We've been in a bit of a bubble the past few months, no weekly chemo appointments, no treatment side effects, no good day/bad day cycles. After several years of every eight week visits, we haven't seen Dr Keller in almost four months. It was beginning to feel like cancer was behind us. But alas, the calendar marched forward and here we are again, in the midst of another round of checkups. Last week, we saw Dr Fell (neurosurgeon) for a followup on the brain surgery/cyberknife therapy. The brain MRI was great, no new tumors and the area where the bleed was is continuing to heal nicely. The EEG however, showed a small amount of abnormal brain wave activity. Its not super concerning, but to be cautious, Bobby will have to stay on the Keppra another year to prevent seizures. Not great, but overall we were pleased with the report.
Next Friday, we're scheduled for the chest/abdominal CT Scans to check on the tumors in lungs, kidney & adrenal gland. Then we see Dr Keller on the 27th, and go from there. We figure this break will have been either 1) a good idea, if the tumors are still small and slow growing (proving that the chemo isn't necessary) or 2) a bad idea, if there's significant progression. Sometimes life feels like a roll of the dice, doesn't it? Thankfully, we know that God is still in control, and we'll trust Him with either outcome.
The break has actually been at a good time, as we have been through a time of sadness and reflection over the loss of my sister Lynne. We were able to spend part of the holidays with Lynnes family, enjoying the beauty of Colorado at a wonderful cabin in Pagosa Springs (thank you Maltsbergers!). Of course, it was bittersweet, but at least we were bittersweet together. Here's the group photo.
We will all be together on the 24th when the new fountain at Lynne & Rick's church is dedicated in Lynne's memory. We will also celebrate Avery's baptism as the first person baptized in the new fountain, plus her 2nd birthday! And as added bonus, we will get to remember Leslie with Fancy Night on her birthday, Feb 25th. Oh, and have I mentioned that David & Chelsea are expecting a baby boy this year? Lynne would be so happy.
Thanks for praying for peace and joy over the next few weeks.
Love, Juli
2 comments:
We are praying and believing that the decision to take the year off from the treatments was the very best one - and rejoice that Bobby has been able to enjoy the time without the side effects. We will continue to pray - and rejoice that your family is strong and that God has been glorified at each and every turn. Love you and look forward to a good report on the 27th.
I had stopped checking the site - but checked it this morning on a whim. I'm so glad I did. AND I hope you got some good news since the last post. . .
Love ya. And still praying constantly for you both. Lina
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