Lena Thompson Cancer Fund
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Lena's Testimony -
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13
This verse constantly resounds within my spirit…
On October 15th, 2019, I went to the doctor for an ordered mammogram due to some changes that we had noticed.
I had randomly passed out a few weeks prior. The doctor that I had been with would not see me so I went to a new practice. Thank God for this, and for Him making me go talk to someone about my concerns that took me seriously. She made an immediate appointment to run more tests and get checked out more thoroughly.
Dr. Scarborough’s Nurse Practitioner saw it fit to plan an ultrasound as well as a mammogram. We all have Fibroid adenomas, and that’s what we thought this was.
October 23rd, 2019, I had a needle biopsy. I was asked to bring someone with me. I then thought “Why? It’s nothing, right?” I knew when the radiologist called it a “Papillary Cyst” from the texture that it was a bad sign, and that this sprint…just became a marathon.
October 28th, 2019, we met with Dr. Farmer for the official results. I went in very hopeful, with Trey by my side, but I already knew the answer in my spirit. God told me that it was bad news, but He had a plan. She came in and she told us the news, but hearing it out loud… I thought “Me. The helper, the nursemaid, the strong one, and the one that makes it all better…. I don’t have time for this, I can’t do this, and we can’t do this.” I also knew that I did not have a choice. No matter what I have to win! I have babies at home!
”The Lord is my shepherd, I shall NOT FEAR!” My genetic testing came back clear, and we very quickly learned that I am ER Negative with a small area of possible invasion. I have been given so many tests, and so many options. All of the MRI’s say that it is contained in my breast tissue. Once my breast tissue is removed, Dr. Farmer will run pathology and perform more tests so that we can determine the best course of treatment.
All of this feels like a blur. However, I am completely peaceful in my faith. I am positive that the “defender behind me” has me all the way. I am so thankful for the people that God as placed in my life. I have such a huge support system, and I hope they all know how grateful I am for them.
On December 12th, 2019 I will undergo a Bilateral Mastectomy. After that, in mid-January 2020, we will try to do reconstruction. At this time, it is still uncertain if I will require Chemo and/or Radiation.
THIS IS NOT cosmetic surgery. It’s CANcer. It is a lifesaving surgery. A surgery that keeps CANcer from spreading. Please do not tell someone that you are jealous of having this procedure done. And please, do not compare cosmetic choices that you or someone else got to choose. I do not get that choice. It’s my body… and yes, of course, there is stuff that I don’t like. But it’s mine. And I didn’t choose to do these things.
“Turn all your worries over to him; he cares about you.” 1 Peter 5:7
I know that my family will suffer. As a Cosmetologist, I don’t have a job that covers FMLA or any other time off. I worry about every single one of my guests. But I know that I have you all settled in good hands. I know that I will bounce back, but I will have to be down for almost 12 weeks. I find myself thinking “How can my family survive? How can I pay all these bills?” And boy, they have already started to come in. God continues to keep providing and showing me that this is going to be ok. I have had so many heartfelt moments of love and kindness that have shown through.
Today, Trey and I sat down to have a talk with the kiddos to tell them. I’ve always been invincible. A Superhero mama. Supermom! I never let them down, but today they realized that mommies can get sick too. They can have problems, and that mommies need surgeries. I told them that along with God, MOMMY is going to KICK CANcer’s butt! Bristol is going to definitely be my right hand nursemaid. Jacob panicked. He is angry, sad, hurt, and scared. He is having moments of being angry with God, and why this his plan for me. We have him understanding that we aren’t sure either, but that God has it all in control. My Doctors have a plan all lined up.
Today, I’m working on being better! Better at having Faith that will move mountains. Better at leaving my worries in my Heavenly Father’s hands. Being a better version of myself, a better Mom, and a better wife. I am looking forward to DEFEAT! I CAN and I WILL beat this. The Lord says that this isn’t my purpose, he’s just adding to my testimony! You can’t have a Testimony without a TEST.
Friends….Get your MAMMOGRAMS! Don’t put it off. Don’t push it back another month. Trust me, it could save your life!
And now when you see PINK, you won’t just see a color, you’ll see me. And so many other strong women who are fighting for their lives. Each day you see in a new light. LOVE harder, and make it all count!
May 2020, cellulitis in my right mastectomy site and I was in the hospital for 9 days and now I have a Picc line And 6 weeks of at home antibiotics.
