Carole,

Believe it or not, Amy's prognosis was pretty poor as well. It took them 2 weeks to biopsy it and determine what kind of cancer it was. The type of cancer she had (Pineal Blastoma) and where it was (on her brainstem which controls memory, sense of smell, motor skills, etc) were not good. The doctor's told us that PB metastisizes (attaches itself to other organs). They had put a shunt in her to allow excess fluid to drain from her skull into her abdominal cavity. Our concern was one teeny cancerous cell that traveled from her skull to her abdomen COULD attach itself to any of her major organs and spread. The doctor's said "Oh well" that's the chance they have to take. Fortunately, it didn't. Amy was VERY lucky.

My best friend's church set up a prayer group for Amy. It truly believe that the power of prayer works miracles. I was also very fortunate to have a cancer support group to attend. I had to be very strong for Amy, while crying and crumbling inside. The support group did wonders.

I will pray for Daphne and her family. Tell your daughter I'm very proud of her.