DEAREST FAMILY AND FRIENDS :
Dianne went to her Oncologist, Dr. Edenfield yesterday for her scheduled checkup and blood tests. Dr. Edenfield was pleased with her blood test results and continued progress. He asked Dianne how she was feeling, and she said "great".
Dianne's white blood count is a little low based upon her baseline, but it was about the same as 3 months ago. She was at 2.3 and her count before treatment was 3.4. This does not cause concern since her neutrafils, which are another white blood cell that fights infections, has improved and is normal. Hemoglobin is back to normal. As a normal routine, she will continue to see her Oncologist every 90 days this year for blood tests and routine exam. She feels really good, energy level back to normal, still some aches and pains from surgery, radiation, chemo, but overall Dianne is so so much better. Over the long haul, she lost 20+ pounds but has regained about 9 pounds. By the way, we have even been to the gym a few times to workout together.
Today, we just got back from her 3-month detailed mammogram test. Test was normal and she will not have to get another mammogram for 1 year.
We are so thankful for God's bountiful grace, and our loving, caring family and friends who have faithfully prayed for her since October 2008. It has been a long journey, but we both have gained strength through his grace, continuous prayers, and the many expressions of love to us.
If you have a few minutes, please watch the heart warming video of a young blind man who is so inspirational, and he is a real life story of someone who makes the most out of life's struggles. We are so thankful for our health.
Sending our love to each one of you in this New Year 2010. . . . . . . Bruce
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