Dec 15 Update

The scans done on Monday showed growth in the lungs that are now able to be biopsied. Of course growth is not great, but this biopsy should be clear information about a treatment option.  It will likely be between Christmas and the new year.  More waiting, we really don’t have more to share at this time. We hope everyone has a merry Christmas!

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  1. AnonymousDecember 15, 2022 at 6:15 PM

    Continuing to pray for you.

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    1. AnonymousDecember 15, 2022 at 9:17 PM

      Praying for your ease and miraculous results. And may the blessing of Christmas shower upon you and your family.

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  2. AnonymousDecember 15, 2022 at 6:16 PM

    Prayers for you friend!! Love you so much!! 🙏💞💞💞

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  3. AnonymousDecember 15, 2022 at 6:22 PM

    O Jesus, take care of everything!

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  4. AnonymousDecember 15, 2022 at 6:22 PM

    Still in my prayer list.

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  5. AnonymousDecember 15, 2022 at 6:31 PM

    Thank you for the update. Praying for you Kristi. ❤️

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  6. AnonymousDecember 15, 2022 at 6:45 PM

    🙏☝️🙏 and wishing you all a very Merry Christmas ❤🎄

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  7. AnonymousDecember 15, 2022 at 6:48 PM

    Prayers continued! Sending you both big hugs! You are amazing and strong and I appreciate your updates so much!

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  8. AnonymousDecember 15, 2022 at 6:58 PM

    Coming to pray for you and your beautiful family. Love you guys.

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  9. AnonymousDecember 16, 2022 at 2:37 AM

    It’s JZ. Sending you lots of love and energy and hoping for the best outcome. I hope you find peace and joy in the Christmas holidays with your beautiful family

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  10. AnonymousDecember 20, 2022 at 12:51 PM

    Sending you all our love and prayers for strength and peace to meet the next set of challenges. Praying your family time is blessed.

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