Mikey Monday...
My watch alarm is set to go off everyday at 1:27 PM. The significance? It was on January 27th that Nikki and I got the news that she had breast cancer. The idea with the alarm was to have a physical/daily reminder of how I felt that day and continually compare to my current mental state. Each day that buzzer goes off I thank the Lord we caught it early, that He has guided us, NO carried us, this far and that we've been shown incredible amounts of love from so many people. I use that buzzer to help keep my priorities straight, to remember that relationships trump "things", and to stay focused on the truths of 2 Corinthians 4:16-18. Today's hospital experience was amazing and smooth, dare I say it was "amazingly smooth"? Not sure that's the typical way to describe a lumpectomy. Checked in at 600 AM, greeted by a warm staff, taken care of the entire time, and out so fast I didnt have time to stop by the cafeteria (my only regret for the day). Nikki did great the entire time. She slept well last night, had a great attitude throughout, and was fearless (thank you Holy Spirit) as they carted her off to the operating room. I kept track of her progress on the screen provided in the waiting room, finally it changed to blue, "recovery room". Soon after, the doctor came in and said "all done" in the same manner as a mechanic who just fixed a car, a tailor that mended a shirt, a subway "sandwich artist" who crafted a sub.....yes, it was that nonchalant, as if to say, "did you expect something else?" No, I suppose I didnt, but come on now, this is cancer not a 6" meatball on wheat. At any rate, I thanked the Lord for giving doctors such incredible talents, it made the day that much easier. Nikki was carted back about an hour later and we were reunited. I gotta be honest, she looked much better than I had imagined; she was able to converse immediately, ate some snacks, and walked around on her own power. As we drove back home this afternoon, it was a strange sense of normalacy..... in many ways it felt like we had just been to another routine medical visit. We returned home to see Daniel and Grammy, and I later went to take Allie to gymnastics. Both Nikki and I are still processing what happened today- although it went so fast things feel very different. We smiled as we realized that it was exactly one month from when we got the news; despite the fact that the "green bump" was only a small specimen, it was a though a huge weight was lifted. Yes, the road ahead still has many twists and turns, there will be multiple treatments and countless follow ups, but for now, Nikki and will just count our blessings and send out thanks to our friends. Oh, and in case you are wondering, my alarm is now set for 2:27. Here's what I know God is good There was no spreading to the lymph nodes! We will have a follow up Thursday (March 2nd) Warren Beatty and Steve Harvey are now friends on facebook (Tragedy + Time = Comedy) Here's what I don't know If they got all the cancer out, confirmation pending What type and duration of treatment types Why Allies tooth came out when she ran into my hand (please dont call CPS, it truly was an accident) What you can do for me Tell your medical providers "thanks", all of them. Too often we take them for granted. Today we must have seen 5-7 different people all of which offered us their full attention and concern despite the fact that they had so many patients and paperwork to deal with. Praises Surgergy went so smoothly No spreading in the lymph nodes Prayer Requests Good recovery for Nikki Confirmation that all cancer was removed Identify the right oncologist for our situation Shout Out Dr. Sutherland (church friend) for surprise visit and prayer this morning (Thanks Ashley for orchestrating) Summer Gardner for sending her colleague to chat with us prior to the surgery Merla and Lonnie- two awesome nurses in the Surgical department Dr Mennis for the wonderful drugs and allowing Nikki to sleep well during surgery Eric and Amy Eck for dropping by with some great treats to help Nikki's recovery Mom for watching Daniel ALL day after flying in yesterday Matt and Shiela for checking up on us tonite All those who texted, called, emailed their support to us Aloha Nikki is fast asleep, thank you all so much for your prayers and support. She'll write some more tomorrow. Mucho Aloha, Loco Moco Uyboco
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Teresa
2/28/2017 01:28:36 pm
Ok...I am tearfully thankful--as I read of this strong testimony God has worked into your lives; and so grateful for God's answers. To Him be the glory! But of course, will continue in prayer as you continue to "run the race"...❤️🙏
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