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We struggle daily. I use the term 'we', because if anyone has ever experienced their loved one fight cancer, you know this disease does not just impact that person, it impacts the entire family. We have been fighting since Dad's initial diagnosis, we have been praying for a cure and we have never, ever given up hope- because (I've said it once, and I'll say it again) miracles happen every day.  Our struggle is difficult. Our struggle involves dealing with insurance companies, hospitals, and scheduling Oncology/MRI appointments, although that struggle I'm able to handle on my side- as I'm truly my father's daughter when it comes to dealing with these different people. Let's just say, Lar doesn't take too much crap from anyone, and neither do I. The struggle to deal with those things can be frustrating, time consuming and just downright annoying, but that struggle is so small compared to our much larger struggle- accepting our new normal. Normal. W...

"Yeah, every time I think about when he had the seizure my mind goes back to (the) fair only 2 weeks before...We were all hanging out talking and you would never ever have known what was going on. He has come a long way from where he started. He is an impressive man, that is for sure."  There are many times where I feel like writing, expressing my thoughts, feelings and emotions, but there are many times where I can't seem to find any words to put down on paper. Those moments where the words aren't there, those moments where I'm feeling truly lost in this journey, I somehow seem to find inspiration to continue on, inspiration to write.  Many things inspire me to write- my daily devotional, quotes I find from other cancer fighters and caregivers, and encouraging words from friends and family. That quote above was from a friend of mine, a friend of mine that I've known since the 3rd grade, a friend of mine that reminds me that although we grow separately, we...

I realized that I post pictures of Dad on Facebook and Instagram when we are out at weddings or other events, but I realized that those of you who I'm not Facebook friends with or who are not able to follow me on Instagram may never see how GREAT Dad looks.  I wanted to share a picture of Mom, Dad and myself at a wedding this past weekend. It's just another way of showing that cancer sucks, but God is truly good. Dad is looking and feeling great, and that is ALL that we can ever ask for.  Dad started another round of chemotherapy on Monday, and so far he has been feeling good. Another HUGE milestone for Dad occurred last night- he drove for the first time since the seizure on October 5, 2013.  State law requires 6 months of no driving after a person suffers from a seizure, which meant that Dad could not drive until April 6, 2014. He has been apprehensive to drive again, but last night he wanted to drive with Mom to see my cousin. It has really become all about the little ...

"Anyone can give up, it's the easiest thing in the world to do. But to hold it together when everyone else would understand if you fell apart, that's true strength." I read that quote and I immediately thought of Dad- true strength. He has never complained, never stopped fighting and has continued to hold everything together during his treatment, I am just so incredibly proud of him.  Dad started another round of chemotherapy last night and will have another Avastin treatment today. We just continue to pray the treatments are working, we continue to pray Dad continues to feel good throughout his treatments, and we continue to pray for a miracle- complete healing. I can't tell you for certain if the treatments are working, if the cancer growth has stopped or if Dad is in remission- what I can tell you is how all of this has changed me, how all of this has changed my family and how all of this has been more of a blessing than a curse. I know it's weird for me to...

It's been 7 months since Dad was diagnosed with Stage 4 Brain Cancer...7 short months that have felt like a lifetime. I started reflecting over these last 7 months, and I started reflecting on the number of others I know who have heard that terrible 6 letter word: Cancer. I'm not sure if it's because news is available to us at our fingertips, or if because my eyes have now been open to the world of cancer- but it feels like more and more people I know have heard the word "cancer", more and more people I know have to go through the same fight, fear and determination my family is going through- and it breaks my heart.  So many people have commented on our faith, determination and positive attitude throughout it all. And yes, we have kept our faith, maintained our determination and stayed as positive as possible, but know that it hasn't always been this way. There have been stages throughout Dad's diagnosis, stages that have brought me to where I am today, bu...

Wanted to share a quick update on Dad's last CT scan and doctor appointment yesterday: When Dad had his initial MRI a couple of weeks ago, the doctors were a bit concerned with a bleed that was indicated near the tumor. After a discussion between Dad's Neurosurgeon and Oncologist, they determined that this was not unusual, although monitoring the bleed with a CT scan in a couple of weeks would be for the best- so that's what we did. Dad got his CT scan results back yesterday and it looks like the bleed has dissolved, which was great news! Dad went through another Avastin treatment and scheduled a couple of follow up appointments with his Oncologist for the up coming weeks. The plan right now is to continue the Avastin treatment every 2 weeks, along with chemotherapy, and repeat the MRI in about 6 weeks.  Continue praying and we will continue fighting to BTHO Brain Cancer. *Don't forget to Go Gray In May for Brain Cancer Awareness!*

"What I've learned from life is that for every inch of sadness lies a foot of happiness ahead. I've learned that the simplest of times brings the grandest of pleasures and that the hardest goodbyes often lead to the best hellos. I've learned that crazy chances guide us to unexpected discoveries and that tough times unveil the sincerity of people. I've learned that you have to hold onto your smile everyday and free yourself of that frown." I would have never imagined my life would involve normal discussions about Social Security disability, chemotherapy treatments, radiation treatment or numerous types of medication and what they are used for. I would have never imagined this would all be part of my new normal- a life that involves scheduling doctor appointments with Oncologists, a life that involves talking with others about cancer and their treatment options, and a life- that throughout all the mess- is the most perfect life I could ever ask for.  It's pr...

Today is the start of Brain Cancer Awareness Month, a month that is focused on supporting Brain Cancer research and awareness. A month that is focused on supporting those fighting this horrible disease, and to remember those who lost their battle against brain cancer. My daily devotional is absolutely perfect every single day, and today was no exception: "You are on the path of My choosing. There is no randomness about your life. Here and Now comprise the coordinates of your daily life. Most people let their moments slip through their fingers, half-lived. They avoid the present by worrying about the future or longing for a better time and place. They forget that they are creatures who are subject to the limitation of time and space. They forget their Creator, who walks with them only in the present.  Every moment is alive with My glorious Presence, to those whose hearts are intimately connected with Mine. As you give yourself more and more to a life of constant communication with ...