Open House Cancelled

I'm very sorry to do this, but we have to cancel the Open House scheduled for Aug 4th.  We didn't realize the impact radiation would have on Joe and he is very sick right now.  The doctor said next week will be worse because his system doesn't get a chance to recover before it is zapped again.  He must get through 6 more treatments to get rid of that first tumor.  His side effects are horrible and he is confined to the house and cancer center.  He is receiving additional meds to try and help the list of side effects he is experiencing and IV's for fluid and nutrition since he hasn't been able to eat much at all.  We are just praying that after next week, he can get some relief and recover a bit before he starts on the next chemo plan.

Thank you all for your understanding.  We will reschedule once we get Joe feeling better.

XOXO
Sherrie

More Bad News

I'm sorry to report, but they found additional cancer in Joe's stomach region.  It was devastating news for us, but we met with Dr. S and he said there is a lot more fight on the way.  He confirmed the cancer is spreading throughout, and as a result, Joe will have to start a more aggressive chemo treatment.  They are nervous to start it along with radiation, so they are going to administer the lighter chemo during radiation and the more aggressive chemo after radiation.  Since he has SO MANY bowel issues, he can't tolerate the chemo he used to take.  It just shuts his body down.  So for that reason, Dr. S must try something different.  He said he's been consulting with Dr's all over the country and doing lots of research and found a new drug.  It's considered a "case study" and Joe is willing to try it unless it makes him so sick, he has no quality of life. Dr. S. said he completely understands and will only administer those chemos that Joe's body can handle. 

In the meantime, Joe will be staying very close to home and his activity has been minimized due to all the treatments and bowel effects.  He would love to get out and visit more, but his bowels don't allow it.  For that reason, we have decided to have a Housewarming/Visit the Kahlers, Open House.  It will be Sunday, August 4th, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm.  NO GIFTS, but we will make it pot luck.  Everyone is welcome to come by, grab something to eat, get a tour of the house and visit.  We look forward to it.  No RSVP is necessary. 2114 E. Oakland Street, Chandler, AZ 85225.  If you have any questions, you can email me at sherriekahler@hotmail.com.

Keep those prayers coming.  We need them and so appreciate it. 

All our love and thanks,
Sherrie & Joe

Not Great News

We saw Dr. Ong today and got the test results.  They found a tumor in Joe's pelvic area.  It was a shock, but also not a complete surprise since we knew something wasn't right.  Joe has just not been feeling well for sometime.  Surgery is not an option for numerous reasons, but the bottom line is Dr. Ong said it would cause way more problems then help anything.  Our only option is radiation.  They usually don't administer radiation for Joe's type of cancer, but are hoping this will work with this particular tumor.  Joe starts prep tomorrow and will be having radiation everyday for 3 weeks.  They will re-evaluate after the 3 weeks and see if it works.  Our prayers are that it kills the tumor and gives Joe some relief. 

Prayers are needed more than ever right now.  We thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Sherrie & Joe

Moving Day

Just a quick post to let you know what has been going on with the Kahler's.  Some of you may not know, but we decided to move.  We were planning on downsizing in a few years, but decided to do it sooner than later.  We bought a home closer to Candace, Doug and the kids and the same distance from Amanda.  We have been completely renovating it since February.  It was much more difficult than we ever imagined, but the end result is wonderful.  Unfortunately, it took much longer than expected and we had to move in July in Arizona.  Timing could not have been worse.  We hired movers, but even with that, it was a nightmare.  Thank goodness my wonderful family rallied and picked us up when we hit bottom on moving day.  We are slowly adjusting and are planning on taking things slow to get settled.  Our new address is:

2114 E. Oakland Street
Chandler, AZ  85225
Home Phone:  480-961-7591 (same as before)

During all of this, we went to Tucson and got Joe's MRI done.  We see Dr. Ong on Tuesday to get the results.  Joe has not been feeling good at all, so we are anxious and nervous to find out what is going on.  Hopefully we get some good news and Dr. Ong can help Joe get some much needed relief.

I will post again after the appointment with Dr. Ong and let you all know the outcome.  As always, thanks for the ongoing prayers and support.  XOXO  Sherrie