Well, it's been a few days since you heard from us. Things haven't changed that much. Diane was able to go to church Sunday, and she really enjoyed being with everyone. Unfortunately, she had an alergic reaction to one of the meds today, but she is doing better now. Please be praying about the chemotherapy treatment Tuesday because it's going to be really hard when she starts losing her hair. Thanks for you love and prayers.

Rick

We just got back from the oncology doctor. Diane will have to have chemotherapy but only four treatments. She begins March 30 and then has the other treatments every three weeks. We'll be done around June 1. There still may be radiation treatments after that. Here's the good news: the prognosis is very, very good that the cancer will not recur. Keep praying! God is good.

Rick

Tuesday at 4:00PM is when we see the medical oncologist to learn what Diane's follow-up treatments will be. We expect that she will need chemotherapy and, perhaps, radiation; but we won't know for sure until tomorrow. Pray that God will give us grace and faith to trust him regardless of the outcome. In the meantime, we sure do appreciate all the love you have shown us. Many have brought meals, and many more wish to do so. We're suggesting that you wait until we see what the future treatments will be. If Diane does need chemotherapy/radiation, we will have a much greater need then. Also, Diane wanted me to thank all of you for the cards, flowers, rides for Matthew, etc. You have truly encouraged her. We sure love you.

Rick

Thanks again for all your prayers. Yesterday was a much better day. We took the advise several of you gave and stopped trying to get Diane off the pain meds at this point. It worked well. Today is starting off better too. Thanks again for caring.

Rick

We got the results of the biopsy today, and they were not what we hoped. A few of the lymph nodes had cancer, so Diane will probably have to have chemotherapy. We won't know exactly what the follow-up treatment will be until we see a different doctor next Tuesday. Anyway, this was hard news to take on top of the pain Diane is still feeling. We are trusting the Lord through all this, but we need your prayers.

Rick

Today was a hard day: lots of pain and nausea. However, this evening Diane is doing better. It helps to have Naomi and Andrew visiting from college. They liven things up a lot at home! Thanks again for your prayers. Diane has been getting about two cards in the mail every day, and they are so encouraging to her! Thanks for all you are doing for us. We really appreciate all of you.

Rick

Diane is trying to wean herself off the pain meds, but it is a challenge. There is still a lot of pain and discomfort. It's not necessary for her to get off the meds anytime soon, but she would sure like to. Please pray about this. All in all, we are doing fine. Your love, prayers, and support have made a difficult time much more bearable. Thank you!

Rick