What is next? Stereotactic radiosurgery on Thursday, July 22 in Jackson.
Hopefully, this link will give you some idea about what that means. Very basically, it is a one time, high dose radiation that is beamed directly into each brain tumor. Dr. Kovalic anticipates good results.
We have an appointment in Houston at MD Anderson on Monday, August 2nd. Depending on the results of this next radiation treatment, it is entirely possible that she will not need any further treatment at this time. However, we feel it important to follow through with the Houston visit in order to establish a relationship with doctors there for now and the future. It never hurts to have a second and third opinion.
She continues with diligence in her diet modifications and pursuit of good health through nutrition. The natural healing protocol we are following can be found in the book Cancer Free by Bill Henderson. The book is well outside of mainstream medical thinking, and that seems to be a problem for some people. Although, for the life of me, I don't know why. Another great book along those same lines is Cancer: Step Outside the Box by Ty Bollinger. Honestly, I've been quite surprised by the amount of support we have heard for our "natural healing" efforts. It does take some courage to "step outside the box." Thanks to those of you who have been encouragers on this front.
Micah and I and the kids are planning to return to Oklahoma next week. We are sad to leave, but so excited to be back with our OK family. We will join Mama and Daddy in a few weeks for our trip to Houston. That's as far as the plans go.
Mama has talked a bit about returning to work on a very limited basis, perhaps just on Saturday morning. I think she would enjoy being back in that groove. She is still experiencing some fatigue and having a bit of trouble remembering tiny details, but nothing dramatic. I know she would say that she dreads us leaving, but I think the restful time will be good for her. Take my word for it, the Smiths can generate a lot of chaos, laundry, dishes, etc. I know she loves us, but we need to go home for everyone's sake. At least for now.
Pray for safe travels, successful procedures and, as always, complete healing.
Awesome. so thankful to hear.
ReplyDeleteI have been checking every once in awhile and praying every day for this good report! Amy, I can't praise you enough for all your efforts and tender care for your sweet Mama. (tell her I love her) Y'all have a good trip home.
ReplyDeleteThank you for all that you have done. You have allowed her the time to heal. As mothers we get such peace being surrounded by our children and their families. You have lifted her spirits and been such an encouragement to her during such trying days.You and Micah have been such a gift.We will continue to pray for toatl healing and that God will have been glorified through everything that has happened. God be with you in your travels!
ReplyDeleteAmy and Micah,
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear the good news and praying for additional success. We are thinking about y'all and hope that the OK trip is refueling for you all. We miss you all.
Jake and Melanie Morris
Amy, Your sweet mother is alway in my prayers. Grateful for such good news on the reduction of tumors. August 2 is around the corner. Thinking of you all as you she proceeds into the journey of fighting this cancer.
ReplyDeleteThough I don't always understand how our prayers impact our lives and those we love but I do not need to understand;I believe and trust that He gives great gifts to his children. We may not always like these gifts, but they to glorify Him and you and your family are doing this so well.
love you kathryn