After continuously having pain since February, I am feeling so good! It’s amazing how much easier it is to cope with things. To all of my friends who are in pain / deal with chronic pain, my heart goes out to you! I don’t know how long this pain-free season will continue but I am enjoying every minute. 🙂
I shared last week that we had mixed news in the pet scan. I have had stabilization of cancer in most of my bones as well as several lymph nodes. But I have growth in the number and size of tumors in my lungs as well as in lymph nodes around my lungs. The plan is to stay on the meds I've been taking through the current cycle of the chemo med (I am on day 5 of 21) and to review / decide if a change needs to be made. That is sobering - but as we discussed the scan last week, a member of the care team said “you don’t look, physically or clinically, like what the pet scan is showing.” My oxygen levels are normal and my lungs sound clear. That is God’s hand of protection and we are so thankful!
Good news and not so good news - that’s the cycle of life. Mountains and valleys, storms and smooth sailing. Almost 11 months since the metastatic cancer diagnosis, I know that only God has numbered my days and His plans are for good. As we lean into Him, fear is gone and joy is all around us. 🙂
We are enjoying life. One day this week, the girls and their kids and I all went to the pool. The kids are so independent and really enjoy hanging out. I’m so thankful for these beautiful summer days and time together!!
Thank you for praying for us - we can feel the prayers. 🙂
“When I said, “My foot is slipping,” your unfailing love, Lord, supported me. When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy. The Lord has become my fortress, and my God the rock in whom I take refuge.” Psalm 94:18-19, 22 NIV
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