I just found out from one of the moms that one of the little girls is on her way to Riley Children's Hospital in Indianapolis because late last night she was taken to the emergency room where a CT scan was done and they found a pretty large cancerous tumor in her tummy. Apparently last week Elsa said her tummy hurt so Susan took her to the doctor where it was determined that nothing was wrong. I guess Elsa kept complaining and stopped eating so Susan took her to the emergency room where after an exam and a CT there was a tumor found. Right now they have no idea what type of cancer it is, but they do know that she will be having surgery as soon as possible to see exactly where it is, how big it is, and to do a biopsy so the right treatment can be started.
Right now there are many unknowns since they are just in the beginning stages of diagnosing what type of cancer and the best treatment plan for Elsa.
Elsa turned two in January and is a beautiful little girl. Elsa was the first Nanjing girl brought home. Susan (her mom) is a fantastic women and is huge asset to our group. She is very intelligent and knows quite a bit about attachment and bonding and has taught us quite a bit as well.
Please lift this family up in prayer as they are embarking on a journey that is every parents nightmare. As soon as I know more I will let you all know, but for now PLEASE PRAY for sweet Elsa.
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I have petitioned the throne on their behalf and will continue to do so.
I will pray for her.
I have just started following your blog in the last week or so. We only live about 2 hours south of Ft. Wayne and our social worker is out of Ft. Wayne. We brought home our son from China a little over a year ago.
I am excited to follow your journey.
I am praying for Susan, Elsa and the whole family. I am honestly in shock right now... I will keep them constantly in my prayers.
Rebecca
Praying!!
Such a sad story to hear about... but we are taking this to the feet of Jesus, and we know He has already died for the sake of such as these, and paid the price with His blood, so that we may be healed. Trusting that He will dissolve this tumor, and that sweet Elsa will be back to enjoying being a little girl in no time! Please do keep us posted.
Hugs,
Tanya
Crying & praying for Elsa & her family - there are no words to describe how they must be feeling right now. Praying for healing for Elsa...please keep us posted.
Does Susan have a blog?
Praying!
My Linzhi is a Nanjing baby too.
Blessings,
Amy
I can not imagine. We are praying !
My heart goes out to your friends and the people around this family that they will feel God's comfort right now.
Oh Mandi- I am so sorry to hear this- these children are such precious gifts from God! I will pray for Elsa and for Susan and her family.
I will check your blog for updates.
Blessings,
Jean
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