More good news! Mom went in and saw Dr. Reyes yesterday, who had the results of her most recent MRI and her BRACA test. The tumor is completely gone! Although some of the IBC remains in the tissue and nodes, the mass has completely gone away! Also, the BRACA test results came back negative, which means that this is not something hereditary. Mom, of course, was very worried that this was something she could pass on to us, but now as she puts it, "if you guys get cancer, it's your own fault". We have SO much to be thankful for!
The surgery for the single mastectomy has been scheduled for August 1. She will most likely stay in the hospital for 1-2 days to recover, and then at home to rest. The doctors want Mom to totally recover before going for more chemo, so she will most likely not have any treatments until September. After she has completely healed, the other surgeries will be scheduled. We were a little disappointed that there will be multiple procedures, instead of just having everything done in one surgery. However, the doctors think it is wise to take it slow and to do all the procedures one at a time. After processing everything, we are so grateful that Mom has such thoughtful doctors who are taking such good care of her. The picture to the right is Mom's chemo nurse, JoAnne, who we have all grown to love.
Thank you for celebrating the good news with us, and we are grateful in advance for your prayers and support throughout the surgery and recovery. Until then, please continue to pray for Mom's post-chemo well-being. The fatigue does get worse with each treatment. Mom's spirit though does not grow weary! She is SO brave, SO positive, and SUCH a fighter. It's truly awesome to watch her.
We love you all!
The Kids
The surgery for the single mastectomy has been scheduled for August 1. She will most likely stay in the hospital for 1-2 days to recover, and then at home to rest. The doctors want Mom to totally recover before going for more chemo, so she will most likely not have any treatments until September. After she has completely healed, the other surgeries will be scheduled. We were a little disappointed that there will be multiple procedures, instead of just having everything done in one surgery. However, the doctors think it is wise to take it slow and to do all the procedures one at a time. After processing everything, we are so grateful that Mom has such thoughtful doctors who are taking such good care of her. The picture to the right is Mom's chemo nurse, JoAnne, who we have all grown to love.
Thank you for celebrating the good news with us, and we are grateful in advance for your prayers and support throughout the surgery and recovery. Until then, please continue to pray for Mom's post-chemo well-being. The fatigue does get worse with each treatment. Mom's spirit though does not grow weary! She is SO brave, SO positive, and SUCH a fighter. It's truly awesome to watch her.
We love you all!
The Kids
7 comments:
Praise God, Barb! He is SO GOOD! Your smile and attitude is such a huge inspiration to me!
God Bless you especially in the coming month!
Hi Barbara,
Congrats on the great results! It is fantastic that the tumor is gone and the chemo worked so well!
We wish you the best for the next step!
Love,
Carola and Uli
Sweetheart, you are my true champion. You are brave and cheerful in the midst of trials. God continues to demonstrate His power through you to others. I love you mostly. R
Hello Barbara
You probably won't remember me - I worked for Randy almost 20 years ago. I still remember you and I still remember your smile.
Wishing you the very best,
Evelyn McGinty
Barbara,
We praise God for answering our prayers. You are such a beautiful person both inside and out. We are trusting the Lord to continue this miracle, right before our eyes.
Love,
Laura and Oran
Barb,
I love all my cousins, but you have always been like a princess to me. I am amazed when I read about your strength. I hope and pray for only the best for you and your loving family.
I am so happy to see those beautiful pictures! They made me smile :) My prayers and thoughts are with all of you always, but especially tomorrow. The Lord has brought you so far, and we all trust that He will carry you through this.
I am working on some songs in the recording studio, and I have one that I know you guys will relate to. I can't wait to play it for you. It's about living life to the fullest, and as I sit here typing this message to you, I am reminded of the chorus as it relates to this situation. Hopefully I can play it for you soon!
All my love and prayers to each of you!!!
Love your biggest fan in Nashville,
Heather Hawkins
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