"I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11

Happy day everyone!!!...I am feeling great, walking tall and ready to face my next challenge. I saw my oncologist this morning....blood counts are good. My next and last chemotherapy treatment is scheduled on February 14th. A MRI will follow about 2 weeks after treatment and then another 2 months after that. We are fighting the good fight ya'll....I am forever grateful for all your prayers.

I came across this passage, (from my sister I think), that I would like to share. I really strive to live this everyday, it doesn't always happen, but this is my goal! ~

"The presence and power of God are with me and within me always. In God, I have the qualities and resources, the strength and courage to take charge of my thoughts and my life. I claim and realize the good in every situation. Blessed with the power to choose how I show up in life, I am confident and courageous every day."

I am sooooo blessed!!

Warmth and safety on this winter day,
~Sandy

Visit to Duke - January 10th

I am a witness to the healing arms of our awesome God!!!

That's right!!!....Maybe I should rephrase that....we are ALL witnessing the tremendous power of prayer to our awesome God.

On Monday, January 10th, (my 51st birthday by the way!), I had my 3-month followup visit at Duke where I received the best birthday present ever...(besides the Kindle that Rick gave me!). The PET Scan results told the news....no cancer cells! How about that for a fabulous birthday present! Miracles happen, my friends. We are living proof that God answers our prayers.

Dr. Desjardin prescribes 2 more chemotherapy treatments...January and February. After my last treatment, she wants to see an MRI. I don't have to return to Duke for 4 months, which will be in early May and then we will be in 'symptom monitor' mode. She is very happy that I am doing so well and am so strong. Needless to say....she is also very happy that PET Scan showed 'all clear'.

My January treatment will be on Monday, the 17th. I'm looking forward to getting that over with.

I would not be this far without all of you who keep me in your daily prayers. It feels fabulous to know that I have so many friends that care about me. "Thank you" just doesn't seem to do justice to how grateful I am for all of you. God will carry us as we continue this journey.

Miracles happen....HE is not done with me yet!!

Peace and warmth,
Sandy

Latest MRI results

Good things come to those who wait.....patiently.

The official results of my MRI last week are in.....no tumor! Here is an excerpt from the radiologist narrative report....."There is no change in the appearance of the post-operative brain. There is no significant mass effect or new lesion and again no change in the enhancement pattern. Ventricles are normal in and size and configuration." How about that to begin a new year?!?! We are certainly blessed y'all.

I had blood work and oncologist visit yesterday. My red blood cell count is slightly low from the Carboplatin. I am scheduled to have chemo on 1/17, so we will see if that happens based on my counts in two weeks.

I have a PET Scan and appointment with my doctor team at Duke on Monday, 1/10. Anxious to hear their take on everything since my visit in October. I will blog when I get back next week.

I hope that everyone experienced many blessings during the Christmas season. I was incredibly honored to spend quality time with my family. Let's pray the new year will bring continued blessings of good health, happiness and safety.

Heal the Past. Live the Present. Dream the Future.

+Peace,
Sandy