We received some difficult news this past week. Following a surgery the previous week to remove a tumor, it was determined that I have ovarian cancer. I had a couple of scans to determine if the cancer had spread and those thankfully came back negative. My stage of cancer, as shown from the scans, is stage I but that can change when I go into surgery today if microscopic cancer cells are found elsewhere. Any affected areas will be removed and then once I recover from surgery, I will need to undergo about 6 months of chemotherapy. As you can imagine, this is all very sudden and shocking. Our lives are turned upside right now yet we feel calm and confident. We are grateful for the urgency and skill of the doctors in treating me and find assurance in a blessing I received prior to my emergency room visit that showed the cancer.
We felt the need to inform so many friends and family so that we can have the support we need during this most trying of trials. Your prayers on behalf of my health and recovery are very much appreciated. Also, you may consider putting my/our name(s) on the prayer roll of the temple where you live or in the prayer group at your church. We have already felt strengthened by our Heavenly Father and know He is mindful of us at this most difficult time. We so love all of you!
5 comments:
I'm so glad you decided to post an update. Now we can be specific in our prayers for you and keep up to date without having to bother you all the time instead of letting you rest. Make sure to let us know how to best help as the need arises. Love ya!
I have been thinking so much about you this past week... You are in ours prayers. If there is anything more we can be doing for you, please don't hesitate to ask.
Love and prayers, friend. I hope all went well yesterday.
My dear Melanie, I tried calling you but could not track down your number. I sent you an e-mail to the address I have on file, so I hope it's still the same. I will have your name in the Newport Beach Temple asap.
Melanie, thank you for posting the update and your wonderful testimony. I know how hard this was for you in some ways, but not at all in others. You and your family will remain in my prayers and thoughts as you adjust to this new phase of your life. May you feel His presence in your lives at this time. Love you all!
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