It was time! Another scan. After a few months of extensive treatments that the doctors suggested to make the tumor stop growing or even better shrink...
Gamaknife
Temodar
Radiation
Avastin
The endless steroids, anti-seizure medication and so on...
So I guess it has all paid off, and in a big way!
We had the MRI done and saw Dr. Read a few hours after the scan. The news was a gigantic- and you can tell with the huge smile Dr. Read had as he walked into the room.
He always has a big smile for Marni, but today was an extra special day!
Marni and I really did not know what to expect from the treatment/ nor did we even talk about it until she finished the scan. The what if's are to overwhelming. Living in the present, enjoying the moment seems to be the best way to deal with the situation, at least right now- or maybe the only way at this point.
Or maybe any point- livign in the present!
"Marni-How do you think the scan went?" Dr. Read asked..
I kind of felt like I was watching American Idol and Marni was being judged. What a crazy question...
Before she could answer, he said, "the Neurological Radiologist is finishing the report and has seen your file...He could not wait to tell me.
Your scan came back great! He was so happy for you. (we have not met this Neurological Radiologist) Typically good news is not the norm. But when there is an oppurtuntiy to give it pereople get excited. Love it!
We asked Dr.Read to pull up the scan to compare previous scans.
There was an absolute difference in the swelling and the tumor shrunk!
Darker and Smaller. In the previous scan swelling was white and all over the scan. the tumor was lite up like sun.
The new scan was the opposite....
YOUR TUMOR SHRUNK AND SWELLING IN BRAIN HAS GONE DOWN!
Marni
ReplyDeleteWe have never met, but I feel that I kind of know you. I was involved in the March event and have been constantly checking in on your blog for updates. You and your family are always in my thoughts.
Getting a message that your blog was updated was big highlight as I had seen just the headline about the tumor shrinking.
You are proof that love heals - the love you have for yourself and your loved ones and the love that you have generated around you.
Pls keep your blog updated with all news and all needs. You have effective my life enormously with regard to perspective and the power of the human spirit.
Wishing you the best.
We are so excited and can't wait to see you. We love you and can't wait to come visit! Take care and can't wait to hear the next fantastic update. Stay strong
ReplyDeleteOh my Lord Marni, when Jeff called at 6am this morning I heard excitement in his voice. He was overjoyed to hear the great news. We have all been praying so much for you and your family. Marni, the Lord is good. I pray we are witnessing one of his great miracles. We never know why we are tested and what is in store for us. Keep the faith, you are an inspiration to us all. Please, please keep writing in your blog. We missed hearing from and about you. You give us all hope. You are gifted to have so many wonderful and sincere friends. We are aslo gifted that you have touched our lifes. We love you so much and pray for your continued healing. Stay strong and please know how very much you are loved.
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marni, don't be confused by the donald says name, it seems to be the only why i can post on your blog. he is my good friend. cheryl merrifield
ReplyDeleteThat is really great news. I am very happy for you and Paul. Enjoy your time to smile and take in the joy.
ReplyDeleteThis is such awesome news, sweetie. My prayers and healing energy continue to be sent your way. Can't wait to see you again soon.
ReplyDeleteMuch love, and continued healing,
Mz. Anne
What wonderful news to hear! You have been on my mind so much lately and I just felt something good was going to happen real soon....and then I read this! God Bless you Marni!!!! You are such a special person....We all love you....
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Big Hugs - with Love, Patty
Marni!!!! I knew you could do it. All I'm told, over and over, by every single one of your friends, is how strong you are and how big of a fighter you are. I am crying and so proud of the bravery you've shown through this whole entire journey. May you continue to walk this path with the grace you have always exhibited to me, a literal stranger. Cancer sucks, and you are kicking its ass!!!!!! Love and white light and all the love that God gives -- girl, you are amazing! Love, Sky (your biggest fan!)
ReplyDeleteThat is Fantastic!! We will keep you and your family in our prayers, stay strong!!
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Iris Griffin
I have had the most horrible day...and this news was such a bright spot! Thanks for cheering me up! I love you Marni...you are so special and I admire you more than you know!
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ReplyDelete(with all love and constant talking about you and thinking of you, from caroline's friends sarah, dave, eva & rhonie)
I am so happy I am crying tears of joy! Such good news. Praise God! Keeping you in our prayers and thanking God for the good news!
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The Coakleys