Prayer Request for day10's wife

day10 ^ | 12/10/2003 | day10

[day10]

2 years ago, at the age of 33, my wife was diagnosed with breast cancer. We thought we caught it early and she underwent a double mastectomy and went through the most radical chemotherapy regimen that you can get in an effort to defeat this thing and never see it again. We have 8 and 6 year old boys and she wanted to be done with it so she could take care of our kids.

In mid-October she found a lump in her stomach, and had it biopsied. When the biopsy results returned she and I were in Las Vegas, as I was working a convention there for my company. On October 24th she and I were touring Hoover Dam and having fun. I include the date so that folks can see how ravaging this disease can be.

We got the call that day and were informed that the lump was indeed cancerous. It turns out that she has a condition called Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC). In other words, the chemotherapy she underwent the first time around didn't kill the disease. With MBC you are considered stage 4 and there is no cure. You treat it but are essentially buying time. Some folks buy as much as 2 years, others are not quite as fortunate.

It is now December 10 and she has multiple (as in 30+) tumors in her brain, 4 tumors in her stomach, 1 in her leg, and 2 in her spinal cord, one in the lower spine and a newly discovered one in the neck area. Radiation treatments had little effect on the tumor in her lower spine and because of that the nerves that control motion in her lower legs have been pressured by the tumor to the point that she now is confined to a wheelchair as she is essentially paralyzed from the waist down. Radiation has been completed on her brain and her oncologist says the tumors there are shrinking, which is a blessing. The new spinal cord tumor was discovered last week and she is undergoing radiation treatments to it right now. She has been in the hospital for 5+ weeks now.

We are relying on our faith to get us through this. I personally have discovered how real God is in ways I could never have comprehended before.

If any of you believe in the power of prayer, I would certainly appreciate it if you would include my family in your prayers.

My wife continues to be upbeat and positive, and maintains that she will be the first person to beat Stage 4 MBC.

Everyone, please treasure every moment you have with your family and loved ones. Never let a day go by without telling them you love them.

[Travis McGee]

God Bless your wife, yourself, and your children. Keep strong for them, it must be so hard.... Prayers away....

[Prime Choice]

You and yours are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Good Lord comfort you all in your time of need.

[EggsAckley]

I'm so sorry about your wife. My prayers go out to her AND you and your children.

I lost 4 loved ones in less than three years, and I completely understand what you mean about seeing God in a new light.

I always say, love 'em while you've got 'em.
Bless you.

[shineon]

You have my prayers. Jesus can do anything. Will you Lord?

[jtminton]

Prayers and hope!

[xJones]

Dear God, please help this family. Please show them Thy mercy, in Jesus' Name, Amen.

It's time for prayer ping lists, friends.

[OldFriend]

Many many heartfelt prayers for your wife and your family. We pray for your comfort and for courage to face the future.

[ZinGirl]

sending prayers for your wife and you as you deal with this...special prayers for the kids.

[End Times Sentinel]

May The Lord's Light shine upon you and your family, now more than ever. 

Let His Strength, Mercy, and Compasion sheppard you through this dark time.

 

My family's prayers will be with you.

 

God Bless.

 

Owl_Eagle

May The Lord's Light shine upon you and your family, now more than ever. 

Let His Strength, Mercy, and Compasion sheppard you through this dark time.

 

My family's prayers will be with you.

 

God Bless.

 

May The Lord's Light shine upon you and your family, now more than ever. 

Let His Strength, Mercy, and Compasion sheppard you through this dark time.

My family's prayers will be with you.

God Bless.

[The Right Stuff]

I will definitely pray for you and your family. God be with you.

[pubmom]

Prayers for your entire family during this time.

[international american]

I pray for your wife, and for you and your family
God Bless, IA

[NormsRevenge]

This is one Marine who normally doesn't tear up as he send Prayers to those so in need of comfort.

I lost my mom when I was 3 to MBC over 46 years ago, the anniversary date of her passing is December 17th.

God's comfort to you and your wife and family.

[RiflemanSharpe]

Prayer to your wife and all those you two hold dear. God Bless you and keep you.

[dandelion]

We are praying with you, day10!

Father, I lift up these, your children. You, know them, you made them, and you love them more than we could ever know. Open our eyes to you, that we may recognize your hand at work...

You are God. You can do anything. Help us, please.

In Jesus name...

[Tijeras_Slim]

Prayers to you and your family for comfort and courage in this difficult time.

[MamaB]

Prayers being said for your wife. Keep us posted.

[deadhead]

Prayers for your family. God Bless All of you. Take Care

Colleen

[stainlessbanner]

"There can be miracles when you believe...." For with God nothing shall be impossible --Luke1:37