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3/21/2018 90 Comments

March 21st, 2018

Chapter Fifteen

My International Day of Happiness

March 20th is known as the International Day of Happiness. Though it is now March 21st, I was scanned on March 20th to receive news this morning that is more than just happy news! It is praise Jesus news! Jump around and dance news! Read on for some exciting reasons to walk outside and say to yourself, “Today is a good and beautiful day.”

there are times when I question the Lord’s presence but, it is in the moments where I lay still on the moving table of a CT or PET scan, that  I know he is with me. I  know he is with me as the contrast from a CT scan rushes through my body, giving off a warm and comforting feeling. I know he is with me as I sit across from Dr. Dreyer and listen to her talk about her passion for my story and my life, not just my cancer and my sickness. I know he is with me as I tap my fingers slowly on the side of my leg during the loud ringing that occurs during my scans. 13 seconds. 13 seconds until the ringing stops and my body inches forward to a new spot, scanning a new area, providing a new moment of relief and moving me towards that moment where I am told that the CT scan shows a decrease in all tumors. That’s right friends!! A decrease in all tumors! Take that, cancer.

Another HUGE and I mean H U G E victory to celebrate: I have just received news from my PET scan reading that all remaining tumor is dead (that’s right, dead!!!!!!!) except for a small portion in my lower neck. Pet scans inform us whether the tumors still present are 
Active Tumors or dead Tumors. Dr. Dreyer says, "this news is truly amazing and remarkable. Way more progress than [she] could have expected." I cried many happy tears. All I can say is that the Lord is good. The power of prayer is good. Today is good.

Some of you may be asking what all of this means. We have learned from my CT scan that all tumors have decreased in size. We know that all remaining tumor tissue is dead except for a small part of my lower neck/upper clavicle area. The remaining (dead) tumor tissue in my chest and abdomen will continue to diminish in size over time. We also learned that the Fluid around my heart and lungs is completely gone. My five rounds of treatment will continue as planned, and I am excited to see the progress my body will make in the months to come.

God is working in all of this. I feel him in everything. I cannot thank you enough for the continued prayers and support.

The fight is not over, but I am one giant step closer to the end of this chapter.

90 Comments
April Zwerneman
3/21/2018 10:12:51 am

Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord!!! Thank you Jesus for this excellent news! And thank you father for the calming peace you have left Rylie !! Aahh our God is so big and so mighty ❤️

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Cindy Courtney
3/21/2018 10:31:22 am

Rylie. I am the mom of the nurse that orchestrated the scrub hats being made at the hospital where your dad works. I’m so happy for this news! I will pass this on to the prayer warriors at church tonight! We won’t stop praying!

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Doreen Reedy
3/21/2018 03:36:09 pm

Rylie, I have followed you through your journey, wear your bracelet to remind me to pray, pray all through the day and rejoice with your Amazon GOD news. So thankful. Will continue to pray. You are an inspiration to us all. Am good friends with your sweet grandparents, Connie and Gary, my husband Eddie is at Graham Oaks next door to your amazing great grandmother,Queenell and friends with your aunt, Ann. I also have an 18 year old granddaughter who is at Texas Tech studying to be an RN or nurse practitioner in the pediatric field. You have made my journey with my husband's vascular dementia easier because of the Joy that shines through your struggles. Thank you, dear. Love and prayers continue.

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Earl Ann Bumpus
3/21/2018 09:10:42 pm

What wonderful news!!!!! God is the great healer and with wonderful doctors and LOTS of prayers from everywhere...I look forward to hearing more great news! You are such an inspiration!

Tonja Eaton
3/21/2018 08:57:03 pm

Happy, happy tears of joy. You are here for a reason, Rylie York. And, you are doing exactly what you are meant to do - loving, living, and inspiring fully. Admire your resilience and faith, and SO grateful for this HUGE step forward in your recovery!!!!!

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Jan Beeson
3/22/2018 10:14:30 pm

Rylie, I am a long time friend of your grandmother's. I have been praying for you nightly and I am thrilled at your good news. I will continue to pray for you and your family. God is good!

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Betty Willis link
3/23/2018 06:50:19 am

Praise God ! Rylie you are young and strong and you have many prayer warriors! You’ve got this!

