Year-In Review

So here we are, coming to the end of this crazy and insane year. I haven't updated in awhile because things have pretty much plateaued. Chad still gets bad cramps (past week or so has been really bad), his belly still bloats and today he discovered a bump or something on his belly. I couldn't see anything but then I don't study his stomach anymore and wouldn't notice the imperfections. He said it looked like it had gone down a bit when he showed me so who knows.

He had his CT Scan, everything looked good. Blood results came back as well and they also looked good. As you know, his colonoscopy looked good. Still waiting on the endoscopy appointment date.

I've been doing a lot of reflecting these past couple weeks and despite all the hardships and difficult times. Despite his never-ending recovery which I know torments Chad both physically, mentally and emotionally - I still need to thank God every single day for somehow orchestrating the events to fall how they did. Dr. Sardi could've seen anything when he opened my husband up but thankfully we got our best case scenario in a very bad situation.

To all of you out there who have checked in and asked how Chad was doing, for those who have supported us throughout this crazy ride, for those who have showed love and warmth and compassion - Please know you changed our lives this year. You brought light when we were at our darkest and you provided strength when we were at our weakest and you lifted us up when we were at our lowest.

I realize this journey will be a life-time marathon and we're still just getting started. It's just important for us that everyone out there knows how much of an impact you have had on our lives and you will be forever imprinted on our hearts.

From our family to yours - have a VERY safe, happy and healthy holiday season!

Merry Christmas!