Alas, Spring Break had to come to an end. Today we met with Dr. Y about my results from the chemo test. Dr. Peterson and Dr. Y share an office and so we were put in exam room #3. Of all the exam rooms, "that room" brings up a lot for us. That was the room I first met Dr. Peterson and got my official diagnosis. That room is where we found out Mike didn't get his promotion. That room, today is where I found out I will need chemotherapy. Our world has been quite shaken in that little space, lots of waiting, tears of sadness, fear and anger. But praise God we don't have to stay in that room. God knocks on the door and tells us to come with HIM, and turns the pain into miracles. We (and you) prayed for a clear answer today, and that is what we got. My score was a strong yes for Chemo, so when the doctor told us we were almost grateful. Thank you for your prayers. If you are in 'that room' in your own life, ask God to knock on the door and when He does, GO with him. You won't regret it.
What I Know God is good We have an appt Monday at 9am for a second opinion We have a follow up with our surgeon Tuesday @ 2pm Chemo is first then radiation Taking Daniel to Dr. appts is kind of fun #britishmascot Erin and I walked up the Koko Head Crater Trail on Wednesday. Everyone who has lived in HI just said, "You did what?!" Koko Head is a hike in which you climb up old railroad type tracks until you reach the top. It's pretty brutal. Now, that our time in Hawaii has an end date, my bucket list has started. Cross off Koko Head of the list. http://www.best-of-oahu.com/koko-crater-trail.html See pictures below. What I don't know When I start Chemo What made today normal Both kids were crying at 6am because they didn't like their breakfast options #eyeroll #somepeoplehavecanceryouknow Praise God gave a very clear answer about needing Chemo Erin was here for laughter, fun and 1,048 steps (one way) Prayer Requests Clear direction on deciding where to have treatment Shout out Andrea R for the goodie bag Aloha It's nice to be back writing again. Look for continued posts. Much aloha~Nikki
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Laura Cozens
3/25/2017 05:37:27 am
Wow! Now I see the steps. So insane. Erin has set up unrealistic expectations for visitors regarding physical fitness. Also glad you don't need to stay in that room. Praying always
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Linda lubach
3/25/2017 07:25:37 am
You are a wonder . . . .your inspiration and faith is infectious, I think of you very often and send you peaceful thoughts and many prayers ❤️
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Mickie P
3/25/2017 06:26:56 pm
Hey Nikki! Thank you for sharing your blog page and all about your journey. I hope your remaining doctor's visits and treatments all go very well, and continue to be smooth and best possible results for the situation. I'm very inspired by both you & Mike focusing on "God is good" as the first thing you know. =) Keeping you and yours in prayer, Mickie & Aaron + Sarah
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Keiko
3/25/2017 11:26:02 pm
So sorry, my friend. Lots of emotions... :( but I'm so glad to know that you put your trust in the Lord. I am glad to see you and Erin having fun... wish I could be there to do that with you. We love you!
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