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Over the past week, Audrey has been been healing well and has been able to continue to do the things she loves. She celebrated her 6th birthday this past Saturday! Also, we were thrilled to be able to go to church this past weekend as a family, which was very nice.

This morning after reaching out to Audrey's oncologist, we were able to discuss the pathology report, via email. While the results are not entirely negative or positive, we are continuing to pray and think about the next steps in this journey.

The ability to remove the tumor was a big step in the right direction, however the margins were not excellent. The oncologist said the pathology report showed the tumor had a partial response. 

There are additional chemotherapy regimens to explore and it is likely Audrey will need proton radiation in the future. We just want to do what is best for Audrey both for her best chance of survival, but at the same time allow her to live the best and healthiest life she can (with all things considered) these decisions are heavy and difficult and she has been through so much.

The best we can do is pray, seek God's truth and know that God is good and He is able. Even when things don't go the way we want, we know God's plans are good and bear fruit.

Please pray over these decisions.
John 15

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