Update on Ashley - 8/10/10

Dear Friends

Past week has been busy, and Ashley’s comfort has diminished somewhat. Biopsy on her right hip bone last Tuesday, followed by two more MRI’s, another CT scan, X-ray, plus numerous other test, all trying to understand the underlying cause(s). The muscle tightness she was experiencing in her back has moved around to her chest, which is really uncomfortable. They did find a med that helps relieve this, but side affect keeps her real drowsy. In addition, trying a new pain med, to replace one she is currently taking, again, major side effect is drowsiness, plus nausea.

Results from the hip biopsy – pathologist says that her cancer is now in her bones. Her cancer doctor said that he was not expecting this. Did mention one treatment option that has a major side effect of significant tiredness. This was late last night, and did not have time to discuss at length.

Again, thank you for your prayers, and words of encouragement.

Lenwood and Kathy

Psalms 23 - The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside thestill waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD ! for ever.