We got the very best news that parents' of a child with leukemia could get today...Everett is in remission after only one round of treatment! The doctor called this afternoon to give us the news--she said there was no trace of leukemia in his bone marrow biopsy. We are relieved and so thankful to our amazing God. We know that this is just one of his many miracles. We want to say a special thank you to everyone who has been praying for Everett. Our prayers have been answered.
Everett will continue with his treatment schedule as planned to ensure that his leukemia stays in remission and to reduce the risk of relapse. The good news is that we know that the medicines are working as they should, and we don't have to live with the constant fear that maybe his cancer won't respond to treatment.
Everett and I will be heading back to Childrens Monday morning for his first round of arsenic (if all goes as planned anyway). We are hopeful that this round of treatment will go as smoothly as his first and will continue to keep everyone posted on his progress.
We ask that you keep our family and Everett in your prayers. He has a long way to go until he is considered "cured" and as we have found out, anything can happen.
WOW!!!!! What cause for praise!!!! Rejoicing with you guys (and tearing up!) - what an amazing God we have :)
ReplyDelete-Nicole A
Incredible!!! Best news I heard. Ryan wants to see another picture of Everett... If you have one to share we'd love to see it :)
ReplyDeleteJen y
Tears are flowing here in Pennsburg! We do have an amazing God! Love, Todd and Jayne Frank
ReplyDeleteVal and John, We are so happy and relieved for you both and your families. You will stay in my prayers and thoughts. All I can say is Thank God:)
ReplyDeleteSally and Gene
We have been praying for Everett & you, we will continue to do so. So glad to hear the good news!There are so many people praying for him.
ReplyDeleteMary Ann & Art Trumbauer
You family has been in my prayers and will continue to be! What an amazing blessing! WoW completely amazing! Bless your family!
ReplyDeleteShawn
See all of those thousands of prayers really work,thank goodness!! Every prayer helps and you all are so very blessed that Everett is receiving so many prayers, God will protect sweet little Everett So everyone keep praying Lots Of Love xoxo Everett you are such a strong little man, We love you very much!!!!!
ReplyDeleteOh Val that is just so wonderful. I am praying for you guys continually and hope that all continues to go in a positive direction.
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Tina Miller Flick