Not great news. Sammy's arm started to swell over the weekend. We spent the day at Dana Farber yesterday. Scan results showed tumors in both lungs and on the right arm.
So... the "good" news, as was expained to Sammy by her doctor, is that Sammy will not have any surgery. Her arm will not be amputated and her lungs will not be operated on. The "bad" news, obviously, is that the cancer is back. Her doctors at Dana Farber are taking the week to look into some medicinal options.
We'll be taking a mini vacation next week which the girls are looking forward to. We'll be camping "Rotman Style," (i.e., heated cabin, pool, kids program, electricity, etc.).
Thanks for checking in and for your ongoing support.
Shari and David
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Across the room - always!
Sammy and everyone - that just totally stinks! But they come up with the most amazing drugs so keep on fighting and show them you're stronger than any stupid disease. We love you all. Hallie Meyers and her family.
Dear Shari and Sammy,
I just happened to check your site today after not being here for many weeks - ugghhh... didn't like the news... Praying for wise doctors and good options - and a relaxing time at "Camp Rotman". If you need words of encouragement or a place to vent, I think you still have my email address.
with much prayer and great hope,
Tine, always Alec's mom (from the osteo list)
sup sammy can't wait to see you
oxoxoxo-emily lane
We think of you often !
NEVER GIVE UP! YOU ARE LOVED BY SO MANY OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL!
Sammy, you are a shining star that gives such light and joy into all our hearts.
You and your family are just the best and all of us, everywhere, love you!!!
Rotman style camping, eh? Sounds like my kind of camping! I'm writing to you in front of my campfire using the campground's wifi:)
Love to all of you:) You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Deb Gibbens
Sammy, Becca, Shari and David,
Sammy, you beat this monster before and I KNOW you'll beat it again. I hope that all of you always remember that there are so many people out there who think about you all of the time with love and best wishes. Love, Sue Peterson
Hello Sammy, Becca, Shari and David, Thank you for the wonderful dance that you posted...great job Sammy! Congratulations Becca on your newspaper article! I am thinking of you all and send love and prayers. Happy camping to you, Rottman style.
Julie Bassi
Alright,
Stink it does. The top of our prayer list you are on. Sam is wondering why I am writing like Yoda - perhaps too many video games I have played with the boys this summer! We'll check this site more often - see if we can be of any small assistance.
"Camping" and "Vacation" don't even come out in the same Neff sentence - you are a better woman than I!
Enjoy the time and know that you are all in our prayers.
Love,
The Neffs
Always here, thinking of you and your family. Love, Theresa and Angie
In our thoughts and prayers daily!
Just do it!
Love the Horners...
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