Today Kyle turned the big 28! I know that's not super old, but considering I met Kyle when he was 22, I feel that we've come a long way together! He is so special to me, and I am so grateful for him!
I wish I could say the blog has been seriously lacking this month because we've been too busy having fun going to Disneyland or something, but that would be a lie. I was excited for a new year and had many resolutions I was looking forward to working on, but I haven't been able to accomplish any of them. I guess I should have known this month wasn't going to be a good one when Kelsey and I started barfing on the second day of the year. Now I wish that was our only problem! But everything keeps breaking--lawnmower, garage, car, and especially our bank account! (So much for the good finances resolution!) While these episodes have been stressful and inconvenient, in the grand scheme of things, they REALLY DON'T matter.
What matters to me is my family! The last 2 1/2 weeks have been a roller coaster ride beyond what any words can accurately depict. We've had ups and downs, jerks to the left, jerks to the right, been spun upside down, and gone backwards to forwards in 10 seconds flat! All I can say is that the only routine we've had is that there's been no routine at all! I will spare all of the details, but I am including an email we sent to family last week for those who are not aware of what's going on.
Friends and Family,
For those of you who know Kyle well, you know that he is practically perfect, and his only real weakness is anything medical! I mean let's face it, in the past he has passed out from having a small sample of blood taken. He couldn't even watch his beautiful wife get an epidural! Well, the Lord is allowing Kyle to make his weakness a strength, and he has already been so brave over the last 10 days! (Just ask Kelsey--she is nice and prays every day that Daddy will be brave at the doctor!)
The doctor who performed the biopsy called this morning with the official results from pathology. The larger sample confirmed the doctors' suspicions of Hodgkins Lymphoma. (Deep breath!) Kyle has to have a few more tests done to gauge his health at this time. He will most likely start chemotherapy the first week in February, and he will have infusions done every two weeks assuming he stays healthy throughout his treatment. We appreciate all of the prayers and fasting in our behalf. Unfortunately, there was not a miracle that just got rid of the cancer. (That would have been nice, but we weren't expecting that!) But, the miracle we have felt is an overwhelming sense of peace that Kyle will be well in due time.
We are especially blessed to have a family doctor who felt inspired to get things moving a little quicker. Some of you know that Kyle was originally scheduled to have his first CT scan today, but instead, after a long week of being scanned, poked, and opened up, we know the final results. Of course, no one wants the results to be cancer, but we are grateful we were able to find out as soon as we did so we can start treatment quickly. We are so grateful for those who have helped out taking care of our sweet little girls and bringing us meals while we have been so busy and exhausted from doctors appointments and hospital visits. We also appreciate those who are far away who wish they could help. It helps so much just to know you care! We love you all and ask for your continued support and prayers over the course of this journey as Kyle receives his treatments.
Love,
Kyle, Megan, Kelsey, and Miley
I long for a "normal" day when my biggest worry will be getting the laundry folded and put away! But, for now, I am beyond grateful for my wonderful husband and children. I'm grateful that these last couple of weeks I have cared less about getting the dishes done, and cared more about having quality time with my family. We've had some precious moments, and I would encourage everyone to take a step back and think about what is really important! Life is fragile, so don't take it for granted!
I wish I could say the blog has been seriously lacking this month because we've been too busy having fun going to Disneyland or something, but that would be a lie. I was excited for a new year and had many resolutions I was looking forward to working on, but I haven't been able to accomplish any of them. I guess I should have known this month wasn't going to be a good one when Kelsey and I started barfing on the second day of the year. Now I wish that was our only problem! But everything keeps breaking--lawnmower, garage, car, and especially our bank account! (So much for the good finances resolution!) While these episodes have been stressful and inconvenient, in the grand scheme of things, they REALLY DON'T matter.
What matters to me is my family! The last 2 1/2 weeks have been a roller coaster ride beyond what any words can accurately depict. We've had ups and downs, jerks to the left, jerks to the right, been spun upside down, and gone backwards to forwards in 10 seconds flat! All I can say is that the only routine we've had is that there's been no routine at all! I will spare all of the details, but I am including an email we sent to family last week for those who are not aware of what's going on.
Friends and Family,
For those of you who know Kyle well, you know that he is practically perfect, and his only real weakness is anything medical! I mean let's face it, in the past he has passed out from having a small sample of blood taken. He couldn't even watch his beautiful wife get an epidural! Well, the Lord is allowing Kyle to make his weakness a strength, and he has already been so brave over the last 10 days! (Just ask Kelsey--she is nice and prays every day that Daddy will be brave at the doctor!)
The doctor who performed the biopsy called this morning with the official results from pathology. The larger sample confirmed the doctors' suspicions of Hodgkins Lymphoma. (Deep breath!) Kyle has to have a few more tests done to gauge his health at this time. He will most likely start chemotherapy the first week in February, and he will have infusions done every two weeks assuming he stays healthy throughout his treatment. We appreciate all of the prayers and fasting in our behalf. Unfortunately, there was not a miracle that just got rid of the cancer. (That would have been nice, but we weren't expecting that!) But, the miracle we have felt is an overwhelming sense of peace that Kyle will be well in due time.
We are especially blessed to have a family doctor who felt inspired to get things moving a little quicker. Some of you know that Kyle was originally scheduled to have his first CT scan today, but instead, after a long week of being scanned, poked, and opened up, we know the final results. Of course, no one wants the results to be cancer, but we are grateful we were able to find out as soon as we did so we can start treatment quickly. We are so grateful for those who have helped out taking care of our sweet little girls and bringing us meals while we have been so busy and exhausted from doctors appointments and hospital visits. We also appreciate those who are far away who wish they could help. It helps so much just to know you care! We love you all and ask for your continued support and prayers over the course of this journey as Kyle receives his treatments.
Love,
Kyle, Megan, Kelsey, and Miley
I long for a "normal" day when my biggest worry will be getting the laundry folded and put away! But, for now, I am beyond grateful for my wonderful husband and children. I'm grateful that these last couple of weeks I have cared less about getting the dishes done, and cared more about having quality time with my family. We've had some precious moments, and I would encourage everyone to take a step back and think about what is really important! Life is fragile, so don't take it for granted!
7 comments:
Today was crazy, but we need to talk. I love you and thank you for this beautiful post!
Oh no! You guys will be kept in my thoughts and prayers.
Oh my word! Is it true? Your little family will definitely be in our prayers! I'm so, so sorry for everything you have, and will continue to go through! Give Kyle our love! And thank you for the reminder of what's most important in life!
It's all true, folks! January has been an overwhelming month, to say the least! Kyle is set to start chemo February 11. Thank you for all of your thoughts and prayers!
Megan. What a great perspective. You are my hero!
Oh my gosh!!!!! We will be praying for all of you! We love you guys!
Your faith amazes me! Thank you for your post and your incredible reminder of what is most important in life. Bob and I only knew you and Kyle for a relatively short while in our BYU ward, but we valued your friendship during that time and continue to think so highly of your family. We will keep you in our prayers.
P.S. Your girls are growing up so beautifully!
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