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Bailey Passarella
3/21/2018 10:23:03 am

You are such a legend Rylie York!! I am so happy for you!

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Ruth Sweet
3/21/2018 10:29:08 am

Hooray!!! Praise the Lord!! Such great news sweetie.

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Vidya
3/21/2018 10:31:56 am

Praise the Lord! I have been waiting for this news since yesterday. You are winning, keep up the fight. Love ---- Vidya

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Pop Pop
3/21/2018 10:32:32 am

God is so good!!! Tears of joy are rolling down my face as I type this......love you so much, sweet granddaughter....what a testimony....

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Judy Robins
3/22/2018 03:22:37 pm

James (your Pop Pop) and Marti (your Mimi) are dear friends of mine. While reading your next chapter, my tears of joy and praise to our Father for blessing you with great news! You have an unbelievable strength because of your faith. You are such a blessing to so many. Many, many prayers being sent on your behalf. You are kicking cancer's booty!

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Laurie McDonnell
3/21/2018 10:35:25 am

Crying lots of joyous tears sweet girl! Praise God! Continuing our prayers!!

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Lesley Boyd
3/21/2018 10:37:19 am

Choked up reading this, but I don't know why bc this is what we have all been begging and pleading for from He who is able! So THRILLED for you!

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Mimi
3/21/2018 10:38:58 am

Praising God and thanking Him for His love and care over us all. I am like Pop Pop, tears of joy!
I am so grateful for the wonderful medical care you are receiving
Love, love, love you sweet Rylie💕

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Mays Street Boutique
3/21/2018 10:53:07 am

I was talking with your grandmother at the store just yesterday and feeling such positivity. This news is exactly what I was expecting :) You inspire so many and will continue to inspire all of us for years to come Rylie! Can't wait to see you and your Mom again.

XOXO,
Sandy

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Hannah Tondre
3/21/2018 11:04:46 am

This is absolutely amazing! So happy and proud of you sweet girl! Keep kicking cancers a$$!

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Jason Fuller
3/21/2018 11:08:37 am

Such great news. We will continue to pray for healing and comfort.

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Evelyn Busby
3/21/2018 11:10:56 am

Answered Prayers!

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Virginia
3/21/2018 11:15:47 am

wow! God is truly amazing! i’ve loved reading your story and following your journey! your so inspiring Rylie! Gods got this girl!

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Brenda Kouri
3/21/2018 11:23:05 am

Wow! I am so happy for you! This is amazing news!

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Darla Thomas
3/21/2018 11:25:22 am

wonderful news Rylie - praise God!

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Dee Dee
3/21/2018 11:29:04 am

Praise Jesus! God is good ALL the time!! Tears of joy streaming down my face.

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Alissa Jones
3/21/2018 11:30:21 am

Best news ever! I am so happy to hear this! God is Good!!

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Kelly Condon
3/21/2018 11:33:06 am

I am so so happy for you! Dancing around the room for you! We will keep up the fight on our end too.

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Wendy Downs
3/21/2018 11:40:08 am

He is listening...💜🙏
Such wonderful news, stay strong, and keep smiling! We all love you!

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Jenny
3/21/2018 11:45:50 am

I am praising God today with you for such a huge incredible report!! I am thankful that you are kicking cancer’s butt!! You are an amazing young lady!

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Chris washington
3/21/2018 11:48:11 am

YES!

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Deeanne Litton
3/21/2018 11:51:40 am

That is God, indeed! I’m dancing round the room giving all Glory to HIM! Oh beautiful one, you are a living, faithful, and grace filled life to witness to us all! Prayers of thanksgiving to Him for His wonder is worked in the young woman you are! #wonderwoman
Love hugs and continued prayers
The Waco Littons

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Shiva Waldecker
3/21/2018 11:52:44 am

Hooray! such great news! It's time for a happy dance. Sending you hugs you courageous girl!

