November 14th, 2013
Last night our family met at Mom and Dad's house to go over some very difficult news that was told to Mom at her doctor's appointment at Northwestern Hospital yesterday afternoon. We realize that the blog may not be the best way to share some of this due to the difficult nature of what has been told to Mom, but we feel it's the right thing to do being that all of you have been praying for Mom everyday based on information you have read here on her site.
Dr. Jessica explained to Mom, as well as Dad, Julie and Amy who were in attendance with her, that leukemic blasts are showing up in her bloodwork now...and what that means is confirmation that leukemia is still present in her body. After the last two weeks in which Mom was having some very good days we were all still hopeful that the chemotherapy she had over 2 months ago would have eliminated her leukemia another time. It did eliminate some of the leukemia at the time but not all, and she is again faced with the reality that her leukemia will just not go/stay away. Her body, soul and mind have been through SO much, more than any of us can understand...so as you can imagine it's been a very difficult time for her and for our family.
We ask that you keep praying for peace...peace for Mom as she goes through the most difficult days of her life. All of us gathered with her last night...we held her and hugged/kissed her and told her that we are going to be there with her through any of the fears or emotions that she has...and even though none of us have ever gone through anything like this we will stand together, united in our faith in the Lord and our love for one another...she has taught us that and she has been the best example by living her own life in that fashion.
The thing we ask most is to be praying for her and for our family. We also ask that if you would like to visit please just reach out to one of us before you come to the house. There are times where she feels like company and as you can imagine, there are also times that she's just wanting to get some rest or enjoy a quiet home. We can assure you that she is getting the best care, support and love that can be provided...and we will all continue to give her that as we go through this situation together. Thank you for your continued prayers, support and love...your letters/cards have meant so much to us. Love to you all and we will try and keep you informed, thank you,
Adam and the entire Provance Family
Dear Adam and all the family,
ReplyDeletePlease know that Doug and I are sending a heavy dose of love your way. Your faith in God will assist in this journey. We are praying for all of you and wish that there was something we could do to ease the pain. Lovingly, Karin and Doug Evans
Mary, As always you continue to be in my prayers. I check on here often to see how you are doing. You and your family are so strong and that's what keeps you going.
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Rosie
Praying earnestly for all of you as you walk through the valley of the shadow. Deep peace sweet friends. You are all loved. Cathy and Denny Bergstrom
ReplyDeleteMy dear Mary Jane, my high school best friend, I pray for you daily and my thoughts have been on you. I am so sorry that you have had to endure this terrible fight - but your faith is amazing. You have been blessed with such wonderful and caring children, and I thank them so much for keeping you close to us thru their words on this website. Prayers continue for you from St. Louis. Love and kisses, Jill Steep
ReplyDeleteMary, you are always in our thoughts and prayers...Shane and April Gilbertson (and our 5 children)
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