Overview

On January 24, 2014, Aaron was diagnosed with cancer.

Aaron expressed a great desire to chronicle this journey as he fights to win this battle with cancer. He has asked that I, his sister Kim, create and update this blog for all of his family, friends, clients, and anyone who wishes to follow along as he fights to overcome this trial.

Aaron told me that all the Facebook comments, text messages and phone calls have been such a great source of strength and faith-fortifier for him. He and Beth are so grateful for the love and kindness shown, and the promises of prayers given. Aaron says these things have truly encouraged him & strengthened his will to win this battle. So, I'm asking you on behalf of our entire family to never hesitate to send him your love and support via FB, text, email, phone, or comments on this blog because it means so much to him. (Even if you only know "of" him through friends or family members!) He loves reading your encouraging words; he said they "really pump me up." Aaron was in tears when we figured that he may have as many as 1,000 people praying for him already, from dear friends and family to complete strangers. It is so humbling. Thank you so much.

We all know Aaron is large in stature, with viking blood running through his veins. He would be a formidable challenger to any opponent, and we know that it is no different in this situation as he sets out to battle cancer.

Friday, February 14, 2014

Entry 14: Saying Goodbye to Beardey

Much to his chagrin, Aaron had to shave his beard yesterday:( His radiation simulation appointment is today and they are fitting him for his mask, so it had to go. Aaron was pretty unhappy about it. He told me he wasn't sure how he was going to watch "Duck Dynasty" anymore because it will hurt too much. (I'm pretty sure Aaron and those guys would hit it off!) 

Here is the proof...I am sorry, Aaron! :( 
Hmph...
"I'm not gonna cry, I'm not gonna cry..."
We talked about him keeping a mustache a la Ron Swanson, but he ultimately decide he's just not a 'stache kind of guy
Finished product!! He and Beth were sad to say goodbye to the beard he's had for six years (though lately Aaron said it had become "a fortress"). I told him now he looks like a military man:) ready for battle! 

Happy Valentine's Day, Aaron!! We love you, beard or no beard!! 

And Happy Valentine's Day, Beth!! Hope your kiddos feel better soon :( (they woke up sick this morning!) and that you get to relax for a little bit at some point today! 


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  1. JulieFebruary 14, 2014 at 10:11 AM

    Now that's the old missionary Aaron we know and love!!

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  2. Bob DonaldsonFebruary 20, 2014 at 10:56 PM

    Still look good bud, but not too happy about losing the beard...God bless and take care. We send all the love we can muster from Montreal Kaybek. Love you!

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  3. LahryeFebruary 21, 2014 at 10:16 AM

    So that is what you look like -- Matt gave me the blog address and I have been following the treatments.
    Call me when you can, I have a question on the gmail account.

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