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Rebecca Lingerfelt
3/21/2018 12:08:04 pm

PRAISE JESUS! I am sitting in my car wiping tears of joy and saying Thank you Lord! This is awesome and I am so very happy for you and your family! God is so good- all the time God is so good! 😘💜

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Julie lightfoot
3/21/2018 12:10:09 pm

Praise the lord!!! You are one very strong young and beautiful lady!!! I don’t know you but I knew your mom and love watching her family grow. I will keep praying sweet girl!!!

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Becki Stewart
3/21/2018 12:11:19 pm

Yay Rylie!!! God is so good! Continuing to pray for strength and healing for you.

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Nadia Martinez
3/21/2018 12:12:03 pm

Praise the Lord🙌🏻 He is good! Big hugs!

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Cathy Shaw
3/21/2018 12:19:52 pm

Praise God! Thank you Jesus!

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Jen Tew
3/21/2018 12:44:27 pm

God is GOOD!!! All praise to Him. I am thanking Him today and continue to pray over you and your health Rylie.

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Kim Ahart link
3/21/2018 01:14:26 pm

Amen! I have had you in my prayers . I believe in the power of prayer. I will continue praying 🙏You got this Rylie💕

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Kim link
3/21/2018 01:21:11 pm

Oh sweet Rylie such amazing news, God is so good!! So thankful for Dr Dryer, your sweet nurses, technicians and friends and family all caring for you so well!! We love you!! Keep writing, we all need to hear your story😍😘 Well done💜

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Ann Chenault
3/21/2018 01:23:56 pm

I’ve been on pins & needles waiting for this amazing news!!! I am so elated at news & awed, though not surprised, at the good news God has given to us about & through you!!! My prayers will continue as we continue to defeat the devil!!! #the devil is going down #he already has!

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Lexi Rinehart
3/21/2018 01:36:09 pm

I am so thrilled to hear this! I will continue to pray for you. Your outlook is amazing and God is honoring it!

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Elizabeth Brenenstuhl
3/21/2018 01:43:55 pm

Praise God!!! So thrilled to read this need! Thanking Gof for His goodness, His love and His faithfulness! Will continue to pray!

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Audrey Arechiga-Kajs
3/21/2018 01:50:14 pm

So happy for you and your family! This must have been so good for them to hear. You keep healing and we will keep praying!

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Kristin Lester
3/21/2018 02:14:24 pm

Praise the Lord! The Lord is our healer and he is with you and your family.

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Grandma & PaPa
3/21/2018 02:21:34 pm

Happy tears of J O Y. Great reports on both scans. All prayers continue. Love you til the 12th of never.

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Gwen Krone
3/21/2018 02:36:40 pm

Such great news! Our God is such a great God! 🙏🙏 So so happy for you!

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Carla Catozzi
3/21/2018 02:53:19 pm

Thank you Jesus!!! Such great news!!! God is good and he will always be with you and take care of you. Prayers for more success in this
battle against cancer.

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Kathie Dyer
3/21/2018 03:11:15 pm

God is so awesome and you are a shining light for Him Rylie! So so happy to hear this incredible news! Siccancer sweet girl!

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Stephanie Vanskike
3/21/2018 03:13:55 pm

PTL!! Praying for more to come!

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Sandy Childs
3/21/2018 03:32:25 pm

This is wonderful news - The medicine is working and God has his hands around you - reading this tonight gave me such peace - God is definitely good

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Jenny Jacomides
3/21/2018 04:36:26 pm

Rylie, Rylie!!!! Fantastic wonderful news! We are so so so overjoyed for you and your family. Now tell me please, what should I eat at Magnolia Table?

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Maddie
3/21/2018 04:40:44 pm

RYLIE!!! I am so HAPPY to hear this amazing news. The power of prayer truly is remarkable and your bravery and courage is not only inspiring, but contagious! Know that I have and will continue to keep you in my prayers. One of my favorite Bible verses is Hebrews 11:1, and I believe that you have and will continue to let your Faith guide you and we are right behind you. Thank you for sharing your story :).

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Elizabeth melber
3/21/2018 04:48:45 pm

Rye. WOW!! I am so happy for you and thankful for God's amazing grace and love he has poured into you. I love you so much!

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Jack Lancaster
3/21/2018 05:28:22 pm

This is such awesome and wonderful news. Connor sent us a text with the good news just as soon as he found out. Happy tears here. Just know that we love you and will keep praying.

