Today was more encouraging than we thought. There were initially a couple of frustrations, the Drs had not had a case conference and the results from the main Bone Marrow biopsy were not through, however:
The mass in Mari's lung has shrunk due to the steroids ( and prayer) so she will able to fly home hopefully at the end of the week. Her blood levels are just below normal which is good for her condition and made the Drs think the cancer has not reached the marrow, they will know for certain on Thurs. The Dr was concerned last week that it had spread to Mari's stomach, today she ( and the consultant) said she felt it was insignificant.... The unanswered question concerns the fluid in Maris lung, it may be a result of the pressure due to the mass or it could be that the cancer has spread a bit, if it has spread, it would make it grade 4 if not, they are thinking it might only be grade 2, we had been lead to think all the way through that it was Grade 4
We will go back on Thurs and pick up all the results and information that we need for Bristol and look to fly out at the end of the week, it is school holidays so the flights are quite full so please pray we can get some seats.
Mari was relieved after the appointment, she knows she still has a battle but the Dr was positive and optimistic, even though he had to give worse case scenarios!!
Thanks so much for all your love , support and prayer, we will let you know when we have booked tickets etc...Once again the messages you have left for Mari on the blog give her renewed strength, she reads them first thing every morning and is so thankful for your prayers.
God bless
Lots of love
Dave, Rhi and Mari
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Hi Mari
Maybe I have got this thing sussed at last! This is all great news, though will be sad to see you go. You have been a special part of Iosis, and an encouragement in my own life for these last few years. Your passion and compassion for others are an inspiration to all of us.
Blessings, you are never far from my mind and prayers through this time.
Ruby
My darling Mari,
Let me be the first to say (on the blog atleast) Hallelujah!!!!! so so so SO happy you got some good news at last! Really - so relieved! Sleep well my friend, knowing that today is over and done and you survived it with courage!
So MUCH LOVE to you, phil and dave and rhi.
The gregans
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Praise the Lord for some encouragement! We were praying for you on Wednesday night Mari and I felt like we were heading into battle together, all over the world people in the same fight. Thank goodness God is omnipresent!! I am glad you are coming home as I am leaving soon and it would be good to see you before I leave! Love to you all, Em xxx
Praying for you here in Southampton Mari - glad about the news today. We'll pray you back to the UK now ;-) I know that the whole Cross clan is thinking of you, & those of us that pray are doing that too.
Love to you all,
Steve & Mel Cross.
Dear Mari, what great news! Thanks to our God who answers our desperate cries for help. We continue to stand with you all and believe and pray for total recovery and wholeness of body, mind and soul for you Mari. Rest in His love and concern. Lotsa love to you all, Debbie and Johan, Sweden.
From Laura Burniston...
She wants you to know that she is unable to access this page (I have been keeping her updated). She is thinking of you all the time and sending you positive thoughts and so much love.
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Hi Mari
It's time for bed and I hope you have had a good evening.
Looks like your plane will be taking off in the tail of ours!Mari, I will miss you at Edge and at our different family events. It has been wonderful to get positive news about you being able to go home for your treatment and recovery. So many will miss you throughout this land of Aoteroa, and it will be sad for you to say goodbye, but there are others in England waiting to greet you and support you through the next phase. If you don't hear from me for a couple of weeks it's because I may not have immediate internet access where Im headed. Never the less you will be in my prayers every day. Much love. Chris
Awwwww that is wonderful news...every little ray of hope counts! God is soooo Wonderful and so are YOU petal.
I am just marvelling at the huge impact that you have on all these peoples lives..and just to think that only a tiny fraction of them are on this site...wow its so profound girlfriend...You are Amazing Miss Mari Day.. just Amazing!!
alofa atu Del
Hi,
Great news! Will continue to pray for the next phase.
We sang that glorious hymn "On Christ the solid rock I stand" yesterday - sang it as a prayer for you. Where would we be without Him when things get tough?
love
Chris I'A
Dear Mari
Sorry its been a while since I have been in touch (we have been moving)
Have been thinking of you each and everyday. Glad to hear that you have had some more encouraging news today.
Stay strong
With all our love
Jen & Mark
Hey Mari,
Not said hello yet but have been following the blog. Spoke to my mum about it the other day, she was diagnosed with Lymph cancer - non hodgkins i think (does this exist - i got a little confused with all the terms!!). It was very serious when first diagnosed but she survived and has now been cancer free for 15 years. There's quite a story to it which i'm happy to send you if you find it interesting/encouraging.
I hope today goes well, London still misses you.
much love, Sparks
ps, my email address is markpevans@gmail.com if you did want more info on mums story.
