Monday, June 1, 2009

Change of plans.

Today mom had an appointment with Dr.  Hazard.  She explained the procedure that was going to take place tomorrow to kill off the three tumors in mom's brain.  Unfortunately the MRI mom had this afternoon showed 8 tumors.  They are very small and so it was decided that she will return to St. George and do a low dose of radiation over her whole brain through the course of 15 treatments.  

Initially mom was mad.  When are we going to hear some good news?  But we have come to the conclusion that this is the best course of action at this time.  She has her preliminary appointment tomorrow afternoon.  She will finish out the week getting the last of her back and hips radiated and the beginning of her brain radiation.  Side effects include hair loss, short term memory loss, and tiredness.  

We continue to be so grateful for the love and support of so many people.  Please know how much this means to mom and our entire family.  We love you.

4 comments:

  1. My thoughts,prayers, and best wishes always. Do all that we can, never give up, and give the rest to God. With all my love. Bry

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  2. I love every one of you and and thinking about you daily! -Dusty

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  3. Oh, hang in there Jill! Take a small time-out (cry a little) then brush off and hit the ground runnin'! You are not alone in this fight. We are recruiting the masses to participate in a joined fast for you this Sunday . . . get ready to feel AMAZING!(lol) You give so much to those around you and we want to give back.
    Keep your chin up! Your spirit is SO strong and YOU CAN BEAT THIS!!! We know you can!
    "BE STILL" Jill . . . we have your back!
    Thoughtfully, Natalie Carter

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  4. Mom (Jill) here...I have cried a little, maybe a lot...and can only tell you my tears are those of gratitude for all of you and your encouragement and love. It REALLY does help me emotionally and spiritually which can only help me physically too! So thank you so very much and please continue to pray for me.

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