In only 3 short days we have learned battling cancer is all about statistics. My mom met with her oncologist and was told if she did chemotherapy it might buy her some more time. She has an 18% chance of living 2 more years with chemo. She has a 47% chance of living 9 more months. As we speak, she is doing chemo right this second and breaking the news to my little bro who is on his mission in Ohio.
I am praying for that 18%
I am.....hopeful.
Each day is a gift.
1st one to comment and tell you that I'll be praying for the best as well. Enjoy every moment!
ReplyDeleteDitto to Rebecca's email. I know first hand that prayers can bring comfort and strength while battling stupid cancer.
ReplyDeleteYou are a special family Mel. It brings tears to my eyes to hear you say positive things, like that you are hopeful for the 18%, because it just shows the kind of person you are. You have such a strong testimony. Your strength has strengthened my testimony. My uncle is suffering from the same thing. We will spend Thanksgiving with him and treasure every moment because he only has a few months left. I can't comprehend your pain and the trials you've had to face. Our prayers will be with you Mel.
ReplyDeleteI never knew you had an asian sister!;)
ReplyDeletefind the humor and happiness in life right?
18, amazing how much a number can mean. I will be praying hard for that number.
p.s. did you stick your feet out in this picture because they couldn't touch the ground?:)
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear she can have the chemo.
ReplyDeleteContinue to be strong and keep your faith and hope alive. Advances are being made everyday on chemo and cancer research.
I love the picture of you, your sisters and your Mom. I think it's a pretty accurate depiction of how close you are as family and friends.
Care for you, praying for you. I'm a little frustrated that you have so many trials. But of course Heavenly Father always has a plan, as you know more than I do. Much love Mel,
ReplyDeleteEmme.
I am a believer in beating the odds! 18% is better then nothing, but still that is crappy.
ReplyDeleteI miss reading your blog for a few days and look at what you are dealing with. A broken camera, stroller, shoes, heart and mind. I would do anything for you or your beautiful mother right now.
I know you have heard this before, but my dad was given a few months to live when he was battling cancer of the lymph nodes (sp?) It spread further and didn't look good. That was when I was in ninth grade. :) He is still here.
Good things may come. You're family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Mel and Randy,
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about your Mom. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. I don't know if she is open to alternative therapies, but I would like to refer you to a website, called Gerson therapy. (You can Google it). A woman I know here from my business has used it a lot with cancer patients and I think it is worth taking a look.
Ruth Ann
I'll be praying for that 18%. Your family deserves that much more time.
ReplyDeleteWe are praying for a miracle in Idaho!
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry Mel. I will definitely be praying for your family along with everyone else. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. Can you email me your mailing address? I have a book I'd like to send you that has helped me through some of the heartbreak of my son's disabilities. It has some great info that can help when you are going through trials. Hugs to you...
ReplyDeleteMel, I am so sorry about your mom. Like everyone else has said. You have the most incredible strength. Your testimony is rock solid. We will be praying for you and family.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry Melanie, more prayers are coming from Oregon!
ReplyDeleteI am so very sorry to hear about your mother-she is in our prayers. Thanks for sharing what you are grateful for-it makes me think about what I have to grateful for too.
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