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First, lookie who feels better today! Diesel! Here we are before I left for Dr. L’s office today for chemo:

 

 

But now I’m home. First the good news (good in a roundabout way haha)…..I’m anemic and my platelets are too low to continue chemo this week. When Dr. L told me that I yelled “YES!!!!” and just started beaming. Seriously, it’s like a snow day or vacation. I went in thinking I’d have an 8 hour day today of chemo and then I’d be in bed for the next 3 or 4 days. I consider that good news today. Now, I’m at home in the beautiful weather dreaming about what I’m going to do today!

Now for the awesome news…..the news that Dr. L said “is the best news you’ve had in a long time”……

The results from my scan came back:

1. The tumors on my lungs have been annihilated. They are about the size of top of pencil now. They are considered scar tissue. Woot!
2. The new cyst-like tumor that was causing so much pain in my pelvis has basically DISAPPEARED. Miracle!
3. The 6cm tumor that was chemo-resistant and growing back in my pelvis area has been reduced to 1cm…..a shrunken little piece of choriocarcinoma. 3rd line of chemo is working (and maybe those coffee and wheatgrass enemas? haha)
4. The lesion on my liver is no longer considered metastatic disease. I can live with that.

That is SIGNIFICANT improvement!

Thank you God. Thank you God. Thank you God.

I’ve been rescheduled to have chemo next week. Then maybe 2 or 3 more cycles of chemo and we’ll see where we are. It seems to be a trend that the tumors increase on the weeks that I have Methotrexate. So the yucky Cisplatinum might be the only stuff I get from now on. I’ll probably have another PET scan then to see what lights up with activity. I’ll be tested weekly to monitor my HCG levels to make sure nothing comes back….because if it comes back….it comes back quick we’ve learned.

Thank you for your continued prayers! I wanted to update everyone early….and now I’m going to do something fun today šŸ™‚

I don’t think the awesomeness of the news has quite hit me yet.Ā  I still have lots of family to call. I’m not going to die anytime soon. Woot!

Seriously….I needed that news! I haven’t had any good news since October from a doctor. This rocks.

Thank you for all the encouragement and support. So much love from all of you!

Love,

Ashley

About Ashley Hackshaw

Living a simple, creative life in #smalltownusa Bryson City, NC. Renovating a 1960s ranch house and an old train depot. Thank you for reading! Read more in my about section.Ā 

Comments

  1. Ursie says

    God is AMAZING!!!!!! Such wonderful news…so happy!!!
    Power of prayer is SO strong!!!
    You look great!!!
    Your puppy is adorable!!!
    Enjoy your day!

  3. luvinthemommyhood says

    Best news I’ve heard!!!!! I am soooooooooooooooooooo happy for you!!! Sending out more great vibes your way. You are in my thoughts everyday. xoxoxo

  4. Summer @ Made By Munchie's Mama says

    That is such wonderful news! I am so very excited for you….seriously so happy!!! Happy happy happy!

  6. Rebecca says

    So so so so SO happy for you and your family! This is wonderful news! You are a fighter and you have been fighting hard, you go girl!

  8. Melissa says

    I don’t personally know you, but I have been following your story for months! Great news – I got goosebumps and teary eyed when I read!! Hooray!!

  9. Kim Riley says

    Cancer Survivor here and you just gave me chills……continued prayers and good thoughts<3.

  10. Amber M. says

    I have been meaning to send you a message. I found your blog through watching your Rite of Passage video [cried like a little baby] post on another blog and I was seriously taken aback by the Cancer Chronicles section of your blog. Your immense positivity is incredibly inspiring, I am SO glad for your great news today! !Even on the bad days it seems you find the good in something and how important it is to not let the negativity of the word cancer take a hold on your mind. And I was so glad to read the natural methods (wheat grass is amazing [not good tasting] and the coffee enimas). Good for you!

    I lost my brother to colon cancer just under a year ago. He was 32 and it was so sudden. I’m so glad that you are spreading hope for those who are maybe going through the same thing or are watching someone else fight through the process. Keep your chin up and keep fighting!! It’s working šŸ™‚

  11. Natalie Jones says

    CONGRATS ON THE AWESOME NEWS!!! I’ve got my fingers and toes crossed for only good news for you from here on out!

  12. Ravae says

    I am seriously JUMPING FOR JOY right now!!! This news is so amazing and I couldn’t be happier for you!!! WOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOO!!!!! Such well deserved FANTASTIC news!!! WOO! I’m sooooo thrilled! I have NO DOUBT you found something incredible to do today and can’t wait to hear about it!

  15. Connie says

    This news just made me smile….Soooo happy for you…Enjoy your day and your week…

  19. Ali says

    Yay- that’s the best news I’ve heard in a while! I hope you do something special to enjoy your day off!

  27. Jesse B says

    AHHHHH!!!! Thank you God!!!! We will be celebrating all of your good news here in Missouri!!!!! ENJOY YOUR DAY!!!!!!! WOO HOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  30. Kat says

    I am in tears! You are on my mind and I’m praying for you every time I think of you and that is a lot!

    God is Awesome!

    I am sooooooooooooooooo glad!!!

  32. Sarah says

    Sooooo happy for you! What wonderful news! All of our prayers are working! Enjoy your day off! xo

  34. Rebecca MCBride says

    Oh thank you JESUS!!! You are such a healer!! Ashley have a great rest, and fun day!!

  35. Jo says

    Ashley – I can’t even begin to tell you how happy this makes me. I’ve been praying every day for you. Miracles can and do happen and you are now living proof. God bless you and I will always, always, every day pray for you, even when you tell us there isn’t a trace of cancer in your body. Bless you.

  36. ASP says

    Best news evvvvver! I was looking at your blog last night and my husband walked by and asked, “How’s she doing?” to which I replied you were waiting for your test results and now I CANNOT wait to share the AWESOME news with him! Yay, yay and more yay! Sending lots of love from Chicago! XXXXX

  43. Lexie says

    Fabulous! You rock Ashley! It is so amazing that you are being so honest and sharing this journey with us-I have tears in my eyes reading this news. I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOU! Continued blessings for your excellent health. Enjoy your “sun” day!

  44. stacy says

    thinking about you and praying. God DOES answer prayers and you are proof. He is working through you.

  45. Carrie says

    Crying tears of happiness for you Ashley!! God is sooooo good. There are a bunch of people rejoicing with you today!! Enjoy your ‘snow day’ in the desert!!

  46. melinda Hershkowitz says

    so so so happy for you!!!! I was waiting impatiently everyday for some good news!! you are such an inspiration!!!

  48. Amie says

    Completely AMAZING news! I handed out CHOOSE JOY bracelets to all the ladies in my Bible Study yesterday and shared your story with them. You continue to inspire me, and I pray that the GREAT news just keeps on coming!! Enjoy your beautiful day off :)!!

  50. Meredith K says

    Oh my gosh this is the BESTEST news EVER, I am so happy to hear this <3 What a wonderful day this is, yay yay for miracles. Hugs to you!

  52. Tiffany says

    WOOT WOOT!!!!!!!! That is the VERY BEST NEWS. So very happy to read this just now. Enjoy the beautiful day out Ashley you totally deserve it.

    xo

  53. Kirsty says

    Happy Dancing for you Ashley!! You so deserve good news Beautiful! (((big hugs))) ~ Kirsty

  55. laura~eye candy event details says

    OMG I am so teary-eyed with so much JOY for you right now! PRAISE GOD PRAISE GOD!!!! He is soo soo good & MIRACLES happen all the time & I just feel so privileged to be witnessing God work yours & have a front row seat to watch Him work!!! That is such wonderful news . . heck girl – that just made MY day!!!!!
    ENJOY your day! WOOT WOOT all the way from OHIO!!!!! =) xoxo

  60. Jennifer says

    Miracles still happen every day! Praying for complete healing and more fun days ahead!

  61. Tara Ondrick says

    Yay! I am so very, very happy for you and your family! Take time to enjoy the chemo free day šŸ™‚
    With Love,
    Tara

  63. Ashley says

    I am SO glad to hear some good news for you! It absolutely made my day. I get discouraged and tend to sit back and let my life pass me by. No real reason….just lots of excuses. You motivate me to love more passionately and live more vibrantly! I am SO SO SO overjoyed! Prayers work and I have no doubt that your body will continue to heal. šŸ™‚ I’m sorry that you are going through everything that you have had to endure, but I am so thankful for these lessons on love, life and being so graceful that you are sharing with all of us!

  64. Teri says

    Thank you for the wonderful news Ashley ! I say “donuts for everyone ” !!! Thank God for the miracle of you ! Enjoy this glorious day. PTL !!!!!

  65. DeeDee says

    I couldn’t click in here fast enough! I was smiling so big while reading! AWESOME news girlie! BIG HUGS to you! šŸ™‚

  66. Jenny says

    Oh my God this is amazing news!!!!!!! I am over the moon excited for you and hope you take today to do something very, very fun!

    Wahooooooooo!!!

  74. Danielle says

    Fantastic! I’ve never met you but I’m crying tears of joy for you with this news. You were an inspiration to me before you were diagnosed with cancer and you are even more so now. You’ve handled all this with such amazing grace and strength. God bless you! (Ok, I sound like I’m an eighty year old woman instead of 30 something.)

  75. Karyn G. says

    YAYYYY!! YAYYY! Diesel pooping all over the bed was a sign of good luck! So so happy for you and your family! Enjoy your day Ashley. šŸ™‚

  76. Colleen says

    So happy for you… I have tears in my eyes. I’ve always been a passive lurker, but this is definitely worth commenting on. Woot!!

  79. caroline says

    I have been following your story and I am in tears for your wonderful news. Thank God. You have truly been an inspiration to so many and it is now time for you to heal and get on with your life.

  83. Penny Floyd says

    Hi, Ashley. I’ve been following your blog since Christmas, when I clicked on an “Elf on a Shelf” picture on PInterest, of all places! We have the same kind of humor…..anyhoo, late one night, I was purusing Pinterest and happened on one of your Elf pics and clicked on it. It led me to your website/blog, which I started reading. Well, needless to say, it captured my heart and I prayed for you and HAVE been praying for you ever since. Even though I don’t know you personally, I feel like I could do a happy dance for you today!!! This is wonderful news! God has plans for you, Ashley, and I’m thrilled to have “met” you and be able to catch a glimpse of your life and how God is working in it and through it. I pray God’s blessings and pray that He will be honored and praised through this!! šŸ˜€

  84. Juli says

    That is awesome Ashley! Great news for you and your family. Just relax and enjoy the rest of this week. So happy for you. Prayer works!

  85. Lizzie says

    Ashely this is the best news EVER!!!!!! I am so happy for you! I am just sitting and smiling so big! Yay! I’ll keep praying for you! Have a great day with no chemo and fabulous news!!!!

  86. Jessie Stewart says

    YAY! That is great news! Continued prayers that you won’t have to go through this much longer šŸ™‚

  88. Meredith M. says

    YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANK YOU GOD!!!!!!!! Praise Praise Praise! I am always praying girl! lots of love!

  89. Kristen W. says

    What amazing news! I am so excited for you and your family! Now go off and enjoy the day with your family. You deserve some fun! Continued thoughts and prayers headed your way!

  90. Merideth says

    This made me tear up! I’m so happy for you! What fantastic news! Go have an awesome day. I hope you do something really fun. Woohoo!

  96. Jamie says

    I have been following your blog for a while now. I am so so happy for you and your family for all that great news today! God is good and I love hearing about all the miracles he performs in everyone’s life! I’m sure he is going to continue to bless you. Congratulations šŸ™‚

  97. April says

    Amazing news!! No go and enjoy the day and celebrate with the people you love! thank God for protecting and healing you.

