Joy has learned that her exact type of mutation in her cells causes a fast-growing cancer. This means that she will most likely need to have a bone marrow transplant. Receiving a bone marrow transplants can be a very dangerous procedure, and Joy would require a match. Each of her siblings have a 25% chance of being a match, so all of her siblings have been tested and results are pending.
Joy has been feeling good these past few days, which is wonderful. Her first round of chemotherapy was quite successful; however, her cancerous cells have not been fully eliminated, so she will be starting a new round of chemotherapy and will be at the hospital a month longer. Please continue to keep Joy in your prayers.
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Joy,
You know I love you, girl! I'm sorry to hear about the extended hosptial stay but I'm sure you will beat this thing! How does one become a bone marrow donor? Is it possible for you to choose who gives marrow to you? I would love to be tested to see if I match. I'm sure there is a preliminary matching process and I'm guessing it starts with blood type. I would love to give my bone marrow to you. You've given so much to me over the years! Here's looking forward to our 20 year study abroad reunion trip!
Love,
Janey
Joy,
This morning we prayed that you, Ken, and the kids would have the strength to continue this ongoing challenge with love, hope and peace and without fear.
I've always admired your chutzpah and determination, I know both will serve you well at this time.
Add me to the list of people willing to be tested if none of your siblings match. I'd be happy to give you my marrow..then we'd be blood sisters!
Lots of love,
Steph
I would also be willing to be tested for a bone marrow match...Love you, Joy...thinking of you everyday. Hope to get to visit with you soon!!
Love,
Lori
Joyous--
I just wanted you to know that you are in my heart and prayers daily. Know that I would love to be tested for a bone marrow match. Just let me know what to do. You have always been such an example to me and someone that I've wanted to become just like. I'm so grateful for your strength and know that it will help you get through this. I love you--I would love to come see you as soon as you finish this next round of chemo. (Are movies and such in the category of flowers and food? If not, the study abroad group could supply you will some ways to pass the time.)
I love you!!
Andrea
Joy, Heather and I check this site often. You are in our prayers. You've always been such a generous individual and it is so wonderful to see your influence on other's lives as we read through these comments. You have such a great family to keep us all up to date with your latest news. I'm confident that you'll come through this. Stay strong, stay positive, stay who you are. Remember the Lord won't give us more than we can handle.
My friend, Sanjeev from India called and wanted to speak with you about your days at IBM. I told him the situation and he sends his well wishes (wink wink). May God Bless you and Ken and Happy Anniversary!
The Larsens (Heather and Vaughn Curtis)
Joy,
I just wanted you to know that you and Ken and your darling family are in my thoughts and prayers continually. I love you and continue to hope and pray for the best!
Love,
Jamie
"Faith is daring the soul to go beyond what the eyes can see." - Anonymous
You are in our prayers and we are very optimistic that one day soon, you will be back to feeling well.
Joy and Ken,
We continue to pray for you, your children, and the medical professionals working with you. We have so much love for you!!
Love,
Arian and Jill Lewis
Joy,
I hope you feel better. I want to go to Lagoon again with Olivia and Joshua and you, we will have fun. Joshua and I won some toys when we were there last nigh.
Love,
Sam Rip
Joy and Ken,
We are all behind you in prayer and fasting. We hope that when you feel tired you remember that we are here, rooting you on to continue forward with the fight. Love,
Sarah (O.) and Rick Rutherford
To Joy:
Are you feeling better? I hope you are. Maybe I can play with Joshua again soon. Me and my dad have been praying about you.
From Andrew Lee
Dear Joy,
We are so sorry to hear you have another month in the hospital! You and Ken and the Kids will continually be in our thoughts and prayers! We love you!
Love, Tony and Hillary
Sister Joy,
Philippians 4:13 I don't believe truer words were ever spoken. Keep the faith.
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