A port will be inserted in Dave's shoulder for chemo- treatments...three months worth,
after that two surgeries...removal of approx. 1/3 of the colon, ( secum area) and then removal of the two spots on the anterior portion of the right lobe of the liver...
If all goes well there is a possibility the two surgeries could be done at the same time and Laproscopically...( which would be a hugh plus).
Once Dave has healed from the surgery....another three months of chemo.
this is roughly the plan...open to change at any time.
PLEASE ALLOW ME TO ESPRESS HOW MUCH WE ALL HAVE BEEN BLESSED BY YOUR OUTPOURING OF LOVE AND CONCERN...YOUR PRAYERS HAVE CARRIED US THESE PAST COUPLE WEEKS, ALLOWING US TO GET TO THE POINT WHERE BREATHING SEEMS NATURAL AGAIN.
YOUR EXPRESSIONS OF LOVE THROUGH CARDS...FLOWERS...EMAILS...HUGS AND TEARS ARE LIKE A FINE RAIN ON A THIRSTY DESERT...
WE ARE OVERWHELMED.
MANY OF YOU HAVE ASKED HOW TO PRAY SPECIFICALLY...
WE WOULD COVET YOUR PRAYERS AS TO THE PET SCAN RESULTS....NO MORE SURPRISES...THE SCAN SHOULD SHOW THE TRUE PERSONALITY OF THE LIVER SPOTS AND HOPEFULLY THAT ALL THE CANCER IS CONTAINED ONLY IN THE COLON AND RIGHT LOBE OF THE LIVER... IF THAT'S THE CASE...WE CAN DO THIS.
MY MOST URGENT REQUEST IS THAT THE CHEMO WOULD TREAT MY LOVE WITH THE RESPECT HE DESERVES...TO BE KIND TO HIM WITH AS FEW SIDE EFFECTS AS POSSIBLE...
THANK YOU ALL AHEAD OF TIME FOR YOUR CONTINUED PRAYERS AND CONCERN...
Before we left the office we all heard the words..."We can beat this"...and that my friends....IS THE PLAN!...XOXO~KATHY.
It's always a comfort to "have a plan" (at least to me. I'm going to get busy on those prayers right now. Hugs, Valerie
ReplyDeleteThanks for the quick update, Kathy! Your hubby and you are still and will continue to be in my prayers! Praise God you found this great place for him to be. I'm giving thanks in advance for success!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Shelia ;)
It sounds as if your game plan is PERFECT.
ReplyDeleteI really do have a good feeling about this care he is starting. May the Lord hold you all in his loving grace.
bj
Wow, kathy,
ReplyDeletethat is such good news. Course, I know the road
is long yet! So glad you have this encouragement
tho! Well, we certainly know what to pray for now, thanks for keeping us updated. Will certainly continue to pray for all of you.
Will definitely pray the cat scan shows no surprises! Am glad you are beginning to feel
like you can breathe again, I know that this kind of stuff just knock the wind out of your sails!
Have as good a day as possible.
Blessings, Nellie
Hi Kathy and Dave,
ReplyDeleteAs a colon cancer and breast cancer, I feel the
confusion and the anxiety you are feeling. That was the thing for me, once they made the plan, I just prayed constantly, and boy, did I lean on Jesus...He has been my constant helper and friend...One day at a time..enjoy every moment that you can with all the gusto you can.
I agree with you in prayer and believing that all will be well, and all will be well...
((((Kathy & Dave))))
walk in peace and trust...
glenda
It is always better to know rather than wonder. In case you don't know, the PET scan is nothing. Not painful or anything. Make sure you come home with a pain killer when he gets the port. Some people have none, I did have pain...and no meds. Get them in case you need them. I had 15 months straight of chemo... it isn't the funnest thing in the world, but I KNOW he can do it! Thanks for the update...you are in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteThank you for this update Kathy.
ReplyDeleteTwo years ago next month, J began his cancer journey. Hoping things go as well as they have for J. He remains cancer free, after two years.
Keeping you both in my thoughts and prayers.
Hello Kathy, Will keep thinking good thoughts and prayers for both of you! The one great thing about the liver (among all the other wonderful things it does) is that it is the one organ that will re-grow. Our bodies are amazing!
