Day After Biopsy

I talked to Audrey this morning, and she had a good report of Jessie. She said that Jessie had slept well last night, but was still pretty tired this morning. She had eaten breakfast, and was in good spirits. They were waiting to get discharged to go to the hotel and still hoping to come back to Archbold on Thursday. As of now, they are planning on returning to Cleveland on September 19th just for her follow-up from the surgery. They will probably not get her results back from her biopsy that day yet, but I think we can pray that these results will move along quickly.

"He is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all we ask or think" (Eph. 3:20)

Biopsy Completed

After a few delays, Jessie has come through her biopsy fine. Dr Barnett was successful in this procedure with steady hands. Praise the Lord! Now, unfortunately the waiting game begins. Jessie will not get her results from the biopsy for at least 10 days; possibly 3 weeks. They have postponed her September 20th surgery until her results come back. If everything continues to go well, they will be able to come home on Thursday as planned.

Luke spent the day with Jamie Woolace today. She said they had a great day, going to the library and grocery store-then taking a three hour nap. Mike's mom Lisa is staying with Luke so life can be as "normal" as possible. Pray for the family- even extended family. This has been an emotional time and I'm sure they are all grateful for your prayers.

Mike said "Jessie was a trooper today". So many of you have called her an inspiration. She truly has inspired us, hasn't she?

Biopsy

Jessie's biopsy has been scheduled for today at 2:00 pm. The surgery will last for 2-3 hours and then she will be in recovery for 2-3 hours. When I hear how she came through, I will post an update. It may be morning before I can get a full report. Until then, we will all keep praying and please remember to pray for Mike and Audrey as well. This will be a long day for everyone.

Many people have shown interest in bringing meals to the family when they come home. We are just asking you to call out to Studio 66. We are keeping an organized schedule for them .

Studio 66 445-9100

If any one has questions, you can e-mail me.
janelreeder@earthlink.net

Prayer Service for Jessie

I just talked to Jessie. Mike, Jessie, and Audrey, are leaving for Cleveland in a few minutes. She is in high spirits and is very optimistic, but very thankful for all the prayers.

We at Studio 66 are inviting, all that want to attend, out to the salon for a prayer service in honor of Jessie. We are all meeting Monday night at 8:15pm. Please feel welcome and if you have any questions, you may call the Studio.

Studio 66
6790 State Hwy. 66
Archbold, OH 43502
(419) 445-9100

Kim Parsley- Michelle Short- Paula Moore- Linda Rupp- Jamie Woolace- Janel Reeder

Jessie's Message to All of you

Hello!! Jessie here again. I just wrote a really nice long comment, then lost it so this one may be on the shorter side. Tomorrow starts our week at Cleveland Hosp. I'm feeling good about everything, I'm sure there will be tough times ahead, but thanks to all the support we've had and faith in God, we're going to get through this and I'm going to be fine! I want to make sure that everyone who has called or stopped by and we've either not been home or what ever, please know that we appreciate everything!! Our time with Luke has been limited so we are trying to make the most of it! If we have not returned your call, please know it does not go unnoticed, but instead it lifts us up and puts a smile on our face and keeps us strong!! I hope someday someway I will be able to return all of the awesome generosity we have been receiving! We will be in touch and I'm sure Janel will be keeping you informed. Thanks again Janel!!!!!! Keep up the prayers, they are going to work!!!
Love, Jess and the boys!

A Beautiful Family

Jessie- we are all still praying.

Cleveland Clinic

Well, if you are viewing this blog, then you know about Jessie's diagnosis. Jessie, Mike, and Audrey traveled Thursday to the Cleveland Clinic. They met with Dr. Barnett, a neurosurgeon, who specializes in brain tumors. He is 90% sure that Jessie does have a brain tumor. He has scheduled a biopsy to be done Tuesday, September 11th. The biopsy will determine if the tumor is malignant or not, or if they even need to do surgery. Some tumors do not require surgery, however Dr. Barnett is 80% sure she will require surgery. They went ahead and scheduled a surgery date of Thursday, September 20th to remove the tumor. So for now, Jessie and her family are able to enjoy the Fulton County Fair , and they will plan on attending her cousin Lindsay's wedding on the 8th. (Jessie is a bridesmaid and Luke is the ring bearer.) These were two events that Jessie was hoping to enjoy, and we're thankful she will.