Results

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I finally heard from Dr. W's office this morning, and my CA125 is resting comfortably at 14.1, down from 17 in December and 19 in January. Let's all breathe a sigh of relief and enjoy life until I go back March 21 for the next test.

As is usual after waiting for test results, I find myself so tired. Based on the way my body and mind feel, waiting must be terribly hard work. I think I will take advantage of the quiet house on this cold rainy day and find time to maybe take a nap!

Thanks for all the prayers, friends.


Comments

Renee T. said…
So very happy for you!!! Have a wonderful day and take a nice relaxing nap :)
9:10 AM
Julie said…
So happy for you, enjoy that nap!
9:12 AM
Melissa said…
Tears of joy and relief for you! Enjoy your day! :)
9:26 AM
Christine @ 12,450miles said…
WHOOOHOOOO!!!! I'm so happy for you!!!!
9:42 AM
Rach@In His Hands said…
Thank you, Jesus, for good news!! Waiting is so terribly hard, I'm sure. You deserve a long nap and a treat, friend!
9:42 AM
Cheryl said…
Wonderful news..So happy for another good blood test. Hang in there and have a great day. You deserve it.
9:42 AM
Amanda said…
rejoicing with you over your good news!! Enjoy your nap and the rest of your day!!
9:43 AM
Alex said…
So happy for good news! Yes, go and take a well deserved nap! ;)
9:56 AM
One of Nettie's Girls said…
Great news! Have an "it's all about me" day!
10:02 AM
Karen said…
Sooooo happy for you. Waiting IS hard work. You absolutely deserve a nap. And ice cream.
10:27 AM
KrisJ said…
SO happy to hear its good news! I think we all hold our breath with you during these day, we love you so much, you are an amazing person!
11:45 AM
Sarah Taylor said…
Yea!!! That's great news!!!! So happy for you and your family!
12:00 PM
Ally @ Even Miracles said…
So happy for your news! Rest :)
12:19 PM
Anonymous said…
I feel so happy for you that you can go and take a nap with peace of mind. Thankful for the great news!
12:52 PM
Amy said…
Yes, Yes, Yes!! Thank you, Lord! Enjoy your nap and eat a big bowl of ice cream as a snack when you get up!!! :)
1:49 PM
Jenny Sue said…
That is fantastic news!
1:53 PM
Vicky said…
Praise God! Rest and relax- its true- the waiting is like a job and its a relief when we get taken out of wait mode.
2:02 PM
X said…
Awesome news! Thrilled to hear. Yes waiting is exhausting. Keep resting and do enjoy ice cream with the family :) yippeeeee
6:27 PM
Joanna B said…
I'm glad for you! That is good news, and I can imagine the tension buildup must be completely exhausting. Happy Friday, have a good weekend!
5:08 PM
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