Friday, September 21, 2007

Prayers have been answered!!

Bret talked to the doctor and we got great news. They confirmed that the lymph nodes were clear and that the area that was removed had a cancer free perimeter which meant that they did remove the entire area that contained cancer. We will meet with the surgeon on Monday afternoon and talk about treatment options.

This is the best news that we could have received. I believe that God has heard all of our prayers and I thank each and every one of you for praying with us all week. You have given Bret and I the strength to get up each day and move forward. The waiting was horrible but I have never felt so much love and support as I did this week. We are so blessed to have each and every one of you in our lives!

I am feeling really good today....very little pain and getting more energy back all the time. I feel like a huge weight has been lifted off my chest and I can finally breathe again. This whole experience has been the wake up call that we all hear about but we hope we never receive.....life is a precious gift that should never be taken for granted, be thankful for every day and be thankful for your friends and family.......Lots of Love to ALL OF YOU!!!!! Jan and Bret

13 comments:

Anonymous said...

HOORAY!!!! You have made my day!!! Praise God!!! It's too bad how sometimes we get caught up so much in living that we don't step back and not take for granted how each day is such a gift!!!! I've learned that - and you certainly have now too... I'm anxious to hear how Monday goes - but for now - ENJOY YOUR WEEKEND! With this news - mine has shot sky high!!!! I love you Middletons - all of you.... Sue Taylor

Anonymous said...

God is good all the time! I am so happy to hear the news. I am so proud of you and the way you stood strong and kept the faith. Everything is going to be alright.
Thank you for updating the blog, I know we all kept checking for the report. We are here if you need anything.
Love tons,
Valerie

Anonymous said...

WOOHOO!!! I also would like to thank all of your wonderful friends for their prayers. I sure am a huge believer in the power of prayer! You are so strong and I know you can battle this thing now with a new strength! Like Sue said, try and relax alittle this weekend. You can deal with next week when it comes!

Love you lots!
Kay

Virag said...

Whooohooo!!!! Great news Jan! You have been in our prayers and this is great news. I am so glad that you were so proactive at getting things checked out fast! Please keep us up to date on what the surgeon and have a great weekend! I am sure that you will sleep good tonight!
Love,
The Virags

Anonymous said...

Jan,
That is GREAT news! I am so happy!
Every day is a gift! Enjoy the weekend but don't over-due it.
Love,
Kim and Jerry

Jenn Conn said...

What great news!!!! Huge hug coming your way.
Much Love,
The Conns

Anonymous said...

Yahoo!

Great news!

Sending lots of love your way!

-janie

Anonymous said...

Jan, Bret & Family,

That is the best news I've heard all week!!! I have been checking your sight all day....waiting to hear the news..and it was great news!!!
Glad to hear that your pain is starting to go away and your getting more energy. You definitely should get a good nights rest tonight!!
We will continue to pray for you and your family.
Take care,
The Hayes Family

Anonymous said...

That is FANTASTIC news!!! I am just overjoyed, and I know you guys must be SO relieved. I know it was scary but I am so glad you and your doctors took immediate action. Like Kay said, I'm just incredibly thankful for all the prayers and support you received because I know it made a difference---we're not letting you get away, lady! Anyway...I'm just so happy you're ok!!! :) Please continue to keep us posted.

Emily

Unknown said...

Jan, I am crying tears of happiness at your good news. Get lots of rest this weekend and know you are in our thoughts constantly.
Love and hugs, The Grimes Family

Anonymous said...

I am so relieved for you. Rest up!

Libby et al

Anonymous said...

Middletons-
Great News! I am so happy things worked out the way you were hoping for. Kiss your babies, and have a relaxed evening - you deserve it!
-Your Friends the Barnetts

Anonymous said...

Wonderful news Jan!! What a perfect end to the week - it was a tough one for you but God heard all of us and answered our prayers. Rest easier and enjoy this weekend!
Love,
Kristen, Brian & Olivia