Tuesday the 27th of November

Mom received treatment number 9 today. All of the blood work looked good and mom's visit with Dr. White was very reassuring. Her weight was up a few ounces. Mom now weighs in at a whopping 96+ pounds. All went well today and treatment number 10 is scheduled for next Tuesday.

On another note: The Deacon board at GEFC has asked the church (friends are welcome to join in) to fast and pray for mom's health tomorrow the 28th. The church will be open from 6:30-8:30 in room 107 for anyone who would like to pray at the church.

Monday the 26th of November

Tomorrow at 12:45 mom goes for her 9th Gemsar treatment. Please pray that mom's blood counts and weight will enable her to receive this treatment. Also pray that the treatment will continue to destroy the cancer cells in mom's body. The family spent a wonderful weekend together up in the Poconos. Much fun was had by all. Thank you for your continued support and prayers.

December 9th there will be a contemporary/secular awesome benefit concert for mom at the Lazy Dog Coffee House. (www.lazydogcoffeehouse.com) The concert will be from 6-9 pm. There will be a cover charge at the door and 100% of it will go to mom's medical costs.

Tuesday the 20th of November

Today mom received treatment number 8. All of her labs came back great, but her weight continues to be a concern. Mom has lost a few pounds and may need to make some dietary adjustments. Please continue to pray for mom as her body uses these drugs to battle the cancer. Thank you all for your continued support.

Monday the 19th of November

Mom goes to Geisinger for her 8th treatment tomorrow. Lab tests are at 10:45, followed by the office visit at 11:30 and treatment at 12:30. Please pray that mom will be able to get her treatment tomorrow and that the treatment will attack the cancer in mom's body. Thank you all for your continued prayers and support.

Don't forget to get dinner at Friendly's in Pottsville. Details are in the side column.

Wednesday the 14th of November

Today is Lynne Ott's Birthday. The birthday girl turned 57 years young today. To start her birthday celebration mom was treated to a (very long overdue) pedicure by a friend. She is relaxing at home at least until Grammy, Poppy and Aunt Sandy get up from Philly. Tonight we are having a family celebration and tons of fun. Wish her a Happy B-Day and continue to keep her in your prayers. Thank you all for all of your love and support.

Friday the 9th of November

Mom received treatment number 7 today. Her blood counts were good and she weighed 99 pounds (a small increase from last weak.) It was a long trip to Geisinger today but we did get to see the first snow flakes of the year. Mom will continue treatment as planned with a slight variation in the scheduling. Mom's next Gemsar treatment will be in two Tuesdays.

As a side note mom now has an AOL IM (instant messenger) account. Her handle is SuperChicknLynne so all of you IM people out there can add her to your buddy list.

Thanks for your continued support and prayers.

Thursday the 8th of November

Wow, it has been almost two months since mom was diagnosed with advanced pancreatic cancer. Mom has been handling the treatments well and is in less pain than this summer, so we have a lot to be thankful for. We are also thankful for all of you. Your outpouring of love and support has been incredible.

Here is someone special that we are also so thankful for...
I wanted to take a moment and introduce you to our new friend. Her name is Vicky (aka from blog comments: Vicky D). Vicky received the same diagnosis as mom this past spring. To date she is 20 treatments into getting better and is doing great. It has been a great joy to have been encouraged by her story and emails as she is winning the battle against pancreatic cancer! Please pray for Vicky, she has become so important to us.

Mom's goes for treatment number 7 this week. Her laboratory tests are scheduled for 1:15, followed by an office visit at 2:00 and if all of her blood levels are sufficient she will receive her Gemsar treatment at 2:30. Please continue to pray for mom's blood levels, weight and treatment.

Friday the 2nd of November

Mom was able to receive her chemotherapy treatment today. All of her blood counts were up! Her weight has dropped a little, this could be from the chemotherapy, the cancer, the diet or because she eats like a mouse and doesn't know where the stove is.

Three shots to maintain her white blood cell count will continue through this week. Dr. White has been encouraged by mom's ability to continue on the seven week straight plan. Please pray for the upcoming cat-scan test which will be conducted in the near future and the upcoming 7th treatment. Thank you all for your love and supprt. We love you all.

Friday the 2nd of November

Today Mom will go to Geisinger for her 6th chemotherapy treatment. Mom will meet with Dr. White who will explain the chemotherapy treatment plan for the next few weeks. If all goes well and mom's blood levels are okay, then mom will receive her 6th dose of Gemsar. Please pray that mom will be able to receive this treatment and that the treatment would kill the cancer.