Surgery Consultation and Visiting Philadelphia

   The consultation for surgery was yesterday morning. After talking to the team of doctors here in Philadelphia, we have decided that surgery is the best option at this time. Her doctors are confident that chemo reduced the vascularity of the tumor and the bleeding risk is much lower than before. Surgery is set for tomorrow afternoon and should take about three to five hours. The goal is to take as much of the tumor as possible at least 75-90% without causing any harm to the spinal cord. We ask that you just pause for a moment tomorrow and pray for Amy and our family. 

   Amy spent a little over a week in NY with Malinda, Paul Ray and Lola. She got to meet a lot of new friends and had a busy week of camping, working at a dog grooming salon, and relaxing with several good books. Lola really enjoyed having Aunt Amy read her stories and play toys with her. She had fun road tripping with Malinda to meet us here in Philadelphia. 

   There is so much history here and we would like to visit as much as possible before checking in to the hospital. We  have already spent some time touring the Brandywine Battle Field and the house that George Washington used as his headquarters prior to the battle. The plan is to visit a few more of the famous historical sites in the area including the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. 

   Once the surgery is completed we will spend several more weeks here during her recuperation. We have been blessed with the use of an apartment here and are thankful that God provided for us a space to call home until we are able to return. After the doctors release her to travel we will fly back home to Arkansas and Amy will continue to be monitored by her team at ACH.  

   Many, many thanks to everyone for your support and prayers! We are blessed to have so many friends who continuously keep us lifted up in prayer