Encouraging news

Dr. Amin shows Bobby the results of the CT scans today.

We are 12 weeks into the clinical trial for the Ipilimumab. Bobby had a CT scan today to look at the melanoma in his lungs. They look at the changes between the same spots from the original scan and compare them to the scan he had today. I can't say for sure that they looked at ALL of the tumors, but the ones they compared were smaller today. Some weren't even visible on today's scan. Dr. Amin is pointing to one of the spots that isn't there on the new scan. Bobby is still digesting the news...it is a miracle. He is very happy but wants to be very cautious about the future. Melanoma is still a horrible thing-still the percentages of success are small. We definitely want to celebrate this blessing. We are very thankful. Bobby is feeling very well (in relation to side effects...) He is pretty tired(a common side effect) but we try to catch a nap (or two). He had developed some sore spots in his mouth which have gone away. It had been hard for him to eat. He had actually gained a pound this week so, his appetite has definitely NOT suffered. Maybe he had lost a pound when his mouth was sore but he is making up for it! Most nights don't go by without his huge bowl of ice cream, chocolate, and whipped cream! He hasn't had problems with other potential side effects. He's doing so well & we are all so proud of him. Don't stop praying-and we won't stop thanking. Although I won't stop asking for continued progress, I'm going to take a break and do lots of thanking first. We will be back in 4 weeks for another CT scan. We would expect that the Ipi continues to work and Bobby's body continues to keep the cancer away! I don't know what questions to answer-so if you have any questions, please ask and I'll try to answer them. I think you can leave comments? If not, send us an email. We talk about all of the support, friends, prayers, and meals that we have received. We wouldn't be where we are today without each of you! You are each a blessing in our lives. I also want to thank our parents & our kids--we can only imagine what they have gone through & continue to offer so that all of this can happen. Bobby and I are able to support each other and be together because of the support we have at home-we love you guys! (This is from Julie)-Julie Harsh would like to thank everyone for the support and prayers. You guys really helped us and now we are beginning to see the results of so much faith and support. No one really knows how much they do to help someone, but right now I wish they could because alot of people would feel great right now. Thank you everyone for everything!