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Sharon Foster
3/21/2018 06:10:47 pm

Praise God! What an answer to prayer! So happy to celebebrate with you this incredible news! My family continues to pray for you until that glorious day that you are totally cancer free! 💚💛💚

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Karmon Hill
3/21/2018 06:30:45 pm

Giant happy tears. This is every parent's nightmare, but you are every parent's dream. You keep fighting and we will keep praying. Love you and your family.

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Kristin Parker
3/21/2018 06:38:07 pm

HALLELUJAH! HALLELUJAH! HALLELUUUUUJAH!!!!

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Jill Calder
3/21/2018 06:41:38 pm

Praise God for this news and answered prayers! We will keep the them coming! Sic cancer, Rylie! God is good and fighting with you! My love and prayers!

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Simmie
3/21/2018 06:42:33 pm

All I can say is, Praise GOD!!! As I drive to work each morning, I watch the sun rise and pray for healing. I am so happy for you and your family. I know this journey is not finished but Riley, you are mature beyond your years, poised, full of grace and love. What a remarkable woman you have become!

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Julia Engelmann
3/21/2018 07:03:01 pm

This is Truly such amazing news and proof of the power of prayer!! Continuing prayers for you Rylie..cant wait for my bracelet!! If you are over at Connor's on the weekend and have some time please pop by our house so we can give you a hug! Congrats!!!

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Cindy Graf
3/21/2018 07:11:53 pm

Praise the Lord! Keep that beautiful chin up the rest of this fight cause your kicking that cancer!

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Kate Dean
3/21/2018 07:50:36 pm

What glorious news. Praise God!

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Shelby
3/21/2018 08:18:44 pm

Such a good day! Thank you Jesus in your grace and kindness you are healing our Rylie girl! So grateful you are reassured of his presence and nearness! Rejoicing with you today! Love you so much!

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Jill Turley
3/21/2018 08:20:27 pm

YES!! I knew you would make it through this Rylie! God really is amazing:)

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Margie
3/21/2018 08:23:23 pm

My eyes flow over & my heart beats with excitement... full of joy. God is great, & he knows you're his precious child! Thank you... keep watching & healing your amazing child.

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Debra
3/21/2018 08:40:31 pm

All I can say is God is good all the time, and all the time God is good! I couldn’t be happier for you and more amazed by your courage, strength and perseverance. You are an inspiration to us all. Love you girl❣️

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Jenny G
3/21/2018 09:35:00 pm

The best is seeing more than answered prayers but with haste and a joyful heart. I’m so glad you’ve been given such wonderful news. God is good all the time. You are living a John 3:30 life for sure💪🏼❤️

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Deborah
3/21/2018 11:55:57 pm

You are such a beautiful young lady, inside and out. God has put you here for a special purpose. Bless you. This is wonderful news.

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Morgan Peterson
3/22/2018 09:40:30 am

I was reading this during class after I finished all of my work after I read all I had on my face was just a ginormous smile and saying in my head “ Wow Rylie is so close to beating cancer” Rylie everyone at CTMS is cheering for you and hoping that you can beat cancer. Go team RYE

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Holly Bhasin link
3/22/2018 12:35:22 pm

Rylie,

That is truly amazing news! We miss you in ZOI and you are constantly in our thoughts & prayers! Continue to be strong & keep fighting!

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Julia Shaver
3/22/2018 12:42:12 pm

HALLELUJAH!!! We knew God would take care of this... we just didn’t know exactly how. I know your grandparents and parents were beaming to hear this precious report. So many, myself included, are overwhelmed with JOY that our God loves us so and answers the cries of those who call on His Name. Thank you, Jesus!

So happy for you, Rylie, sweet girl, — and your dear family!
Keeping up the prayers and praises...
❤️💜❤️ Love to you all, Julia S

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Cindy Thoene
3/22/2018 01:57:14 pm

Wow!! The power of prayer!!! Thank you God! You are amazing and strong Rylie!! So happy for this wonderful news!!!

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Melissa Strachan
3/22/2018 02:22:30 pm

Wow! What a beautiful chapter of wonderful news! God is AMAZING and you are a ROCKSTAR!

