It is weird when you forget about your own blog because there is nothing of value to report. As it is, Bryon has enjoyed his summer with his family. Lots of activities and adventures to share, but none so amazing as the fact that he is healthy. We are so astounded by his recovery and how well he functions from day to day. So I guess in a few words, everything is going great and the MRI is coming up on October 4th. There are no signs that the tumor has resurfaced, but even if it has, it would have to have made tremendous growth to start causing any interference with brain function.
I know there are other people out there who are not so lucky in their fight with cancer and that they have made their own choices for treatment. I just want you to think about it if it were you, for a moment. So what if there is no cure for what you have, that does not make you a goner. Every bit of treatment can extend your life a little more so you can build a bridge over the gap from dying, to dealing, to cured. That's all Bryon did was try to make it to the cure and he may have done it, but in doing so he may have cured others with his endeavors. Clinical trials are so important to our medical knowledge base in treating disease of all kinds. I am thankful for all the prayers and well wishes from everyone, but I would also like to thank Bryon for doing the trial that may have saved his life as well as many many others.
Sorry, I got all gushy there for a moment. It won't happen again...till the next post probably.
Whether Bryon lives to be 100 or goes next week, he can take with him the knowledge that he helped medical science, and thus mankind, in a way that very few can. That's something your whole family can be proud of. Here's wishing you all a bright future and long life together! As for you getting mushy, it's okay to let that side out once in a while. You've been tough as nails for a long time now!
ReplyDeleteI see sick people every day, some who's life has been destroyed through no fault of their own. I'm continually amazed at the variety of responses people have to these events and their consequences. One thing is consistent. The veterans who have supportive families who are involved in their medical care and daily activities do better than the ones forced to deal with them on their own. Bryon is lucky to have his family around him to keep him going.
ReplyDeleteWay to go Gundersons!