The CT results from the radiologist were in My Chart about an hour after I got home on Wednesday. I didn’t need to Google anything to get the jist of it. The cancer has spread.
We talked to my oncologist on Friday afternoon to make sure we understood it correctly and to talk about treatment options.
I have a bone scan on Tuesday which will show more of where the active cancer is in the bones. But the CT shows that cancer has pretty much taken over my spine. The spots on my lungs have grown and there are a couple new spots. The spot on my liver has grown as well. The scan also showed a lot of stool built up, so there’s that to deal with. So fun….
So what are we going to do?
We are going to go to Hawaii!
Tomorrow, Tom will talk to his work and then I’m going to get on the phone and book an amazing vacation for our family to Hawaii. We are hoping to stay at the Disney Aluani. I’ll look into renting a recliner to sleep in and get a wheelchair to get around in.
We’ll talk to the girls’ teachers and pull them out for a week, probably the week after spring break. This is all guessing at this point until I make some calls tomorrow. Our original plan was Disney World….that was always our plan. But COVID happened and now my body can’t handle that trip. So Hawaii is my next choice.
As far as treatment, I’ll move on to the next chemo, which sounds horrible, but I’m not ready to stop trying yet. The oncologist says that he would give the rest of the treatment options about a 20% chance of working, just like the last few I have tried. That’s discouraging, but 20% is better than 0%. Plus, my days are in the Lord’s hands. 20 is just a number.
So how am I doing with this news? I’m discouraged. My body is tired and I have been sleeping a lot the past couple days. This is all part of God’s plan and I know He will continue to be with me through this next round of chemo.
Tom is amazing and so supportive. I know this is so hard for him. The girls understand what is going on. They see me in bed most of the time. some days are easier than others. We are all just taking one day at a time and trusting God and that His will would be done in all of our lives.
Thanks for praying with us.
May God help you plan this fabulous trip. Best prescription for not so good news!! May He give you memorable moments!
Oh, Jennifer. I’m so sorry to hear this news. I’ll be praying for an amazing vacation for you all in Hawaii and for the chemo to work effectively.
Jennifer, thank you for sharing with us, , we continue to pray daily for you, Tom and the girls. May The Lord give you a blessed trip to Hawaii with many special memories! You are on the hearts of many in the body! We love you!
Continue to pray for all of you!
Hawaii, what a great plan!!
Love your trust in God’s plan and your amazing spirit.
Definitely praying with you all! Praying for all the vacations plans to go smoothly and trusting God to bless your time together.
Lots of love and continued prayers for all.
Praying for you all-Hawaii will be amazing!
I am sad to hear this news, but glad you are going to Hawaii, soaking in family, sun and Disney!! Praying it will be a beautiful time for your family!!
Lots of love and continued prayers for all.
Oh Jennifer.. I was just thinking about, talking about and praying for you and your family today.. I specifically will pray that you feel well enough to enjoy this time with your family with as little pain as possible.. you are such an amazing human. I hope you truly know how much of an impact your transparency has had on others, my family specifically. So much love to all of you.
Jennifer,
I’m so sorry.
Praying that your Hawaii trip is amazing with no glitches and that the SON give you warmth and peace. Love to you all!
Praying for you as you make plans to vacation in Hawaii to soak up the SON! ⛱ I will also be praying for the Lord’s healing and, strength and rest in the coming days.
All of our days are in the Lord’s hands. Four years ago I was going through this with Alpha. We did get in a 3 day trip to Yosemite. I continue to pray for you and the very special memories that you are building with the girls and Tom. I sure send my love and prayers.
Dear Jennifer, this was not the news you wanted to hear, I am sure. I am so glad you are planning a family get away. I will be praying for all of the details to fall into place, down to the most minute detail, and that you will feel well enough to really enjoy the time away. Sending love. Wendy
Continued prayers for you and your family. May you have a wonderful vacation! Praying also that the next chemo will work effectively. Jesus is with you as you take it one day at a time. That is His promise and He never fails on His promises.
Oh,Jennifer, I am so sorry.
This was not the news we wanted to hear.
I am so glad to know that you are trusting in God’s plan for you and your dear family.
Praying that you will feel well enough and strong enough to plan and enjoy this trip,and that you will feel His daily Presence.
I will be praying that you will be in the 20% next time!!❤️❤️
So sorry to hear your news. I pray that all your trip plans will come together and that you and your family will have a wonderful memorable vacation. He knows the plans He has for us. Blessings
Jen, you are always on my mind and in my prayers. I am saddened by your news but I am not surprised at your courage and perspective. You are a beautiful, strong warrior. I pray you and your sweet family make amazing memories on your upcoming trip to Hawaii. May the beauty of the islands bless your soul. Love you sweet friend, Bonnie
Dear Jennifer,
After reading all of the other comments, what more can be said? So, I will simply let you know that I continue to lift you, Tom and the girls up in my prayers. Through all the clouds, may the SON shiner brighter still on all of you, and may He fill each one of you with exactly what you need, things like peace and comfort and strength along with joy and love.
Take care, my friend,
Susan
Jennifer, I’m praying for you and your sweet family. You’re right, God is in control and knows our days. Hawaii is a wonderful idea and I hope you all make some precious family memories!
I am sorry the cancer has spread. That must have been the last thing you wanted to hear. I’m praying you get your Hawaii trip booked and all the details quickly and easily fall into place. And speaking as someone who loves Disney Land and Universal Studios — I think Disney World is over-rated. Your Hawaii trip will be just what you need. 🙂
Praying praying praying. Virtual hugs for your entire family. Love to you all.