Lisa's Journal

I want to keep everyone up-to-date on what is going on in my life and how they can specifically pray for me. I was recently diagnosed with tonsil cancer and will soon be receiving treatment. I plan to go to U of M for treatment. Please pray for courage, strength and for me to hear God's voice.

Friday, June 02, 2006

On Thursday, June 1, 2006, I went back to U of M to see an Oncologist, Radiation Oncologist and had a CT simulation. The CT simulation will "map" out a treatment plan for where the radiation fields will be . By using IMRT (a type of radiation treatment) my radiation will be more precise, saving salivary glands and healthy tissue. I was with a staff members at U of M from 12:15-5:30. It was a busy day. I will start radiation on June 15, 2006 and chemo on the 20th. There is a possibility for housing at U of M that is specific for radiation patients. We are looking into housing possibilities now. I would like to come home on Wednesdays and for sure the weekends to see my girls.

My spirits are pretty good, I just know I have to go through this, without a choice. I am so ready to just get started and ready to be healed. I do have a lot of peace. God has worked wonders these last few weeks. I talk to Him constantly.

Please continue to pray for healing through this treatment and my physical strength throughout this treatment.

LISA

posted by Lisa @ 8:21 AM  

9 Comments:

  • At 9:24 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Lisa,

    I am praying for you. God has a plan for you after you get done with all this. Keep your head up. You are a wonderful person. Let us know when we can help with the girls.

     

  • At 5:40 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Hey Lisa,

    Look at how many people are thinking of you all the time and praying for you! I tell everyone to pray for you, even people I am not sure that they have a prayer relationship with God. In fact, I told two people today about your situation and I thought to myself this is also planting seeds in others lives by getting them involved. You are being talked about and prayed about all over the place.

    Here are some neat quotes from that book I will loan you and that I enjoyed reading:

    God didn't promise us days without pain, laughter wihout sorrow, or sun without rain. But He did promise us strength for the day, comfort for the tears, and light for the way.

     

  • At 5:49 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Lisa,

    I wrote the last one, your goofy friend, Kathy. Here is another quote:

    I asked God for water, He gave me an ocean. I asked God for a flower, He gave me a garden. I asked God for a tree, He gave me a forest. I asked God for a friend, and He gave me you. I like that one.

    Last one: The Lord takes broken pieces and by His love makes us whole.

    Looking forward to lending a hand in the next couple of weeks....Kath

     

  • At 8:52 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Oh Lis- You are such a tough cookie. I don't know if I could ever be half as strong as you are right now. You're an inspiration! Again, I wish I was there to help out with something...I love you so much and I am so grateful that you have this website to keep everyone informed of things that are going on with you. I think and pray for you all the time and I am so blessed that God brought you into my life that sunny fall day at Ferris. I will never ever know a friend as wonderful as you. Heat Rules!!!!!

     

  • At 9:45 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Lis-
    The first time I met you was in a hospital room. You had just given birth to Alexa hours before, and it had been a struggle. I remember the feeling that something so profound had just occurred. And even more, I remember how brave and strong you were...I could sense it even that first moment with you. And the same feelings strike me now as you are pushing your way through this challenge. And Lis, I am realizing that it is not these moments perhaps that are so profound, but instead the person who is meeting these challenges head on! What a witness you are! And what an inspiration! You, Ray, and the girls are in my heart.
    Sending all my love-
    Lindsay

     

  • At 6:43 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Fight the fight and keep the faith! We love you and miss you.

    Joe, Jodi, Will & Josh B.
    Winston Salem, NC

     

  • At 7:20 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Lisa,
    You, Ray and your precious littles ones are in my thoughts and prayers constantly. You are a strong young woman and I know that you have and will continue to touch many people in a very positive way. Your strong faith, family and friends will get you through this difficult time. Please remember to let others help and take care of YOU!! I am so glad you decided to get a second opinion. It will be harder, being away from your family, but it sounds like it will be better for you in the long run. This is a great way to keep everyone up to date! God's love, peace and healing touch be with you.
    Love, Aunt Kay

     

  • At 10:40 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Very pretty site! Keep working. thnx!
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  • At 2:44 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    I love your website. It has a lot of great pictures and is very informative.
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