I've never been a great blogger, so I'm not sure who is regularly checking this site. I always relish not needing to update you on how I am doing in this way. However, I do have some news that I need to share.
Over the past few months, I have been having back pain that has been progressively worsening. The last couple of weeks it has become quite severe. I recently had an MRI of my back and they found a 5 cm x 6 cm mass on my sacrum spine. My doctor has ordered some additional tests to see if there are any other areas of concern. On Tuesday, I will see the doctor again to talk about the next steps in this process.
While we have yet to do a biopsy to confirm that this is cancer, all signs point that way. The good news is that my cancer has seemed to move rather slowly. It was three and half years between my original surgery and when they found the lung metastasis. That was almost two years ago, now. The tumors markers in my blood are rising for the first time ever, but I am hopeful that we can keep it at bay for a long time.
I have appreciated your support and prayers over the last five years. I need them again, and I am blessed to have such great friend and family. I will keep you updated as I learn more about where the Lord is leading me on this journey. I know that this is part of the Lord’s plan for my life. He is faithful, even when we can’t always see what His purposes are.
Steve
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Thanks for the update. I know you're in good hands, and have the determination and strength to get through this. We're all behind you, don't hesitate to ask if you need anything!
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