  99. Lee-Ann says

    That is terrific news!!!!! So SUPER happy for you! Have an awesome time on your Snow Day. šŸ™‚

  100. catherine c says

    YAY!!! if anyone deserves this awesome news it is YOU! How can someone who inspires so much joy in others attract nothing but good things to her! You are so deserving of this miracle!!! Continued prayers coming your way! Enjoy your day and keep smiling!!

  101. Sarah says

    God answers prayer! What an amazing story you have. It’s neat to see how God is using this to heal and encourage others. So, so amazing!

  104. Amy says

    Oh Ashley, FINALLY!!! Prayers answered……I am beaming for you!!! Enjoy this day the Lord has given you and I know you must feel like you are walking on air! HUGS!!!
    ~Amy

  105. Heather says

    PRAISE THE LORD!!! That is the best news I’ve heard in quite some time. Our GOD is still in the business of performing miracles! Congratulations Ashley, you deserve to have a fun-filled day! Will continue to pray for you and your family! You WILL beat this! :))

  106. Nancy says

    I’m so happy for you!!! I usually just read quietly about your day to day… today I just had to comment… you’ve brought tears; very happy tears… Have a wonderful day!

  107. Mary says

    WOO HOO!!! YAY!!!!!! HOOORAYYY!!! So so happy for you!!! The best news EVER!!! Have a super duper fun day!!! xxoo

  110. Lisa says

    So thankful for the news of your healing. What an awesome God we serve! Hooray!!!!!!!!!!! Have a fun week filled with creativity and memories!

  113. Mary Jane Postiglioe says

    I am in complete happy tear mode!!!! Amen is all I can say! Enjoy your day:)

  114. Teresa says

    Amazing news Ashley! So happy to read this post! Have a wonderful weekend and I’m sure we will all keep the thoughts and prayers coming!

  117. Biggi says

    Was fĆ¼r schƶne Neuigkeiten und was fĆ¼r ein sĆ¼ĆŸes Hundebaby. Ich wĆ¼nsche dir einen tollen Tag.

    Liebe GrĆ¼ĆŸe aus Deutschland sendet dir Biggi

  118. Robin says

    Hurray for such FABULOUS news Ashley! I am sure you are going to be entertaining us and enlightening us for a very long time yet!

    Hope you do something fabulous to celebrate- have TWO donuts!

  119. Steph says

    Oh PRAISE GOD! And I’m pretty agnositic on the God thing .. hah hah. Long time reader, rarely comment. Praying for you in my culturally Christian way. Hopefully He or It or They or Karma or whatever hears us all. Enjoy your snow day. You so deserve it.

  121. Cammie Mullins says

    O.K. I’m so glad i’m in an office by myself at work because I seriously just screamed “yeah”!!! at the top of my lungs and did a little happy dance for you!!!! Ashley I am so excited about the news you got today!!! It feels like you are a member of my family getting this news today (I know that sounds very blog-stalkerish but oh well :o) ha ha!!! You have so many people pulling for you and praying for you and it’s working!!! that and the yucky chemo medicine that is so worth it!!! Celebrate BIG today!!! Thanks for being such a wonderful inspiration to so many people! you Rock!!!!

  125. Nicole Alicea says

    Sooooooooo Happy for you!!!!!!!! You are such an amazing person and so inspiring, God obviously has an amazing plan for you!!! Enjoy your day today and celebrate!

  128. Kassie says

    PRAISE GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  129. Ashley Barker says

    That is the best news ever!!!!!! I’m thrilled for you!!!!! šŸ™‚ Go have an awesome day!

  130. Marianne Ogg says

    *GOOSEBUMPS* You’re right, that IS the best news! Now don’t you feel a bit better about those coffee enemas? =) Seriously, the best news. ever.

  134. Harmony says

    That is AWESOME!!! YAY!!! Now to get those numbers down to 0 so there is NO return! I’m seriously beaming from ear to ear with happy tears for you!!! YAYAYAY! Go enjoy your day. šŸ˜€

  135. Megan says

    I am so happy to hear this! It’s always felt like ‘of COURSE Ashley will get better’, but it’s still so comforting to know that you’re finally seeing the progress you’ve been deprived of for so long. Well done you! You’ve been so consistently strong and positive… this is something YOU did. Congratulations šŸ™‚

    Megan

  139. Jennifer Goldberg says

    Such awesome news today. I am so happy for you Ash. It is a beautiful day here and I hope you have some fun.
    Hugs~ Jennifer

  140. Kelly says

    I am reading this while having lunch by myself and tears are streaming! The lady next to me doesn’t appear too concerned! I am so ecstatic for u and your family. U deserve all the best for what u have already been through. U are an inspiration and I will continue to pray for u. Go Ashley!

  142. Lisa sharp says

    My stomach just did a little flip-flop when I read your news! It really has been such a long time, and I am so happy that you got such wonderful news, FINALLY!

  143. Keely says

    I’ve been following your journey for a short time now, without commenting – but I had to chime in with my congratulations. I am so SO happy for you and your family and I look forward to reading many more posts about awesome news you receive. šŸ™‚

  144. Laura Reese says

    This is so amazing! I could not click on the link from facebook fast enough! You are so inspiring and touch so many people’s life with your beautiful heart and attitiude. Praying for you, your family, friends, and medical staff. Yay for great results šŸ™‚

  145. Amanda says

    I have tears of joy for you in my eyes after reading this post! Such wonderful, fabulous, outstanding news! God is so good! Enjoy the day! šŸ™‚
    I just received my necklace in the mail today, tore open the package and put that baby on…love it! šŸ™‚

  146. Julia says

    What wonderful wonderful news! I hope this “snow” day is a good one filled with even more joy because of your great news! Thank you for always being so inspiring and positive! Have a wonderful snow day!

  147. Emily says

    Woot!!! So happy to hear and hope you find something absolutely FANTASTIC to do today!!! You are AMAZING! (Glad Diesel is feeling better too!!!) šŸ˜‰

  148. Arlene DeVincentis says

    Such good news!!!! So happy for you and your fam!!! Love your blog and all your patterns!!! Praying for your continued health and good news!!!

  151. katka says

    that’s awesome news!!! i was hoping to hear good news when i read your neanderthal post yesterday…here in the czech rpeublic, when you step in dog poop, it’s supposed to be a sign of good luck, so sleeping in dog poop is 100x better!!! dogs are the best ;)!

  152. krystal says

    So happy for you and your family! You are a wonderful soul and I’ve been praying you’d get this miracle!

  157. Jeanne Van Buskirk says

    Holy good news!!! I have been praying for you ever since my sis in law showed me your blog. You have really helped me through some rough times recently and I’m so thankful I was lead to your blog. So happy for your good news. I teared up reading it. Big smile. Have a great day today.

  158. Anna says

    Thank you, Lord!!! We are SO happy for you and your family, Ashley. We will continue to pray for you, girl- for a complete and total recovery! Keep up the good work- – because we know the tremendous sacrifices you’re making. It’s so encouraging for all of us out here who read and pray for you! So glad Diesel’s doing better, too! : D
    (Never did comment on a previous post, but IMHO, “Dr. Mom” is awesome! I saw her list on your chalkboard way back when and it matches up with everything I’ve read, too, as far as beating cancer… so way to go w/ those coffee enemas, and all the other not-so-fun things you’ve had to endure!!! I know… why should you care what I think? but but I’m so proud of you!!!)

  159. Brenda says

    AMEN, AMEN, & AMEN! There seems to be a trend, so many of us are sitting at our computers with tears streaming…and it happens to be a good cry! What a wonderful thing – so many “strangers” bonded in this way! We will keep the prayers going! enJOY the day!! God’s blessings to you & yours!

  160. Jackie F says

    Tears of joy, celebrating with you! Congratulations. What a gift you’ve been given. Enjoy it and Praise be to God!

  163. Jenny says

    YAY!!!!! Best news ever !!!! I am in tears, so happy! I am ironically wearing my team Ashley donut shirt today!! Prayers for continued good news. I think this calls for a bakers dozen today. :). Xoxo

  168. Mary Claire says

    Thank God!!!This is the best news ever!!! I believe your positive attitude has made all the difference!!! I’m SO happy for you!!!! Enjoy your chemo free day!!

  169. Mare says

    Hallelujah!!!! I needed some good news today. I’m thrilled for you and your whole family that you’re so much better!!!

  171. Bek says

    What a relief! I’m crying in my Australian kitchen, so happy for you, so amazed at Gods answer to all our prayers.
    Blessed is the Lord and most worthy of praise!!!!!

  174. Stephanie Stevens says

    You are truly amazing! So glad to hear such awesome news for you! Enjoy your chemo free day! Much love from The Stevens Family in Magnolia, Texas!

  175. Sheri says

    Ashley that is superb news! Continued healing to your body! You have a great outlook and that’s some of the best medicine ever!

  176. Melanie P. says

    I just had this feeling that today would be a GREAT day for you!! You have been on my mind all day, and I am soooo happy to hear the AMAZING news! It’s sort of weird to cry over someone you don’t really know– but I really do feel like I know you! I’ve been cheering for you since this all started and I am so happy you FINALLY have some good news! Go out and celebrate and Choose Joy!!!!!!!!!!

  179. Nicole G says

    Praise the Lord!!! You are a walking miracle and deserve every ounce of good news šŸ™‚ Have fun today!

  180. Sherra Swailes says

    Ashley,
    I’ve been following your blog for a few months and never commented but had to stop by to say CONGRATS! Wonderful news- have fun celebrating with your beautiful family (including Mr. Poopy pants Diesel!). We are dog people so we totally understand the things you do for the furbabies. : )

  185. Betty Davies says

    Yahooooooooo!!!!! And praise the Lord!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Our prayers are being answered…they have gone out all across Canada!!

  186. Livvy Z says

    PTL!!! So happy for you! Such great news. Do the happy dance and enjoy your break from chemo šŸ™‚

  187. Brooke says

    You just brought tears of JOY to my eyes! We have an awesome God! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful news! My son and I are going to help you celebrate by doing something fun in the sun today too! You will continue to be in our prayers!

  190. Kara says

    YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    God is totally AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  192. Sherry L. says

    Wonderful news!!! So happy for you and your family:) Have a FANTASTIC day doing what you want:) big hugs

  194. carmen says

    Me alegra muchĆ­simo tu mejoria. Me emociona saber que tu si has tenido otra oportunidad.
    Un beso muy grande para ti y tu familia.

  195. Ruby Lynn says

    I’m not a cryer, but this wonderful news has brought tears to my eyes and it’s not from the hurracane winds we’re having here. :O

    God is good, not He’s great. These prayers that you’ve been receiving from around the globe have been working.

    Continued healing light from our island heading your way, my dear friend Ashley. Now go do something fun for YOU! Then pick your girl, later your hubby. Have fun, fun, fun. Give (((everyone))) a big hug from me.

    Love, Ruby

  196. genevieve says

    this is the best news I have heard all week. so happy. keep up the good work, kick that cancer!!!

  199. Amanda K says

    Tears of Joy! I think about you everyday and send you good thoughts, and the cancer bad thoughts šŸ™‚

  200. Kate says

    I do not know you but have been following your blog for a while! I am at work in the NICU and actually started tearing up! Another nurse just asked if I was ok! haha! I am so happy for you! GOD is GOOD. Will keep praying for you and your family! Have a great week! Can’t wait to see what fun projects you get done this week with an entire week of feeling good! Sooo excited to get our LBB clothes in the mail this next week!

  201. Amber Pourchot says

    Wooohooo! Thank u Lord! What an awesome oppurtunity to share Gods miracles in ur life…..

  208. Kim says

    Sounds like a day/week of celebration with your beautiful family is in order! Congratulations to you. Your fantastic news has made me, and a whole lot of others, incredibly happy!!! I might just have to celebrate with a glass of wine tonight in your honor!

  209. Heather says

    Congratulations!!! I’ve been following your story for a few months now and I am so happy for you! What great news for you and your family!!

