Hi everyone,
This is our first post for our blog. We decided to set this up so all of our wonderful friends and family can keep track of Brian's progress as he takes this long journey through his chemo and radiation. As most of you know, Brian was diagnosed with Oral Pharnyx Cancer in February of 2011. Brian and I will be moving to Ann Arbor starting in a few weeks and will stay there Monday through Friday and coming home on weekends while Jessica, Tyler and Riley will be staying back at home holding down the fort.
Brian will be going back to Ann Arbor on Monday. He will be going to the dentist to have his wisdom teeth removed. This is necessary as the radiation will totally change his teeth, mouth and gums. Any teeth that might become a problem in the future have to be removed now, as his teeth, gums and mouth will not have the ability to heal after the radiation treatments are done.
Brian and I will also travel to Ann Arbor again on Wednesday where we will be meeting with the chemo doctor, the radiation doctor and he will also have a Pet Scan to make sure there is no cancer in his lungs or anywhere else. We should have a pretty good idea then when his treatments will begin.
Brian has a great attitude about all this, and has every intention of a full recovery. We believe that God has his hand in all this, and that His grace and mercy is ever-present in our lives, as we have seen so many times with our sweet little Baby G.
We are looking forward to keeping you posted and look forward to your posts as we take this journey together.
Brian,
ReplyDeleteWe have a lot more golf and beer drinking ahead of us. Stay strong, and keep me informed!
Miss you guys greatly!
Brian and Dalene
ReplyDeleteJust want you to know that I am in it with you if you need anything. Prayers, thoughts and a ear to listen is always available. While you are staying strong, remember that God is stronger!!! Thanks for sharing and keeping us posted.
Sharon
I love you guys, and I think is the best idea you could have thought of! Let me know when you want to come in for prayer!!!!
ReplyDeleteGood luck and best wishes from the Beauregards. Hannah will miss you, but your absence from Starr is for an excellent cause. We'll send out prayers for Brian's good health.
ReplyDeleteBrian,
ReplyDeleteYou are certainly in my thoughts. I am sending all the healthy vibes I can muster. Heal fast for all of us who love you.
Rog Hiemstra
We've been praying for you too. Let the kids know if they need anything they know where to find us. I have seen God do amazing things and expect no less for your wonderful family.
ReplyDeleteLove, prayers and blessings
From the Kinnane Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
ReplyDeleteEric & Cindy Belden
Brian, Dalene, Tyler, Riley, Jessica, Madison and Grace - Thoughts and prayers to you all as you travel down this road. May you have strength in your new roles over the next few months. Thanks for sharing your journey with us - we are all here for you!
ReplyDeleteBrian - Good luck Monday loosing some Wisdom... :)
Kelly
My heart goes out to you and your family. Having been down this road personally I know how much strength it takes to just face the magnitude of it all. I know you can do it and in the end you will see that you had that strength all along. You were so supportive of me when I was going through treatment and would love to repay you. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteJenny Clark
This blog will be great to keep us updated. I am so sorry you have to go through this. I will be thinking of you and praying for you. And I'm sure I speak for my entire family. I don't know why we are dealt the cards we are dealt in life, and sometimes it is just so unfair, but all we can do is deal with it the best we can. Love from your cousin Joyce.
ReplyDeleteDalene if there is anything I can do for you and Brian please let me know! If it is only an ear to listen or a shoulder to lean on I am here! You have done so much for me threw all I went threw with Caleb and I am happy to give back to you! You have my prayers and I know Caleb will be watching out for his office ladys husband from heaven! I am so sorry your family has to go threw this but with you by Brians side he will do just great! Thoughts and prays and tons of hugs going out to you and your family!
ReplyDeleteLove,
Cheryl Nickerson