The surgery was a success! Both of the tumors in the brain were completely removed. There were no signs of tendrils from the tumors. Dr. Liem also said that the tumors originated in the brain and did not come from another location. The tumors have been sent off to a lab for testing. This is when we will learn if the masses are cancerous or benign. We expect the results in a week or so.
Curt even cracked a joke to Jeffrey 45 minutes after getting out of surgery.
We are all very thankful and encouraged by your support. Before the surgery Patti was reading all of your comments posted on this blog to Curt and it really lifted both their spirits.
Please continue to pray for the lab results. These results are crucial in the next steps towards recovery.
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When we first read the news on HC's prayer update Jerry was walking around saying "thank you Jesus" over and over. It was a jubilant moment for us.
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Love,
Jerry & Janis
Praise Jesus! Curt & Patti, your courage is awe-inspiring. We'll see you in a few days!
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Lisa & JB
Such great news!! Thank you, LORD!
ReplyDeleteCurt, see you soon. You've got a wedding to do in a few weeks :)
Patti, you are a pillar of strength! We love you both and your ohana so very much!
Shane, Lita & Ohana
Praise God! Lynn wants to know when he should set the T-Time. His treat:) You can count on us to keep those prayers going. Thanks for doing such an awesome job of looking after your dad Jeffery!
ReplyDeleteLove you lots!!!!!
The Stricklands
We are so thankful you are over this first difficult hurdle, and we are so very thankful for such a successful surgery. We wish you could rest now and recuperate, but we know it's not that simple. It takes a tremendous amount of courage to face each day and walk forward with all the fears and uncertainties, and we know that God is with you and helping you to do that. We will keep you surrounded on all sides with our love and our prayers, and we will walk through this valley with you, and we will trust God with the future right along with you.
ReplyDeleteMuch, much love to all the Franks.
God is so good. Yet another example of God's mercy and care. How HE loves us and listens to our prayers. We continue to pray that all goes well for you Curt with your healing and recovery. May there be shalom in the Franks' ohana.
ReplyDeleteBruce, Linda and Kevin Moore
Thanks Be To God! We've been praying for you and family all day but have not had any time to check Updates until now. What a relief that all went so well!!! That was huge and hopefully, prayerfully all there is to it besides time to recooperate. PLEASE, Curt and Patti... take that time. Life is busy - but all will wait for you. We are believing and praying that this was all you'll have to endure.
ReplyDeleteLove you both so much and your precious family.
Lee and Renee
Offline after tomorrow morning & only reason you may not hear from us for a week or so ... working on solving that now :)
Wonderful news about the successful surgery and that Curt is already cracking jokes! Curt and Patti many people are smiling today but we will continue to be on our knees in prayer for you Curt, that you will be already completely healed! Curt & Patti hug each other for me,
ReplyDeleteJohn & Megan thanks for keeping us updated.
Take care Franks ohana
Janet :)
Good report guys. We will continue to pray for you Curtis and for you Patti, we love you both and know that you will find His grace sufficient for this moment. Thank you so much for sharing what is happening so that we can bring your needs to the Father along with you all.We will continue to trust the Lord for your healing, Craig and Chris
ReplyDeletegetting ready for bed, and I thought I would check one more time, any new updates... that is such good news that the tumors are completely gone.. I am so thankful for this blog.. it really keeps us in touch. Praying that in one week the news will be encouraging!!Franks, thank you for being so wonderful to meand the Hope chapel family. oxoxxo,shelly
ReplyDeletePraise God that the surgery was is over and that the Dr. was able to remove the tumors completely! Praise God that he kept his hand on Curt during the surgery. We will continue to pray for good results from the biopsy.
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The Zautners
Praising the Lord with you Patti & Curt as the surgery was successful and now we remain meeting You on the side of our Savior's heart resting & trusting secure in Him! "There is no one like the God of Jeshurun, who rides on the heavens to help you and on the clouds in His majesty. The eternal God is you refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms." Deut.33:26,27a.
ReplyDeleteMore Big Canadian Hugs covered with His Love , Joy & Peace! Ron & Judy=) Prangnell! XOXOXOXO! Doubles for each of You!
Rejoicing with you! May you rest in His peace, joy and love today! Prayers being sent from Maryland...
ReplyDeleteStep 1: Tumors removed - CHECK - Thanks be to God!
ReplyDeleteStep 2: Continuing to pray without ceasing - CHECK - petitioning our gracious Father for a complete healing.
Step 3: Waiting on results - CHECK - Trusting that you will be filled with God's comfort and peace during the hardest part, the waiting.
Step 4: Getting the results - TBD - finding comfort in knowing that He is in control and will work this all together for good.
Love you and are standing with you as we wait on the Lord together...
Steph and David
You guys get the award for Best Updated Blog. Thanks for the most current information the past few days. And being able to rejoice with answered prayer with you is a blessing.
ReplyDeleteJason and the girls in Brazil are praying earnestly too.
I suppose now that the tumors are gone there is extra space in your brain ! I bet we could all come up with some good ideas on how to fill it.
Memorizing James chapter 1? Studying putting techniques? The merits of organic gardening? A long vacation with Patti creating wonderful memories? So many ways . . .
Love you guys.
Toni
What a gracious God we have.. I know that feeling of cracking jokes, Scott and Suzi said I was a little out of it, but I do remember laughing, probably about my new shaved punk hair cut. This is a wonderful praise report, we will continue praying for the test results, thank you Jesus for all of the wonderful Doctors and and nurses taking care of our dear friend
ReplyDeleteSo wonderful! All praise and glory be to God :-) Aloha ~ Steph Aganos
ReplyDeletePraise the Lord! Curt and Patti you are in my prayers. Your strength and trust in the Lord are an inspiration to me.I only wish I were on Maui to welcome you home!
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Karen Stenersen
Curt,my knees went weak with joy when I read the surgery reports!!! What a great God we have!! Dear Mary Knowles has really been praying for you and wants me to keep her posted daily.We are so thankful for you and Patti and your great kids..May God continue to bless you with HIS healing powers! Joyce Spencer
ReplyDelete:) FABULOUS ... AMAZING .. GREAT.. STUPENDOUS NEWS!!!!!!!!!
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Here are some comments that came into the office via email:
ReplyDeleteThank You God for answered prayer.....I will continue too.....Mahalo, Kathleen Carmical
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Wonderful News!!!
Praise Him in the Highest ...
Joy and Happiness flowing throughout my body.
In His Loving Arms,
D. Kester :)
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Our AWANA clubs were praying for Curt tonight in Truckee, so glad to hear the good news.
Paul Zarubin
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will be continuing to pray
Kim Lacayo
Praise God!!!! Thank you God!!!! SO happy and will pray for it to be gone forever! XO Nicole (Barrera) Aboudaher
ReplyDeleteThank you, Jesus! So great to hear the wonderful news about the surgery. It is just awesome to be a part of the body that prays together. I will keep praying for your entire family.
ReplyDeleteHey Curt & Patti & family
ReplyDeleteSo grateful for the encouraging news of your surgery and to hear you're cracking those jokes! keep up the humor, laughter is such good medicine and the joy of the Lord our strength.
you are loved & prayed for in WA
nancy
Praise God! We are grateful for your good news and we will keep praying for complete recovery. You are such a special family and so very loved!
ReplyDeleteGod bless and keep you every minute as you wait for the test results.
Love, Robyn & Halii
continuing to pray, happy for the positive news
ReplyDeleteJosh
Thanking God and continuing to pray!
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Jeri & cliff