Tuesday, August 10, 2010
nodular sclerosis hodgkin's lymphoma
our dr called and is nodular sclerosis hodgkin's lymphoma. sad because i do have cancer and no cancer is good. BUT...this is what my doctors thought and we have been given every reason to believe its curable. God is good. so now we gear up for some chemo...we will know more details once we talk to our doctor on aug 24th. he is letting me take the week off with no appointments! so we are heading to the outer banks and staying in our dear friends gorgeous beach house. my sister becky arrives today with her little boy, drake who is 7.5 months and my oldest sister allsion arrives thursday...so we will spend sometime at the beach and in the pool until sunday. unfortunately, on the 16th i start up again with a bone marrow biopsy and a metaport insert and a few more tests on the 18th and 19th. but for today i am free. free to head to the beach.
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Thank God!! I can just see your smile right now. Go have fun!
ReplyDeleteOh Libby, I am so feeling more at ease. God bless you dear and your loved ones. Have a great time. Grandma Ryder
ReplyDeleteOur prayers are being answered. Enjoy your time at the beach.
ReplyDeleteStephanie
Glad to hear it's what they thought it was. Praying that you will be cured/healed very quickly!! have fun at the beach!!
ReplyDeleteHave fun at the banks! I read your blog every day, and I am praying for you and your family. My mom was diagnosed with breast cancer two years ago and after a double mastectomy and a 12 week chemo routine, she is doing fine today! It was a journey though. A loooong, annoying journey for her. Its amazing that such a small nuisance in your body can shape your whole life around it, isnt it? Hang in there girl, I know when all of this is over you will be a witness to other cancer patients.
ReplyDeleteLibby,
ReplyDeleteI have been praying for this news since I found out you had lymphoma. This is SUCH good news! It's amazing to watch your and many others prayers being answered daily...from your sleep to Ava's sleep to peace to now a diagnosis of the most treatable kind of lymphoma. It's truly amazing to see God work for you and through you. I have bee reading your posts every day...you are an inspiration to me and many others and I know you are strengthening many peoples relationships with their spouses, children, and most importantly the Lord through your words. That is a important calling!
Stay strong in Him!
With love,
Rachel Dykstra
Enjoy your week off and I know you will treasure every moment. I will be praying that God gives your mind a rest this week. Hugs to you and your little family.
ReplyDeleteLibby,
ReplyDeleteYour faith is an inspiration to many. God bless you and your family as you go through this difficult time. Enjoy your stay at the beach as you surely deserve some time away! I look forward to following your story and hearing the news of your full recovery. Praying for you...
Hi! I found your blog through my husband's co-worker's sister-in-law whom I have never met. Wild, right? Our stories are very different, but so much of what you have openly and vulnerably shared has resonated with me. The Body of Christ, love of family, God's grace, and your authenticity. Thankyou for journaling and allowing so many people from all over to be a part of this journey with you. Your testimony will draw those who don't know Christ to Him; and those who do know Christ will be inspired to want to know Him more deeply. I love that your husband writes letters to you on your blog. I might have to mention that to my husband;) I have prayed for you, and now that I "know" you, will continue to pray for your family as the Lord brings you to mind. Have a blast soakin' up some sun!
ReplyDeleteBethany
Omaha, NE
Enjoy every moment! Praying daily for God's perfect will in your life.
ReplyDeleteMarlene
Arizona
celebrating the good news! Gray gets a big smile on his face when I show him the video of Ava. Young love...
ReplyDeleteWe are so praying for you. I hope you are a little more relaxed and able to have a little fun at the beach. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. ~Shirl
ReplyDeletePraise God! I am so happy to hear the news- I'm in tears for you. I'm a mother of 2 little ones myself and have been following your story when a friend said she was praying for you. Enjoy His beauty today at the beach!
ReplyDeleteThoughts for fun right now and prayers for strength-building in you and your fams mind body and souls!......but thoughts for fun right now :)
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear this Libby.
ReplyDeleteI hope you have fun in the sun with the fam
PRAISE GOD for good news...i can stop checking your blog today ;)
Libby, you don't know me, but I found out about your blog through another blog I read (Brittany's Blessings- requesting prayers for you). My family just went through a cancer struggle (my 7 year old cousin, Bayler), and the one greatest thing I learned from it all is that it's times like these when God can be most glorified. You and your husband are inspiring with your strength and faith. You're in my prayers. Enjoy the Outer Banks.
