Maddy will start the second of five phases of her treatment called "Consolidation" tomorrow morning. We went to the clinic today to talk to the doctors. Her Minimal Residual Disease (MRD) came back negative (< .1% leukemia cells) which is what we were praying for. This means that Maddy is officially in remission and now we are going for the cure. We learned more about clinical trials. We gave consent for Maddy to be a part of a clinical trial which put her name into a computer that randomized her treatment. Basically there are two types of consolidation treatment. They randomly choose patients to receive one of the two treatments- one being more intense than the other. Maddy was randomized into the less intense treatment. She will be in this phase for a month. Once we get through the next month and if all goes well, the rest of the treatment will take two years. Mark your calendars for January 14, 2012. The Lamberts will be having a BIG party!!!
We are now praying that Maddy does not have an early relapse and that she continues to respond well to treatment.
The last few days have been wonderful. We have seen glimpses of the "real" Maddy- playing, picking out outfits, primping in the mirror... It again reminded us that we need to cherish each day!
Well, I guess that is enough for now. We'll leave you with a joke that Maddy wanted to post:
What did the Teddy Bear say when he was offered dessert?
No thanks, I'm stuffed.
(Thanks to the Oyers for sharing their joke book!)
What wonderful news! I pray that Maddy responds well to the new treatment and that she stays in REMISSION! I will be looking forward to the day you post CURED!! :)! I am glad Maddy is feeling more like herself! Our prayers continue to be with the whole Lambert family!
ReplyDeleteDear Dorothy and Russ,
ReplyDeleteYeah for the remission! That is good news and phase 1 has been a success. The many, many prayers of your family, friends and the whole community are being heard and answered. We know God is there every single step of the way! GOD IS GOOD ALL THE TIME, ALL THE TIME GOD IS GOOD!
Please put me on the guest list because I want to help you celebrate on January 14, 2012! What a party that will be! No matter what I am doing I will not miss it!
Oh I am so sure that the party seems so far away but take one day at a time. The days, weeks, months and even the 2 years will pass! I promise I will not stop praying!!!!! I will do anything I can to help Maddy or any of you! All you need to do is ask!
Lots of Love and Prayers and Hugs, Cindy
Dear Maddy,
Guess what ---- NO Homework, except W.E.B. Reading Logs until January! Enjoy the break!
Here's a fun Christmas joke:
What goes "oh, oh, oh??
Answer: Santa walking backwards!
I'm praying for you every single day!
Love, Miss Heckel
Good Luck today Maddy! Make sure mom and dad stop somewhere to get you something "special" to eat on the way home. You are always in our hearts, our thoughts, and our prayers. Every day that I get home from work, my daughter Morgan, tells me that it is her turn to wear the Maddy Bracelet now.
ReplyDeleteGreat big HUGS to you, your sister, and your parents!
One more week until Santa comes, do you think you are his naughty or nice list?
Mrs. Sorosiak
Another December miracle...just like the teddy bear, I am "stuffed" with thankfulness and JOY over the news! I so appreciate the blog and keeping updated on the family. Blessings and prayers will continue and continue and continue on your behalf!
ReplyDeleteNancy Rupp
Miss Heckel tells the best jokes!!! Praying for the Lamberts today!
ReplyDeleteMaddy, So glad to hear your news. Our prayers are being answered each day.
ReplyDeleteI have a little joke for you.
Which reindeer have the shortest legs?
The smallest ones!
Love and kisses Grandma L
Yay!!! This is the Best News!! Congratulations Lamberts - go celebrate!!
ReplyDeleteParker wants me to tell you a joke: Which Christmas Carol do monkeys like most?
...jungle bells, jungle bells, jungle all the way!
Warmly,
The Von Deylen's
Hooray!!!! What a wonderful Christmas blessing!
ReplyDeleteQ: Why does Santa like to work in the garden?
A: Because he likes to HOE HOE HOE!!
Love,
The Walkers
OK, really, MRS. REICHERT says! :)!!! It was so cool to see you on Skype today, Maddy! I think you look great!!!! I bet you love working with your friends at school!!! I think I remember reading that you got a joke book. I bet you crack up your family with those jokes! erin loves to tell jokes, too! I pray for you ALL the time!
ReplyDeleteMrs. Reichert
Hey Russ & Dorothy- still praying for you guys and your precious Maddy...so happy to hear Maddy is officially in remission now. :)
ReplyDelete...continuing to trust for complete healing..."I am the Lord, the God of all mankind. Is anything too hard for me?" Jeremiah 32:27
Love you guys- take care.
Amy
Hi Maddy!
ReplyDeleteYour mom just told me you were on skype for math class so I went in and sat at Mrs. Heckle's desk while she was teaching her lesson. You didn't even know I was watching you. You look so beautiful!!! It's so good to see your smiling face.
I do have to tell you, I think a couple kids were making excuses to come up to Mrs. Heckle's desk because when they got there, they would see you on her computer and start waving at the computer. They must not realize that you could only see them if they were in front of the video camera.
Now, you make sure your dad is keeping up with the math lessons too! Do not give him too many answers, he has to figure some of them out for himself or he will never learn!
Hugs to you!
Mrs. Sorosiak
Hi Maddy,
ReplyDeleteHooray!! This is the best news I have heard. What a wonderful Christmas Present. We will continue to pray for you and your family. Have a wonderful Christmas you deserve it!
Mary Waidelich
Maddy,
I am glad that we got to see you this morning on Skype. I can't wait for Christmas.
Here is a joke for you.
What is a silver bell's favorite song?
Silver Bells!
You get it like the song.
Love
Megan :)
Russ, Dorothy, Julia and Madison: Sorry I've not posted anything here. Still figuring this out
ReplyDeleteOK, that worked. Now I can say what I want without worry that it will not post. Wanted you to know that I am thinking and praying for you guys all the time. Glad to hear that you have one phase behind you. Love the date! Russ, It's your Aunt Bev's birthday!! That will make it easy for me to remember. If there's anything we can do all you have to do is say the word. Hoping that we get to see all of you soon! Love, Tub
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