Don Wood Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Well, the PET scan shows essentially that the Alimta did not work for Lucie. The liver tumor is still the same and there a multiple new bone tumors. Noe of these are causing her any pain or trouble at this time. The onc called this evening, so it will be Monday before we can schedule an appointment with him to go over the particulars and see where we go from here. He said there was a new chemo just out but Lucie didn't catch the name. He wants to try that next. I will let you all know what it is next week. We are trying to go see our grandson graduate from high school May 20th, so the onc is trying to work around that, and let Lucie feel up to the trip. He was going to suspend chemo until after then if the PET scan had been more encouraging, so we will see what he recommends next week. Lucie is in good spirits and taking it as it comes. Me, too. Thanks for all your prayers, thoughts, caring and support. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MalouDP Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Oh Don, this is terrible. Alimta hasn't been very succesful with quite a bit of us from here. I am glad that Lucys spirit is up and you too. Take care you guys. And God Bless. Please let us know what is next plan of attack with this beast, okey? Love, Thomas & Malou Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Dear Lucie & Don, You are so strong. What a pair you are. I admire you both so much. I know this next bump in the road will be conquered and you'll be better for it. You always do well. Faith works, huh. Joanie (())) Praying for you both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Don and Lucie, Wish the news were more encouraging. Congrats on your grandson's upcoming graduation. Hope Lucie will be up for the trip with whatever it is that the onc. has up his sleeve. Your faith will carry you through. Add my prayers. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieD Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Lucie and Don, You two are truly an inspiration. God Bless. Praying for good news and the new Chemo. CharlieD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Thanks for the update even though it is not what we wanted. Glad your spirits are good and keep that HS graduation in sight. gail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Don/Lucie--I'm very sorry to hear that. So glad the onc has a game plan for Lucie. I admire and respect the way the both of you always handle things in a positive, constructive way. Lucie is certainly a person to look up to when one is battling lung cancer. You certainly do justice to the meaning caregiver. My thought and prayers are with the both of you for nothing but the best. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 I was just thinking about Lucie yesterday, realizing that an update was due soon. I am certainly sorry Alimta didn't work for Lucie. I send many prayers that whatever the oncologist has planned for Lucie next is the chemo that will do the trick. gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 I just love you both, and am glad you can keep your spirits up. I'm praying that this trick might just work, and I am thankful that she isn't in pain. What a lucky young man, to have such amazing grandparents watching him graduate in May! Lots of prayers for the both of you, who have been such an inspiration to so many of us! Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 I am sorry the Alimta was not successful. It's encouraging that your onc has an alternative chemo. I hope that is the magic bullet for Lucie. Keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Don and Lucie, You are both in my prayers. I pray that the oncologist has a treatment plan that will be successful. Prayers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindy0519 Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 You both truly are an inspiration! Staying positive is no doubt a large part of your success. Does sound like the oncologist has a plan.. hopefully this one will give the cancer the punch it needs! I too will keep you both in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Don, I always look so forward to what you have written for others, and I hope that I can do so the same for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Lucie as you go through this bumpy journey called life. May God watch you and keep you, and please, Don, know you are such a model of love for so many out there. Stay strong! God Bless, Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Don, I'm so sorry to hear this, but I'm glad to hear that the doc has another plan. Tell Lucie we're pulling for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
francesbean Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Dearest Don and Lucie, I am sorry to hear that Alimta was not successful. I am sincerely hoping and praying that the next treatment plan will do the trick. Your attitude is inspirational. Much Love Frances Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Thanks For the Update and so sorry about the news of Alimta. Praying for better results next round I know how hard this is and am glad spirits are up for both of you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Don and Lucie,sorry the alimta didn't help.Hope the one up your oncs sleeve will do the job.Enjoy the graduation. You both are an inspiration to so many of us here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Don and Lucie, Sorry the Alimta did not do go. But already there is a plan for Lucie, keep us posted about it. Thankful that the pain is still under control. Your strength and faith will carry you to a better treatment. Congratulations for your grandson graduation and hope you will be both there. Prayers for next week. Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Lucie is one tough cookie, and your strength goes a long way in showing us all how important a caregiver's love and support is to our loved ones. If I am thinking correctly, I believe my mom is the only one I have seen have any success with Alimta. Praying for that magic bullet. XOXOXOX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 I am sorry to hear this but it sounds as if Lucie's onc has a plan...I pray that things go well. You guys are such an inspiration to me. Sending love Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 (((Don and Lucie))), I was so hoping Alimta was going to be the magic potion for Lucie. I am sorry and disappointed. How the two of you pick yourselves up each time, dust yourselves off, and head off with your new plan is nothing short of amazing! I wish you two could run a little workshop here to help those of us needing some help with positivity.............there would be standing room only! May there be a good plan lined up and may it be kind to Lucie. I love you two! Hope God is good and holds you close! Love, Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda661 Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Don and Lucie: This wasn't the news I was hoping to hear, but glad that the onc. has an alternative already in mind. As I think someone else said, your grandson is so lucky to have two such special grandparents attending his graduation. Keep us posted. I also agree on what a great example you are, Don, on the meaning of a caregiver -- have so appreciated your suggestions to me and others. Your "calm" is something to be modelled after, for certain. Hugs and prayers, Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eppie Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Oh Don and Lucie! I am praying for you both. I have hopes that the onc can sort out a treament that heals Lucie. Much love, Eppie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Don and Lucie, Sure wish the update was better news for you, it is good to know that your onc has another plan, although that doesnt suprise me, your doctors are always looking for other options for sweet Lucie.. Keeping you both in my thoughts and prayers..XO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted April 22, 2006 Share Posted April 22, 2006 Don and Lucie, This is not the news that any of us hoped to hear , but I know the two of will make the best of the situation. I have always admired you for your ability to always look forward, not back. This time will be no different , I am sure. God Bless you both. You have my prayers. Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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