Here it is

Welp, here is the newest news. I have no easy or light words to say this, so I will explain what is going on the best way that I can. I will be blunt. This isn't easy to hear or easy to say, so this is a warning. I had an MRI on my brain yesterday because of some headaches and vision issues. The MRI came back that I have four tumors on my brain. The largest one is on my right side in the back and is about 2cm. This will have to be removed with an operation. The others are near the top of my brain, one sits on the part that is in charge of motor skills and the other on part that is in charge of sensation. I don't remember what the fourth tumor is about. The treatment will be...Surgery on my largest one. As of right now, worst case scenario will be that I will lose my vision, but that is unlikely. Losing part of my vision is very likely though. After surgery, the rest of the tumors will be zapped with radiation. This will take a couple of visits to UofM, and I am not sure how it is going to work. The prognosis.... Nobody can put a time on our life! Yes according to text books, it doesn't look good, but it is all in God's hands and His will determines the prognosis. I am thinking that we will be fine after this is done. Another long road, but it will only make me stronger. I understand sadness and stuff at this point, it isn't exactly good news, but it is what it is. The cookie has crumbled and now we just have to pick up the pieces (or search for the chocolate chips). Doctors at UofM seem to be pretty upbeat and easy going about this process so that gives a little hope. If you have any questions, please don't be afraid to ask. I like sharing my story with other people. I couldn't ask for better friends or family at this time. Thank you so much for your love and support. All of you have been special to me and you are all great in different aspects of my life! Thanks again! And please don't be afraid to send and email or anything if you have questions or comments. If you didn't subscribe to my blog, my email is hbshannon@msn.com Love you all! Heather Shannon