Cameron was diagnosed with Medulloblastoma in Febuary of 2008. After his tumor resection surgery, he underwent six weeks of radiation therapy and four months of chemotherapy. After these treatments, we went back into our "normal" lives and Cameron progressed well getting back into school and the day-to-day of being a little boy.



However, a routine MRI on March 19, 2010 showed his cancer had returned. On November 9th, 2011, Cameron finally conquered his battle with cancer when he opened his eyes to the joys of heaven. Even in these dark days, we know God has richly blessed us by putting so many wonderful people in our path during this journey and we are so very thankful for them all.

Monday, February 7, 2011

Life is good!

It's so strange how tragedy can change your perspective on life. I don't know if I was one to complain prior to this journey with cancer...truthfully, I don't even remember life prior to Cam's cancer. But these days, I just don't find much to complain about. Every day of life is such a gift. In the midst of this crisis, I find myself surprisingly at peace. I am so grateful that EJ and I both have wonderful jobs that allow us to be flexible and spend time with Cameron. I feel so blessed that we have such amazing friends surrounding us and praying for us during this time. I am so thankful we have learned to let go of the little things in life that tend to drive most crazy. And most of all, I am just thankful beyond words that Cameron has been headache free for almost 7 weeks. Seeing him smile, play, giggle, and even fight with Connor is worth more than gold.

Strangely enough, I feel closer to Christ than I ever have in my life and yet I still find it exceedingly hard to get on my knees and pray. Yes, I know, that is a bizarre statement but as a mom, I want certain things and as a believer, I want to trust Christ. In this situation, those two desires may not match and therefore, its exceedingly hard to pray. But God, being God, has obviously poured out everything I need because I've never trusted Him more than I do at this moment. I feel His presence everywhere, in everything, and I know He is in control of this situation...every single aspect of it. So for now...life is good!

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

My family will be on our knees praying for you and your son! While we have been faced with brainstem JPA with our son Zachary, we know that prayer is the only way through this thing. Continue to live life to the fullest and cherish each moment. We will be here for you and will pray each day!

Love, hugs, and prayers!
Tracie Prichard
thpscp@chartertn.net

honeyash said...

wow LeAnne! you guys are all an inspiration to me.

Anonymous said...

I am in awe of your unwavering faith! We can ALL learn from your family's strength in living each and every minute to it's fullest!

Love & prayers,
Nicole Ridout