CT scan results are in

Chris got his test results back Tuesday on his CT scan last week. The doctor said that the tumors had decreased in size. One of the tumors was reduced almost 50% in size.  His chest was clear and there were no new cancer tumors. He will be on the same regimen of chemo and for now radiation is not needed. He was able to complete his chemo treatment yesterday, so that makes two treatments in a row since his blood counts are holding steady. His next treatment will be the halfway point in the entire process. Good, good, good news!
He says he is feeling good, and waiting for his white blood cell creating shot to kick in- the side effects usually last 1-2 days and after a week or so, he starts to feel pretty good.  He still has his hair, but the doctor expressed some surprise that he hadn't started losing it yet.  At the beginning they said he may not lose it- so I guess its a 50-50 shot at keeping it.
School starts next Monday and we have Meet the Teacher this Thursday night, but Chris probably wont be able to attend due to fatigue and lots of potential germs! Please be praying for us as school starts and we begin yet another routine of class, homework, Cub Scouts and work.  We have been loved on so much this summer with all of the meals and helping around our house and the phone calls/emails. Thank you for your prayers and support.  Andra and Chris

No News

Lots of people have been asking about the results of Chris' CT scan this past Tuesday. We haven't heard anything yet and probably won't until his next chemo treatment next Tuesday. In my eyes, no news is good news- if it was bad news I think they would call us, so I am choosing to be hopeful that the results are good! I will definitely let you know when I know! Andra

Upcoming CT Scan

Friends-
  Chris is going in tomorrow (Tuesday) for his first follow-up CT scan since chemotherapy began in June.  Basically, its to see if the cancer has gotten any smaller or if its changed locations. We are hopeful that things are going in the right direction. Chris has been able to have his last two chemo treatments in a row- no missed treatments due to low white or red blood cell counts!
  He's starting to feel a bit better this week after having chemo last week. It takes a full week for him to recover at this point. We are trying to enjoy the last two weeks of summer before the boys head back to school. Summer has passed so quickly with all our family drama these days!

Quiet and Chemo

Friends- it is very quiet at our home right now. My in-laws have graciously taken the boys to their home until Friday. Chemo and cleaning and exercise and movies are on the agenda.  Chris is scheduled for chemo on Tuesday and we are hopeful that he will be able to complete this round. He hasn't missed a round since the last time I told you about it, thankfully.
The boys and I went to a Rangers game against the Chicago White Sox a week or so ago. After sweltering in the 100 plus degree sun for an hour, we got some shade on the third base line and watched the Rangers score a victory. The boys got free Elvis Andrus jerseys, bought Rangers hats and consumed illegal amounts of sugary drinks and ice cream. Fun was had by all.
Thanks again to all the people who have helped us out with meals, and childcare and prayer. Each and every one a blessing.