Brett was released from Univ. Texas - Southwestern Hospital on Friday after being diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma. He also received a bone marrow biopsy to find out the involvement of the disease.
Later that evening, Brett met with the priesthood official here (we call them Stake President) and was officially released as a full-time missionary - but with the provision he can go back when, and if, he can.
I am sooooo overwhelmed (in a good way) of the messages, prayers, tears, and well-wishes... such genuine love and compassion. Such beautiful friends near and far - and people I've never met, I feel love pouring in. I've been sharing everything with Brett and he's catching up with everything!
On Saturday and Sunday, he was able to go see people - visit his ward (congregation) at the Pioneer Ward (spanish ward in Grand Prairie) and say goodbye to members and missionaries.
On Sunday evening he received a special blessing from President Taylor (Brett's Mission President) and it was (from what I hear) powerful!
On Monday morning - he said final goodbyes and flew home to Wisconsin. We hugged and laughed and even joked about cancer. We ate at (irony coming).... Texas Roadhouse. We had serious discussions - but we know we are optimistic and we also are well-aware we have a rough few months ahead!!
Later that evening, Brett met with the priesthood official here (we call them Stake President) and was officially released as a full-time missionary - but with the provision he can go back when, and if, he can.
I am sooooo overwhelmed (in a good way) of the messages, prayers, tears, and well-wishes... such genuine love and compassion. Such beautiful friends near and far - and people I've never met, I feel love pouring in. I've been sharing everything with Brett and he's catching up with everything!
Tuesday, Brett had his first PET scan while Aunt Lisa and I waited in the waiting room. We should find out the results later today and find out the stage of the disease. We know it's serious.
Brett has lost a lot of weight, weighing only 149 at about 6'2"... We figure he's lost about 20 pounds in the last 2 months? (Although I'm a little jealous of that part.. haha).
After the PET scan - we decided to fatten him up:
We're in great spirits, actually. We have heard from people that know how serious it is (his physicians in Texas) that they still expect a full recovery.
This blog will continue to chronicle this journey. So many people love Brett and want to keep up on his progress. We're hoping to post at least weekly!
The feelings right now are through the roof happy!! I know that sounds odd but the news from the doctors is amazing! There has been so many prayers and people putting his name in temples the blessings are already happening......
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