Jayson had an MRI done on his left calf this past Friday morning, April 5th. The same day around noon, a bone marrow biopsy was done to check if the cancer is in his bone marrow again. The surgery took less than 30 minutes, but I had to wait until he woke up from the anesthesia before he could be discharged. After this surgery, he then had a CT Scan of his head to make sure the cancer hasn't spread to his brain. One of his doctor said that the results of the biopsy and CT Scan should come out by Tuesday.
On Wednesday, April 10th, Jayson has a follow-up appointment with his surgeon to check and see if the biopsy incision done on March 29th on his right upper back is healing properly. Hopefully, we'll also be able to talk to his oncologist to see if they have decided on a treatment plan. There's a lot of uncertainty at this time and we're both anxious and nervous to find out the results of his last tests. We will just continue to pray and hope that Jayson's test results will be negative. Please pray with us.
We also wanted to share that this past Wednesday, April 3rd, our family met with two representatives from the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The goal of this foundation is to try to grant wishes of children who are dealing with life-threatening illness. I, personally, remember seeing stories on the news about this foundation and some of the wishes that have been granted to kids in the past. Never thinking that one day a child of mine would be one of those kids.
During this first meeting, the representatives talked about the foundation. They explained the type of wishes Jayson can ask for and gave examples of creative wishes that have been granted to others in the past. They also got to know Jayson and our family. They asked Jayson about some of his favorite things, i.e. food, color, hobbies, etc. When asked what he enjoyed doing, it was his younger sister, Keilani, who answered: "playing video game, going on the computer, playing guitar and sleeping" and Jayson just smiled and agreed. Keilani knew her brother so well.
Since Jayson didn't know what to wish for, he asked for one month to come up with his wish. Jayson is a very simple teen who doesn't ask for much, so coming up with a wish is tough for him. The representatives encouraged him to think BIG and be creative. His brother and sisters are helping him brainstorm some possible ideas - going on a Disney cruise, seeing how video games are developed & shopping spree. Unfortunately, Keilani's idea of meeting One Direction, will probably not be Jayson's wish. The representative will be back in a month to meet with us once again to see if Jayson has decided on a wish. This is definitely one thing he can look forward to as he most likely begins treatment.
Earlier this evening he announced on his facebook that the cancer has returned. Many have already offered their prayers and support. He is aware that there are many people who are thinking and praying for him.
He is staying positive and continues with life despite this setback. He spent this weekend attending his youth group meeting and a music ministry event. He has finals tomorrow and Tuesday, then begins a new quarter on Wednesday. However, he will most likely return as a home-hospital student when treatment begins. He's taking it all in stride and has faith that God is with him always.
Thank you and God bless you all.
Jessie Adams.
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