Dr. Claire just called and gave us some things to be super thankful for, and Mary just sent me another photo I just had to share!
First, we have an appointment with the radiation specialists on Monday morning at 9:10am to talk through all radiation options. They'll be prepared to talk through both proton and normal radiation, so we can understand the differences. We feel blessed to have their team so focused on Jack!
Then, following the radiation appointment, Jack will be getting another MRI to compare with the slides from the one 2 weeks prior. If there are any progressions, they will most likely just move on the radiation/ chemo combination and forego the biopsy.
The surgeon's are still meeting Monday morning as well, as i said before, to look closely at the procedure and availability of the OR.
Either way, we should know pretty much all the information needed to make decisions by Monday afternoon/ evening. Thank God for things moving along quickly.
And a huge blessing is that Dr. Claire is sending Jack's slides and information to a close colleague (and in her opinion the best out there in pediatric oncology) at Johns Hopkins. IF JH wants to see Jack and give a 2nd opinion on next steps, Dr. Claire will do everything she can to help us get there, and get in soon. Thank you Dr. Claire!
Ok, ok... so Mary just sent me this photo as well, and I had to share! This photo was taken during the Bruster's franchise meeting in Atlanta in May, and yes, that is actually Mr. Bruce himself! It represents the story of how Jack made an impression on Mr. Bruce and his team, and is the best story I've ever heard of a boy who loves Ice Cream. Bruster's support of Jack since this meeting has been incredible.
Enjoy!
XO
April
thanks for the updates. andy and i are keeping jack in our prayers! XOXX
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ReplyDeleteWe in Florida are storming heaven for the answer to our prayers! We pray for your peace of Christ and patience to endure these days that seem to go on forever with out an answer. Remember to keep looking up, HE is always there waiting to embrace, comfort, and to help carry our cross of this life. In proverbs 11:14, It says, "Where there is no guidance the people fall, but in abundance of counselors there is victory". I believe we are in the midst of many great counselors, (Doctors and prayer warriors) and with believing and depending on the direction of the ultimate physician (GOD) Jacks doctors will receive the divine & miraculous decision that needs to be made.
Love you all,
The Hagerty family
Mary and Jack - I am now an official follower of your blog spot. Mary I am so glad that we connected again today. I will pass along the blog info, etc to Ann as you requested. I did not get an opportunity to stop by as I had hoped. I am praying for Jack and your family, as well as all of the team members involved in Jack's care. I am sending out a prayer chain to some close friends/prayer warriors as well. I know HIS arms will comfort you and peace as they have always as you have so much to ponder over the next several days. Your testimony, these blogs, and these pictures of Jack with his precious smile and strength absolutely inspire me. Your faith is amazing!
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