  210. cameron says

    Ashley, I burst into tears at this news! Praise God! I’ve been checking your blog every hour sometimes more, waiting for news..this is a miracle!! I’m going to keep praying for the results to continue to be positive! Will you do a post on what all your health regimes are? I know the mustard bath, but what else? I wanna be proactive about preventing cancer!!!! Enjoy your time off and this amazing news!! I can’t wait for the word remission!

  211. Beverly Atkins says

    WOW! I can hardly breath I’m so excited. God is so good. I hope you do something extrordinary today. This is just the BEST news! Oh, Ashley, I’m so happy for you and I’m thanking God for what he’s done that I truly believed he would do and I’m thanking Him for what he will continue to do. This is so good, it’s just God good! Love you!

  214. kate says

    i am crying right now. ive never met you in person (only your deepest thoughts through this blog LOL) but i am crying right now! Amazing news!
    praise HIM and choose joy! i am sure you will do something great today!

  216. Victoria says

    Praise God!! He is the GREAT physician! Thank you for sharing your faith publicly! Choose Joy!

  218. Heather says

    Yeah a post that made me cry tears of joy finally!!!!! So thrilled with your news!!! ((hugs))

  220. sarah manlupig says

    Yay!! I’m So happy!! My friend and i follow your blog on fb. We talk bout you daily. Its funny how we say, did u hear about LBB today. We’ve followed you for over a year now. We are crying with you and cheering you on and celebrating with you. We even talk about you behind your back, all good stuff, i promise! Enjoy your day and thank you!

  221. Mary says

    YESSSSSS!!! Thank you GOD!! So happy for some good news for you. I’m all choked up! Enjoy your day.

  223. marnie says

    Ashley that is awesome!! Ella prayed for”her friend Sienna’s mom” at her prayer flag ceremony yesterday. No prompting at all,she I think just heard me talking about you to a friend. So happy for you!!! You remain in my prayers! Marnie

  226. Brooke says

    Such wonderful news for you and your family…thanks for sharing all of your journey both the good and the not so good but days like this are the best. Wishing you many more AWESOME days like this one.

  228. Allison S. says

    Yay!!!!!!! Best news! Enjoy a beautiful day, hope you do something really terrific and fun

  229. Sky says

    I have tears in my eyes as I read this! SO SO grateful that you are finally getting good news!! You are such proof that indeed, attitude is everything! Have an awesome week off!!

  231. Sandyb says

    GOD IS GOOD!!! GOD IS WONDERFUL!!!!! I am a new follower and I am so very happy for your good news and pray that your news continues to be good. All our hearts are filled with joy hearing your good news and feeling the wonderful smile on your face by the tone of your words.

    • Sandyb says

      I am sorry, the previous message was from my other email address, but I do follow you from this email address!

  232. Laurie says

    Praise the Lord! Thank you, God, for this amazing and glorious healing!!!! So happy for y’all! Enjoy enjoy enjoy do all kinds of fun stuff

  234. Jessica says

    I am so happy to hear that! It brought tears to my eyes! I have been following your story and telling my family about you! I have been praying for you and your family!

    Enjoy your break and great news!!!!

  235. AmyD says

    You don’t know me, but I’ve been following your journey through several of my dear desert friends on Facebook. Even though we don’t know each other, your wonderful news brought tears to my eyes. I am so happy for you and your family. You are such an inspiration. I literally utter your phrase, “Choose Joy,” at least once a day now. It has changed my life for the better. THANK YOU.

  237. Sarah says

    thank you so much for sharing your good news with us! i absolutely did a little fist pump of joy when i read it and instantly thought of the story in the first chapters of acts that i read just last night, when peter and john speak the name of jesus and the lame man is healed. the childrens song tells us he goes off leaping and dancing and praising god, and thats just what im going to do today.

  238. Melinda says

    Ashley, I have been checking your site this am to see when you would update us all and every time I hit ‘enter’ to bring up your site I was nervous but that all went away when I read the title. HOW AWESOME!!

    I was introduced to your site through Emily with jonesdesigncompany.com and I was hooked from the first time I read a post from you.

    You are inspiring. Simply inspiring. I am beyond excited for a complete stranger and yes, go enjoy your day. You deserve it girl!

    Love,
    Melinda (Seattle)

  240. Bree says

    Thank you God!!!!! OMW I am SOOO Happy for you!!!!! I have been praying for you to get good news and just watching your blog for something happy like this. Enjoy your week off!!

  241. Gwen Windham says

    That is such great news!! I’ve got major chillbumps– which is a good thing– I always get them when something moves me — and this post has done just that! Thank you, Jesus, for hearing our prayers! šŸ™‚

  242. Charity says

    YEY GOD!!!!!!! I have been thinking about you and checking in on and off the last couple of days to hear the news!!!! Thank you Lord!!! ā™„ I will continue to pray for your complete and total healing… in JESUS name!!! ā™„ YEYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Blessings & hugs,
    Charity Bruner

  244. Kelly says

    Great news! News like that brightens everyones day! Continue praying for you and your family! Enjoy your week off! šŸ™‚

  246. ELAINE MORGAN says

    SO HAPPY to hear your news!!! PRAYER is the ONLY way to go!!! THANK YOU, LORD, for touching Ashley & taking part of the cancer from her body!! We PRAISE YOU, FATHER, for ALL YOU DO, & humbly ask that YOU take the rest of the cancer from her!! Let her be able to remain in good health for a long time because her family needs her!! WE LOVE ONLY YOU, FATHER GOD, & THANK YOU FOR THIS BLESSING!! We pray this in your SON, JESUS’, PRECIOUS NAME, AMEN & AMEN!!

  251. Kelly says

    YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am just so beyond happy for you! We will keep praying for a full recovery! šŸ™‚

  252. Amanda says

    Praise the LORD!! This is amazing news & made my day!! I pray for you daily and you’re an inspiration to me!

  253. christie says

    YEA!!!!!!!!!!! THANK GOD!!!!!!! So glad you got this awesome news!!!! I am sending up some prayers of thanksgiving!!

  256. michelle says

    Thank you Jesus for giving the Doctors what they need to heal Ashley, and for letting her WHEATGRASS grow too. Your ROCK!! God is GOOD.

  257. Maria says

    Congratulations! That is wonderful news, so happy for you!!!! Now, go have some fun with your family and adorable puppy…

  258. Amy says

    I am just going to echo what you said:
    “Thank you God. Thank you God. Thank you God”.
    Sending lots of healing energy from the Midwest.

  259. carole says

    yipppeeeee! i love tearing up over happy news for once.
    hot damn this is a great day ~have a blast!

  264. Kirsty says

    Thats amazing Ashley, well done! you deserve every bit of that good news šŸ™‚ Sending love from England. UK šŸ™‚ xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

  265. Katie M. says

    I know you have heard this in some shape or form 267 times now- but had to say that this made my heart smile! I am so happy for you and your family! What great news to hear- I am praying these posts continue!!!! YEAH!!!

  267. Liz says

    All the prayers that we’re all saying for you daily are working, Ashley! I’m so happy!!

  269. Sarah says

    This is FANASTIC news!!!! It brought tears to my eyes as I am so overjoyed and grateful for the news!!!! YES!!!!!!! I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and way to go, Ashley! Definitely a celebratory day!!! Hugs!

  272. Stephanie says

    Thank God, Ashley. I am beyond excited for you! Go enjoy your day. your week. your life! You’ve taught me to do the samething in spite of it all.

  273. Mone says

    Oh, soooo happy to read this šŸ™‚ youĀ“re doing so good, and a day off really is well earned, I think.

    I hope for more great news to come šŸ™‚

    Stay positive as you are, youĀ“re obviously an inspiration for so many people – thank you for that!

    Love& hugs from Germany šŸ™‚

  275. Michele M says

    Can we get a Woop! Woop! I have tears of joy for you and your family!!! I will continue to send prayers and positive vibes your way!!! I hope you have a wonderful day!!!! Yeeeeeaaaaaa!!!

  277. Laura :) says

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  279. Trish says

    Congrats on the great news! That is fantastic! As you can see by the number of comments, we have all been waiting and praying with you to hear that great news! Have a fantastic day off Chemo! I’m glad diesel feels better too, nothing like being woke up by a sick dog. There’s nothing you can do. Take Care and enjoy your great news!!

  280. Sara says

    I am so, so, so happy for you! Yay, this is such wonderful news and I’m just thrilled to death for you and your family! Enjoy your “day off” and YAY for the best news since October!

  281. Martha says

    The good news could not have come to a more deserving person! So happy for you! Enjoy the weekend!

  285. Virna says

    Sono tanto felice per te e la tua famiglia!!! Un grande abbraccio dall’Italia.
    I’m very happy for you and your family!!! A big big big hug from Italy
    Virna

  289. lea-maria says

    You have made my day! I am so proud and excited- almost like you have won a marathon. Congrats and we will continue to pray and wear your Choose Joy necklace!

  291. Michele C. says

    I am crying tears of joy for you Ashley! I’m SO incredibly happy to hear this news!!! I hope to just keep hearing more good news !!!! Big giant hugs from someone you’ve never met (((((HUGS))))). WOOHOO!

  292. Korey says

    What wonderful news! I think of you and daily, always looking for updates. You have inspired me in too many ways to count. šŸ™‚

  296. Mary Beth says

    Praise the Lord, For He is good! So very happy for you and all of your loved ones!!!

  297. Heather dela Cruz says

    Yes!!! I have been a faithful LBB reader for a long time and have been praying for you for a while now. So thankful that you are a walking miracle lady!

  298. Lori says

    Yeah! I was sneaking a peak at the computer during my lunch hour and saw your great news! No I have to sneak into the restroom and repair the damage done to my makeup due to the tears of joy I shed while reading your exceptionally great news! AWESOME!

    Have fun doing something fun. Me and my Choose Joy bracelet will be at work waiting to read all about how you spent the rest of your day.

  299. Megan - Newly Wife says

    God is so so good! Tears just came to my eyes as I read this. So stoked for you and your family. Praise God from whom all blessing flow!!!!!!! Wooo hoo!

    ps. Diesel is friggin adorable!

    pps. i LOVE the support that you have here and that there are almost 200 comments in the hour since you posted this. You are a well loved woman – and an inspiration!

    • Megan - Newly Wife says

      Wow. Over 20 comments came in during the 5 minutes it took me to open this / read it and comment. Awesome! My statistic was wrong. šŸ™‚

  303. Stacy says

    I don’t actually know you, but follow you and this has me in tears. What wonderful, blessed news. Thank you God indeed! I think a celebration is in order, I hope you do something wonderful, that you wouldn’t normally do, and celebrate with a big, awesome dinner!

  305. ChloƩ says

    Hello,
    I’m a french daily reader of your website. I never posted a comments, but it seems to be THE DAY!!! I’m so happy for you!!! Cancer is the illness that frighten me the most, thanks to you I see that happinness can fight this desease! Your “joie de vivre” is so communicative, it’s a pleasure for me to read you every day. Again thank you!! Enjoy your dayS!!!

  306. Lindsey Khatri says

    That really is the best news! Here’s hoping for continued and speedy healing! Bootst!

  307. Monica from chakawaka says

    This is awesome! I’m so happy for you and your family! Enjoy your day!

  310. Maryse says

    Oh wow, how fantastic is that! Praise God! You are a walking miracle and it is so exciting to see this. Funny, I’ve never met you personally and I feel like I know you so well. I’ll keep praying for you and CONGRATULATIONS on fighting this battle with a great attitude. Your husband, daughter and family must be so happy right now and I think you should celebrate the news with a nice healthy dinner and lots of hugs and cuddles tonight, you deserve to be happy and healthy! šŸ™‚

  312. Violet Richmond says

    What WONDERFUL news, I have sometimes woken up during the night just feeling like I needed to pray for you. God has healed me twice of cancer so I know he’s still in the business of performing miracles and I’ve been praying with faith and confidence that He would heal you too. Glory to God in the Highest, our almighty Physician!

