Just when we think we have plans in place . . .
Plans are made. Plans change. In Proverbs 16:9, the Bible says:
“We can make our plans, but the LORD determines our steps.”
The truth of that in regard to my health care became apparent this week when both my blood work and my CT scan showed continued progression of disease despite four rounds of chemotherapy. I met with Dr. Robinson and his PA yesterday, and it was decided that there is no valid reason to proceed with chemotherapy as it is not having the desired palliative effect.
What’s next? We are not yet certain. A number of options have been discussed. I will have a telehealth visit with Dr. Rossi on Monday and another appointment with Dr. Robinson on Thursday, June 25. I hope to have a plan in place by this time next week.
I recently did a genetic profile with the Target Cancer Foundation’s TRACK study, and we will likely choose one of the options they recommended. Dr. Robinson is willing to try an option that he has not used for GCT before. I appreciate both his compassion and willingness to think outside the box.
I love this quote, and I want it to define how I live in the days ahead:
“The function of man is to live, not to exist. I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them. I shall use my time.”
Thank you to all of you who continue to pray and reach out to me. I know the prayers of the saints are what sustain me day by day and give me this deep peace that even I don’t comprehend.
