More Tests

We were going to wait until we had an exact diagnosis to post anything new, but test results keep coming up inconclusive. We do know that Eric has lymphoma (cancer of the lymph system). There are many classifications of lymphoma and we do not know which one he has or what stage he is in. He has had 2 biopsies and multiple tests that have not told us anything about how sick he really is. He goes in tomorrow morning for a surgical biopsy to take a portion of a lymph node out for testing, so hopefully the third time will be the charm. He is been so strong through all of these tests, even though they have all been awful. He will start chemo just as soon as we have a diagnosis, he even has a portacath inserted into his chest already for direct access to his veins. We are both anxious about all the unknowns, but we feel an inner peace that tells us that he will be able to fight this. I have been very calm this last week and I know it's because of all your prayers. Thank you and please continue them on our behalf. As much as I would like to talk to all of you, I would appreciate it if you would hold off calling for the time being. Much of our days are spent at the hospital and when we aren't there, we are trying to be as normal as possible for our kids and I don't want to be on the phone constantly. I also don't want Mason overhearing my conversations about Eric. Thank you so much. We love you all!