ReplyDeleteTake Care!
Ulrike
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Kathy you and Dave have a huge support group here in blogland! We are all holding your hands and walking with you thru this!
ReplyDeleteWe CAN DO IT!!!!!!
Prayer is the most powerful thing of all!
You are in our thoughts and prayers dear friend!
XO
Dolly
Kathy~~~
ReplyDeleteIt is great that you are strong and positive. Thanks for bringing us up to date. My prayers go out to you, your husband and family.
xoxo
Jane
My honor to pray for you and your hubby.
ReplyDeleteLifting you up to a healing, loving Jesus.
Love, Rebecca
Sounds like a great plan...you guys are in my prayers daily. xoxo
ReplyDeleteThoughts & prayers are with you. You can BEAT this!
ReplyDeleteOh Sweet Friend,
ReplyDeleteYou can do this...believe and know it! You are continually in my thoughts and prayers and I pray the hardest that the Chemo. treats your love with the respect he deserves.
Big ((((HUGS)))!
Karyn
I feel full of optimism for you..Thank you for keeping us posted..this way we know what to ask for:) xx
ReplyDeleteYou sound encouraged..and that makes me happy.
The ones that can walk alongside you having walked in your shoes..I think they are so nice to share with you too..
Kathy I'm proud to say I'm cancer free for 15 years now and YES he can do it also...Many prayers coming to you....God hears your name...hugs and smiles Gl♥ria
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts and prayers are with you. You CAN beat this and we will be there for you.
ReplyDeletexo
Claudia
Kathy, i've been thinking of you all and even though we do not know each other personally, I feel as if you are a friend already. Your precious hubby is in my prayers, darling and you know what? Hold on tight to the Lord. Tell your hubby to keep positive and have faith that the chemo will not cause severe side effects. I am keeping you guys in my prayers. ((HUGS))
ReplyDeleteSandra
Sweet Kathy, thank you SO much for taking the time to keep us all posted ~ it's GOOD to have a plan!!! I will continue to pray and keep you in my thoughts sweet girl ~ hugs and love, Dawn
ReplyDeletekeeping you both in my thoughts and prayers.Pat H
ReplyDeleteI've been thinking about you and praying for you all. I don't know what else to say but I'm glad there is a plan. Please know you have a lot of wonderful people encouraging you both on.
ReplyDeleteYOU CAN BEAT THIS! The plan is workable and the prayers are being sent now and all week for no more surprises!
ReplyDeleteKathy-I know you both must feel better just having a plan. I will pray specifically for Dave about the PET scan and the chemo...every morning. Don't forget to take care of yourself.
ReplyDeletePraise our Amazing Father! These positive words are such welcomed news! We continue to pray and uphold all of you. I know that you have plenty of contacts down here in GR, but please don't hesitate to call if we can help in any way at all. Knowing and believing that God will beat this thing!
ReplyDeleteNicci
Yes you can do it!!!
ReplyDelete"Be strong and of good courage, do not be afraid or dismayed for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9
Kathy -- It's always feels good to have a plan -- and how encouraging to hear the words "We can beat this". Sending love, hugs and prayers for healing -- I know that you and your love will come out on the other side of this stronger and with renewed joy and peace.
ReplyDeleteIt's good to have a plan. I know on much more mundane items - even what are we doing this weekend or how late a friend is going to be - I always say, "Just tell me the plan." I find that I can easily adapt myself to whatever is going on, if I have a plan.
ReplyDeleteYou'll continue to be in my prayers.
- The Tablescaper
It's all about a plan. You can do it. Enjoy your love. My prayers are with you!
ReplyDeletePam
My prayers are continuing. Thank you for being so specific. God bless you! Twyla
ReplyDeleteRemember you are NOT alone! We will walk with you through this journey as will God! Do not worry...God is bigger than all of this!!!!!
ReplyDeleteMy prayers to you and your family for brighter days ahead!
Holding continued best thoughts for a perfect outcome for the scan and for perfect healing and health for your beloved and you.
ReplyDeleteLove and blessings to you all.
Warmly,
Tracey
x0x
P.S. Congratulations on the Stampinton attention!! Your site/work is lovely, lovely, lovely and the focus is much deserved!!