie
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