Repeat offender

We knew it would happen. With a multiple myeloma diagnosis, you live with it. Hope that it stays in remission.  Statistics show it usually reoccurs within five years.  She has been cancer free since 2012.  Her last visit with her oncologist for blood work showed her protein levels in her blood were elevated more than the time before.  After going through another bone biopsy, he did discover multiple myeloma cells in her bones.  It was the same situation as last time but at least this time it didn't come with the deterioration of the bones.

She will begin the treatment on November 5th and it should be about 6 months of chemo and additional drugs to combat the cancer. Her doctor is trying a new drug that he hopes won't cause as many side effects.  The question is, will be it be easier this time knowing what is in store and what is expected, or is it going to be harder because my dad is not there to help her through.

As always, she is trusting in God to pave the way and she knows He is in control.  It doesn't mean she won't get scared, depressed, worried, or fearful.  It means she will never be hopeless.