On Tuesday October 11, 2011 Leanne (Chin) was diagnosed with breast cancer. This blog will follow her journey. It will share the peaks and valleys along the way. But it will also serve as a way to communicate prayer requests and praises. Join us as we partner with Chin and fight along side her for she "...can do all things through Christ who strengthens her." Phil. 4:13

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The meaning behind Chin ... There is a Chinese restaurant in the Twin Cities named Leann Chin. While Leanne was attending a basketball camp in middle school, a fellow camper had a bag from the restaurant. This camper made the connection between the name of the restaurant and Leanne's name. And the nickname Chin stuck!

Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Chemo #11

Another chemo day done! Leo was at home with Grammie while Aimee went to chemo with Leanne today.

   

We are thankful Leanne has had good enough counts the past few weeks! We are also really thankful for your prayers. Please continue lifting Leanne, Ryan, and their families up in prayer. Here are some specific requests:

  • Minimal side effects from chemo
  • The numbness in her fingers to not spread any further
  • Strength and stamina for Ryan, Leo and their families as they support Leanne
  • Maximum effectiveness from this particular chemo medicine
  • Leo to get better sleep while he is teething

And a huge thanks to whoever keeps the diaper deliveries coming!!

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Chemo #10

Leanne had good counts yesterday so she was able to have chemo today! While Leo stayed home with Grammie, Karen went to chemo with Leanne.

   

 Please keep Leanne in your prayers. Here are some specifics:

  • Minimal side effects from chemo
  • The numbness in her fingers to not spread any further
  • Strength for Leanne to keep fighting
  • Strength and stamina for Ryan, Leo and their families as they support Leanne
  • Restful sleep for Leanne, Ryan, and Leo
  • Maximum effectiveness from this particular chemo medicine
If you ever have any questions about our faith and would like more info, please email us at teamchinny@gmail.com and we would love to talk more.

Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Chemo #8 and some good news!

Leanne got some great news at her appointment with Dr. Bloom this morning! All the spots they saw on her scan in March have shrunk! Dr. Bloom is not convinced they have reached the maximum results from this chemo, so he has decided to continue chemo for 2-3 more months and then do another scan. We are so thankful for God blessing us with these results!

After her appointment, my mom went with Leanne to chemo. Mollie and I were the lucky ones to have a lunch FaceTime date!

 
 

Thanks to Karen for watching Leo today!

We are so thankful for your prayers, support, meals, and encouragement. We could not do this without you! Please keep lifting Leanne up in prayer. Here are some specific requests:

  • Praise God for great results today!
  • Minimal side effects from the chemo for Leanne
  • The numbness in Leanne's fingers to not spread any further
  • Strength and stamina for Leanne, Ryan, Leo, and their families as we start another round of chemo
  • Restful sleep for Leanne
  • Wisdom for Dr. Bloom as he continues making decision regarding Leanne's treatment
If you ever have any questions about our faith and would like more info, please email us at teamchinny@gmail.com and we would love to talk more.

Monday, June 10, 2013

Prayers please

Leanne has asked for prayers for her appointment tomorrow. Her appointment is at 8am with Dr. Bloom and then chemo is right after that.

Please pray for:

  • Freedom from anxiety for Leanne, Ryan, and their families but for Leanne especially. 
  • Peace for TEAM CHIN no matter what the news is tomorrow.
  • Wisdom for Dr. Bloom as he makes decisions about future treatment.
I will post as soon as I know what the results are tomorrow. We covet your prayers. Thanks in advance for joining us in prayer.

If you ever have any questions about our faith and would like more info, please email us at teamchinny@gmail.com and we would love to talk more.

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

No Chemo Tuesday!!

Today was one of Leanne's scheduled weeks off from chemo. We spent the day shopping, crafting, and relaxing. 

Leanne got the results of her genetic testing this evening and she is not a carrier of the BRCA 1 or BRCA 2 gene! We are praising God for the burden that has been lifted off Leanne's heart.

While this has been a restful and relaxing week, there are some big events coming up over the next few days. On Thursday Leanne has a PET scan at 6:45am. We don't know if she will know the results of the scan that day or when she meets with Dr. Bloom next Tuesday. But, know that we will let you know the results once we know them.

Please be praying for:
  • Praise! for the good news from the genetic testing results
  • Peace for Leanne as she has her PET scan. Pray against loneliness and fear during the actual scan
  • Peace for Leanne, Ryan, and their families as they await the results of the scan
  • Peace for Leo as he cannot be around Leanne on Thursday
  • Wisdom for Dr. Bloom as he makes decisions regarding Leanne's future treatment
If you ever have any questions about our faith and would like more info, please email us at teamchinny@gmail.com and we would love to talk more.