It Went Well

Yesterday was mom's mastectomy. The surgery went well. The doctor gave a good report. It was a blessing that our whole family was able to be there. My brother, Jay; sister, Joanna and I were all able to be with dad in the waiting room. We had tried to go back after they had mom prepped and ready for surgery, but the nurse said, "Only 2 at a time". We kids said we would rotate. But then as Jo and I were in the waiting room with our babies. That same nurse came out and said, "they want all of you to come in and pray". What a special time of prayer. Jay lead us as we thank Jesus for his love, protection and blessing on Momma. We are truly blessed that our whole family knows Jesus personally. What a blessing!

Dad told the doctor, before he took mom back, that he (Dr. Cassel) had people on at least 3 continents praying for him and mom. He thanked Dad, another blessing about this day. Mom's surgeon is a Christian. Praise the Lord!

It was an outpatient surgery and so mom was home last night. She also had the port put in for chemo during that surgery. As I was helping mom get dressed in the recovery room of the outpatient area, we praised the Lord together for His guidance for Dr. Cassel and for His protection on Mom. She took a little longer to come away from the antestetic this time, but she was ready to go home.

It was a long night for her, but today she did great. Short naps and rests throughout the day, but longer periods of being up and moving. She's eating well and she looks good.



So Phase 1 of her treatment is behind us. She will recover for 3 to 4 weeks before beginning phase 2, chemo.



Thank you for your prayers for us. As we counted in the waiting room we came up with at least 4 continents where mom was lifted up in prayer. Thank you for your prayers