I just spoke with the neurosurgeon, and the procedure went relatively "easy" for them...which doesn't compute in my mind as he was performing brain surgery. The tumor came out well and they are closing her up right now. They will confirm they got it all tomorrow morning via MRI, and will confirm the stage of the tumor through histology, which will take about a week. He said from from outward appearances, it was just like his 500 other cases. Confirming the stage is required by law, and obviously a good practice.
In all actuality, it doesn't seem real. Doc, Janet and I have been waiting in the lounge, and when we see Laura (hopefully soon), she is going to be without the tumor she had just 4.5 hrs ago. Amazing.
The power of prayer is unbelievable, as we have experienced so much peace this morning. Inexplicable...though, who are we to comprehend His power? Thank you so much to those of you that have prayed so diligently in the past three weeks, and I ask you continue to pray for speedy recovery, no lingering affects, Laura to feel better than ever, and most importantly that the histology comes back as a Stage 2, low grade astrocytoma.
Laura has been a testament to her faith during this process, as she so peacefully and confidently went into surgery, while it was all I could do to hold myself together as it was very difficult to watch her be wheeled off without being able to go with her. She is an example for us all, yet also a reflection of the strength provided through everyone's prayer. I don't think one could be without the other.
I read this yesterday, and the passage resonated today:
Luke 8:25 He got up and rebuked the wind and the raging waters; the storm subsided, and all was calm. "Where is your faith?" he asked his disciples. In fear and amazement they asked one another, "Who is this? He commands even the winds and the water, and they obey him."
His power is amazing, as He has blessed such talented people with gifts that allow for "easy" removal of brain tumors that were not in simple places per all the conversations we had prior to our trip here.
We are so grateful for all of your continued prayers. God Bless!
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WOOHOO!!! Praise God! If there is a way for us to send some flowers and cards at the hospital, please let us know! What an incredible relief--God is SO GOOD!
Love to you all-
J'Aimee and a Bunch of Happy, Delighted, Relieved People at Breton!!!
So happy to hear that the surgery went well. Praise God! We will continue to pray for a full and speedy recovery. Can't wait for you to return home! I am jonesin' for some good cookie dough and a good movie! Talk to you soon!
Love and Pinches,
Erick, Nicole and Gibson
Well, I am so releaved but still am praying for a quick recovery and a next step to getting back home. Love you! XOXOXOXOXO
Wendi
Praise God!!!
What a relief. Our prayers have been answered. Keep us updated. we love you crazy!!!
Born Clinic
yaaay!!!!!!!Can't wait to hear your voice...Chad promised to take pictures of you high on meds etc.:)We love you so dearly:) DAP
YAY!!!
I didn't know I could hold my breath for 6 hours, but it sure felt like I did...after this wonderful news, we're all so relieved! Chad, I hope you get sound sleep. Laura, I wish you happy healing, and a nurse that looks like Brad Pitt!
Love,
Lara
Dearest Chad, a big THANK YOU for keeping the information coming. God is indeed GREAT! A little "heart warming" story to share with my cousin, Aunt and Uncle.
I am a sleeper! Getting up early is most difficult. However this morning I got God's wake up call at 3:17 a.m. (CA time)... it was time to get up and get praying!! As I prayed for all to go well with our dear Laura I also thanked God for getting me up. :)Getting the "direct connection" with God at that hour was powerful. As I gazed up into the stars for over an hour God blessed me with his peace, and the message that all would be as he willed.
All of you have been weighing heavy on my heart and I am so glad to hear that the tumor is out. Now the prayers keep on, but also an abundance of THANK YOU's DEAR LORD!!
May the peace of God be with you always.
THANK'S TO THE GOOD LORD AND SAVIOR!!!!!!.CHAD YOU AND LAURA WILL ALLWAYS BE IN OUR PRAYER'S.LOVE UNCLE JOHN,AUNT SANDY ,KIM,STEVE,ASHLIE AND JOHN II
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