Monday, January 31, 2011

Ali.....You've got the love



On Friday, January 21, 2011, Ali was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. She has Lobular Invasive Carcinoma, and will have to undergo intense treatment as a result of her age and the type of cancer. 
Since that day, our every thought, conversation, and interaction has been how can we help Ali. I thought this may help to keep her loved ones in touch with how she is doing, what she is going through, and to keep her in touch with those who love her more than she knows. And of course to replace fear with hope and to mellow the mind of the endless, sleepless worry. 

We love you Ali, and after years of you looking out for each one of us siblings, it is your turn to let us take care of you.  We will get through this together... because no matter what this family goes through, one thing has been proven - we are in it together. There are some great perks to being the oldest of this party of five! 

Since the initial diagnoses, Ali has undergone several other tests (ultra-sounds, breast MRI, and needle biopsy) to determine where exactly the cancer has spread. The good news is so far the results have been as good as they can be under the circumstances. The cancer has not spread to her lymph nodes and there doesn't seem to be any additional masses.The hard news is that most of the Doctors thus far have agreed to treat this cancer rather aggressively.

She has her initial, consultation with her Dr. at Northwestern this Thursday, February 3rd. She will go over the results of the tests, and give her a prognosis of her treatment plan this day.

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  1. UnknownJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:13 PM

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  2. Becky RaineriFebruary 7, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Ali & family
    We were so sorry to hear your news...we know that with the love and support of your family you will be able to get through all that is ahead of you...take care & we will pray for you & your family
    The Raineri Family

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  3. Lou and LoriFebruary 9, 2011 at 7:09 AM

    What a great site! We are praying for a speedy recovery. Thinking of you and Eric daily. If you guys need anything at all....we will be there for you. Family, friends,prayer, will get you through this.
    Big Lou

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  4. Lou and LoriFebruary 10, 2011 at 5:22 AM

    Dear Ali
    I hope your recovery will be quick and you will begin your next step of your journey soon. The power of prayer is truly AWESOME! Have faith in your medical team and God, let your family be your rock,and remember you are never alone.
    Praying and thinking of you often! PEACE AND GOD BLESS....Lori G

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  5. aliFebruary 12, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    Dear Lou and Lori,
    You are my true inspiration to get through this. I do feel that I have complete faith in my medical team at Northwestern. It has been very comforting and sense of calm that comes along with that. Thank you so much for your kind words of advice and wisdom. Take care and know that I have been praying for you and your family as well
    With love, Ali

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