What’s Next: A Treatment Update & Prayer Requests

A Quick Update

One of the hardest parts of this journey is the constant unknown—waiting, adjusting, and trusting. Some days it feels like everything is moving fast, and other days, it’s just a waiting game to see how my body responds and what the next steps will be.

Where We Are Now

In the past few days, I’ve completed one bridge therapy and one round of chemotherapy as part of my treatment plan. So far, my body has handled it as expected, and my medical team continues to monitor my response and adjust as needed.

The Next Steps

Next week, I will receive a newer treatment at a smaller dose, which will require hospitalization overnight to monitor for expected symptoms. In this case, symptoms may actually be a good sign, indicating that my body is responding to the treatment. Based on how I react, I will receive this treatment a couple more times in an outpatient setting before it is added to my regular treatment schedule.

I will also have regular CT and MRI scans to track progress and make any necessary adjustments to my treatment plan. While there’s still a lot to navigate, I trust my team is doing everything they can to move things in the right direction.

How We’re Holding Up

Physically, I’m taking it day by day. Some days I feel good, other days the exhaustion hits hard, but I do what I can to keep moving forward.

Emotionally, it’s been a lot to process, but we’re managing. Thankfully, the girls are adjusting well to the changes, and my husband is juggling a lot but continues to hold everything together.

A Word of Gratitude

I don’t even know how to begin thanking the incredible people who have surrounded us with love and support during this time.

To my sweet friends who have set up meal trains to make sure our family is taken care of, and even further—coordinating a breast milk donation system to ensure Lucia continues to have breastmilk to drink. I am beyond humbled.

Honestly, I wasn’t even thinking this was a possibility. We had already gone out and bought formula when we heard the news, preparing to figure out what would work best for her. And then, before we could even start that process, our friends had already come up with a solution.

The fact that milk has even been collected from other states just to help her amazes me. We literally bought a deep freezer just to hold the amount of milk that has been generously donated to us. The level of organization, the thoughtfulness, and the way everything has been handled to make this as least stressful as possible for me—I truly have no words. It is overwhelming in the best way.

Thankfully, Lucia is adjusting well to the bottle, and in a small but meaningful moment, I was even able to feed her a bottle myself without her trying to nurse. A tender mercy in the midst of all this change.

To my mother-in-law, who has gone above and beyond to make sure the girls, George and I are cared for in every way—entertaining them, making sure we're all eating, handling diaper changes, cleaning, and even putting Lucia to sleep when I needed to keep my distance because of the toxins of chemo and also needing to rest, she stepped in without hesitation. She does it all with a smile on her face and never complains, even though I know it hasn’t been easy.

I am in awe of the generosity and love poured out for our family. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.

Prayer Requests

If you feel called to pray for us, here’s what we could use prayers for:

• That my body responds well to this chemo regimen and that it does what it’s supposed to do.

• For next week’s hospitalization—that my body reacts as expected and that any symptoms that arise are a sign that the treatment is working.

• For my medical team, that they continue to make the best decisions for my care.

• For my daughters, that they continue to adjust well while I’m away for treatments.

• For my husband, that he finds strength and peace while managing everything on his plate.

• For my upcoming scans, that they show positive progress and give clarity on the next steps.

• For patience in the waiting—that we can navigate all the unknowns with trust and peace.

Songs That Have Carried Me

• "Blessings" - Laura Story

• "When I Fall" – Katy Nichole

• "What I really need" - Bryan Fowler

Moving Forward

There’s still a lot ahead, but we’re taking it one step at a time. I appreciate all the continued prayers, messages, and support—it truly means so much to me.

With all my love,

Blessy