Wednesday, August 19, 2009

the beginning of this journey...

In May I was diagnosed with breast cancer. On June 1st I had a bilateral mastectomy (my choice) but the cancer was in all my lymph nodes. We went to M.D. Anderson in Houston, Texas for a second opinion. I've started treatment here in Joplin under the supervision of M.D. Anderson doctors. The plan is to do twelve weeks of chemo weekly, (Aug. 20th will be my 3rd treatment), then go back to Houston for some tests and see if I'm responding. Then twelve more weeks of chemo, given every three weeks. Then hopefully radiation. Anyway, it will be a journey.

I have had so many cards and phone calls, e-mails and visits. I never knew I knew so many people. I just want to hug you all and say thank you for your love and support and prayers. I hope that this blog will help everyone.

"I don't know God's plan for you...all I know is that it is perfect, even though it may not look like it from our perspective...and that He promises to be with you." Dennie Zantos.

4 comments:

  1. Praying for you this morning! :)

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  2. I love you and your beautiful family so much! You are all in my heart and in my prayers. I am here if you need anything. Sending you all a huge hug!

    Joette

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  3. This is a great idea - I love you so much and am sending love to you every minute! See you soon!!
    xo

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  4. Hi Jean and Billy,
    Phil just sent me this blog, and I love being able to "talk" to you this way. The pictures of you and your beautiful smiling family are wonderful! We're so grateful for your friendship and are continuing to hold you in our hearts. Sending you hugs, offering prayers for strength and healing, and counting on God's power and presence with you - with love, Pam and Phil

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