  313. merri says

    This news brings me tears of joy for you and your family. Praise God for answered prayer. Enjoy your little mini vaca from treatment .

  315. Patti says

    Wonderful news Ashley! I found your blog a month or so ago and am following you with my prayers. Your energy and creativity in the face of many roadblocks is SO inspiring!
    Waiting for my Choose Joy necklace to arrive.

    Praise God!

  318. Naomi says

    Wonderful news!!! I’m very happy for you!! I’ll keep sending lots of good energy to you from Italy!!

  322. Michele says

    God is good!!! I am so happy for you and your family! I think about you all the time and how brave and strong you have been through all of this! Best news I have had today! I will continue to pray that things keep on the upswing! God Bless!

  324. Dee says

    Oh I’m so happy for you! I’m sitting here clapping and crying like an idiot. I’m so glad that all the prayers, medicine, and healthy choices are working together and paying off!

  332. Lauri says

    Praising God right along with you! I pray for you daily and rejoice in this miracle!!!

  333. Sheila says

    So so happy for you, I can’t figure out if I’m crying or laughing. Thank you for sharing your experiences so honestly. I feel privileged to get to celebrate this good news with you, despite being a complete stranger!

  334. Carrie says

    Yay! We all knew that you’d get some good news some time soon. You’re a fighter;) thanks for letting us know <3

  335. Michelle T says

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!
    I’m so happy for you and your family! Great job on staying so strong and positive! Keep up the great attitude and stay strong for the rest of your treatments until all of this is gone. Have a GREAT day! You’re in my prayers and thoughts!

  337. Lisa says

    AMAZING news!!!! I am soo happy for you and your entire family!! Time to celebrate!! šŸ™‚

  339. Melissa says

    Hi Ashley – I’ve been reading your blog for a few weeks now and I’ve never commented. However, your news today is absolutely wonderful. May God continue to bless you and heal you as you move forward day after day!

    P.S. My dad was on Cisplatinum too – that’s some nasty stuff.

  341. Connie says

    God is Good! I am so overjoyed for you and your family! Enjoy your snow day šŸ™‚

  342. Stacey k says

    I have been a follower for several years. I have almost all ur patterns and countless clothing items. I feel like I know you even though we have me we met. I am crying tears of joy and relief for you. Working at a cancer hospital I can imagine your joy. We’re you able to try the “cure all” spice bread recipe I sent?

  343. Cathy Appel says

    AMEN! Oh I am so happy for you. This is the bestest news ever-HHOOORRAAAYYY! Have a wonderful day bcuz U so deserve it LBB.

  346. Michelle says

    Ashley, congrats on the good news today. I was thinking about you and praying that you’d get good news! Enjoy your freedom & the sunshine today. I’ll keep praying for you and your family!

  350. Kadie says

    I am happier for you and your family than I can say!! Thinking about what all of you have been going through is heartbreaking.

    I have to say thank you, for being brave enough to share your amazing journey with all of us. You are truly a blessing to the world.

  351. Lisa says

    I am so happy for you Ashley!!

    There are so many people praying for you.

    I give God all the glory and praise Him for answering our prayers!!

    Have a wonderful day!!

  352. Laurie Messer Meade says

    I got chills reading your update. Prayers are continuing to be sent from AZ. It is because you CHOOSE JOY!

  353. Teena says

    That is soo good . i couldn’t wait to hear this news. it is early morning here in Australia and I had to log on and see the news. Tears of happiness and lots of love and hugs. Enjoy your day and hope all the news from now on is good. Much love and hugs to all your family. šŸ™‚

  354. sara says

    So happy for you! It’s such a blessing when you are told chemo is working! I remember that day, the day I first thought maybe this wont kill me and soon I’ll have hair again! lol I think it was the first time I slept through the night after weeks of not sleeping. So happy you got good news!

  357. Charlene J. says

    I dont know you at all, but have been rooting for you since the moment I peeked at your blog. This is amazing news and I hope and pray its just UP UP UP for you from here. I hope you do something awesomely fun today! šŸ™‚

  360. Kelly says

    Ashley this is sooooo amazing! THOUSANDS of prayers have been answered with this news. We have never even met, but I find myself in TEARS reading this post. ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!! WOOOOHOOOOOO!

  361. April says

    What wonderful news. Enjoy your day “off”, hope it is as sunny there as it is here in Portland (I’m sure your temperature is warmer, but we are happy to have the sunshine).

  362. Devon says

    So I am closet follower for years. Never posted a comment until today, I am crying tears of joy for you and your family! Wow this is excellent news may your prayers continue to be answered and you receive only good news from here on out!

    God Bless and enjoy this day!

  364. Tiffany says

    How does Tony the tiger say it, Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreat!!!!!!!!!!!!! And now I do the running man at my desk. Go Ashley Go Ashley Go Ashley, here is where I change moves to what we like to call, Stirring the gravy or in some parts they call it Churning Butter! All to a beat, in my head, ha ha aha, Very happy for you!!!

  365. Carly @ Masons Roost says

    Such amazing news everyone crashed the server! Oh Ashley my eyes are full of water. I prayed last night that God would give you a miracle and He has! God is the same yesterday today and tomorrow. He is the same Old Testament God, The New Testament Jesus who performed miracles and wonders! So happy for you!!!!

  366. Janet in AR says

    WOW !!! such WONDERFUL news! my first post here but had to let you know I’m thrilled for you and your family! Will continue praying for you!

  368. Amber says

    Fantastic!!! I’m so so happy for you! An absolute answered prayer! I will continue to pray for complete healing! ENJOY your weekend! šŸ™‚

  371. jill wood says

    I laughed and laughed at your little diesel, I have two tiny papillions. The other news makes me want to do cartwheels. I am soooooo extremely happy for you and of course your family. Where oh where will you celebrate??? Love, hugs, prayers.

  372. JATomlinson says

    Amazing! You’ve been in my prayers! God is truly wonderful and amazing and I hope you stay well!

  373. Nicole Romeo says

    FANTASTIC news!! I am so happy for you!!! Yes I agree you needed to hear this and you deserve it!! Prayers are still flowing for total annihilation of the tumors and a complete recovery!!!

  376. Jessica says

    OMG! I’m so happy! Thank you Lord! I will keep praying that we all have strength like yours to come through the dark times and into the light!!!!

  377. Doris says

    THANK YOU GOD!! And Thank You Ashley for the update!!! Hope you have a fun day today!! Hugs and Prayers!

  378. Valentine says

    I stumbled on your site years ago and love your aesthetic, but even more so, the positive person projected through it. I have been quietly rooting you here and I will continue to do so. Thanks for sharing your good news, it brings joyful tears to my eyes!

  379. Heather Cady says

    Ashley, I had tears of joy for you reading the post. Even though like thousands of others on here I don’t know you personally, I feel you are a part of me – and thank you for allowing us into your lives! Such wonderful wonderful news! xo

  380. Leslie says

    I’m soooo thrilled for you!! I’ve been checking your site all day!!! I’m praying for you and thinking of you. You are such a wonderful person and inspiration. Hugs from Oklahoma!!!

    Leslie

  381. Sarah H. says

    Woo Hoo! So happy for you! When I read blog posts like this with women all over the world praying for you I think this is a taste of heaven. How we are sisters in Christ and can cheer each other on and pray for each other even though we don’t “know” you! I was just talking to a mom from our preschool today and she asked me if I knew of your blog! I told her I did and I have been praying for you. So very cool that you got this news today. Much love and prayers still coming your way!

  382. Sherri Adams says

    GOD IS SO GOOD!!!!!! WE PRAISE HIS NAME!! Thank you so much for sharing, Ashley! xoxoxo

  383. Stacey says

    THE best news ever! Congrats! Enjoy the sunshine today and the freedom to do whatever makes your heart happy!

  387. Cheri says

    Waaahooooo! That’s the best news I’ve heard in a long time. I hope you do go out and do something fun today! I am THRILLED for you Ashley! Wow! Your strength is amazing.

  392. Sarah Noll says

    I am so happy for you I am doing an Ashley happy dance! Yeah for you and your family!

  395. Jamie says

    Absolutely wonderful news!! Continuing to pray for you! May God bless you and keep his hand on you! Hope you have a wonderful day!!!

  396. colleen from alabama says

    “Bless The LORD, oh my soul and all that is within me bless HIS holy name. Bless the LORD, oh my soul and forget not all HIS benefits, who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases…” Psalm 103:1-3
    Praising the Lord with you. What a GREAT day! ENJOY!

  397. Betty says

    I’m sitting in the chair at the eye doc office and I was hoping that the doc does not come in so I could read your blog! So excited for you and asking everyone to pray prayers of thanksgiving! Wonderful news. God is good!

  398. Melanie says

    I haven’t commented on your blog before, but I am so excited for you and your wonderfully amazing news, that I just had to say something! You have consistently been in my thoughts since I heard about your story a week or two ago. I can’t tell you the difference you have made in my outlook on my own life. I love the phrase you talk about, “Choose Joy”. There truly are so many blessings we are all surrounded by, if we just choose to see them. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences and strength with us and inspiring us all. I wanna be like you when I grow up (even though I am sure I am much, much older than you!).

  403. Tami says

    Wow, that is fantastic! Such great news. Hip hip Horay! Its your birthday, its your birthday.

  405. Katrina T says

    Praise the Lord! What fantastic and beautiful news! Praying for continued healing for you and strength for the whole family!

  406. Sheila says

    I am sooooo happy for you & your family!!! I don’t even know you, but feel like I do….I pray for you everyday!!!!! YEAH!!!!!! enjoy the good news!!!

  407. Kezia says

    I am sooooooo Excited for you!!!!! Keep it up!!!! If your platelets are low, no anti-inflamatoires for pain, and watch your bruising. We knew S’s platelets were low when she bruised from a little bump here and there (its tough on a toddler). If you juice red beets and drink within 15 minutes of juicing, they will help with the anemia. Do say 1 medium red beet and 2 apples (never drink beat juice alone, it will give you a nasty headache). Cooked spinach has tons of iron too and is good for anemia. Take some good deep breaths sometimes too to help push oxygen through your system, as you have less cells carrying the oxygen through your body. Ok – no more unsolicited advice. YAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAY!!!!!!!!!!!

  408. Suzanne says

    I read thru your ‘Cancer Chronicles’ and have been praying steadily for Gods healing touch for you. I am so happy for you that you received this wonderful news. You have such a beautiful outlook on life, and I am so inspired by your joy filled heart. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

  411. Helen says

    Oh Ashley, what incredibly, wonderful, fantastic, news!! I saw you’ve had 400+ comments!! You deserve all those happy prayers and so many more. You are a nationwide inspiration. I just don’t know how much happier I could be!
    You Rock, I’m so touched by your choose joy attitude, it really works!
    Hugs to everyone.
    Helen

  414. laurie z says

    WOW….what GREAT news. We’ve all been praying extra hard for you even though we will probably never even meet you! You are such an inspiration and show us daily how to live life EVERY day. This news made me smile from ear to ear. God is sooooo good! Enjoy the day and a great night of sleep!!!

    Hugs from MN

  415. Trish says

    I have been having a lousy day. Then I read your post and it brightened my mood. I am so happy for you. God is good. I hope you enjoy your day.

  420. Victoria says

    When I saw the title of the post on FB I could not click it fast enough!! WOO HOOOOOOOOOO!! I am so happy for you. Congratulations on the great news!

  421. Catiuscia says

    Hello! I write from Italy. I found your blog looking for a model to make a dress for my daughter. I thus learned of your illness. Even my mother is battling cancer for several months. I admire you for your courage, especially since you’re so young … I am close and I pray for you as well for my mom. With sincere affection, Katy (excuse my shaky English)

  423. Julie says

    I ‘m teary eyed reading this news. I follow your story every day as I have a brother with cancer. Miracles do happen and I am so happy for you. What a spirit you have Ashley, no matter what comes your way I think you will always have an inner joy.