Praise God for some encouraging news. I am so pleased to hear something positive.
Will continue to pray for continued good news from the results and that you can get on a plane soon to come home.
We love you lots and lots and I'm looking forward to seeing you (although wish it was for different reasons).
Han & Niall x
Dearest Mari, my darling, I feel so proud of you for coming this far already, so much waiting, testing, and uncertainty...You have been in my thoughts all day and I found myself rushing home eager to see if you had posted any news. Sounds like today brought some encouragement - I'm so pleased that the mass in your lung has shrunk - thank you God! (and steroids!). Will pray you all get seats together, and that they are the best seats on the flight! (definately with no snorers next to you!) Sending you all my love, Lisa XXXX
Dear Rhi & Dave,
You are also in my thoughts and prayers, it is such a comfort to know you are there looking after Mari. Thank you for posting Mari's news on the blog - it's so good to get regular updates. Hope you are both able to get some sleep and rest. Love Lisa X
Hi Mari, Dave Rhi and Phil,
Fantastic news, Thank you Jesus for your healing power, working its way throught Mari's body, please continue to heal, and make her well enough to travel home, and Father God please let it be a smooth comforting journey, and that flights will be easily available to book, in Jesus name amen.
Praying every day,oceans of love,
Tina Perry xxxx
That's amazing, incredible and wonderful news! Now I'm asking for more of the same please God. Well done Mari, you continue to be brave and face your worst nightmares with grace and faith and more strength than you thought you'd ever need - you are such a treasure and we love you!
xx Anna and Dan
Always in my prayers, day and night. Great to hear such good news, though sad you will be leaving us. You'd better come back, as aotearoa will not be the same without your shining light.
It's all in God's hands, and there ain't no better hands for them to be in.
Cheers
Dave C
I am thanking the Lord for giving you some encouragement, and shining a ray of hope through everything Mari.
It must be huge to think that you are near to being able to travel home - even though there is some sadness in that for those of us who love you - guess AirNZ will do well out of everyone coming for a visit!! :)
Much love to you, Phil, Rhi and Dave, hope to catch you briefly before you go.
Love and hugs,
Judith XX
yay! so glad you finally get some good news from the medical front... hope this helps you to relax and fills you with hope!!!
... so you will finally head home.. our loss... but may it be a quick recovery and see you globe trotting again soon!!
"Let all that I am wait quietly before God, for my hope is in Him. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where i will not be shaken."
psalm62.5-6
love you and miss you heaps as always!
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hi dave rhi and mari iam praying through the day and night and will continue to uphold you thanks for updates love jan.
Mari and co, this is great to hear. Thanks for letting us know. Prayer does work, and we'll all keep on praying!
Love Josie
Hello i am so pleased that you will be able to travel home.. PTL Home and family are so important at this time. NZ will miss your beautiful spirit!! Love to Rhi and Dave. An I will keep praying for you. remember that you are an inspiration to so many people. I pray that Thursday will bring more encouraging news for you ..... Love from vicTORIa (not Adelaide but Conyngham!!)
Hey Mari,
Rich and I met Phil last night in Kingsland, and we were totally over the moon to hear all the encouraging news from the day! It was nice to see his beaming face too!
Every time i've prayed for you this week, this keeps going around my head... (well, not all the words but the main bit haha!)
"But now, this is what the LORD says—he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel:"Fear not, for I have redeemed you;I have summoned you by name; you are mine.
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.
We will so look forward to coming to visit you in May when we're in the UK!
Much love, the Johnsons xx
we will miss you.......as you draw close to your saviour...may he give you much strength and courage. you have been a breath of fresh air throughout our land. may your home land be blessed by your return. much much love....jax, deano, libby-jane and leah xxxxx
Hooray! Big hugs all round. Will write you a letter tonight so you can get it before you fly out. I'm conscious that everyone gets to read these msgs and see what nonsense I write....
xx S
Hey Mari,
Good stuff, go you! and go God! Such encouraging news for you and family :-) We will continue to keep you in our prayers with love and kisses.
Safe travels
Shalom
Carly and Wayne
Hi Mari, I am so pleased to hear your latest news - that sounds very encouraging. I really hope you get flights back quickly as planned and look forward to seeing you back in the UK.
Lots and lots of love
Cath
Hi Mari, sounds like you have had a bit better news for a chance. Fingers and toes crossed for the results on Thursday. Lets hope you are in the air flying by the weekend. Lots of love Nicxx
That's fantastic news! I'm so happy things are starting to turn around for you. Much love. Josie xx
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