First, thank you so much for the well wishes over the last week or so. We apologize if we haven't gotten back to you, but we have read and cherish every bit of encouragement that you have passed along....please keep it coming!!
Today has been a long one. We arrived at the hospital at 6:00 this morning for Jodi's surgery and Jodi just got out of the recovery room and to her hospital room about two hours ago. The surgery went well according to both the surgeon and the plastic surgeon. Although we were hoping for better news, we weren't surprised to find out that Jodi's sentinal lymph node tested positive for cancer. As a result, the surgeon removed a lump of tissue from under Jodi's armpit, which likely contains all Jodi's lymph nodes in that particular location. We will receive the pathology report on Monday, which will detail the number of lymph nodes removed and also give us further information on whether all tested positive for cancer. The surgeon indicated that Jodi will definitely need chemo, and that radiation is fairly likely given the positive node and Jodi's age.
With all that said, I am sitting here next to Jodi and she and I are both very glad that this step in the treatment process is behind us. She is remarkably upbeat and has even gotten up to use the restroom by herself:) She is in very good hands here and we are not exactly roughing it in our new digs....given the view of Lake Michigan, our 500 square foot hospital room would probably sell for $1 million plus (according to Jodi :). We will likely be in the hospital two nights so they can continue to monitor her progress. I will keep you updated.
Love you all and thanks again for all your thoughts and prayers.
"One way to get the most out of life is to look upon every experience as an adventure" - Jodi Faulkner
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so glad to hear this step is over...on to the next...you are both in our thoughts and prayers always...the view sounds great..how often do you get a room with a view in a health care facility...who decorates those places anyway?
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It sounds like everything went as expected. That is great!! We are thinking about and praying for you today and always. God never allows us to be burdened by more then we can handle. It may seem so at times, but trust in Him and you will get the most out of this adventure. Don't get used to the view...you don't want to get too comfortable there!!!
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Jodi and Jason,
ReplyDeleteYou must be soooooooo relieved to have this part over! We're so happy the surgery itself went so well and it sounds like you are doing terrific which must also be a relief! Being young, strong and having the love of your life at your side will surely enable you to recover quickly. A little morphine now and again probably doesn’t hurt either lol.
Awesome quote Jodi, what a fantastic attitude. You are so right, life really is what we make of it.
Sending love, good thoughts and prayers your way every day :)
Love, Aunt Jill
Thinking of you both!
ReplyDeleteI think there is so much truth in Jodi's quote....why dwell on the bad, when there is so much good? Such a great attitude to have when going through more than any person should have to go through. Thank goodness you have each other!
Glad they gave you the good room at the hospital, at least it makes the stay somewhat sweeter.
Let us know if you need anything....we are here for you always!
The Hunt's
Jason & Jodi,
ReplyDeleteI was thinking of you all day yesterday, so I was glad to see the news that the surgery went well and you are already on the road to recovery from the surgery. Your positive attitude and approach to this beast is remarkable and will carry you through the next phases of treatment. Keep your spirits up and I will keep you both in my thoughts and prayers for a swift and speedy recovery.
Tracey Edwards
I love that you end each post with quotes, and loved that this last one was from Jodi. And what a great one that shows how amazing she is-- and you both are together!! I love you both and have been thinking/praying for you ever day. So glad this step is over, one more step closer to the goal! Can't wait to see you both soon. XOXO Colleen
ReplyDeletehello jason & jodi - your "old" friends from oak pointe are following jodi's progress and sending positive thoughts your way. it's great to be able to keep up to date thru the blog as well as thru periodic updates from your mom.
ReplyDeletecarolyn, denny and andrew juergens
We are sending lots of love, prayer and positive thoughts you way. Glad to hear Jodi made it though this major step in the process without any major complications.
ReplyDeleteJen, John and Nathan Dery
now on to day 3 how are things going ? We think of you guys daily and I finally figured how to set myself up on the blog (LOL).. Take care of yourselves love to the both of you...
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