Tuesday, September 2, 2008

Gratitude

Where does one begin, when a heart is full. Emotions are on the rise and life is unpredictable. I have been very vague in posting the events happening at our house lately, yet many of our close friends and family all know what has been going on in our lives. I have recently been diagnosed with uterine cancer. Adeno-carcinoma to be exact. This past month has been extremely hard on me (us), as we have met with specialists-and doctors to make the right decisions for me. Somedays are just plain hard. It comes down to faith versus fear. I cry, I yell, I am silent, and then I cry all over.

Tomorrow (Wednesday) is the big day. The countdown began at 21 days til surgery-and now we are at 24 hours. I will have a complete hysterectomy and lymphectomy tomorrow. It's all coming out-including some lymph nodes. Because it is a cancer surgery the incision will be much different. So recovery will be harder. I am finally at peace with the surgery. I know that everything will be ok. We are focusing on the positive in hopes for "clean markers" when pathology comes back after the surgery. I feel blessed because I will have the best doc from the Huntsman Center, and my doc as well. I know I will be in good hands.

I am humbled, as I have the very best family. Both the Preece family and the Scoresby family have shown us so much love and support through this trial. My mama is coming for 10 days to help me-for that I am so grateful. I also have the best friend support in the world. The calls, cards, goodies, flowers just have not stopped. I have friends that make sure I am ok on a daily basis...sometimes several times a day. I so appreciate the support-the love-the friendship etc. It has helped me stay focused on the positive and has helped me to keep things in perspective.

For me, my life has changed. Nothing matters more to me than my family and my friends. I love each person that has touched my life. We have felt the prayers and fasting this past weekend. We love and appreciate each of you. I know that I have a lot to live for and alot to be grateful for. I am tough and I am a fighter! And tomorrow, I will be a cancer survivor!

My Cute Mace

My Angel Mikayla

The love of my Life

My little sweetie Meg!

My greatest blessings!

18 comments:

Maleen said...

You are a survivor! Our prayers are with you and your family as you go through surgery tomorrow. Tell Steve that if you need something, he can call on us. We love you and your sweet family.

Chelle! said...

You have a lot of blessings to really think about and ponder. Just remember that a long with your family and friends, our Heavenly Father and our Savior are right there with you--never leaving you. You have been so optimistic through this whole ordeal--only good can come from that. My prayers and thoughts will be with you and I hope and pray all will be well.

Katie said...

I too hope everything goes well tomorrow and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your cute family.

Cindy B said...

Just wanted you to know that I'll be praying for you tomorrow. I love you so much and I know you can do this. Remember your neighbor when you want someone to cry with or laugh with or both at the same time.

Anonymous said...

You will be in our prayers. Please know that we consider you and Steve wonderful friends and we are here if you need anything at all.

Anonymous said...

You will be in our prayers. Please know that we consider you and Steve wonderful friends and we are here if you need anything at all.

Doug and Becca said...

You are definitely in our prayers Keri.

Rynell said...

I'm praying for you. Sending love and well wishes your way!

BLADERUNNER said...

Our thoughts and prayers will be with you tomorrow. Love you guys.

Evan said...

Ditto on the previous comments! You know you can call on me and Kristel for anything!

jennaloha said...

I was never able to talk to you before your surgery but I just wanted to to know that we haven't stopped praying for you since we heard the news from Steve. Even Rafe says "bless Aunt Keri" in his nightly prayers. Good luck! We'll be thinking about you all day.

Tamalama said...

I'm praying for you right now. Love u!

Candy said...

OK, just a hand full of hours left till the celebration can begin!!! I love you and am always here for you. I can even drag Ron and Cameron over for comic relief if you need. I am so proud of how well you have taken all of this! I will be around to check on you. LOVE YA!!!

Cindy B said...

Thinking of you today. Love you!

Kellie said...

Oh Keri! We are thinking of you today! I just needed to tell you as a semi distant observer how amazing you are! Your family is such an example to us and we love you! I too am available for anything! (girls need to be somewhere please feel free to call!) We'd love to have Mason over too! praying for you!

Jodi said...

I hope everything went well. I have been thinking of you. You and your family are in our prayers! I know you will do awesome because you are that strong of a person!

Stacy said...

Ker, you are such a fun and loving person. I always enjoyed the times we spent at parties with you guys and admired your ability to do it all and still have fun at the same time. You will get through this and Heavenly Father will bless you and your family through your trials. We are all thinking of you and praying for your swift recovery.

Sally said...

You are amazing! We'll be praying for you and your family!