Tumor stable again

It's been about a year since Susan's last tumor progression and the beginning of her latest chemotherapy.  The good results since then extended her MRI intervals from 6 to 8 weeks and led to last week's scan and oncology visit.  The good news continues – her tumor was stable once again.  We're so thankful. The scan shows more swelling near the tumor site; but that's to be expected since we're tapering her steroid once more and are down to about 1mg daily of Decadron.

There's been little development on Susan's kidney stones or other urology issues, so the holding pattern continues. In fact, much of our life seems to be a holding pattern. Her brain cancer has not advanced, nor has it healed. She's made a phenomenal amount of physical and cognitive improvement especially compared to 2007 and 2008, but remains encumbered and far from normal. We're still at peace with the situation and trust God with the outcome. In a moment of reflection about her progress today, Susan said, "I'm getting better – slowly, but I'm getting better. Who knows what God has planned for me? I'm going to find out."

We had a wonderful Labor Day weekend in the mountains and enjoyed perfect weather in the forest at Angelus Oaks. Susan was able to relax on our new deck, join friends at the annual potluck, and felt well enough to venture up the road to a party at the Gebb's. We're supported on all sides by loving family and friends, and we're grateful.