I had my appointment with a specialist at UNC yesterday. He gave the recommendation we were hoping to hear - no chemo. My risk of recurrence now is about 10% and he said that doing chemo wouldn't reduce that risk. We also talked to a genetic counselor for a while and I'm getting tested for Lynch Syndrome. I kinda understand it but I will let wikipedia explain it. If I do have it then I will be under even more observation and my family members might have to be tested as well. I also got my last IV of iron yesterday. I am getting better about needles :) This news was a big answer to prayer. This is how both Brad and I have been feeling and it was nice to have medical person confirm that. I meet with my oncologist next week and I'm sure I will know the next step then. We've been so blessed to have Brad's mom here for a month and Brad's dad here for the last 1 1/2 weeks. They have been such a huge help. Already this morning being by myself I have been so exhausted and my stomach's been hurting a bit (it has off and on the past week). I am so grateful I still have another 2 weeks of meals. Like I said I have awesome support here! Here are some pictures stole from grandma's camera.
Chase found a butterfly. Chase has been obsessed with matching Jacob so in these pictures you will noticed they wear the same couple shirts because those are the ones that match.
One day we decided to have some fun so we went to our favorite place in Raleigh - the train park (Pullen Park). Not only did Chase get to ride the train twice but he also got to ride the carousel.
Jacob started a tumble class with a few other 1 year olds. He loves it! Before you make fun of me for doing it...it meets once a week for an hour and was only $30 for the year. As soon as Gavin starts crawling. He can join as well.
My boys!
A rare moment when all boys were awake and not crying.
Gavin would cry whenever I put him in our bouncy seat so I borrowed a friends that sits more upright and he loves it. He is so much more content.
Wednesday was international Talk Like a Pirate Day so Chase dressed as a pirate and got a free donut at Krispy Kreme.
Grandma joined too and also got a free dozen!
Grandma and Grandpa graciously agreed to stayed a few extra days so we could go to the appointment yesterday without kids. Thank you guys so much for everything. Hope you are having a good trip back to Kansas!
4 comments:
Great pictures!! We are so grateful Don and Barb were able to stay and help while you recovered. (Now they are able to recover - just kidding).
Soooo happy about the no chemo recommendation. Still thinking of you daily and keeping you in our prayers. Glad you had so much help from family and friends. The boys are so cute!
Good news! We are praising God for the great outlook for your health. And remember, as long as the children are safe, there is clean laundry and food to eat, everything else can wait. Take it slow and enjoy your boys (All 4 of them!)
Love,
Aunt Laura
We're so thankful that we were able to be there to help, and so enjoyed spending time with all. The trip home was long and exhausting the Lord provided safety and now rest! We will continue to pray for you all daily, that the Lord will give you the strength where needed and the wisdom to do what is best. We praise the Lord w/you about the awesome health news - no chemo is such an answer to many many prayers!
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