We just spoke to the neurosurgeon, Dr. Handler. He said everything went fine. It is a big tumor with the consistency of a meatball. It has wrapped around the brain stem and has twisted it. From his observation, he thinks it is a jpa tumor and should respond to prolonged low dose chemo treatments. The Pediatric Surgeon is putting in the mediport now and he should be done with in an hour or so. We all have taken a deep breath and thanked God for getting us to this point. God Bless you all.
Gwendolyn
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I randomly found your blog...it is amazing.
My thoughts are with you all. I've had a brush with brain tumors in my family. Your strength with help you through.
Blessings,
Anna
Gwen and Steve,
We are so relieved to hear the update. We have been thinking about you all day long and we too are taking a deep breath and sending all of you a big hug.
Love,
Mitzi, Woody and Gigi
You have been in my thoghts and prayers. I am sending you so much love. Take care of yourselves. You are strong, amazing people.
Jackie
I am so pleased to hear things are well so far. You all continue to be in my thoughts. Please call if you need anything, if family needs a place to stay, etc. Love from Susan, Emma, Mitchell and Jevin
So glad to hear that the surgery went well. We are all sending hugs and good thoughts your way! We will now pray for a speedy recovery from surgery. Let us know what we can do...
Gwen and Steve,
We were so relieved to see your posting - we've been thinking about you and your family constantly. We will continue to say lots of prayers!
Sending you warm thoughts,
Alison, Eric and Owen Corrigan
Please remember that we're here for whatever you need.
awadle@perkinscoie.com
We're thrilled to hear everything went okay yesterday. You were in our thoughts all day. We are thankful for your updates and continue to be here for anything you need.
Hugs, Chantell, Matt, Veda & Riley
You were on our minds all yesterday (and will continue to be). We are happy to know that Alex did well in the surgery, and we hope you get to take him home soon. Your strength is amazing!
Lots of Hugs from Karlyn, Srikant, Vikram, Ashok and Monisha.
Gwen and Steve,
Our thoughts were with you all day yesterday, and will continue to be as you wait for the results to come back.
I hope that things continue to go as expected (or better) and that Alex bounces back quickly from yesterday's ordeal.
Give each other lots of hugs. It seems to help on this end.
Scott, Suzan, Mattie and MitchGumby
Gwen and family --
We thought of you often yesterday and we were so glad to read the post that the surgery went well. We are sending our thoughts and love to Alex.
The Blues
Gwen and Steve,
I also found your blog by random chance. I just wanted to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. I was glad to hear that the surgery went well. Please do not hesitate to call if you need anything. I would love to help out in any way that I can. I would be more than happy to watch Zoe as I am home during the day. Continue to be strong.
Courtney and Steven Burns (your new across the street neighbors)
303-949-3744
courtneypburns@yahoo.com
We are so happy things went well with surgery! Samantha and Aidan were very concerned about Alex yesterday and I tried to explain what was happening for him to them. They expressed wanting to make a special project to lift his spirits! I would like to know if at any point they will allow visitors or just family. If there is anything like pictures of friends or an activity that would help take his mind off of things for even a moment we'd be happy to deliver anything that comes to mind!
Love and Hugs,
Tina & Gregg, Samantha and Aidan
I thought of you all day yesterday. So relieved to hear that the surgery went well. I hope that Alex doesn't experience too much discomfort. And, I also hope that you and Steve are able to find continued strength. Thanks for the updates.
Tracey (Malcolm's mom)
Gwendolyn, Steve, Alex, and Zoe,
My heart was so heavy all day yesterday thinking of what was happening at the hospital, and i'm so relieved to hear that the surgery went well. Thank you so much for having me over at lakeside. It was so wonderful to watch Alex enjoying time being with his friends. I know that recovery will be a long road for your family, phisically and mentally, and I will continue to send positive thoughts, strength, and love your way.
Me ke aloha pumehana E malama pono nui loa Aloha a hui hou...
(with warmth and love, may you take care, until we meet again)
-Rachel @ MAC
Thanks for the update today. Melinda, Madie and I are thinking about you and praying for the best for Alex.
All our love,
The Steadman Family
Hi! Just want to say what a nice site. Bye, see you soon.
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