From Tanya

Josh is working too hard and doesn't have time to blog. I thought I would jump in and post an update about his Dad. Ron has just been to his oncologist and it appears his liver tumors have grown significantly since the last CT scan a month ago. They are too numerous to count with the largest being about 6 inches across. They all appear to be growing aggressively.

There is good news in all of this and I am reaching here...so go with me. The tumors have not spread outside of the liver. The doctor felt that they were close to that spreading stage. But not yet. The liver, while compromised, IS still functioning. This is all good news. He is still able to have visitors, still able to laugh at the antics of his grandsons and still able to eat Boston Cream Pie.

The most important thing here is that the doctor gave them additional resources for pain management which should significantly improve things. Kay has worked very hard to keep him comfortable and it takes all her energy to watch him in pain. Lastly, Ron has taken his last dosage of the Nexavar. It seems to have not had much impact on his liver tumors and caused some more unpleasant side effects to boot. There are not many other options to try at this point so now it is our prayer that God, who is so present in Ron's life, consider bringing us a miracle.
We appreciate your prayers. God is good to us all the time but this season of life is a difficult one to bear.

Comments

Peggy said…
A difficult season of life indeed.

We will pray for a miracle as you requested, but please know that no matter what, the tumors and the cancer will never win. At best they are temporary.

Here is what is not temporary: Because God loves Ron,the real battle for Ron has already been fought..... and won victoriously.

We love you and care so deeply for you,
T & P

Mourning turns to songs of praise....
4:46 PM
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12:04 PM
cwinwc said…
I know this will offer no comfort but I've been through that season, twice. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Blessed be the Name of the Lord.
7:03 AM
Stoogelover said…
I'm saddened to hear this regarding Mr. Stump. His faith, though, has encouraged me more than once (when he wrote a letter regarding his situation and Josh posted it on this blog). Since Ron mentioned it, I'll affirm it ... because we believe in Jesus, we have no fear of death and have the greatest of hope in resurrection! Your family will be in my prayers.
9:38 AM
Tam said…
So sorry you're having to go through this -- words seem a little empty at this point, but know that our hearts are grieving with you. We are still praying for you all ... we love you!
10:06 AM
Cheryl Russell said…
We will continue to pray for Ron and the rest of the family. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. May the peace and hope of Christ sustain you!
7:56 PM
Thurman8er said…
Just checking in to let you know the prayers continue. How wonderful to be part of the family of God!
10:00 AM
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