Please join us to celebrate Corrinne!

Corrinne and Carol are spending their days in their own space in the lower level of Randy and Angie's house.  They have their own kitchen and bathroom as well as an outdoor area where they are able to get some fresh air and enjoy the view of the property.  They sneak snacks to Angie's dog Daisy more often than they probably should, but Daisy is certainly enjoying it!  

On Monday October 6th, Corrinne began her journey with an oral version of chemotherapy with the hopes of controlling the cancer that has been detected in both the liver and surrounding lymph nodes. Imaging detected a blood clot in her lungs which is being treated with blood thinners  Carol cares for her and checks her vitals everyday.  We are blessed that Carol is able to be here with us and that Corrinne's health has been doing amazingly well! 

UPDATE 10/31/25

Corrinne is currently in her second round of chemotherapy and is feeling some of the side effects commonly experienced by those on a similar journey.  Despite her not feeling as strong as she had been before she began her chemotherapy, she has an "attitude of gratitude" as well as the ability to maintain her spunky sense of humor.  Even though her and Carol love their candy, she is cutting back on the sweet stuff and eating lots of salads and protein shakes. 

Update 11/28/25

After her first round of chemotherapy, the PET scan showed growh of the mass in her liver, but no spead to any other areas.  There was some concern that there might be a lesion in her brain, but a follow-up MRI brought us the great news that her brain is not affected by a spread of the tumor.  Her liver function and other tests show that she is doing pretty darn well under the circumstances.  Her doctors all say that she is an excellent patient with a wonderful attitude, a strong faith and will to live her life to the fullest.

Update 12/30/25

The hustle and bustle of the Christmas season is coming to a close and even though we miss Carol while she is spending time in Marble Hill with her family, we have had plenty of good food, great company and family time.

(see pictures below!)

Corrinne is continuing her chemotherapy will just a few side effects.  Based on the test results, her vital signs and other testing discussed during her appointment today, her oncologist has recommended that she continue her chemotherapy with a slightly modified treatment protocol. She is schdeuled for a new CT scan in late January to allow her medical team to help guide her treatment decisions.

Update 12/31/25

We are happy to close out this year with some much needed and eargly anticipated good news.  Corrinne's CA-19-9 blood test results were sent to us this morning and they indicate that her levels have dropped by almost half within the past month.  Even though the results are not conclusive, our hope is that it indicates that all of her hard work, wealthy living, great attitude and constant prayers in conjunction with her chemotherapy have been working.  With things going in the right direction, we are so grateful to be heading into a new year with renewed hope and faith.  

Thank you for your thoughts and prayers. Keep them coming!!