  424. Ania says

    What a wonderful, awesome, terrific news!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!You rock Ashley!!! I am so happy for you!!!! I knew you are sooooooo capable of fighting this yucky cancer!!!! From now on it can only get better! Take care, Hugs from sunny Denver xoxoxoxox

  427. Valerie says

    Tears of joy!! Such wonderful news! You go and enjoy your chemo free day! Woo-hoo!!!!

  428. Shevaun says

    So happy to hear the news – best news I’ve heard in a lont time! I was on pins and needles waiting to hear how your test went and just felt this huge feeling of relief and happiness for you! Enjoy the day and celebrate the good news!

  432. Alison says

    I’m so glad you finally got some awesome news! I follow your story and think about you all the time. Enjoy your time off!

  434. Tami D. in Ohio says

    WOW! Sitting here in tears — awesome, amazing news!!!! Congrats – and praying for much more good news to come!

  435. Canadian Nic says

    I am SOOO happy for you. God continues to bless you! You are an INSPIRATION.

  436. karol says

    Wow, tears and a shiver up my spine. So happy for you. Love following your blog. So gracious of you to allow so many to share in your life and your journey. God Bless.

  438. MarĆ­a says

    Oleeeee!
    The best news!
    Here in Spain is bedtime, in fact I was reading your update on my iPad from the bed. Great to finish the day this way!
    Good night, I am very happy for you!

  440. Lori says

    When I saw the title of your post, I closed my eyes and took a deep breath (praising God). I had chills the entire time I read the results. WOW! God is so good…all the time. We give You all the praise and glory Lord & we ask in faith for more Lord!
    Rejoicing with you, Ashley!

    “And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise him up.”
    James 5:15

  442. Vanessa says

    Ashley,

    I am so happy for you. I’ve prayed for you and your family. I am still praying and believing your body is healed in Jesus name. God is good all the time! You are an amazing woman and mom and I rejoice with you. Whooo!!!!!!!

  445. Ginger says

    Praise the Lord, good news. And to make it even better, I received my Choose Joy necklace today and love it. I will continue praying for you. Please pray for my best friend. She has lung cancer.
    Hugs
    Ginger

  447. Brooke says

    You’ve been so strong and positive, its about time you got a good report! You deserve it šŸ™‚

  448. Catherine O'Neal says

    Praise God Ashley!!! What wonderful, wonderful news all the way around. I hope you enjoyed every ounce of your chemo free day. I’m positive you did!

  449. Sarah K says

    Praise the LORD!!!! I just found ur blog the other day through another blog I follow and i quickly glanced thru earlier posts and read about ur story. It is truly AMAZING and clearly displays God’s AWESOME power!!! you are such a great example and amaze me with ur positiveness! I hope you have a great day doin’ something fun!!! I will definitely be praying for you!
    Sarah

  451. Amy says

    That is the absolute best! Hugs to you and your family. I am smiling as I’m writing this.

  452. Eureka Orr says

    Awesome News Ashley, We DO KNOW that Prayer Changes Things, and you have an Army of prayer Warriors out here praying for you. May God continue to Bless you and your Family,. Praying that it is in Gods plan for you to Beat this battle with Cancer, and our Prayers are that you will live a long health life.
    My Cousin just started Chemo and Radiation for Lung Cancer 6 weeks ago. I am praying hard for both of you.

  453. DeeDee says

    Stumbled on your blog about a week ago and have read everything! I am so very happy to learn of your fantastic news. I think you are a rock star! How weird, someone I have never met, yet you have been in my heart and prayers since I first met you via this blog. Continuing to lift you in prayer.

  454. Jenny@ADropintheBucket says

    Yahooo!! Sounds like all of the joy you’ve been choosing brought you the best kind of joy. Thank God!!!!! So happy for you.

  457. Beth Stanion says

    Oh Ashley, I am so happy for you! I am just now getting around to checking in on you today, and I couldn’t be happier for you! I’m also so happy to see the 300+ people that have been inspired by & are praying for you! What a testimony for the rest of us to see God glorious healing powers and His abundant Grace on all our hearts! sending love from KC!
    -beth

  460. Apryl says

    I’m sitting at my computer with tears streaming down my face at this wonderful and amazing news. Like other readers you have been in my prayers and will stay there! God is so amazing as are you!!!! I’m so happy for you and your family. Congratulations!!!!!

  462. Roseanna lee says

    I know the feeling. And I am so happy that God has given you miracle results. I just turned 60 today; not bad for somebody who had cancer at 41. I am here to testify that God cures cancer. And you look great.

  463. Elisa F. says

    Oh Ashley!!! I just can’t stop the tears of joy – and the snot avalanche coming out my nose – I’m so, so SO HAPPY for you! Hundreds and hundreds and hundreds of prayers have been answered with just the best news. So much love coming your way!!

  464. Michele says

    You have so many messages, but I just have to add another! That is SUCH GREAT NEWS!!!!! God is GOOD!!!! I will keep you in my prayers until it is ALL clear!!!!

  470. Janine Williams says

    I am so very happy for you and all those who love you and whom you love. Such great news! Congratulations! We have been rooting for you and have been awed by your spirit! You ate inspirational and I am so glad you just get a break! Hugs!
    Janine

  471. Rebekah says

    Ashley, I have been following your story, all the way from Australia. I am so glad to read this update today, God is so good. My husband and I have been praying for you daily. May God continue to heal you and give you and your family strength. He will use this for good and for His glory.
    Many blessings and much love, Praises to the Lord!

  472. Annella says

    I don’t know you personally, but my heart is swelling with happiness for you and I have tears of joy streaming down my face. I’ve been following your story for a couple of months now and I am overwhelmed by your positive attitude and ability to accomplish so much while receiving cancer treatment. I am so happy for you and your family to have received such good news today. Miracles do happen.

  475. Jen Boles says

    Ashley! That is wonderful news!!! So happy for you…it is dreary day over here in Nashville today but your great news has brought sunshine ! Continuing prayers your way!

  477. Anna says

    so happy for your good news! i’ve only been reading your blog for a few days, but i love how inspiring and positive you are. i hope you did something super fun today to celebrate the good news. so happy when good things happen to good people.

    glad to hear diesel is feeling better too!

  478. Linda H says

    To God be the Glory! Thank you Jesus for Ashley’s healing and thank you Ashley for sharing your powerful testimony! I am touched and my faith is strengthened.

  483. Ingrid says

    Praise the Lord!!!!!!! I have been praying for you here in Seattle for the last couple of months. Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us. You are remarkable. Your dad is smiling I am sure!!! Enjoy your week as this all sinks in. Take THAT, cancer!

  487. mo says

    Halelujiah!!That is indeed amazing and wonderful news! I hope you got to do something fantastic today to celebrate how far you have come!!!

  488. Amy W says

    Praise the Lord for He is good! What great news. I was thinking of you today a lot because I got my Choose Joy necklace and I love it!!
    Continued prayers coming your way!

  489. Michele says

    What wonderful news. Clearly we’ve all been waiting for this amazing turn of events nearly as much as you have! Congratulations!!

  491. Amee says

    Ashley,
    God is so Good!!! I’m so thankful you received such wonderful news today!!
    I hope you’ve had a wonderful chemo free day. šŸ™‚ šŸ™‚
    You are an inspiration to me and I know to so many other people.
    ((hugs)) to you…You deserve them!

  492. Ashlee Tomes says

    I am SO happy! I’ve been praying for you! Praise the Lord!!
    “For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for evil; to give you a future and a hope.” ~Jeremiah 29:11

    Ashlee Tomes šŸ™‚
    Kentucky

  494. Sandra says

    TEARS! I am so thrilled for you. I have so often sat here all day and night refreshing LBB for the next post while thinking about you and praying that with all your joy and hope, you would get healed and I even in my own personal mess, saying prayers weren’t easy, or even believing in God anymore… but I guess this just goes to show that in your pain, and in my pain and in all darkness there can still be joy… thank you for showing me how to choose joy.

  495. Laura says

    oh, Ashley, I almost burst into tears when I read this. I am so happy for you. Prayers have been rising up and healing has been flowing down. šŸ™‚

  497. Dorothy says

    Yay! Yay! Yay! Yay! That IS the BEST NEWS!!!! So happy for you!!!! God is really good! Enjoy your day:)

  498. Christina Leonard says

    Wow., it’s a good thing you told everybody early…cause it’s gonna take you all night long to read all of these..LOL!!! Happy reading..lots of love sent your way from so many people..that is so awesome, it makes me smile šŸ™‚ The is amazing..PRAISE GOD!!! God “is” Good/GREAT all the time. I hope you had an amazing day šŸ™‚ xoxo ~Christina

  501. Cottage By The Sea says

    Choosing Joy pays off! Yeeeeeessss! I’m so happy for you and your family Ashley. We’ll continue our prayers and send them all your way. Good news that the pup is feeling better too.

  502. Pat says

    Thank you, Jesus is right!! I am so very thrilled for you ~ you deserve this great news. There’s so much power in collective prayer….I think we’re all making a difference here.

    xo
    Pat

  504. Kathy says

    I am actually sitting here bawling and praising God! We have never met, but you have touched me. I have been praying for you and continually checking in for progress reports. God is definitely on the move! I hope you have a lovely “vacation”. LOL -Rejoicing in Nebraska!

  505. Karen says

    My daughter, Autumn, couldn’t wait to show me your post. We are so thrilled at the GREAT news!! God is good, all the time. Praise the Lord. I had tears from happiness reading this.

  506. Amanda says

    This is FABULOUS news! I usually wait and read from my feed, but saw your post on FB and couldn’t wait to go over and read it! Such very GREAT news and so very happy for you. šŸ˜€

  507. michelle says

    Thats the best news thank you God. Im so happy for you and your family i will continue to keep you all in my prayers
    Michelle

  508. Charlene says

    YAY!!!! I am sure the positive thoughts, prayers, and general happy thoughts sent your way have helped. šŸ™‚ We’ll keep saying prayers for you and your family that you recover completely!

  509. jules says

    Thank goodness! I’m super glad to hear that you are getting better and beating this thing. And I’m also happy that Diesel is doing better!

  510. Coastal Femme says

    That’s the best news ! Enjoy your week Ashley, you’re on your way now!

    xoxo

  515. Kim says

    I don’t even know you, but have been thinking about you all day! I am sooooo happy to hear your good news!

  516. Kelley Burrus says

    I am having a donut in your honor. Go love on that beautiful family of yours. Such great news.

  517. Elise says

    HOOOORAAYYY! Nope, you don’t know me, but I’ve been praying for you every day. My dad was diagnosed with an extremely rare and aggressive form of t-cell lymphoma right around the time you were, and your posts have subsequently hit home for me in many, many ways. I am so happy to hear your news, you have worked so hard, and many of the things you used to combat the chemo I passed on to my dad. Happy to say he finished his chemo just a few months ago and is cancer free for now! This morning I got my choose joy necklace in the mail, and I just put it on before checking your blog. CONGRATS!

  521. elizabeth says

    This news has brought sunshine to a day where I was having such a hard time Choosing Joy. Ashley, I am so happy to hear your great news, and I pray that it keeps on coming!

  523. Michele LIttlefield says

    OMG OMG OMG!!!!!!! This is the best news in the history of time & in all the history to come. I’m crying fat tears of joy right now. I just told my Husband the great news & we are both thrilled with this news. You are a household name around here ya know. :0)
    I am so happy for you & your sweet family.
    XXOO

  524. Susan Lewis says

    OK, I’m sitting here with tears in my eyes. Happy tears. I am so happy about your news. No chemo today, great, but the amazing shrinking tumors-HOORAY! Thank goodness for icky, sick-making yellow chemo! I hope you have a wonderful weekend. Lots of love.

