The Biopsy Results are in: Colon Cancer

ByKaren

On Tuesday, June 10, 2014, we saw the oncologist from the hospital to get the final results from the biopsy.  We knew Steve had cancer but we didn’t know what kind so we weren’t sure what we were dealing with, yet. That was when we found out it was Colon Cancer.  And since it’s spread to 2 other organs (liver and lung), it’s Stage 4.  Colon cancer is not curable once it’s spread to other organs.  Therefore, Steve will never be cancer free.  🙁 The doctor said there really is no reason to operate since there was no large obstruction in the colon (since they didn’t see anything on the CT Scan) nor is there a lot of bleeding (since Steve has never noticed any)…

No Noticeable Signs or Symptoms of Colon Cancer – Or where there?

ByKaren

We’ve been asked over and over if there were any signs or symptoms of Colon Cancer that we could have noticed? I asked the doctor how long this has been going on, for it to be at Stage 4 without really any warnings.  He said the polyp could have been there for years.  SCARY. A lot of people have asked us if Steve had any signs or symptoms.  According to Cancer.org the signs and symptoms of Colon Cancer are: A change in bowel habits, such as diarrhea, constipation, or narrowing of the stool, that lasts for more than a few days A feeling that you need to have a bowel movement that is not relieved by doing so Rectal bleeding, dark stools, or blood in…

Day Five of Spring Break School Vacation {Birthday Party}

ByKaren

Today was day 5 of the girl’s spring break and the last day (not counting the weekend).   To end the week we had a birthday party for Allison at AC Moore.  She had her party there last year and loved it so much she asked to go there again.  I don’t mind because not only is it affordable, but the staff is great and she can pick her own craft. Before we began, she had them write their name on the table (which was covered with kraft paper) and also to draw a picture.   A lot of her friends drew pictures of zebras which I thought was adorable! Finally it was time to start the craft.  She choose to make a parachord bracelet but I…

Day Four of Spring Break School Vacation {Beauty Makeovers, Softball and Birthday}

ByKaren

Today was day 4 of the girls Spring Break.   It was so cold and windy today….. not crazy about this weather but it’s better than the rain we had yesterday!  At least the sun was out today. Today was Allison’s 7th birthday and she woke up very excited about the day.  But not just because it was her birthday but because we were going to Empire Beauty School for a day of Princess makeovers!!!  Holly and Allison were 2 of 8 girls, I mean princesses, that were going to get their hair, makeup and nails done! It went very well…. Allison ready to go! Holly started with her nails…. Allison got her hair curled…. Holly choose blue nail polish (of course, it’s her favorite color!)…

Day Three of Spring Break School Vacation {Play Date and Shopping}

ByKaren

Today was day 3 of the girl’s spring break.  It rained all day!  I hate rain on days I have lots of errands to run but it couldn’t stop me because things needed to be done. We began our day with a play date with one of Holly’s friends from school and our neighbor’s daughter.  The 5 kids had a great time while the mom’s discussed how delicious Herbal Life shakes are!  I’m going to start drinking them at least in the morning to get a good boost of protein.  But anyways, the girls had a great time then we had to head home to have a quick-lunch and let Max out.  Max is our puppy Boston Terrier. Allison’s birthday is tomorrow and she’s having…