We are back safe and sound from a great weekend! The wait for the pet scan was a loooooong one, but we survived! Bruce had a great lunch in the cafeteria (he was too hungry to take extra time traveling to a restaurant...thankfully the food is good at OHSU!) and then we headed North! We spent time with family, saw friends we haven't seen in awhile, fulfilled our business obligations-Superman did great! We hollered and screamed during the first 5 minutes of the Seahawk game and then ate and laughed our way out of sadness over the Hawk loss! The kids did great over the weekend, the house was still standing (even though it did look like a tornado went through it) and no injuries on the snow blast....all in all, a good weekend!
Our call from the doctor this afternoon included more challenging news to absorb. Bruce has a tumor in his right armpit and colon and one of the 5 tumors in his lungs has grown. The PET confirmed the tumor in the cervical spinal cord and his thoracic area is still undetermined. Again, we weren't shocked, just deeply saddened.....and slightly surprised that there were not more tumors....
The emotional roller coaster ride continues....this ride is not as fun and exciting as California Screamin', but I feel we need to be securely fastened and buckled in tight just the same.....
Bruce's plan for treatment stays the same for now. He goes to OHSU for a full CAT SCAN of his spine at 9:30 am and then has his first radio tactic surgery on one or two of the larger brain tumors at 1:30 pm. Our dear friend, Don Snow, is taking Bruce up to OHSU and spending the day with him so I can get things done at home (my never ending endeavor) and have time with the kids. The doctor mentioned in the phone call that the full brain radiation will start soon, as early as Wednesday! We will find out more after Tuesday's visit and will update the blog when we have more details.
Bruce: "We are trusting and seeing God's blessings every day....and hope you are doing the same!"
Securely Fastened in God's Arms,
MBA
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6 comments:
Wow guys...so sorry to hear about the recent set of challenges and we all continue to pray many times throughout the day for a complete, miraculous healing of Bruce's body in Jesus' name. We also continued to be inspired, encouraged, and strengthened by your consistent, steadfast faith. You are a blessing!
Tough new! We will be praying. Let us know if there is anything that we might be able to do.
I read your blog every couple of days and stay in touch with Rosemary via email.
When my husband was diagnosed with myelofibrosis 5 years ago, we turned to God and our faith. But even throughout the entire journey, I never learned to trust in God the way that you have.
Your love, courage and grace are truly inspirational.
Please know that I pray daily for your family and fondly remember days gone by at Summit.
God Bless!
KLG
Bruce & Mary Beth,
It was good to see you both while you were in Seattle.We keep saying it, but 'you both are truly amazing'! We read your latest blog with heavy hearts. God is really challenging you. Only He knows His plan. Your faith is special and you both show that, even though we are sure your hearts are heavy. Peace be with you in the days ahead....Love & Hugs Bob and Carol
Bruce and Mary Beth,
Following your journey has been very humbling to me. I am constantly amazed by the faith and strength you and your family have with every new day and every new challenge. I pray for you all every day.
BRUCE, MAY THE BLESSINGS OF THE LORD DWELL WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF NEED, IN THE NAME OF JESUS AND FOR THE GLORY AND POWER OF HIS MIGHTY NAME....
LOVE ALWAYS,
TOM AND SHARON ADKINS
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