Monday, May 05, 2008

Cancer - what cancer?!!!!

There is just no other way to tell you - here is my parent's report from the doctor!

We have returned from the doctor’s office this afternoon rather in shock. The area that was biopsied last week shows to have no live cancer cells in it and has, in fact, over the course of the two weeks we have been here, gotten significantly smaller (although we have received no treatment). The doctor says that the area of concern is dead cancer cells. He indicated that he had no explanation other than we should trust Gary’s body is apparently healing itself. The doctor said (with a big smile) we should continue to trust and have faith. He wants us to return in six weeks for another scan. It looks like we may be returning to Houston on a regular basis for sometime for him to follow up and closely monitor Gary. But as he said, no treatment is needed for there is nothing to treat. Isn’t God good!?!?!?

We have been lifted up by you (all of our family and friends) and it is evident to us that the Lord has intervened at this time. Your prayers and love have been felt and are deeply appreciated. This battle is not being fought just by Gary but by you, his prayer warriors, as well. Thank you, thank you.

Gary and Toni

11 comments:

Anonymous said...

That is so "stinkin" awesome Pinky!
We are rejoicing with you and are so thankful for God's answer to our prayers.

Megan said...

I remember your dad saying that if his cancer went away he would know who "sponsored that one." Amazing!!!

Anonymous said...

Wow...praise God! YAY!

Love, Denise

LaughterThoughts said...

Yay! We were so excited to get the message on the machine. My mom called while we were at t-ball.

God is good.

LivPurpleNow! said...

Awesome news!!! I'm so thrilled God gave you the desire of your heart with your sweet daddy ~ my goosebumps aren't taking a rest!
Yes, God is good all the time!

The Bronson Boy's said...

Praise God!! It is amazing how God works. He is so wonderful. I am so thrilled for your family. I will continue to pray for him.
Giving God the glory, Christine

LaLa said...

Yes, the best news all year! Our prayers are answered! A special family deserves the best and you are blessed! Can't believe you remember me! It was so long ago! Love you dearly!

boqpod said...

We still pray for your family so hearing about your dad is great news! Judi got a "God must've healed you" diagnosis a couple years ago.

A week ago I was leading Abigail with questions about why heaven is a desirable destination . "You want to go to heaven forever because you know who's there, don't you?" Jesus, of course but Abigail answered, "Mr Brent!"

So Mr Brent is the 1st person she knows in heaven! I'm thinking those few meals at Marco Pollo are paying off. See the impression he left? Brent is helping lead my daughter to Jesus still!

Jan said...

How fantastic...and I love the post about Abigail and heaven...wanting to see your honey!

Oh Pinky, I am so happy for you and your family.

Kelly said...

amazing!

Anonymous said...

Edie, I'm praising the Lord for this wonderful work in your dad's life. We continue to commit your needs, and those of your parents, to His excellent care.
Remember, you have a haven waiting for you in Pensacola when you get a chance to come East! Love you!

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