My favorite verse has always been Isaiah 40:31. "And they that wait upon the Lord, He will renew their strength. They will mount up with wings as eagles. Then will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint."
Let me tell you, we've learned a LOT about waiting! Waiting in the Dr.'s office, waiting for test results, waiting to tell people, waiting for sleep to come, waiting for a definite diagnosis. Just a lot of waiting! By nature, I don't consider myself to be a real patient person sometimes. But, God gives us that extra grace in times like this. And, I'm learning to wait!!
Today I talked to both the surgeon and oncologist. The surgeon let me know that it IS Inflammatory Breast Cancer. This rare and agressive type of cancer is staged at a 3b when it discovered. But, the good news is that it can be treated and cured, provided it hasn't spread. Also, we are thankful to report that the PET Scan came back as good news! He saw one little nodule he said "lit up" on the scan, but he thinks that could be swelling from the biopsy. Other than that, nothing else! So, one down, one to go!
Our prayer request continues to be that is hasn't spread. Also, that we will have wisdom when it comes to choosing treatment. We have some awesome drs. that are doing all they can to help us through this. We would like to have peace that we have made the correct decision. We are so thankful and humbled by everyone's prayer support and love! We know we are in HIS perfect strength because of it!
So, here's my hubby's humorous comment of the night. (With apologies to all my blonde friends!)
Dave wanted to know if my hair grows back darker, if I'll be any smarter. Feel free to voice your outrage to Dave! :-)
In His Strength,
Cindy and the VK's
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Hi, I'm praying for you too!
Dave and Cindy - we are certainly praying for you through all of this. We know God has the power to make you cancer-free some months from now, and that's what we're praying for! And we're praying for strength and encouragement throughout the tough months ahead. Oh - and Cindy, I'd also say we're praying for you to be able to get past Dave's awful blonde jokes, but he's my special friend, so I wouldn't want to upset him :) Love ya both! - Tom
Dear Dave and Cindy, thanks for beng willing to share your story with others who love and care for you. I was encouraged to see humor - it's so healthy to maintain that perspective in the difficult times. I have never had cancer myself, but I have heard people testify to the determination not to let cancer define them. "I have cancer" is very different from "I am cancer". May God give you the ability to handle the good times and bad times with grace. Clyde and I will be praying for you. Beth
Blondez r realy smart, rite? I take offense, David!
We'll keep praying for strength through the waiting, and that God will use this blog and your posts for His glory. Can't wait to see you guys this weekend! We love you!
Pam
Cindy and Dave, We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Love Nelly and Gary Groenewold and family
Dave, Cindy, Bryan, Adam and Erin - We're praying for strength for all of you during this time in your life. Cindy - we're before the throne for complete healing for you. Thank you for sharing this blog with everyone that loves and cares for you! Kathy and family
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