  525. CANDACE says

    AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME thank you JESUS! i’ve been praying for you, and God is so good!! CONGRATS!!! šŸ˜€

  526. Liliana says

    Oh my goodness, Ashley, this is the best news ever!!! I’m so happy for you. Xoxo

  529. Carol Schneider says

    I read your blog often and get the email of your new posts and I have never commented. Just read and lurked about and thought of you as I read and even after but I felt compelled to comment this time and tell you Congratulations on your great news and Praise the Lord with you!!

  531. Stephanie says

    Well, I for one am exhausted after scrolling through 526 comments!!! Girl, you’ve got some praying fans! Thank you, Jesus, Mary, Joseph and St. Peregrine for looking out for this precious mama, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, boss and friend. Just the news I’ve been praying for—–I’m going celebrate too!!! Thank you for sharing your good and bad—-I love you in an unweird complete stranger kind of way šŸ™‚

  532. Beverly says

    Rejoicing with tears in my eyes. Kids think I am crazy because I just did family happy dance in kitchen (think rain dance from white girl with no rythym).

  535. Kat says

    That’s great news! You definitely deserve it after the journey you’ve been on the past few months!

  538. Gina Toothe says

    Best news i’ve heard in a long time!! I believe in miracles, and you are one of them!! Time to go spread some JOY!!!!!

  540. Jennifer says

    OMG!!!! This is the best news today. I am so glad for you. Enjoy this moment! Many more are on the way! Blessings to you and your family. xoxoxoxox

  541. Carry says

    Fanatastic!~ Your news made my day and continually helps me to keep on believing. >>>>A.S.A.P. Always Say A Prayer…
    It works:)
    sending hugs and thank you so much fopr sharing all you do!

  543. Dorothy says

    Sitting here crying at my monitor. Choose Joy. Choose Life. Choose Good News every time. I hope your day was wonderful. Love from Oregon

  544. Betsy says

    To God be the glory – great things He has done! I pray for your immediate and permanent recovery!

  546. Deana says

    This is gods miracles at work. You have bigger things to do on this earth and I can’t wait to see what he has in store. Amazing!

  547. Michelle says

    I just shouted “YE!S” when I read this post! Great news! I showed and told my kids some of your posts and every so often they ask me how you are doing. You are such an inspiration.

  549. Michele L. says

    Hi Ashley,
    I am an avid reader but don’t chime in too much.
    I must say I’m incredibly happy to hear the good news.
    BEst of luck to you, you are so inspirational!

  551. Kathleen says

    Such wonderful news. Sending love and constant prayers. Enjoy your week “off”.

  552. Goldengirls59 says

    So, so, so, so HAPPY for you! Rejoice in the Lord for He has done a great thing in your life! I pray this will continue and the further treatments help. Rejoice with your whole family and friends!

  553. Cara says

    As many have already mentioned, I too have never commented before. I have however been quietly following your story and sending prayers and thoughts your way. I am so happy for you and your family for the great, great news! The way you have faced your cancer and the attitude you have maintained these past few months is truly an inspiration to everyone. You truly are a special person and deserve this great news that you received today! Take care šŸ™‚

  554. Kelley says

    Happy dance time! Yay – Yay – Yay! God is good and He still has amazing plans for your life. Sharing your journey has helped me to understand some of the things my sister (died of cervical cancer in 2002) and my sister in law (died of breast cancer in 2011) both went through. Your outlook on life has made me work at changing mine and sharing that outlook with others. You are a special, courageous woman who is an inspiration to so many. May you continue to be blessed and to be a blessing!

  555. AmyB says

    So wonderful, Ashley. Look at all these comments! The positivity! The joy! Cancer never stood a chance with you, chica! Much love to you and Boo and Mr. LBB.

  557. Bunny says

    Go Ashley !

    Cisplatin & Taxol did the trick for my ovarian cancer. Cisplatin is no fun, but worth every drop. I am thrilled to hear it is working for you! xo Bunny

  558. Kimberly Limer says

    I am sooo happy for you, I am crying. I don’t even know you personally, but I feel like I do, and I am soo happy for you. God is amazing, and all I can think about it you getting better and being there for your beautiful little girl. SOOO happy!!!!

    Kim šŸ™‚

  560. Stephnie says

    So, so , so happy for you!! I wish nothing but the best for you and your family in the future.

  561. joanna purgason says

    I am so thankful to hear such wonderful news!! It is like a little ray of sunshine came right in when I read this!! Go Ashley!!

  562. Lisa Renata says

    Oh, Ashley that is GREAT news!!! So happy to hear it.

    Guess what arrived today? My beautiful Choose Joy pendant. I put it on right away and wore it (still wearing it) biking around the woods with my family.

    I choose joy!! And joyful I am indeed to hear your good news!

  563. Tara says

    Woot woot Ashley!!!!! That is such awesome news šŸ™‚ So so happy for you & your family. Keep up the good work and praise Jesus!!! XOXOX

  564. Summer says

    Awesome news, I’m so happy for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Have a fun week šŸ™‚

  565. Aileen Billdt says

    Tears of joy I have for a perfect stranger who has inspired a countless number of lives including mine. God has given you mercy and the miracle you deserve. You are why miracles exist and this is your reward for choosing joy and sharing that mantra with the world. I have no doubt the world is a better place because of you Ashley!

  566. Beth says

    Great News! I received my Choose Joy necklace today. I love it! I hope you had a fun and relaxing day!

  567. Valerie says

    I can offer nothing original, just so very, very, happy for you and your family. You so derserved this good news! Bless you today and always. Can’t wait to read about your day and what adventures you created for yourself!

  568. Kristin Sidaway says

    I am so excited for you. God does hear our prayers and obviously has more in store for you to do for Him. This news comes at a time that I needed to hear some good news today. Congrats! šŸ™‚ šŸ™‚ šŸ™‚ šŸ™‚ šŸ™‚ šŸ™‚ šŸ™‚

  569. amy baldridge says

    Awe. Some! Tears of joy over here, ladyface! Thank God for the good report & the perma-grin on a bazillion people’s faces! Thank you God!

  570. Lisa says

    Beyond AWESOME! Magnificent, wonderful, super fabulous! That is the BEST of BEST news. Shout it out loud, roll down your window and yell out “I’m kicking cancers ass!” I have been thinking about you and your results all day and I was so glad to finally find out that it is such good news. You deserve the break this week.
    I was just praying for you last night and asking that such a strong woman with a bright light not be taken from her work here so soon. God is answering many peoples prayers today.

  572. Tammy O. says

    Yay! Great news! God is good!! May you continue to be blessed with positive news and full healing.

  573. Ann says

    These are awesome news! Congratulations. I am sure you are pretty much ‘dancing on a table’…..
    Our God is a good God and trustworthy. I am so happy for you! I am.
    Praise God.
    Wow. This is really great! May God continue to bless you, restore your health and heal your body. And keep choosing Joy.
    You are an inspiration to lots of us. Thank you.

  574. Jocelyn says

    Praying everyday that the good news keeps coming. You inspire more than words can describe, Ashley… and I don’t even “know” you! Thank you.

  575. Meghan Grace says

    Happy tears are falling, Ashley!!!!! That is the best news ever! I pray that you’ve enjoyed your day! Hugs, Sweet Pea!

  576. Aimee says

    So happy for you! God does answer pray and He knows you will tell everyone of his goodness!

  577. Sallie says

    The first words upon reading your blog should have been “Thank you, God.” Instead i just whooped out a loud “WAHOOOOOOOOOOOOO!” I’m counting on the fact that God knows that was a very grateful prayer.

  579. Bonnie F. says

    That is incredible news, Ashley! This is my first time commenting, but I’ve been following and praying for quite some time. Someone just ahead of me suggested Floravital to boost your iron, and I’ll second that! I take it everyday, and it works so well.

    I’ll be praying that you continue to be blessed with the best news with every new test!

  580. chloe lambe says

    WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!

    OMG OMG OMG! im soooooooo excited and happy for you!!!
    Gods using you in BIG ways ashley.
    i was so dissapointed that your good news was “im anemic” and then i kept reading and now im so giddy!
    i hope you are celebrating today with everyone and lots of donuts! and wheatgrass!

  581. Liz says

    Thank you LORD JESUS!!! Continuing to pray in faith that His healing power will be manifested in your life! GOD IS GOOD…ALL THE TIME!!!

  582. Bec says

    Woo to the hoo! SO HAPPY for you, Ashley! Praise to God for His blessings. Many thanks to you for sharing your journey with others. Your attitude is one to strive for! I continue to pray that God will use you and your circumstances to bring Him glory.

  583. Simone says

    I’m so hormonal – but this really brought a very happy tear to my eye. What wonderful, wonderful news for you and your family!!! Isn’t it amazing how all of us “strangers” are so connected to you and your journey. Sending you light and love from Sydney. S x

  586. DD says

    So very pleased for you and your family! I will be hoping for repeats of the good news!

  587. Gigi says

    Hi Ashley! Happy tears right now. I love hearing this today. God is so good! Praying
    for continued great news. Blessings!

  588. Vicki Turner says

    That is soooooooooo awesome Ashley! We have been waiting and praying for this news for so long. Enjoy your day and weekend! I hope the weather out there is better than here, we go between springlike and cold, rainy. I am so happy for you! Love you oxoxoxoxoxoxox,
    Cousin Vicki

  589. sue says

    Wonderful news, my best thoughts go to you so often. You’ll continue to be in my prayers

  590. Karen says

    You and your attitude towards your struggle inspire me in ways I cannot possibly describe. Thank you for your beautiful blog/website. Thank God for your incredible news. I pray that the miracle continues…you are just amazing!

  591. Dana says

    Yeh!!! Glad to hear such great news! You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers!

  592. Karen says

    Fantastic news!!! Praise God!! I am so happy for you Ashley, I will continue to keep you in my prayers that you just keep getting better and better and you will soon see an end to those chemo days!!!

    God Bless you!

  593. Nicole Dein says

    Woo Hoo!!! I cried reading this because I am so excited and happy for you and your family! God is Great!!

    Much love and prayers:)

  594. Kim Rhodes says

    Hi Ashley,
    You were on my mind today. I had no idea why because I had no idea what you were going through. But now I know why. It’s amazing how God just puts people on your mind at just the right time. I am so inspired by your courage and I know there are big plans for you. What great news you got today. Scott and I will be praying for you and your beautiful family daily. And I must say, you are absolutely beautiful bald.

  595. patrice Longmire says

    I have been reading your blog for about 6 weeks never left a comment…. Until today… The good new has made me do a happy dance in my kitchen just for you and your family! I pray for you often and rejoice in your news… Funny, I have never met you but am so honored to be able to pray for you and read your blog. Thank you so much for allowing me to be just a tiny part of your life! Fighting for you in my prayers sweet friend.

  596. Laura Ritter says

    Yelled out loud with both my arms in the air as I read this!!!!!!! I scared the dog.
    GOD is good…..SOOOOOOO happy for you Ash!!!! Hope you enjoyed your “day off” :o)

  597. Beth says

    What an answer to our prayers. Tears of joy going down my face as I thank God with you.

  599. geggi says

    i cried tears of joy when i read the news. i am so happy for you and your loved ones!

  600. Theresa Zagarino says

    Your happiness made my crappy day a GREAT DAY!. You are an enigma! God bless you!

  602. Clare says

    Praise God!! That really is fantastic news. I’m crying I’m so happy for you guys. Will keep praying. Cant wait to tell my daughter your good news when I pick her up from school. Big hugs and prayers. xx

  604. Hilary says

    I am so so happy for you! I think about you all the time and wonder “what would Ashley do?” and choose joy. I hope you have a huge donut dinner and continue your celebrations this weekend with your gorgeous family and amazing group of friends. I have no doubt all the support and joy and hope from Team Ashley spread so much love into your body and annihilated those mean rumors. I’m so inspired by you. Enjoy your moment girl, you so deserve it!!!

