Tomorrow is the official launch of our cancer battle. Harold
will be having surgery around noon to remove two large tumors located on the
top front of his head. The tumors caused some swelling in the brain which is
the cause of the symptoms Harold noticed. Removing the tumors should
relieve these problems. The surgery is expected to last about four hours. Harold will
spend the night in intensive care, then move to a regular room sometime Friday.
He is expected to be in the hospital three days. We're still waiting to hear back from the insurance company about the surgery for his other tumors.
This isn't our family’s first battle with cancer. Like veteran
soldiers we gear up to fight again. We are humbled and greatly strengthened by your faith, your love, and the power of your prayers.
Harold, Sharon & Family ~ You have been constantly in our thoughts and in our prayers since we learned the news. We joined with the ward in fasting last Sunday and count it a privilege to add our faith and prayers to that of your many friends. Your strength is inspiring, as is the way you lead your exemplary lives. We love you. Should you need blood donations or anything else we can help with, just say the word. Thanks for sharing your journey through the blog; it's one of the best uses of today's technology.
ReplyDeleteOur thoughts and prayers are with you, Harold, and for your family during this trying time. I know you all are no strangers to cancer -- but you are also not strangers to the power of the Spirit of God. During our family's battle with cancer two decades ago, one of the strongest and fondest recollections for us was the comfort of the Spirit that saturated our lives. May it be so for Family Jones!
ReplyDeleteWe are so happy to hear that the journey has begun on a positive note. Your family pictures are so wonderful. We can feel your spirit by looking at you.
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