"Life is just like an old time rail journey ... delays, sidetracks, smoke, dust, cinders, and jolts, interspersed only occasionally by beautiful vistas and thrilling bursts of speed. The trick is to thank the Lord for letting you have the ride." Gordon B. Hinckley

Apr 18, 2011

Natalie Update





This is Aunt Judy. I am setting at Huntsman Cancer Center with Josh. We just received word from the doctor that the surgery went well. She did fine on the anesthetic. The tumors were contained. They did not have to take any lymph nodes. She is in recovery. They will send the tissue to pathology, but he felt it looked good and that she may not have to have radiation. Let's pray this is what happens. She was so scared. But her spirits were up. I knew when she asked me to take her picture before she went in that she was doing ok.

It was a long wait, so Josh kept himself busy with his Rubik's cube.

Natalie's nurse just talked to Josh and said she is doing well and they are getting her pain under control, then they will take her to her room. They say if all goes well she will get out of the hospital tomorrow. They may want them to stay in Salt Lake for one night, then they can go home.....that will make her one happy girl.


I know that Josh, Natalie and her parents and siblings appreciate all the love, support and prayers they have received.


Natalie is my hero. She is strong, loving and such an example to all of us. She is a friend to everyone and has a big heart. She has a special place in my heart. [just sayin]


We will keep you posted!


2 comments:

Lynn said...

Thank you Thank you! I sure appreciate the updates Judy! Natalie....I am still praying for you. This first update is awesome news! I am thrilled.

Josh is so cute playing with the Rubik's Cube to keep his mind occupied while having to wait so long. My boys are HUGE Rubik's cube fanatics.

And it's nice to know your mom is taking good care of the kids for you. It's so much easier to feel relaxed when you know they are in good hands.

And by the way....so are YOU! ; D

Keep us posted Judy! Thanks!

Kate said...

You did it! I am so glad it is done cant wait for you to come home and i know four little ones that love their mommy so much!!