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Tuesday, April 12, 2011

42

All Sci-Fi nerds know that the number 42 is the answer to the ultimate question of life, the universe and everything. Funny that it would also be the answer to the question that's been occupying our life, universe and everything for the better part of two months. The much anticipated visit from the oncology team came in the early afternoon following Raina's MRI.  They reported that the tumor was 42% smaller when compared to the pre-chemotherapy imagery. This is spectacular news.  I would consider it the first real victory in a string of battles on the path to a cure. Hopefully we've beaten up the tumor enough to make total surgical resection a possibility now.  A consult with neurosurgery is scheduled in the morning to assess the potential.

For the first time it seems like that light at the end of the tunnel might be something other than a speeding locomotive. We will revel in the new hope... and be grateful that the next phase of this fight will likely be on our terms, not the tumor's.

31 comments:

  1. I am crying tears of joy! I just knew good news was to come! Congratulations and enjoy the wonderful feeling!
    (thanks for posting I have been checking all day/evening to see an update!!)

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  2. Hooray! Hooray! Hooray!! I have been waiting all day to hear this news!!!! GO RAINA!!!
    That is absolutely awesome news Jason :)
    Thank you for taking the time to post this!

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  3. AWESOME!!! Was checking all day...so happy to hear the good news! Take care!!!

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  4. You do not know me, but I have been following your posts since I saw the pictures of your beautiful little girl on Little Moon Photography. Amber photographed my son in September. You have all been in my prayers these last few months. I am so happy for you and your little angel! Go Raina!!

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  5. I as well have been checking all day and am so overjoyed to hear that she is winning her fight! Go Raina go!!!!

    I can only imagine the sense of calm that you both must be feeling. The three of you were in my thoughts constantly today- and I hope that all of you felt the strength and love and prayers coming from your family, friends, and me- your new found online buddy.

    I will continue to keep each of you in my prayers- and I am looking forward to reading more updates filled with good news!!! I hope that you can sleep easier tonight knowing that our prayers are being heard...

    Erin

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  6. What wonderful news, I am so glad you took the time to update. I also have been checking regularly, as a parent to a young son about Raina's age I can only begin to imagine what you have been through. Your family is constantly in my thoughts. Hope tomorrow brings more hope.

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  7. This is absolutely amazing news - I am so so happy to hear it. Hopefully more good news to come tomorrow. Keep on fighting little V!!!

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  8. This is the best news ever! We have been waiting for your post all day. Thank you so much for sharing this news with us. Maybe now we can all take a deep breath and cherish this moment while we wait to hear what comes next. We are so happy for all of you.

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  9. YAY! YAY! YAY! I am crying tears of joy tonight. Like others, I have been watching for an update. I am so happy to see this post. Our prayers will continue. I am so glad that you are finally fighting this battle on your terms!!

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  10. FANTASTIC!! You have the tumor on the ropes and a knock out is coming!! Enjoy this moment...you so very much deserve it.

    Sending positive thoughts and vibes for your meeting tomorrow. You're on a roll...let's keep it going!

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  11. Oh my god that is amazing news!!!!!!! What a strong and courageous little girl!!!!!!

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  12. Sarah, Scott, and MackenzieApril 12, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Such great news! Raina is in our hearts and thoughts and we have been waiting all day for this good news! Keep Fighting Baby Girl :)

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  13. I too have followed your story by way of the Little Moon blog and by having a son Raina's age. This is such spectacular news and we will continue to send positive thoughts and prayers your way. Sending good vibes for tomorrow as well. Keep up the fight Raina!

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  14. I'm so happy to hear your good news!!! :) Thanks for sharing! - Andrea

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  15. So very happy to hear this wonderful news. I continue to keep your sweet baby girl in my prayers every day. You have one fighter on your hands!!! Amen!!!!

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  16. Jaime, Bill, Will and JordanApril 13, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    Such great news!! Still praying for more good news to come your way today. Thank you for letting us be a part of your journey. You are all loved so much.

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  17. This is wonderful news! I continue to pray for Raina and your family!

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  18. Although I do not know you I have been following your blog via Little Moon Photography. What wonderful news, we will continue to keep your family in our prayers! Thank you for sharing your journey. Keep up the fight little Raina!
    Rosenberg Family

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  19. We have been praying for Raina for almost 2 months now since your cousin Dan told our Sunday School class about her very difficult situation. We are so excited to hear that something is working (of course, we believe God is answering all of our prayers!) We will continue to pray for her and for your family as you travel this journey in the valley of the shadow of death. May God fill you with peace about your decisions. We have a little granddaughter who will be 1 year old this month and can't imagine the struggles you are dealing with.

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  20. What fantastic news!!!! Glad to hear she is doing well. Hopefully she gets to spend a few days at home soon.

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  21. This is wonderful news! We look forward to more good news. Keep fighting Miss Raina! XOXO Danielle and Kevin

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  22. Yay! Go Raina, Go! All of the prayers people are saying for your family are being heard :) We will continue to pray for more good news to come your way.

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  23. YAHOO!!!!! So very happy for all of you. Go baby Raina, go. We're all praying for you :)

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  24. What wonderful news! I am definitely not a Sci-Fi person but appreciated the tutorial...42 is an excellent number! A LOT to be said about Raina and her wonderful loving parents...amazing! Lots of love to y'all!

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  25. ....sending you guys lots of love & prayers! xoxo, the hockey's

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  26. I read this the night you posted it & wept myself to sleep in happiness over the news. everyone i know is praying for you & i too thrive on the LOVE & health i try to mentally send you everyday... little R is on my mind everyday, has changed my life, changed myself, and i really wish i could do more, but for now, i fill my LOVE TANK with hope for you all. she is amazing. thanks for keeping up on here... xoxoxo, jaime

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  27. I am so happy to read that the tumor is shrinking, I am so sorry that I wont be able to see Raina in her beautiful dress tomorrow, I am not feeling 100% and I will just have to be patient and see her at the race:) Give her a big hug and kiss from me please...

    Love Martine

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  28. Where the eff is the like button on this blasted thing?!?????

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  29. Such wonderful news! We'll continue to send our prayers! Hoping they're helping! :) Love from all the Fudge's

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  30. I was so, so happy to hear the news of these results! I got some wonderful details on the party too - very happy you had a good day.

    Oh - and IRL I think "T" (that posted above) and I would be great friends... ;) LOL.

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