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Lisa
3/22/2018 04:43:44 pm

So happy to hear. Praise the Lord! Blessings for all of you.

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Gloria Villella
3/22/2018 04:55:06 pm

Rylie, I went to high school with your grandfather and met Marti at some of our reunions. I have been praying for you daily and have shared your story with my Sunday School class and Women's Bible Study group. I live in Pennsylvania and wanted to let you know you have quite a few people here praying for you. I am praising God for answering my prayers for you! What an awesome God we serve! I will continue to pray for you. Baylor will be getting a "fighter" for sure!!

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Cindy Ñoutherback
3/22/2018 05:03:55 pm

I am in awe and full of
such joy .

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Carole Ganthier
3/22/2018 05:31:18 pm

This great news. God is great! Praise The Lord, our God and His everlasting mercy.

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Ricky and Pat Gwin
3/22/2018 07:01:01 pm

Rylie, praise God the great healer for this wonderful news! It was already a beautiful day but now it is jubilant! Praying and thanking God for your healing! Keeping you in our prayers. (We are friends of your Grandparents)
Ricky and Pat Gwin

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Amanda Greene
3/22/2018 08:09:30 pm

What Amazing News! God is Good!

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Jennifer Johnston
3/22/2018 08:34:58 pm

There are not enough heart or smiley emojis in the world to show how happy I am for you and your family! Keep fighting and faith always wins. 💙💚💛💜

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Heather
3/23/2018 04:16:34 am

We continue to lift you up in Cypress, Texas, knowing God is worthy of our trust. This post fills our hearts with joy. We praise God for your healing and even more for your faithfulness. 💚💛🤟

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Jim & Sharon Silver
3/23/2018 08:51:34 am

Wonderful news! The treatments are working! There is a long journey ahead, but what a motivation to know that all the painful and inconvenient effort is having a direct effect! So, when you are taking the next treatment and it is dragging on, you will KNOW that you are directly knocking out cancer! There is still a long road ahead, but you are almost in the downhill part of treatment. As an athlete, you know that when you are close to a win you have to give that extra effort to secure that win! Godspeed Rylie! Let's win this one!

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Bobbi Brekke
3/23/2018 11:39:44 am

Rylie, This is fantastic news! I'm so happy for you. - Ms. Brekke

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Susan Lucenay link
3/23/2018 12:00:24 pm

Rylie, praise God!! Whoop!! Our God is so much bigger than that stupid cancer!! Love to you and your family.. and prayers every day...

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Julie Goforth
3/23/2018 02:02:42 pm

Yay Rylie!!!

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Jo Spark
3/24/2018 09:06:14 pm

Rylie, I am very good friends with your Mimi and Pop-pop. I know that your faith, your family, and your spirit will carry you through any trials you may face. So many are inspired by your witness, and we are all praying that each day will bring more good news for you. We will continue to hold you and your family close in our thoughts and prayers.

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Tom and Jeanie Johnson
3/25/2018 08:51:47 am

We are so proud excited for this amazing news! God is faithful and He is being glorified by your testimony and your faithfulness to Him. I am a good friend of your Mimi and I had the privilege of teaching your sweet Mother in elementary music. We have loved you, not knowing you, and we are privileged to pray for you and see God’s amazing healing in your body.😊❤️🙏

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Allison Notgrass
3/27/2018 07:10:56 am

This is the BEST NEWS!!!! The power of prayer is at work in your life. Sending love and hugs!

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Briana
3/28/2018 12:23:39 am

Hey Rylie, a friend of mine led me to your page. I’m 19, I’m a freshman at the University of Oklahoma, and I just got diagnosed with lymphoma. Could you text me? I just want to talk to someone who’s a step ahead of me because I’m surrounded by loving people but no one really knows what to expect and it can make me feel out here by myself sometimes ya know. Big fan of your blog :) This is my number 918-289-3456.

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Carla Catozzi
3/28/2018 08:14:05 am

Rylie it was great to see you at the 2018 Swim Team Banquet! Continued prayers for a successful recovery!

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The Elder Family
3/28/2018 09:30:29 pm

Such fantastic and positive news. You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. We love you all very much.

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