Tough News

Twice this year we have heard the word "cancer".  That is two times too many.  First was the news of my dad, and today we heard the word in regards to our Benjamin.  It's a tough pill to swallow, something you never want to hear, especially in regards to one of your treasures.  We're still working through it, processing it all.  My heart physically aches.  

I mentioned some doctor's visits in an earlier post.  We were hopeful at the time that the growth on the back of Benjamin's knee was simply a ganglion cyst.  It is not.  It is one of three possible types of cancerous growths.  At this point we know it needs to be removed in its entirety, so surgery is scheduled for December 20th.  The doctor is hopeful that after successful surgery, there will be no necessary follow-up, such as traditional radiation and chemotherapy.  We will know more from pathology reports after surgery.

Fortunately, at this point Benjamin is not physically affected by the tumor.  Emotionally he is pretty easy going,just wanting to be assured that he will be all right after the surgery.

Your prayers are greatly appreciated as we move through the days and weeks ahead.