Briana Stephen

I had an epiphany today while sitting in the oncologist's office. There's so much talk and paraphernalia about finding cures for cancer. There's bitter talk about why Heavenly Father would allow such suffering. I sat there thinking to myself, No. My heart tells me it's not like that at all! ... Think of the communities and families that have come together to love, serve, and mourn with one another.

Our Father in heaven provides opportunities every day for us to keep his commandments, to follow His ultimate example of serving, loving, caring for His spirit children, our spirit brothers and sisters. I get to experience firsthand on a daily basis how beautiful the hearts of mankind really are.

Turn off the news of contentious politics, crime, and adultery for a bit. You'll find a world of compassion. PLEASE ACCEPT MY GRATITUDE to all those who uplift and show me what leading a Christ-like life is really all about. Loads and loads of LOVE!!!

-Bri, March 2010



Wednesday, February 4, 2009

CEA Results!!!

I went in to get disconnected from my chemo medicine bag this morning and found out that the CEA results came back from the blood they drew on Monday. Remember that they wanted to see it under 2? Well....it's at 1.9!!!! And that was before doing this 6th round of chemo. I'm so excited for the PET scan on Monday so I can hear them say that they don't see any cancer. I'm sure it'll be another good day! Still not out of the woods, but all of our prayers are being answered and I know we're experiencing a miracle!

Love you all!!!!
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8 comments:

  1. HeatherFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:11 PM

    Briana... I can't even explain how excited I am reading this!!! Yayyyyy!!! You really are experiencing a miracle. Yet another in your life! I'm so blessed to have you in my life! The Lord is truly looking after you and your family. I love you!!

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  2. Waite FamilyFebruary 4, 2009 at 7:14 PM

    That is amazing!!!!! Congrats! I am so happy to hear that you are kicking cancers butt! Tomorrow is 11 years from me being diagnosed. It is nice to have it behind me. You will soon be there. You have come so far and your body is responding so well. Our prayers are being answered!

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  3. Sarah L.February 4, 2009 at 10:18 PM

    Yeahhhhhhh!!! I am so excited. Great job. You are amazing and I knew Heavenly Father left you here to run with me:)) and to be with your family of coarse:))) I am so happy I have to go tell Scotty!!!!

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  4. Brianna Lomba HallFebruary 5, 2009 at 10:54 AM

    WOW!!! I'm so happy for you, Briana. It's hard to convey emotions through writing, but please know that if I were there I'd give you a huge hug then dance around like an idiot for about an hour.

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  5. KellyFebruary 5, 2009 at 7:15 PM

    I am so happy for you.

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  6. HILL HESSFebruary 6, 2009 at 9:56 AM

    Wondeful news! I'm so glad! I don't know how you have been dealing with this as a mom of 4. You are an inspiration.

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  7. Rogers FamilyFebruary 6, 2009 at 2:41 PM

    Hi Briana

    You probably don't remember me or if so very little. LOL. anyways we grew up together our families did anyway. Maiden name Carley Fleener. Now Rogers thank goodness for the name change. jk.. After reading your blog I felt such peace come over me and I just want to thank you for being such an inspiration to all of us. You truly are experiencing a miracle and the priesthood is a powerful blessing to have in your home. I TOO am grateful and blessed to have that in my home as well. I have a private blog but would love to keep in contact. Email me if you are interested in seeing my blog. brantrogers@qwest.net..

    PS something funny I used to work for Wes Young April's Husband at IBM.. Great family as well!! Take Care!

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  8. DFebruary 8, 2009 at 9:52 AM

    Yippee! I'm so glad things are looking up.

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