Today in Portland, OR, a surgeon performed exploratory arthroscopic surgery on my mother, Betty. We knew there was some cancer in her liver and we had hope that this surgeon would find that he could remove it. But he found a large tumor and about 20 small ones, so removing all that would also remove too much of her liver. So now the doctor estimates 3-6 months if she doesn't do chemo and maybe 9 months with chemo. But we believe that God is in control of this situation and He is the one who determines how long she lives. So we invite you to pray with us for her healing. This photo of my mother with Vernon and our niece, Emily, was taken last summer along the coast in Oregon.
Monday we learned from Dr. Tseng at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center the results of the MRI and CT scans done last Friday. NO CANCER was found elsewhere in Vernon, thank God! We also learned that the start of radiation will wait until May 12 in order to allow more time for the healing of the incision on Vernon's right temple. Since radiation will break down the skin over time, the doctors want that area to heal more. Also, the slides from his surgery have been sent to the doctors at MD Anderson in Houston to see if they can determine what type of cancer was removed. We are awaiting their verdict.Recently I heard someone read aloud the benefits of hugging and I found the information online to share with you. Now is a good time (just click below and it should open):
http://www.geocities.com/brianhart.geo/hugs.html
Here's a hug picture taken Easter Sunday near the end of the wedding reception of our friends Todd & Annie, the happy groom and his beautiful bride.
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I'm so sorry to hear of your mom,but like you say only the Lord knows how long she will continue to be with us here,we all know it is in his hands. I pray that she is not in any pain.I'm happy to hear the good news about Vernon (HOORAY)there is no more cancer. That is prayers answered.Hugs and kisses for you all
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