It's Been a Good Day!!!

Today has been a good day. Mom spent over 6 hours at MD Anderson yesterday having her scans, xrays and blood work repeated. Today we met with the doctors to find out the results and we are all pleased with what we heard. Mom's tumor marker is down to 227 from 336 (it started at 1207 in December). Her liver is clear of lesions. The lesions in her lungs show slight shrinkage and signs of "cavitation" (black centers indicating dead cancer cells). Her pancreatic tumor is stable.

Mom's chemo treatment will be slightly altered. She has been receiving two IV chemo drugs every other week for the past 8 treatments. Beginning Thursday, she will be receiving only one chemo IV drug, but will receive it weekly for the next three weeks, take one week off, then repeat the process. She will have her tumor marker and all tests and scans repeated in 2 1/2 months.

The doctors are very pleased with Mom's progress and how well she is tolerating chemotherapy treatment. Please continue to lift her up in prayer. The prayers, cards, calls, and visits from her friends are a continued source of great joy, and for that....we thank you.

What A Wonderful Birthday!

Trudie said that her 80th birthday and all its surprises were "fantastic", "overwhelming", and "she's looking forward to the next one"!!!! Thank you to everyone for all the birthday cards, wishes, emails, and special memories that you took the time to share. It made the day so incredibly special for her...and for all of us to witness, once again, how much she is loved.

Mom goes back to MD Anderson tomorrow for 6 hours of testing. They are repeating all her x-rays, scans, and blood work to see where she's at after completing 8 rounds of chemo. We are placing all our trust in the good Lord as we approach tomorrow's testing, and the follow-up visit with the doctor for results on Tuesday afternoon. We will post all news to the blog as soon as possible. Once again, we thank everyone for their outpouring of love and prayers on her behalf.

The Latest.....

Mom completed round 8 of chemo yesterday....and continues to amaze us with her strength and energy. She and Dad are anxiously awaiting the arrival of their Connecticut girls on Tuesday. Marsha, Clancey and Brogan will arrive in time to help celebrate Mom's 80th birthday on Wednesday, April 14th. Lord willing, we will leave the next day for a quick trip to Waxahachie, then back to Sugar Land on Monday the 19th. Mom is scheduled to have all her tests, scans, and xrays repeated that day, then meet with the doctors the next day to find out the latest results. God is the great physician, and our prayer is that He will continue to bless mom with improved health and strength of body and spirit. Please keep her in your prayers.

Happy 80th Birthday, Mom!!! We all love you!!!!!!

Mom's Birthday Surprise!!!

Mom's 80th birthday is coming up on April 14th. We would like to surprise her with a scrapbook filled with birthday wishes. If you would like to send a card, note of hope and encouragement, or share a special memory, please send it to Marsha. You can email it to mdadams72@comcast.net, or you can mail something to Marsha Adams, 9 Saddle Ridge Dr., West Simsburty, CT 06092. We would like to have cards and notes by April 9th so we can get them "scrapbooked" before her birthday. Pictures are welcome, too. It's a surprise so.....sssshhhhhhhh!!!!!!!

Surprise! We're Home Again!!!

Our precious Susan was in Sugar Land visiting this past week, and offered her grandparents a ride home early this morning. She was headed back to Celina and was happy to have them along for the ride. They jumped at the chance, and were delivered home safely after a fun ride with Susan and her little 2 year old, Aiden. Mom and Dad will be home for about a week.

Mom had chemo round 7 on Thursday, and is feeling pretty good. God continues to bless them both with improved health and energy. You will probably see Mom and Dad zipping around town in the red truck....so keep your eyes open!

More Encouraging News...

Late today we received the results of yesterday's blood work. Mom's tumor marker has dropped to 339! That's down from 586 a month ago, and 1208 almost three months ago. We are thrilled and encouraged. To God be the glory, great things He has done!!!!

Back in Sugar Land

Dana drove Mom and Dad safely back to Sugar Land on Saturday night. They were lucky to miss all the unexpected snow and sleet that hit the Dallas area Saturday night and Sunday. Crazy Texas weather....snow and sleet in March!!!

Dad is feeling better, and is recovering from his pneumonia. Mom went to the doctor on Tuesday for blood work. Her red cell count and hemoglobin count are both low, so they plan on giving her a shot before chemo tomorrow to boost those counts. Tomorrow is chemo round 7. While Mom is running a little low on energy, she still possesses a fighting spirit and she's ready to go for round 7 and deliver another one-two punch to cancer.

While Mom and Dad didn't get to do everything they planned, nor see everyone they had hoped to see...they still had a nice time being home in Waxahachie. One person they did get to see was their little friend, Lawson, who lives next door. Lawson is 5 years old, and Trudie's biggest fan. When he found out Trudie was home, he ran down the sidewalk, up Trudie's porch and almost knocked her over with hugs. He then asked if they could have ice cream together. When Mom was dishing up the ice cream, Lawson said, "Trudie, you know we have the same ice cream at our house, but it tastes better here. Do you know why?" When Trudie asked him why, Lawson replied, "Because you're here, Trudie!" Even a precious 5 year old knows how blessed and wonderful this world is because Trudie is in it. Please continue to pray for Mom that chemo destroys this cancer, and she will continue to respond positively to treatment.