Sunday, March 27, 2011
Tony's Letter
Recently, while Tony was sitting at the kitchen table, he wrote the following letter and wanted it posted on the blog.
Dear Family and Friends,
I know the walk will be difficult and long! I know that I have you there with me to make the time and danger seem little to no importance.
I love and respect each of you and would not want it any different.
Love,
Tony
Dear Family and Friends,
I know the walk will be difficult and long! I know that I have you there with me to make the time and danger seem little to no importance.
I love and respect each of you and would not want it any different.
Love,
Tony
Friday, March 25, 2011
Diagnosis
We have received the final diagnosis from the brain biopsy which, unfortunately, reveals a rare, inoperable malignancy. Our family is still exploring the option of radiation/chemotherapy to attempt to beat the odds presented to us by the doctors.
Tony is now at home, resting comfortably but we ask that he not have any visitors until he gets some rest. The doctors have been able to control his headaches, a result of swelling, with steroids. He is in great spirits and has regained his appetite, along with his sense of humor.
Thank you to everyone who has emailed, texted, called or sent cards of encouragement and continuing to pray with us.
Pusateri Family
Tony is now at home, resting comfortably but we ask that he not have any visitors until he gets some rest. The doctors have been able to control his headaches, a result of swelling, with steroids. He is in great spirits and has regained his appetite, along with his sense of humor.
Thank you to everyone who has emailed, texted, called or sent cards of encouragement and continuing to pray with us.
Pusateri Family
Cleared for Regular Foods
Tony was on soft foods at the hospital until Wednesday afternoon so Asher shared his cookie with Papa . . .
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Great Day
Tony had a great day today; he ate very well (despite the hospital food), watched a movie with Angi and Michelle and regained his sense of humor and sarcasm. Still no final diagnosis but the doctors are telling us it should be in the next couple of days. Until then, morehospital food and movies . . .
To finish off the day, Asher's prayer as he was laying in bed tonight.
"Thank you Jesus for Nana, Papa and the doctor's that will help Papa get better, Amen."
Monday, March 21, 2011
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Sunday Evening
Tony is exhausted, but resting more comfortably tonight. He is still in the hospital. We're hoping he will be released in the next couple of days and will keep you updated. Thanks for checking in...
Update
Unfortunately, Tony woke up early this morning in quite a bit of pain and has been readmitted to the hospital for pain management.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Recent Events
As you are aware, our family has recently been led down a path that we have neither chosen nor expected.
We would like to outline the events of the past few months to avoid the misinformation that can be inherent in these situations. Most of you know that Tony had his hip replaced in December of 2010. Complications from the surgery resulted in a broken femur which necessitated an additional surgery two weeks after the first. Through physical therapy and much care from Patty, he seemed to be recovering nicely. Within a few weeks, we started noticing some subtle changes in Tony such as balance problems (including several falls), increased forgetfulness, and speech differences. The combination of these symptoms, and more, quickly became concerning and the falls forced the doctors to take action.
On Friday, March 11th, Tony checked into the hospital to undergo a battery of tests to determine exactly what might be causing these symptoms. MRI scans indicated the presence of a mass in several areas of his brain. A biopsy was performed on Monday, March 14th, however, there is no conclusive diagnosis yet. The neurologist expects test results to return over the coming weeks. We will, of course, keep you updated through this blog.
Tony is home now and he and Patty are both doing amazingly well. We have been enjoying the time together as a family. Michelle flew in, along with Patty's sister and brother-in-law. While we have certainly shared some anxious tears, we have also laughed and laughed...the best medicine for Tony, as you surely know!
We most definitely appreciate your prayers right now. While this new path is not one we would have chosen, we have faith that it has been meticulously laid out by God and pray fervently that it leads to healing. We choose to trust in Him and march onward as a family.
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10
We would like to outline the events of the past few months to avoid the misinformation that can be inherent in these situations. Most of you know that Tony had his hip replaced in December of 2010. Complications from the surgery resulted in a broken femur which necessitated an additional surgery two weeks after the first. Through physical therapy and much care from Patty, he seemed to be recovering nicely. Within a few weeks, we started noticing some subtle changes in Tony such as balance problems (including several falls), increased forgetfulness, and speech differences. The combination of these symptoms, and more, quickly became concerning and the falls forced the doctors to take action.
On Friday, March 11th, Tony checked into the hospital to undergo a battery of tests to determine exactly what might be causing these symptoms. MRI scans indicated the presence of a mass in several areas of his brain. A biopsy was performed on Monday, March 14th, however, there is no conclusive diagnosis yet. The neurologist expects test results to return over the coming weeks. We will, of course, keep you updated through this blog.
Tony is home now and he and Patty are both doing amazingly well. We have been enjoying the time together as a family. Michelle flew in, along with Patty's sister and brother-in-law. While we have certainly shared some anxious tears, we have also laughed and laughed...the best medicine for Tony, as you surely know!
We most definitely appreciate your prayers right now. While this new path is not one we would have chosen, we have faith that it has been meticulously laid out by God and pray fervently that it leads to healing. We choose to trust in Him and march onward as a family.
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10
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