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March 12, 2008
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Dick and I tried to mentally prepare ourselves for our meeting at Mayo today. My PET scan took place at 11:00 a.m. Our appointment to meet with the doctors was not until 4:00 p.m. Of course 4:00 p.m. dragged on to 4:45 p.m. Early on, we both agreed, if there is only one doctor in the room, Dr. Grothey, the scans were not good.
When we were called in for the appointment there was only one person waiting in the room for us. He immediately introduced himself to us as the lung surgeon’s assistant. The first thing he did was hand me a pamphlet on lung surgery. He told us it would be a few minutes, as both Dr. Grothey and Dr. Cassivi were discussing the details of my case. I turned to Dick with a smile….it’s a go!
My PET scan results came back showing no progression. The cancer has not spread to other organs. That, in itself, is a tremendous relief.
Both doctors entered the room. Dr. Grothey introduced his trusted colleague and told me he would leave us to talk for a bit and that I was in good hands.
I think this new doctor in my life wanted to get a good look at me. Size me up….see if I was worth surgical odds. He quickly learned that he is working with a true fighter. Before I knew it, a surgery that I was told was impossible was being scheduled. April 15 is generally not a day most Americans look forward to…dreaded Tax Day. For me, April 15, 2008 will mean I no longer have cancer in my body.
It’s not an easy surgery. It’s not a quick recovery. It is the beginning of a new life for me.
Miracles do happen. Silver linings can be found. Prayers are answered.
I am on a high. My words may not make complete sense. I needed to communicate the high points. I will provide more detail after I have allowed my new reality to be absorbed.
Heavy hitters….I asked and you provided. Thank you just doesn’t seem to be enough.
More details to follow. For now, I need to rest and enjoy a pleasant night of dreams….dreams with a future.
06.22.08 - 
Chris and Jaime 
Brian Aagaard 
Thanks for your support -
i will pray for you and sand you 100 angels to take care of you and pray to GOD with all my hard
lots of love soledad
Love & Hugs, Joyce
Spectacular! What a difference a day makes. Dream sweet dreams… dreams without fear… dreams with visions of what your future might bring.
Dear Kathy,
what a tremendous relief for you. am so happy for you and your family. how exciting to know that there will no longer be any cancer in your body. ou have certainly earned it, know all about the sweaty palms and the anguish while waiting. couldn’t be happier. keep us updated on your progress when you feel up to it.
GOD BLESS,
PATTY
I have been uplifting you in my healing prayers Kathy and I am delighted that your fantastic medical team gave you the words of hope that you and many others were praying for! During the next month get lots of rest and pamper yourself, think beautiful thoughts of what life will be like once this blight has been removed from your body once and for all. Eat extremely healthy, drink lots of pure water. You continue to be an inspiration to many of us “survivors” Shalom, Lily
Kathy,
I am so happy for you! I will keep you in my prayers.
Wendy
Kathy and Hubby thinking about ya.
Hug Sherri
What an encouraging report! I am so thankful to God and happy for you.
The hymn says, “This is a day that the Lord had made, I will rejoice and be glad in it!”
I will be praying for you in the coming weeks.
Mac
Hi Kathy, I know your special day is coming up next week and I wanted to let you know I continue to claim victory over disease for you. Please let us hear from you before you surgery. I look forward to hearing from you as soon as you are able after surgery! Shalom, Lily