Yesterday turned out to be quite the eventful day with a bit too much excitement for us. First of all, Lucas started preschool. He's been looking forward to this day since we found the school in May. I was probably more nervous than he was. I'm so excited for him and think it will be a great experience for him. He can't wait to go back next week and play with all of his new friends.
Unfortunately, Brian got some bad news from his doctor. He's been having some pain for a month or so now and finally decided to go in to see the doc after his routine tests. Brian has two more tumors. They are both about golf ball size and are indicated by the black dots in the picture. He has to get another CT scan to get a better view of the tumors and then his doctor wants him to get a second opinion as to the best procedure. The reason his situation is so unique(aside from his rare bone disorder-hereditary multiple exostosis) is because these tumors usually stop growing when he stops growing. The probability is really only about a 2% change for another growth, and this now makes for his 4th and 5th. He will get them surgically removed within the next couple of months, but the debate as to whether chemo or radiation is necessary will depend on the second opinion. His doctor thinks it really won't help in this case and we are praying that is merely reiterated by a specialist. We are extremely blessed that Brian is able to get these routine tests and has such a wonderful doctor. We are so grateful for the amazing support system we have, but I know Brian is really ready to be done with surgeries. Hopefully they can figure out why this keeps happening and get it taken care of once and for all.
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Oh wow, we'll keep Brian in our prayers!
What a week you have had. Sounds like Lucas will have a grand time in preschool.
I can't believe that Lucas is in preschool. He is such a cute little thing. We loved him hanging out with us at Bear Lake. Sorry about Brian. He is a super strong guy and I know will be fine. I just keep hoping that he would be done with those things. Let me know what we can do to help.
Emily! It was so great seeing you at our reception! Wow! It's been such a long time, but it was really great seeing you and your boys. How fun that Lucas is a lil' student now! Good luck with that! Hope you guys get things figured out with Brian - you're all in our prayers!
Dang - sorry to hear about Brian! So sad he has to go through that again! Hope it all gets figured out soon. I just had to tell you I read "These Is My Words" and LOVED it! Thanks again for the recommendation!
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