Thankful!!

Just got back from Dr. Gupta's office. My tumor markers were down to 103 from 128 back in May. Rob asked him if the results were what he was expecting to see. His reply was that I was defying the odds. This is due to the fact that I have such an aggressive form of breast cancer. We feel so blessed with these results. I do not go back until October 5th. He tried to get me to go 12 weeks but I compromised with 10. Now, I can focus my attention on getting the girls ready to return to school.

I know that I have said it many times before, but thank you all for your continued prayers. Through God, all things are possible!

It's That Time Again

We have not been very good at keeping the blog up-to-date. However, this summer has been great. We were able to take a couple of short trips to Chicago and Cedar Point between all the basketball camps, workouts, etc. that Rachel has been involved with.

Teresa is feeling well. Battles swollen feet and legs after being up for extended periods of time but overall everything is good. You would not know by looking at her that she is battling breast cancer.

On Friday, July 23 she will get her blood work for the tumor marker done. On Tuesday, July 27th she has an appointment with Dr. Gupta. We hope and pray that the numbers continue to go down.

Thank you all for your continued love and support!!

Birthday Wishes!

I just wanted to thank everyone for all of their good wishes for my 39th birthday. I am so thankful to be another year older. I had a wonderful birthday!!

I can't believe it is already the middle of June. The girls' summer break seems to be flying by. Rachel has been busy with basketball. Kendal finished off her dance season with two performances. We have been enjoying our pool with these hot, humid days.

Thanks to all for their continued prayers.

Love,
Teresa

Great News

We just got back from the doctor's appointment. Teresa's tumor marker was down again. It went from 152 to 128. Her next visit will be on July 27th. Thank you for your continued prayers and support. We are very grateful to have all of you in our lives.

Rob

2 Month Check-Up

On Tuesday, May 25th, Teresa has her 2 month check-up with Dr. Gupta. The days leading up to the appointment are always stressful for her and the rest of the family. Please pray that she handles the stress well and that her tumor marker comes back with good numbers. Thank you for your continued prayers and support.

Rob

Spring Break

We were able to get away for a vacation during Spring Break. We had such a great time! It was wonderful to spend so much time together. The girls loved playing on the beach. We went with another family and really enjoyed hanging out with them for the week. We had great weather, an awesome condo, and lots of good food.

What a difference a year makes..... this time last year, we didn't even know if I'd be around to go on a Spring Break vacation. We thank God every day for making me feel good enough to enjoy activities with the girls. We are finally used to the new "normal" for us and all have adapted well.

We feel truly blessed to have such great friends and family. We appreciate everyone keeping us in their prayers.

A quick update on my dad: He finished his 9th week of radiation treatments on April 9th. He will be off work for 2 more weeks as his body tries to heal. He has had a lot of discomfort the last 2 weeks. Pray that his upcoming scan shows that the cancer is gone.

Good News!

I had my appointment with Dr. Gupta this evening. My tumor marker levels had dropped from 157 in November to 152. Not a huge drop, but we'll take it! All of my other blood work came back great and my liver is still functioning normally. I do not have to get any tests until the end of May. Please keep those prayers coming my way!!