  606. Meg says

    Praise the Lord. This wonderful news brings tears to my eyes. Continued blessings to you and your precious family!!!

  608. kara s. says

    Yea Ashley! Prayers are working too. Think of how many people are lifting you up to God.
    I’m so very happy to read this. šŸ™‚

  609. Amy Moeller says

    Soooooo happy for you Ashley! Yay!

    FYI… I was anemic for several years because I couldn’t stand taking the iron, even the time release ones. Then I discovered Floravital, a liquid iron supplement – I bought it on-line on amazon, but whole foods has it too. It was a miracle… A) because it worked. B) because it did NOT constipate – I know you will appreciate that! haha!

  613. kathy C says

    I am so happy for you. Our prayers are being heard, say prayers for a good friend, Kelly, who goes for a bone marrow transplant at Vandy in 2 weeks. Prayer creates miracles!

  614. ellen says

    I am so happy for you! This news brings a little tear to my eyes. You have such great faith and you are such an inspiration!

  615. Deb Moriarty says

    AWESOME NEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO HAPPY FOR YOU!!!!!!!!!!!! THIS WEEKEND IS FOR CELEBRATING!!!! XOXOXOXOXOXOXO
    ENJOY! ENJOY! ENJOY! DONUTS FOR ALL! šŸ™‚

  616. Erica says

    I’m so happy for you and your family! And so are HUNDREDS of other people! How amazing is he response. CONGRATS!!!! šŸ™‚

  617. Karen says

    I am soooooo thrilled to hear that wonderful news and so happy for you and your family. Finally, some good news. Hooray šŸ™‚

  618. Jennifer says

    This makes me so happy. Miracles do happen! Two very special women in my life are battling serious cancer right now. Very wonderful to hear your good news. God continue to bless and heal you!

  619. Tricia Carter says

    GOD is GREAT! All the prayers lifting you up, all the joy you give others…….and that motherly advice you are taking (coffee enemas AND wheat grass) is definitely healing treatment and your tests are evidence of that! Thank you GOD!!!!

  620. Mich says

    Bless your heart, Ashley – what a wonderful result! So many people around the world are celebrating with you.

  621. NellyKelly says

    You are so right, this is The Best News. May God continue to bless and keep you. I’m happy to add my joyful, hopeful, grateful tears to the multitudes above…

  622. Twins Squared says

    Yay! Yay! I have been checking in every day for this post and I am so glad that it is finally here. Crying buckets right now! I am soo soo happy for you!

  626. Sharon says

    A miracle! Thank you, God, for this generous gift of healing and encouragement for Ashley.

    Faith-building for sure.

    Continue to pray for you, and for your family, often.

  630. kat says

    I have been waiting and praying for you Ashley and I Thank God for this wonderful news! We all will continue to pray for you that your body will heal enitirely. I hope you had a wonderful day having lots of fun! God bless you and have a wonderful night! šŸ™‚

  631. Janet says

    AMEN!!!!

    Love hearing this wonderful news, Ashley! Prayers of thanksgiving going up as I type…

    Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!

  634. Dawn says

    Well Ashley, I think this GREAT news might just shut your website down with all the comments…I read your blog DAILY and follow you on FB and pray for you and your sweet family…I have only commented one other time, but felt the need to do so again!!! PRAISE God for this awesome news!!! I am sure it was the enemas..hee hee…have a wonderful weekend celebrating!! xoxo

  637. leslie says

    Wooohooo!!!!! Sooo happy for you!!! I will have to celebrate in the morning and get some donuts in honor of your great news!! LOL. Seriously, that is awesome news!! Thank God!!!!

  638. Shannon King says

    PRAISE GOD!!!!!! I am so happy to hear this news. I have been praying for you and hoping God will heal you. You are so uplifting and I am thankful that I stumbled across your page.

  640. Ada Piggott says

    Every time before going to bed I have been checking your site. Today, I am going to bed really happy!!! I am so grateful you are healing. You have inspired so many people and we ALL are praying for your complete recovery. xoxo

  643. Kelly Longfellow says

    We have been praying for you, and are thrilled beyond belief over this wonderful news! You are an inspiration to ALL. Keep up the positive energy. You are going to beat this thing! xo

  644. Megha says

    I am so so glad you are winning! I have read you blog every day for the past 6 months! I am so happy for you!!

  646. LĆ©anne :) says

    I have been a silent reader of your blog for quite some time now… i am hopelessly hooked!!! I love reading every post! You are a true inspiration Ashley!!! Your news today is fantastic, I am sooooo happy for you!!! I said some prayers for you last night as i knew today was the big results day…. i saw this quote on Kelle Hampton’s blog, enjoying the small things & immediately thought of you : “The gloom of the world is but a shadow; behind it, yet within our reach, is joy. Take joy.” ~Fra Giovanni Giocondo

    All the best to you, you are in my thoughts & prayers!!! šŸ™‚

  651. Lisa says

    I am seriously crying for joy right now! I just really needed to hear some happy news and more importantly a reminder that God is supreme! I am SO happy for you and for your family! I will to continue to pray for you! Have fun celebrating!

    Much love!
    Lisa

  653. ellzabelle says

    YEAH! I’m smiling ear to ear for you. Been thinking of you so much this week waiting for results. Keep kicking it’s butt, you’re amazing. (and I was laughing so hard at your Diesel story and the poop).

  655. Heather G. says

    Could not be more thrilled!! Thank you God, thank you so much! Continuing to pray!!!

  656. Kimberly says

    Praise God from whom all blessings flow…when I read your wonderful post, that song soared through my head! Now, we pray the path is clear and continues to be!

    Enjoy your “chemo-cation” that’s what all the ck’s (cancer kids) like my son call it when they get a little “time off!”

    Love,
    Kimberly

  657. Diana Bracy says

    I believe in the power of prayers. Enjoy the good news. Enjoy every minute of life. I am so happy for you. May you continue to shrink those invaders and get back to living the rest of your natural life by aging gracefully for a very long time.

  658. Sarah says

    Fantastic news! I hope you had an amazing day – you certainly deserve it! Your spirit comes through your posts so clearly – I hope that you can feel all of us channeling that joy right back at you.

  659. Robyn says

    BEST news I have read in a while! So happy to read it said by you!
    I hope you enjoyed your day, what awesome news, prayer works!!!

  661. Terry Carter says

    Thank you, God! Miracles do happen! Such wonderful news!!! Yay!!! I am so happy for you, Ashley and for your precious Boo and wonderful Mr. LBB, your Mom and all the rest of your family. Will continue to pray for your complete recovery. xoxoxoxoxoxoxo

  662. cagla says

    That’s one of the greatest news i’ve ever heard. Celebrate this day with your lovely family.

  664. sandee says

    Ashley,

    I only started readying your blog YESTERDAY from a cute pin I saw on Pinterest. But once I got here I had to meander through and read and read and read….

    And then like on Facebook. And when I saw a post on best news I HAD to come over and find out results. Just met you. but my heart is happy with your news. Blessings.

    So funny (odd)..i just finished watching a series (on netflix) called Off the Map. was discontinued..and some questionable content…but (my point, get to my point)… in watching it I was really inspired/hit by the perspective to love and find the joy and blessings in the middle of life, everything, in the middle of messy days, and hard news, and all of it. And reading your blog reminded me of that message…you seem to have that heart. Reminds me of Ann Voskamp and her 1000 Gifts book.

    So happy about your Best News today! Amen!

  665. Divya says

    That IS awesome news indeed! Let me tell you this first, I have been following you for quite some time (secretly). I have read, learnt, some much about and from you that you are a part of family now (I know many people have already said this but, that is how it is). I think about you all day and keep (eagerly) waiting for your updates – sometimes I visit your site 3-4 times a day (inspite having a subscription).

    Good god! 669 (and counting) comments!! So many well-wishers all around the globe (I am from India).

    Congratulations – time to celebrate. I feel very happy for your family šŸ™‚

  670. Ellie says

    God answers prayers and prayer in numbers works! Miracles happen everyday and you are living proof! So happy for you and your family!! <3

  676. christina says

    Fantastic news! I am so happy for you and your family. This shows again, that positive thinking and faith is a great healer… Choose joy should be on top of every therapy plan!

  678. Tona says

    Yay! So happy for your great news!! Will continue to pray! Thank you for sharing your life and your great attitude with us! You are such an inspiration!

  679. Aylin says

    I’m really happy for you. Keep writing the good news. Just know that a follower from Istanbul, TURKEY prays for you and your family. Lots of love…

  680. njeri says

    That is the bestest news everest!
    I am a follower from Africa (Kenya) and I admire your attitude and courage.

  681. Janet says

    Even though I don’t personally know you, I cried when I read this! Congratulations and God Bless! Enjoy every moment of your week off!

  685. Vanessa Noseworthy says

    Ashley, I have been following your story, like so many others, and am so truly happy for you. You are an inspiration – your courage and positive attitude have reached many parts of the world! (I live in Newfoundland, Canada). I know you will continue to heal and do great things!

  686. Katie O says

    Well there you go, yet again, making me cry at work getting my makeup all smeared. . . . BUT it’s finally a joyful cry so I’ll reapply gladly, YAY!!!!!! Praise the Lord, God is an awesome God! Soooooooooo happy for you & your family =D

  687. Gaƫlle says

    Wonderful news ! ! ! I’m so pleased to read it. What lesson, humbly and courageously. Choosing joy IS YOU, it is your choice, result : THE JOY COMES TO YOU !
    Love too, merci.
    Bisous from Belgium ^^

  690. Amy says

    YOU ARE A MIRACLE! obviously the chemo is working but I think the best meds you have given yourself is your unbelievably positive attitude. You have definitely been an inspiration to me. Thank you!

  691. Melissa says

    Wow Ashley! I am SO SO happy God is so good, and the power of prayer is AMAZING!! I will keep the prayers coming!

    xo,
    Melissa

  692. Patti says

    happy happy joy joy! i opened your site with cautious optimism this morning and voila! good news!

  693. Teri says

    Woo hoo, I sat at my kitchen table reading this today and just started clapping for you! What an answer to prayer. How cool is it that you have friends all over, some you don’t even know about that are talking to God about you šŸ™‚ He’s not through with you yet, great news!

  694. Amanda says

    Oh yay x a billion!! That is awesome news…if it makes me smile this much I can only imagine the cheesy grins on you and your family. Hope you did something fabulous šŸ™‚

  699. Suzanne says

    I am so happy for you! I was stuck in rush hour traffic the other day and was getting road rage and then i just started praying for you instead! I am so happy for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  700. Allison says

    I am so EXCITED and HAPPY for you!!! YAY!!!!! There aren’t enough !!!! to express the wonderfulness of this news!!

    I’m donating platelets at work next Wednesday – even though I’m all the way in MA I will dedicate them to you kicking cancer’s ass and wear my Choose Joy necklace while doing it šŸ˜€

  701. Caroline says

    I’m so happy for you, Ashley!! Today I had to go through some yucky medical tests and before I left home I thought: “Think like Ashley, choose joy” and it worked.
    Reading the news made my day. Finally, it seems like the universe is returning all the good you do everyday.

  702. La Lewis says

    I just recently found your blog on Pinterest through a felt iphone/ipod cover tutorial. I am so glad I did! I love reading about your journey via The Cancer Chronicles. I rejoice with you in the victories. God’s grace is so amazing and thank you for sharing your life with us.

  704. Danielle says

    I’m SO beyond OVERJOYED!! Tears are streaming down my face…HOPE you have the best day/week EVER!! So great to hear GOOD news (and to kick cancer’s a$$!). Thank you for sharing, it has MADE my day!!

  707. Clover says

    Praise the lord. I saw a woman yesterday that looked like you. Now I read this. The best news I have heard in a long time!

