Sorry it has been so long since our last post. We have been keeping extremely busy. We hope you all had a safe and Happy New Year! We had a fabulous time and I will be posting pictures soon!
As you've read in earlier posts, 2008 was a very hard year for us and we were anxiously awaiting the start of 2009. Unfortunately, 2009 hasn't had the best start. We are sad to announce that our precious Peyton (3yr old Lab) has been diagnosed with Melanoma. Yes, the very same disease as her Grandpa Rohde. As you know, Peyton is far more than "just a dog" or "just a pet" to us ... she is our sunshine and we both simply adore her. Please pray for her and for a speedy recovery. The doctors believe that we caught it early and we are hoping (PRAYING) that we did and for a full recovery. We received the test results yesterday (1/14/09) and she went in for surgery this morning (1/15). The doctor called and said that the surgery went very well and that she is recovery just fine. We are sending the entire tumor for pathology to get a full diagnosis so we will better be able to come up with a treatment plan. There is also a possibility that we will be referred to an Oncologist in Tampa. Peyton is only 3 (well, 4 on Feb 3rd) but she has so much more life in her and I can't imagine our family without her there. Words can not even begin to explain how much we love her! Again, thank you for your continued prayers and well wishes!
In more sad news, my Godmother, Connie Fielder in Atlanta is suffering from COPD and Hospice has been brought in ... I am far too familiar with this stage as we recently went through this with Chris' father. It doesn't get any easier but it is good to know what an amazing organization they are and that they are doing all they can to make her comfortable during this time.
On a positive note: we had new floors installed last week and they look absoletely amazing! We chose a light cherry wood for the dining room, living room, hall and all bedrooms. We tiled the foyer, kitchen, and bathrooms. The color combo looks great and both Persephone and Peyton enjoy sprawling out on the floor since it's a bit cooler than the carpet was. Also, we purchased a new hutch for our dining room from craislist (only $75) and it is beautiful! Once things settle down, I will post a few pictures.
Again, we thank you for all of your prayers and well wishes. Please continue to keep our family in your prayers as we are praying for comfort for my Godmother and for Peyton that the cancer has not spread and that she will be just fine for many years to come!!
With love,
The Rohdes
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