A Reason to Celebrate

Mom had her second PET scan on April 6th. She and Dad met with the radiologist and oncologist the 11th and 13th. Joyce will write the details when she has a chance (and correct any errors in this post!), but there is too much gladness to be contained right now, so I wanted to make a quick post for everyone. The tumors that were treated with radiation are gone, even the spot on Mom's liver! The cancer in her bones does not appear as "bright" as before and in the doctor's words, "it is amazing!". While there is still a tumor at the top of her spine near her neck, Mom's pain has abated greatly and she has been able to reduce her pain medication. She has gained back some weight and her energy level has increased. In the words of Elder Russell M. Nelson this month during General Conference, "Thanks Be To God." Elder Nelson went on in his talk to say, "How much better it would be if all could be more aware of God’s providence and love and express that gratitude to Him." Our hearts are full and we are so grateful to God for His gift of healing for Paula, His love for each of us, and the knowledge we have that He is ever watching over us. Thanks to each of you, too, for your prayers and continued remembrance of Paula and Don.