The Results

We just returned from the hospital for a follow-up visit.  The 
post-surgery MRI showed that the tumor was completely removed and the 
biopsy results were that it was a low-grade type II astrocytoma. 
Although we would have preferred a type I diagnosis it is definitely 
positive compared to the scarier alternatives.

Jenn is relieved to have had the 59 staples removed from her head and 
continues to rest since the barrage of drugs renders her groggy and 
lethargic.  Luckily, as she is being tapered off some of the meds, we no 
longer have to wake up every 2-3 hours which oftentimes consisted of me 
holding her nose at 5 AM so that she would open her mouth to take the 
pills.  She's happy to be home and has been busy catching up on the DVR 
and playing lots of Words with Friends on the iPad (username: LilSu).

The nurse recommended a 6 week recovery time before she would begin 
to feel "normal" again and we also need several follow-up appointments 
with neuro-oncologists and neurologists.  Although the scariest surgical 
part is behind us now, it will be a slow restoration process.  This has
been eased by the outpouring of support, prayers, and positive thoughts 
from everyone.