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13
This verse constantly resounds within my spirit…
On October 15th, 2019, I went to the doctor for an ordered mammogram due to some changes that we had noticed.
I had randomly passed out a few weeks prior. The doctor that I had been with would not see me so I went to a new practice. Thank God for this, and for Him making me go talk to someone about my concerns that took me seriously. She made an immediate appointment to run more tests and get checked out more thoroughly.
Dr. Scarborough’s Nurse Practitioner saw it fit to plan an ultrasound as well as a mammogram. We all have Fibroid adenomas, and that’s what we thought this was.
October 23rd, 2019, I had a needle biopsy. I was asked to bring someone with me. I then thought “Why? It’s nothing, right?” I knew when the radiologist called it a “Papillary Cyst” from the texture that it was a bad sign, and that this sprint…just became a marathon.
October 28th, 2019, we met with Dr. Farmer for the official results. I went in very hopeful, with Trey by my side, but I already knew the answer in my spirit. God told me that it was bad news, but He had a plan. She came in and she told us the news, but hearing it out loud… I thought “Me. The helper, the nursemaid, the strong one, and the one that makes it all better…. I don’t have time for this, I can’t do this, and we can’t do this.” I also knew that I did not have a choice. No matter what I have to win! I have babies at home!
”The Lord is my shepherd, I shall NOT FEAR!” My genetic testing came back clear, and we very quickly learned that I am ER Negative with a small area of possible invasion. I have been given so many tests, and so many options. All of the MRI’s say that it is contained in my breast tissue. Once my breast tissue is removed, Dr. Farmer will run pathology and perform more tests so that we can determine the best course of treatment.
All of this feels like a blur. However, I am completely peaceful in my faith. I am positive that the “defender behind me” has me all the way. I am so thankful for the people that God as placed in my life. I have such a huge support system, and I hope they all know how grateful I am for them.
On December 12th, 2019 I will undergo a Bilateral Mastectomy. After that, in mid-January 2020, we will try to do reconstruction. At this time, it is still uncertain if I will require Chemo and/or Radiation.
THIS IS NOT cosmetic surgery. It’s CANcer. It is a lifesaving surgery. A surgery that keeps CANcer from spreading. Please do not tell someone that you are jealous of having this procedure done. And please, do not compare cosmetic choices that you or someone else got to choose. I do not get that choice. It’s my body… and yes, of course, there is stuff that I don’t like. But it’s mine. And I didn’t choose to do these things.
“Turn all your worries over to him; he cares about you.” 1 Peter 5:7
I know that my family will suffer. As a Cosmetologist, I don’t have a job that covers FMLA or any other time off. I worry about every single one of my guests. But I know that I have you all settled in good hands. I know that I will bounce back, but I will have to be down for almost 12 weeks. I find myself thinking “How can my family survive? How can I pay all these bills?” And boy, they have already started to come in. God continues to keep providing and showing me that this is going to be ok. I have had so many heartfelt moments of love and kindness that have shown through.
Today, Trey and I sat down to have a talk with the kiddos to tell them. I’ve always been invincible. A Superhero mama. Supermom! I never let them down, but today they realized that mommies can get sick too. They can have problems, and that mommies need surgeries. I told them that along with God, MOMMY is going to KICK CANcer’s butt! Bristol is going to definitely be my right hand nursemaid. Jacob panicked. He is angry, sad, hurt, and scared. He is having moments of being angry with God, and why this his plan for me. We have him understanding that we aren’t sure either, but that God has it all in control. My Doctors have a plan all lined up.
Today, I’m working on being better! Better at having Faith that will move mountains. Better at leaving my worries in my Heavenly Father’s hands. Being a better version of myself, a better Mom, and a better wife. I am looking forward to DEFEAT! I CAN and I WILL beat this. The Lord says that this isn’t my purpose, he’s just adding to my testimony! You can’t have a Testimony without a TEST.
Friends….Get your MAMMOGRAMS! Don’t put it off. Don’t push it back another month. Trust me, it could save your life!
And now when you see PINK, you won’t just see a color, you’ll see me. And so many other strong women who are fighting for their lives. Each day you see in a new light. LOVE harder, and make it all count!
May 2020, cellulitis in my right mastectomy site and I was in the hospital for 9 days and now I have a Picc line And 6 weeks of at home antibiotics.
Organizer and beneficiary
Jessica Holder
Organizer
Roberta, GA
Lena Thompson
Beneficiary