Rob and Erin left the motel this morning at 9:30 for Stanford so Erin could check in and have the embolizations and balloon test in her carotid artery done. The doctor had another patient before her which ended up taking most of the day. Poor Erin couldn't eat anythig since midnight. They had a harpist play for her to relax her which she liked very much. Finally tonight they did the balloon test and she passed. Thank goodness! This means that the tumor has not invaded that artery or has at least not invaded it enough to cut it off. They decided against embolizing the tumor. It was just too risky for her. They said the tumor is so big and there are so many little veins it could have killed her doing the procedure. Because of the lateness of her procedure no one was able to see her tonight but Rob. We are not sure about tomorrow morning either.
Rob came back to the motel going on 10 tonight to get some things so he could spend the night at the hospital with Erin. Grammy and Grandpa took special care of Steven and Mackenzie all day at the motel. Steven did a lot of swimming throughout the day which he loved! Mackenzie has been very good, but it was apparent this evening that she missed her Mommy and was looking around for her. After dinner and the kids were asleep, Ron, Deb, David and I sat outside by the pool since it was cooler than our rooms. We left the door open to their room which is right by the pool and Deb abd Ron checked on the kids often while they slept. It was nice having each other's company. It has not been easy waiting to hear something and get answers from the doctors. As far as we know the surgery is still at 8 AM tomorrow morning. I will keep you updated as we hear things.
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Dear Ones, Waiting is always so hard for those who must do so. That you have one another for comfort should make it somewhat easier...as you note, Diane. Though Erin had to wait so long, it had to be relief that she would not have at least one of the precedures; those docs are thinking well. All of you and especially, Erin, of course, are in my thoughts and prayers today (Wednesday). Let's keep Erin safely tucked in God's pocket with His sure hands guiding the surgeons. Love, Vaden
Thanks for the update!!!
Even my 6 yo baby misses his Mom when it is time to go to bed and I am not there.
I hope the surgery went well!
I am very happy and relieved to hear that Erin’s surgery went so well. Please give her my best wishes for a speedy recovery.
All the best,
Todd Olsen
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