The doctors have been collaborating together on the best treatment plan for Mike. Chemotherapy for osteosarcoma is very dangerous, especially in adults. It is much more extensive than my chemotherapy. He'll be in the hospital for approximately 5 days with every treatment. They say it can be deadly and they want to be positive they are following the proper regimen.
Our oncologist is Dr. Lor Randall at Huntsman Cancer. He is Amazing!! He's been working with colleagues back in Boston to determine the best way to proceed.
We just got word that they've decided to do surgery first, and then analyze the treatment plan. They will go in on January 13th to remove his left fibula bone.
At first we were concerned because it was the opposite of the initial plan, but we feel good about the decision now. We were blessed as a family to have our Stake Presidency come and visit this week. Pres. Nelson gave Mike the most beautiful blessing I've ever heard. In the blessing we were told to trust the doctors and that they would know the right things to do.
We are doing well as a family! We had an enjoyable New Years and are in awe of the love and support we feel from all of you!! We know we are in the hands of the Savior and he will see to our every need!! Thank you for loving us! Thank you for sacrificing for us! Thank you for supporting us and buoying us up!
WE LOVE YOU!!! Please continue to keep us in your prayers!!
Our oncologist is Dr. Lor Randall at Huntsman Cancer. He is Amazing!! He's been working with colleagues back in Boston to determine the best way to proceed.
We just got word that they've decided to do surgery first, and then analyze the treatment plan. They will go in on January 13th to remove his left fibula bone.
At first we were concerned because it was the opposite of the initial plan, but we feel good about the decision now. We were blessed as a family to have our Stake Presidency come and visit this week. Pres. Nelson gave Mike the most beautiful blessing I've ever heard. In the blessing we were told to trust the doctors and that they would know the right things to do.
We are doing well as a family! We had an enjoyable New Years and are in awe of the love and support we feel from all of you!! We know we are in the hands of the Savior and he will see to our every need!! Thank you for loving us! Thank you for sacrificing for us! Thank you for supporting us and buoying us up!
WE LOVE YOU!!! Please continue to keep us in your prayers!!
Love you guys!! Glad you're doing the blog!! You can bet I will check it daily haha!
ReplyDeleteMike & Dana, we are so sorry to hear this news. You guys are AMAZING & we stand in awe at your strength. We love your family and will keep you in our prayers. Please let us know how we can be of support to you.
ReplyDeleteLove, Christie & Micah Wright
I am so sorry to hear this news. I was so hoping it would turn out to be just a tumor and be done. I will be praying for your family and be checking in daily.
ReplyDeleteLove, Tawnie
I cannot even believe this news. I am so sorry. Garrett & I are amazed by your faith and optimism as you continue to face your challenges with such courage. We will be praying for you. Please know we are thinking about you and that we love you. Keep fighting strong. Love, Lori and Garrett
ReplyDeleteThe greatest blessings the Lord has for us are in the second mile. The greatest blessing we have for ourselves is finishing the race, teen
ReplyDeleteYou guys are amazing-staying as positive as ever and trusting in the Lord. For reals, thank you for that example!!!! Love to you two and your super darling kids! Love, Bub
ReplyDeletePraying for you. This is a great way to keep everyone informed.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the blog to keep us updated...As always, sending our love and prayers your way!
ReplyDeleteThank you for keeping us up on how things are going. You are in our prayers daily and we love you all!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the blog and the encouragig reports on your family as well. Mike and the whole family is in our prayers. May the Lord bless you all.
ReplyDeleteScott and Jackie
Our prayers are always with you all We love you!!
ReplyDelete-Soutas Family
Our prayers are with you and your family, especially with the surgery today. We want you to know how concerned we are the love we have for your family.
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