MY 2mm God changer

It started in the 2021 summer, when I found out I carried THE cancer causing gene, which My Dad had. Because of that gene, I had to visit a few extra specialty doctors - like an OB Oncologist, A Breast Oncologist and revisit my GI. All these visits were "Fun?" - not!

The OB doc and I discussed and agreed to a total hysterectomy. This would remove the majority of the odds that I would get ovarian cancer. I was happy to reduce the odds of getting a very invasive cancer. Long story short: Because of my Cancer Gene, the Dr. automatically sent the ovaries and Fallopian Tubes to the Lab.

If My Doctor had not sent in the Fallopian Tubes, the lab would not have found my cancer. Stage one! Thank You GOD!!

The size was 2mm... smaller than a mustard seed! Until this point, the only thing I used a Mustard Seed for was to talk about FAITH. I KNEW God was in control!!!

By April of 2022 I had completed my FIRST Chemotherapy.

I would not wish Chemotherapy on anyone. I couldn't work.

• I now understand how "Bad" Things can happen for "Good" Reasons. AND GOD can use all of it!

• I have learned a lot about How it feels to go through Chemotherapy, what "Cancer Brain" Is, (It is a fogginess which is like dementia except it comes and goes and can involve short, medium or long term memories. It can last a few minutes or the whole treatment time and according to my doctor, usually goes away within 6 months of finishing treatment.) As of this Update: 3-30-2026, I still have some Brain issues and they may be permanent. BUT GOD is getting me through!

• I am thankful for my loving husband who is still helping me through all this cancer "stuff"! Thank you GOD for him!!! Update: In 2024, I had a relapse- eight spots throughout my insides - including My Liver.

• I have learned THAT the devil tries to weaken us through doubts caused by Cancer. BUT GOD strengthens us! STAY FOCUSED ON GOD!

• I have learned who in my circle are true friends who can be counted on and who are only friends when it is convenient. GOD was ALWAYS near and listened to all of my prayers! HE doesn't Mind if I complain again about My Treatments. I TRY to stay Positive!!

• I Have learned that my strength CAN and DOES come from GOD, because there were many days where I would not have gotten out of bed except for the strength given to me by GOD.

I thank GOD for all HE has done for me and for continuing HIS helping me through this time in my life!! I pray that I will remember ALL of the GOD lessons I have learned while battling my cancer!

Okay - maybe it was a 2mm (less than 1/16 Inch) ME changer - but it changed my view of GOD!

Update: 03-30-2026: I am to be seeing OSU to see if I qualify for a research study. I have a new spot on my liver and increasing Cancer Antigens in my blood work. If I am not eligible for the research program I will begin my fourth round of chemo April 30th.

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If you have cancer or know anyone who has cancer - AND IS A CHRISTIAN - I would REALLY like to talk to them. Please share this Message with them. Kari M.