The MRI shows a fairly large tumor in L3 (vertebrae in my lower back). The only other scan we could compare it to was one in October and it has grown since then. We don’t know how recent the growth is. There are a bunch of smaller tumors in other vertebraes as well, but the larger one is most likely what is causing the pain. For now we are going to wait on the CT scan on the 23rd to give more clarity.
Today, all we really found out is that there’s not much the back surgeon can do to help my pain. There’s a chance that he might be able to put cement in L-3, but there’s too many other things we need to know first before we make that decision.
I’m trying not to worry about the size of that one tumor. I pray that the growth was from before I started this current chemo pill. So for now I wait, and pray, and wait, and pray….. So thankful for all those verses and songs of encouragement!
They gave me a back brace to see if that will help when I am up and about doing things around the house and walking around.
That’s it for now. ❤️❤️
I’m praying for you right now. For peace, and strength- physical, emotional, and mental. God hears your prayers. He has not forsaken you. He loves you. Lean into that while you wait for more answers.
I love you, my friend.
That’s all that He asks of His children. Watch and pray. May His Presence be so real. Praying .
Oh my goodness Jennifer. I pray for you and don’t even know how to pray. I’m so sorry you’re in so much pain. I’m really hoping for some relief for you. Hugs
Oh, Jennifer, this must be such difficult news. Our hearts ache for you and we pray all the time that your pain would be relieved and the chemo will do the job intended. Words cannot express our love for you nor can they do you any physical good. On the positive side, though, the love behind the words is mysteriously powerful. We see how you are growing closer and closer to the Lord, and relying upon Him for your strength and understanding. God has chosen you, Jennifer, for some strange reason, to teach the rest of us about your difficult journey. We are so sorry that you have to be the teacher. We wish, for all the world, that you didn’t have to go through this. We will keep praying that the doctors will be able to help you resolve the pain and enjoy each day with your family. You are precious and all of this has much more meaning – to you and to all of us – than you will ever know. May LOVE from all directions sustain you.
Dear Jennifer…Judy Jansen beautifully expressed my thoughts and prayers for you in a way I struggled to articulate, so I will just add “Amen”.
Continuing to keep you and
Tom and the girls in our prayers.
Amen! Continued prayers for you and your family ❤️
Praying for you and your family. You are a very strong woman.
May the peace that surpasses all understanding fill your heart as you process this new information. Praying for your physical, emotional and spiritual needs as well as for the needs of your sweet family. ❤☝️
The L3 has given me the most problem through the year so I know the pain and I don’t have a tumor on it. It is amazing what they can do now for those tumors. Glad you are getting some answers. Yes I continue to pray for you.
Our prayer will continue for you . Praying you will receive relief from your back pain. I am praying to our lord to give you strength physically,and mentally. You are a remarkable young women . Praying for Tom and your beautiful girls .
Praying for you tonight!
Jennifer, you are continually in my prayers. Keep your eyes fixed on Christ, the author and finisher of your faith. You have been standing firm for such a long time. When you are feeling weak, let the prayers of your sisters in Christ hold you up. We are here for you. Much love, Bonnie
Oh Jennifer. Yes, praying that the size of this new tumor was that size before you started the new chemo pill. Praying for relief with the brace and praying that you will look to the Lord, which I know you do, when you feel bad and hurting. Much love sent to you and your family. You probably have this but, 2 Cor. 12:9, My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.