ReplyDeleteJordan (Kansas City)
I don't know you personally, just saw your blog linked on a friend's facebook page, but I just wanted to encourage you. My father-in-law was diagnosed with lymphoma last winter, he decided not to treat it right up until he was at death's door. At the last hour he decided to start chemo, we feared it was too late, but it's amazing to see his pain go away, his strength return, his passion for life return. He's getting results today from his post chemo body scan and we're praying for full remission.
ReplyDeleteI'll pray for you also, God is good for helping you find out what you have and have the support to go after it right away.
I am so happy for this diagnosis! That sounds funny to say, but I understand the difference. I think I mentioned that my father-in-law had Hodgkin's and so did Joe Tanis (remember him from Brookside?). This is the not so bad Lymphoma. But you will still be fighting and we will be here in Mich. fighting with you! Keep on smiling, praying, and loving! They say your attitude will make a huge difference in your treatment, healing and recovery! With love
ReplyDeleteWe are continuing to pray for you all. Hope that you have a relaxing time on your trip.
ReplyDeleteHope you all have a wonderful time this week. Does it get any more peaceful than being at the beach? It's amazing to watch how your story is truly inspiring so many people. Love you All! Aunt Marlo
ReplyDeleteAh, found out what they thought it was . Enjoy your time at the beach , & we'll be praying you through the treatment.
ReplyDeleteLove, Cousin Kathy Dykstra
Libby, I put you, Justin,and Ava on the prayer list at my church. We are all praying for you daily. Sometimes I just stop what I'm doing during the day and say a prayer for you. God answers prayer and heals people.
ReplyDeleteLove In Christ
Barbara Belcher
God is so amazing! Enjoy your time of refreshing! Congratulations on the Encouraging News! You are still in my prayers!
ReplyDeleteDear Libby,
ReplyDeleteI hope you don't mind that I continue to comment. You are bringing me strenghth each day. I have a genetic disorder called hemochromatosis. Sounds bad but it's really not too bad - I just can't get rid of iron without phlebotomies - having a pint of blood drawn every couple of months. It's the least of my problems. Your probably familiar with a place called the "infusion center" at whatever hospital you attend. I've sat there many times across from cancer patients that are desperate for iron in their blood. I have too much iron - yet they can't find a way for us to help each other. It's a cold place to be, and the only warm thing in the room is Christ. I've seen dozens of brave women like you fighting through this. You'll win. I know it. Let's face it, there is no way for you to not win. I'll pray for you tonight.
Brad
You are in my prayers. Wishing you all the best and a swift recovery.
ReplyDeleteThere is no better place than the OBX to relax and unwind!!! We love it there!! Have had you heavy in my prayers and hope you will have a wonderful time at the beach!!! I am so thankful that this cancer is said to be curable, and with God's hand in this, I have ever confidence that you will be cured!
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to say Hi Libby! Found your blog over at Lyndise's - A Love Worth Waiting For! I hope you are enjoying your vacation at the beach and I am praying for you! My Mom has cancer also!
ReplyDeleteWishing you the best!
Hey Libby, I took a couple of days off from your blog and am now caught up. I'm so happy for you that the test results confirmed your doctors' suspicions, and that this cancer is treatable. I'm praying for you and your little family, and wish you much fun and peace with your loved ones at the beach this week.
ReplyDeleteJenny Rice
Hello Libby! Your sister-in-law, Sara and I taught together in Lexington about eight years ago. I found out about your blog through her blog. I lift you, Justin and your sweet daughter Ava in prayer. You will continue to be in my daily prayers. May God bless you all!
ReplyDeleteHey Libby,
ReplyDeleteI don't know you but I came across your blog from a friend in my church. I want you to know that I'm praying for your recovery and I want to encourage you as well! My Aunt had this exact same cancer when I was young. She had 2 young children at the time, had to go through the chemo, lost her hair (she wore a scarf instead of wigs), and made a full recovery. She has been completely cured for about 15 years! You sound like such a fighter, I know you can beat this!
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