I have been feeling very helpless living so far away from everything that has been going on, so when Dad presented the idea of starting a blog to keep everyone up do date I jumped right in (glad to contribute in some way).
Here is a little background or as much as I know at least. I came down to visit for Thanksgiving this year arriving the Saturday before. My mom had a Doctor's appointment a few days after I got there, it was a follow-up visit for a bump on her neck that she had been taking antibiotics for. The doctor said that it should be removed since the antibiotics were not helping. The surgery was set for the day before Thanksgiving. My mom was in and out, and ready to host Thanksgiving dinner for about 50 people.
Here is a little background or as much as I know at least. I came down to visit for Thanksgiving this year arriving the Saturday before. My mom had a Doctor's appointment a few days after I got there, it was a follow-up visit for a bump on her neck that she had been taking antibiotics for. The doctor said that it should be removed since the antibiotics were not helping. The surgery was set for the day before Thanksgiving. My mom was in and out, and ready to host Thanksgiving dinner for about 50 people.
Here she is Thankgiving morning making cornicopias (sugar cones stuffed with candy) with the grandkids.
She was told it would take a week to get the results back from the biopsy. I guess she was trying not to worry anyone, but she never once gave the impression that she was very worried about it, even though I am sure she was. She was happy and bubbly just like always. On the Tuesday following Thanksgiving I asked if she had heard anything yet and she said they called that day and scheduled a follow-up/test results appointment on Thursday, and added with a laugh that it must not be very good if they can't give me the results over the phone.
I left on Wednesday and got a call Thursday morning from my Dad, he could barely get the words out...my mom had lymphoma. I couldn't believe it. He said they have an appointment with the oncologist the next day. That was a rough 24 hours.
On friday we found out exactly what we are dealing with. She has Diffuse large cell lymphoma (non hodgkin's). They said it is generally treated successfully...good news!! She is getting a CT PET scan today to see if the cancer has spread to anywhere else in her body. We are praying that the cancer will not be anywhere else. She will get the results back tomorrow, and we will know more of what to expect.
Margo, every time I see you, you look just like this picture! You always have a smile on your face and a genuine warmth that spreads to all those around you. You will beat this! I want you to know that the Mower family will be fasting and praying for you and your family. I am so glad you will be surrounded by your family for the holidays. I have had the privilege of working with some of your grandkids in Primary over the past few years and know that you have an amazing family which is a testament to what a great mother you are. Please know that I am right around the corner and a phone call away if you ever need anything. I pray that you and your family will have peace in your hearts during this difficult time.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea Marci!!!
ReplyDeleteMargo, You can beat this girlfirend. You always had that smile to get us through alot of interesting things in High School, This is nothing,if anyone Margo your sweet spirit can conquer this..., You know I am with you in spirit and pray. I will keep close track of you. Love Jill
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