I am completely pain free after being on narcotic strength meds for a couple of weeks. The pain was in my back and stomach, caused by the mass in my pelvis. The lack of pain suggests that the first round of chemo has done its work and shrunk the bad stuff.
We were at Sunnybrook yesterday and had genetic testing done. They are checking for the BRCA1/2 gene mutation. I may not have it, but if I do there is a chance of participating in clinical trials and having drugs that inhibit the gene mutation. My young age for ovarian cancer makes me eligible for this testing.
Later, we went to the pain clinic at Sunnybrook so I can easily access medications as I need them by phone. The doctor told me that I was too healthy for her clinic. (With a smile). I attribute it to prayer. The nurse thought my recovery was "very unusual, very unusual."
I have also been taken by a friend to a naturopath, Dr. Debbie Smrz, who specializes in cancer care. She has put me on a super healthy diet specially designed for my personal situation. I will not be taking any supplements, without doctor approval. This practice is very experienced and careful not to have anything interact with medical treatment. I will be avoiding most sugar and packing in the greens and protein to boost my immunity for the next blast of chemotherapy on November 27.
My Young Mom's group leader, for many years, at Bayview Glen Church sent me the words to this hymn. They are very meaningful to me. I would like to share them with all of you:
He Giveth More Grace
(I might put an audio version on later but I need my technical support guy!!)
(I might put an audio version on later but I need my technical support guy!!)
He giveth more grace when the burdens grow greater
He sendeth more strength when the labours increase,
To added affliction He addeth His mercy,
To multiplied trials, His multiplied peace.
His love has no limit,
His grace has no measure
His power has no boundary known unto men.
For out of His infinite riches in Jesus,
He giveth and giveth and giveth again.
When we have exhausted our store of endurance,
When our strength has failed ere the day is half done,
When we reach the end of our hoarded resources,
Our Father's full giving is only begun.
Annie J. Flint
Annie J. Flint
Wow. What powerful words and this situation has really made us understand these truths fully.
Thank you to all of you who have been a part of our heavenly Father's full giving. He has touched so many of your hearts for us, and we are overwhelmed with gratitude. You are helping us to fight this and this story has only just begun. Glory to God in the highest. Let me know what you think of this hymn and what lines impact you the most. (The hoarded resources part certainly speaks to me).
Yes, I have my bad and tearful moments, but that is to be expected. It is really just sinking in. The diagnosis was such a shock, and everything has gone into motion so quickly. We are just catching our breath and moving into our new normal. With lots of veggies included. (I do admit that when my appetite came back 4 days ago I enjoyed quite a few small Halloween chocolate bars and they were really good!) Not it's back to kale for me. Thanks for being there for us everyone.
Love, Lee
Philippians 4:6-7 …do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
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