You know when a vacation has come to an end, there is a bit of you that wants to resist. The thoughts of going back to the daily bump & grind, always make me a little sad. This trip was truly one that I can say I did not want to come back home. I knew I had a dr's appointment waiting on me at 8:15 Monday morning. We got back at 9:30 Sunday night. On the ten hour trip back, driving through the beautiful mountains & looking up into the gorgeous blue, almost cloudless sky, I realized how much I have suppressed the thoughts of today's visit. I knew it would be the day to finalize the treatment schedule & find out the last test result.
We have been waiting on this FISH test to see if hormone therapy, Herceptin, would be a treatment option for the HER2neu gene. As soon as Dr. Mainwaring walked in & shook our hands & exchanged pleasantries, he told us this test was negative... meaning that the cancer is not being fed by hormones. Good & bad. The good being that this usually means the cancer is less aggressive. Thank the Lord!! Bad is one less treatment option. He gave me the names of the drugs we will be using, three total. One is experimental. I agreed to be part of a clinical trial, and this drug is supposedly doing great things. Along with the drug names were the side effects. These are not pretty!
This week I have to have a battery of tests run AGAIN. Tuesday--PET scan, Wednesday--Bone scan, EKG, Echocardiogram, Thursday--Cardiologist (required before chemo starts). Chemo starts next Monday after I see the oncologist. It will probably last at least 3 hours. It has to be infused slower the first time to monitor for reactions. I will have another PET scan in 2 months to see if I'm responding.
Please pray for my family foremost. I can only think of them. Abby is worried about me loosing my hair. Being 10, she gets easily embarrassed. Austin just doesn't understand. Anthony is quiet & I can tell by the look on his face, that he is horrified.
I know this isn't going to be easy, but I have to look at it as God's plan. I cannot question that plan, but I have to accept it & trust him. I know he will take care of us!
But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds, declares the Lord... Jeremiah 30:17
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"For as the heavens are higher than the earth,
So are My ways higher than your ways,
And My thoughts than your thoughts"
Isaiah 55:9
Keep up the good fight. My family and I are remembering you in our prayers.
Sweet friend,
I'm still trusting Him for a miracle. I know you are, too. I don't know what shape it will take, but I know it is coming. He will carry you through all of this, and will guard your childrens' hearts. Kids are so resilient and they will blow you away once the shock wears off. You are one beautiful survivor and your baldness will only serve to give you open doors to share what God is doing in and through you. Love and jillions of prayers, Jeanine
Father God,
I lift up the Wright family to you and ask for Your continued intervention in their lives. I pray that the bad cells are rapidly decreasing as the good cells are multiplying victoriously in her body I pray that the treatment and medication will have the maximum effect with minimal side effects. I pray that the children will have an overwhelming sense of calm and comfort knowing that Jesus is taking care of thier mommy. In the matchless name of Jesus I pray your blessings on each of them. God is good ALL THE TIME!
Well, I finally put in the address right and found your blog! Anytime you think you are technology challenged, just think of me and that should make you feel a little better anyway! HA!! I am glad you all had a safe trip. Now the real journey begins. You are so strong, and have so many friends praying for you and lots of prayer warriers who don't know you personally, but know someone who is blessed to know you personally. We will continue to pray for you and your whole family. Love you! Barb
"God is our help." Psalm 46:1
Our God is an awesome God . . .
He is in control of every detail of your life. Your and your precious ones are prayed for daily.
I love you, Arthy!!!
Thank your sharing your journey with us. It is a privilege to go before the Throne of Grace on behalf of you and your family. As you continue to delight yourself in the Lord, He will give you the desires of your heart! With love and prayers, Jennifer
Arthy,
Today at work I came to hear about what is going on in your life right now.....I had no idea....have been out of pocket around the clinic the last few weeks. We will pray and claim this personal promise right now: "You will keep Arthy in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, Because she trusts in You. Trust in the LORD forever, for in YAH, the LORD, is everlasting strength." (Isaiah 26: 3-4) Much love to you and your family, Marna
Arthanise,
I just wanted to personally thank you for allowing me the privilege of wearing your name on my "Why I Walk" t-shirt as I participate in the Breast Cancer 3-Day. I told Jeanine in an email that when I fist decided to participate, I was walking in honor of my mom's 10 year cancer free anniversary. I was 20 years old when my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer and until that time I did not know anyone who had this terrible disease. Since signing up for the 3-day, I have come in contact, directly and indirectly, with so many courageous women who have and are currently battling breast cancer. Be assured that as I walk, I will be praying for you and for your family.
Trusting in the Great Physician for His perfect will to be accomplished!
Gloria
Hey sister---May the God of Love, Hope, Peace and tranquility be with you today. So glad you guys had a good vacation. Food for thought.....if you do lose your hair, we'll definetly come up with a fun stylish way for your to wear scarves and doo rags...You have a great attitude and that comes from being spiritually sound. I'm behind you ALL the way and can't wait to see you tomorrow night. We'll have fun...
Love, Hugs and God's Beautiful blessings on you, Abbie, Austin and Anthony!!
Arthy,
Thank you for sharing your journal with me. Although we haven't seen each other for some time, it is comforting to know that true friendship conection is still there. I will always be here for you and your family. Ya'll are in my thoughts and prayers. I miss you and love you. Missy
Dear one,
I have only just heard of your illness while visiting your mom's church---my old home church. I want you to know that I will keep you and yours in my prayers daily. I cannot pretend to understand what our Lord has planned in all of this, but I know as you do that it is meant for good.
I thank you for your witness as to what God's love looks like on this earth and what faith can do in our lives. God bless you this coming week.
Sincerely, Breta
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