Aaron just completed his latest PET-scan to check out the status of his insides. The good news is things are still looking clear! His oncologist gave him the green light to go back to work, as well to have his port removed. At his August scan report, Aaron's lungs hadn't healed much from the chemo. But this time, the images revealed Aaron's lungs had radically improved. 

When we go to the doctor's office to hear the results of Aaron's scans, he is pensive. He listens very closely as he knows his life is affected by the outcomes. He doesn't understand everything that's said, and so after the meeting he'll ask us questions. He was very interested in looking at the PET-scan from March compared to the most recent scan. It mades him realize how much cancer was inside of him. He was a mess!

It's been a long time since Aaron has been to work. Prior to his cancer diagnosis, his work schedule was thrown off because of COVID cases at work, his mom's hip surgery, and other factors. To say he's excited to return to the Union Gospel Mission is an understatement.

Just prior to his latest scan, Aaron went on a trip that had been scheduled for last February. He finally got to go to Alabama to see aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends he hadn't seen in a long time. For all the travel, he held up really well. And he got a good feel for the deep south, as he also visited Mississippi, Georgia, and for a few moments, South Carolina. He tried eating grits, hush puppies, Mississippi BBQ and beneigts. Everyone was so hospitable and friendly. Photos from the trip accompany this post.

Aaron's hair has returned, albeit a slightly bit more wavy than before. He's okay with it, but it's a constant reminder that, in some ways, he will never be the same after what he endured.

We are glad to be moving forward, but never want to forget all the prayers and kindness we received through some tough days. Aaron's survival depended on an expert team of people who stepped up big time to see him through. We thank God for the multitude of graces he provided.