  709. Karen Peterson says

    Go out and have a great day celebrating!! So glad for you and your family

  710. Andrea Beshuk says

    … and the iron/etc will just add to feeling even better!

    Sharing in your JOY and fantastic news!!!!! Happy Happy day to you Ashley!

  711. Megan Gore says

    Oh, friend! I am comment #716 to say that we love you and are THRILLED at your news. It’s what we’ve been praying for. Best. Day. EVAH. Jason is in Puerto Rico and said to send you his love. So happy for you Hackshaws… go celebrate!! xoxo

  712. Shannon Pennicott says

    That is fantastic news, Ashley….so happy for you…we must be following a same path- my cancer was discovered in October and on Monday found out the tumour is gone…still have more chemo and a PET scan as well to do…but things are looking hopeful!! yay for us!

  715. K G Palmer says

    God Is Great! Amazing news, congratulations! Will keep praying all of you – K

  716. Cecilia says

    GREAT news!!!! Hope you enjoy the whole weekend, since you were supposed to stay in bed… I’m almost crying.

    XOXO

  717. charity says

    What wonderful, amazing awesome news for you and your family! What a wonder God is! Congratulations!

  719. June B says

    Hugs and Continued Prayers…Just started following your blog – you are such a sweet blessing! Ain’t God Good!!!

  721. raquel says

    YUPI YUPI YUPI YUPI!!!! Q gran notĆ­cia!!!! No sabes lo q me alegro por ti!!! Siempre hay una luz al final del tĆŗnel!!!

    Muchos Ɣnimos y besitos!!!

  722. Emily Clum says

    Praise the Lord! I’ve started following you very randomly from a pinterest pin on a hair tutorial (I never did find the tutorial that was originally pinned but no worries here)… I am so thankful I stumbled upon your blog and your story! The joy you show and example is inspiring! Thank you and Praise the One who is our Healer!
    This is a great song I think you will enjoy today!

  728. Megan Mendez says

    Isn’t it such an incredible feeling to know that the nasty chemo (and of course the prayers) are making a difference? You must be overjoyed right now!! I am so happy for you. Alos, there is nothing like a break from chemo, for those who have gone through it (like myself), it’s like your free again, so awesome!!! As always, thank you for this blog.

  729. Sarah says

    You’ve just made my day like so many others on here! I’ve been following your story from the beginning and I’m over the moon excited that you’re coming out on the other side of this! Praise the Lord! I hope you enjoy your day, it’s well deserved! Keeping you in my prayers too!

  731. Nicole Lowe says

    What wonderful news!! So happy to hear everything is shrinking! You are such an inspiration. Thanks so much for letting us follow you in your journey šŸ˜‰

  732. Christina says

    That is so Amazing! Awesome awesome awesome!!!! Our God is soooooo good!!!
    On the other note I found this laxative tea called smoothe Move by Traditional Medicines, it works pretty good and it’s organic, homeopathic and will not hurt you in any way. It’s definatly not as strong as enemas, but something you can sip on when you’re taking your mustard baths. Drink it in the evening and poop in the morning šŸ˜‰
    Love the news and keeping you in my prayers!
    This post made my day!

  733. Jennifer says

    That’s wonderful news, Ashley!!! You have been in my prayers šŸ™‚ Although I don’t comment, I follow your blog and am inspired by your positive attitude, openness and talent. I’m so excited to hear your awesome news and I’m sure you are overjoyed!

  735. Nancy's Couture says

    PRAISE GOD!!!!!!!
    Ashley I am soooo excited and happy for you. When I read this I wanted to go run around the neighbor yelling God is so good! Oh yeah, and I don’t run, LOL.
    God is not done using you yet and I can’t wait to see what he does through you next!

  739. Sydney says

    Wow! Awesome news! I am also amazed that I saw there were 744 comments. With all of those prayers you are sure to keep improving! šŸ˜‰

  740. cindy says

    Yay!!! I am so happy for the good news!!! I am smiling from ear to ear. Prayers are being answered.

  741. Andrea J says

    Woohoo is right!! I’m so happy for you!! I’m glad you are finding out what seems to be working and what isn’t!! I want to scream with joy, but don’t want to wake a sleeping baby!!!!

  744. GlĆ¼ckskind says

    How wonderful is this! I’m so happy for you and your family!
    Sending you the deepest wishes that it may continue like that!
    From the other side of the ocean,
    Juliane
    (Hamburg, Germany)

  747. Lisa Hall says

    Oh Ashley!
    Such wonderful news!
    I will continue to pray that the news will just keep getting better!
    Enjoy your day sweet lady!

  750. Becky says

    wow! God IS Great!! didnt manage to get to the pc yesterday (kept thinking about you all day). was a loooong day today too…but this news was so worth the wait…am so happy for you…and a special prayer of thanks tonight to Jesus for bestowing this miracle…may He do the same next week!! xx

  753. Brandy says

    I’ve been checking your BLOG everyday for something good to come your way. I am honestly so happy for you and your family and friends. I sighed with relief after seeing this. God bless you Ashley. Continued prayers for you from Lakewood, Wa.

  755. Teresa says

    I’m so happy for you Ashley. I stumbled across your blog by way of “photography in front of a christmas tree with no flash” and you have had a place in my heart since. So glad for your good news, girl!

  757. Stacey says

    This is the best news Ashley. Reading your blog has encouraged me. I now drink wheatgrass juice and often think of your motto: CHOOSE JOY!! Today is an awesome day for you! So happy- xxx

  758. Holly says

    Oh my gosh how cute and tiny is Diesel!? Way too sweet!

    Also, that is fantastic and amazing news that you are doing so well! I’m really happy for you! Long may it continue!

  759. Gretchen says

    Perfectly wonderful news! I’ll enjoy my weekend, too, knowing that you’re mending as planned.

  761. Donna Ware says

    ASHLEY!!!! What amazing news! I think of you often and more so on Thursdays – I hope you had an awesome day! This post brought tears of happiness for you and your beautiful family šŸ™‚

  763. lisa says

    What wonderful news! That is so great to hear. You have been on my mind and I look at my “Be Filled With Joy” Katie Daisy print and think of you regularly. Sending you a big hug from Michigan. šŸ™‚

  765. Robyn says

    Ashley!! I just was able to get to your blog here tonight.. I am so happy for you if I could jump out of my skin I would !!!… This is PHENOMINAL NEWS!!! i am so beyond happy for you I can’t even find a word for it!!!.. keeping you in my prayers!!
    Robyn šŸ™‚

  766. Whitney says

    My sister text me yesterday the second she read this, “READ LBB!!!” I can not tell you how happy we ALL are. My brother-in-law has metastatic melanoma and I read your blogs everyday just to cheer me up because of your attitude. After reading this I prayed for you and him (as I always do) to continue on this road to recovery and to heal my BIL. You give me so much hope and inspiration! My sister and I call you our imaginary best friend and think you would really like us! HA

    PS Wearing my “I donuted tee right now” šŸ™‚

    • mackenzie says

      I’m Whitney’s sister and we were so excited to see your sis in law lived in Ladera (as do we) and it turns out your sister in law, Jen, knows our sister law! Ha! We were so excited šŸ™‚ We are always praying for you and thank you for being so inspirational to us through this very difficult time in our own family. Praying for more healing every day!! XOXO

  767. Bridget says

    Yay, Ashley!!! So happy for you! I hope this is just the start of all the great news you will be receiving in the coming weeks. You’re such an inspiration. God Bless You!

  768. Cuppy Walker says

    Awesome Ashley, It was wonderful seeing you last week. This is amazing news and certainly well deserved. You are an inspiration to us all. God Bless you and your dear family. Loved you cell phone story. As I started to read it, knowing you, I knew it would be found. You are wonderful. Cuppy

  769. Deb says

    Ashley, BLESS YOUR HEART!!! That is such good news. God is good. I am so very happy for you. Deb

  770. ninfalis says

    That’s wonderful news! I got the chills reading it because I know it’s God’s hand and your faith healing you.

  771. Jessica says

    That is sooooooo awesome!!! Thank you Jesus šŸ™‚ I’m soooo happy to hear that! It’s funny that you mention you having issues with the Methotrexate. That stuff is nasty!! Maci has had so many problems with it too! Your news {a couple days old} still made my night!!!

    Still in our prayers…
    Jessica & Maci

  774. Carmen says

    Awesome news! Thank you God!!! Your words “Iā€™m not going to die anytime soon” really make it so so real and I cannot imagine how it feels to get that news. Very happy for you and your beautiful family.

  777. Ursula says

    CONGRATULATIONS Ashley!!!!! Woo-hoo! Praise God for He is good!! I will keep praying that he continues to heal your body! <3

  779. Evelyn says

    I am just now seeing this… I AM SOOOO GLAD!!! I have been really busy with orders and stuff, so, I am soooo glad! That makes me so happy. I was praying for you yesterday morning and again this morning… Really… So happy you got some good news. šŸ™‚

  780. Dawn says

    That is fantastic news!! You are one special lady Ashley, with all that you’ve been through, there must be something BIG planned for you!

  781. Connie Lenden says

    Hi – I don’t know you and this is my first visit, but I have to tell you I am very happy you are well on your way to perfect health. So good to hear happy news.
    I will be thinking of you — Connie

  783. Cory Link says

    Cuppy Walker is my cousin and through Lisa I have learned first about your wonderful company and then about you. From Maryland, I have followed your story, enchanted by you, your family, and your courage as a mother, a wife and an amazing business woman. I was thrilled to read this post! You are an inspiration and your positivity and optimism is far reaching. It sounds odd, maybe, but you have truly inspired a complete stranger on the east coast and I am certain you’ve heard that from many others. What a powerful testament to your character! I am praying for continued good news!

  786. Cindy says

    God is Good! I’m so happy to hear your news.
    you are inspiring! I’m going to do something fun today too!
    WOOT WOOT

  788. Claudia says

    I didn’t have the time lately to follow your updates, but – woot! What good news, Ashley! You go, girl!

  790. kamela says

    Hurray! I’ve been praying to see a post like this! Sending tons of good vibes to you and your family for the continued success!! Choose Joy!

  792. Varada says

    Yay! Yay!! Yay!!! I want to go to the roof top and sing and shout for joy!!!! Great news, keep it up, Ashley šŸ™‚

    Tons of love,
    ~Varada

  793. Leah says

    I just broke one of my cardinal rules-Don’t cry at work.

    I have been waiting to read this since you starting posting about your journey in October. This is a huge blessing to you and your family (and all of your readers).

    Keep up your optimism. You have challenged me to Choose Joy and live in the moment and see all of the wonderful things around me. You have been a true inspiration to me.

  796. Jolie says

    The kids have just wandered in and asked why I’m beaming and in tears, and I was so happy to say that a lovely lady who has been sick has had some great news about getting better…and it has just made my day!!! Man, I thought you were a goddess when I read about you asking the guy in the waiting room to stop depressing everyone (what a perfect angle – up front and truthful, but without being nasty or judgmental!) but now you’ve just gone and outdone even that – what an awesome job you’ve done, ashley! I know it’s not over yet by a long shot, but I just wanted you to know you are such an inspiration to so many people all over the globe, and we’re cheering for you!
    jo x

  797. Leigh Ann says

    I am SO happy to hear your great news! I am sorry that I am just now responding to your post,we have been out of town and my email has been messed up. Anyway I agree with you,”Thank you God,Thank you God!”. I pray for continued good health for you. I know God has got you in His hands and is using you to be an inspiration and witness to others. That’s just the way I see it!
    Huge Hugs

  798. susan says

    That is wonderful! I read your story on Marvelous Marketing and that sounds like great news! My mom has been Cancer free for 15 years now. Good luck in your battle to beat this horrible disease.It sounds like you have been very proactive in your fight and are recovering well. God bless.

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