Kick it with Charla

Kickin’ It.

I decided not to labor over this post and simply offer up a little gratitude and joy that my bloodwork this morning shows the CA-125 is now 11. As a little refresher, this is the primary blood marker for ovarian cancer; 0-35 is normal, and mine was 561 when diagnosed in late March. After two rounds of chemo it dropped into the normal range at 33. Then it dropped to 16, and today 11.

I know it’s just a number, but it’s an important one and I am celebrating (even as I drift off to the drip, drip of the chemo today).

“Lord, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof; but only speak the word, and my servant will be healed.” Matthew 8:8

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33 responses to “Kickin’ It.”

  1. BJ Afams Avatar
    BJ Afams

    So encouraging, Charla. Frame that test result!

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  2. Meg Dangler Avatar
    Meg Dangler

    Amazing news! God is good! We will keep praying!!!

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    1. kickitwithcharla Avatar
      kickitwithcharla

      Thank you so much. It is all working, and I am so very grateful for the love and support of the whole community, especially my brothers and sisters at our neighbor churches. Thank you!

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  3. Karen Hershberger Avatar
    Karen Hershberger

    Such amazingly joyful news. Celebrate it and soak it in. Best wishes as you continue your treatments.

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  4. Mary tippet Avatar
    Mary tippet

    Music to my ears… this is such good news that it will carry me thru the day. So good to hear Charla ❤️

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    1. kickitwithcharla Avatar
      kickitwithcharla

      Aw, and so good to hear from you Mary!

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  5. Sudie Avatar
    Sudie

    Let’s pray you into single digits just for the fun of it.

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  6. william frothingham Avatar
    william frothingham

    Yayyy ! Such great news.

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    1. kickitwithcharla Avatar
      kickitwithcharla

      Thank you Will!

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  7. Julie McClain Avatar
    Julie McClain

    How wonderful Charla. So happy for you and admire your grace and courage so much. Hugs

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  8. Carolyn B Glah Avatar
    Carolyn B Glah

    Hi Charla! YES that is a number to celebrate! Whoop Whoop!

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  9. Susan P Linden Avatar
    Susan P Linden

    Great news! DO celebrate!

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    1. kickitwithcharla Avatar
      kickitwithcharla

      Thank you my friend – we have to celebrate small wins. 🙂

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  10. Tammy Baar Avatar
    Tammy Baar

    PTL

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  11. Tiffani Harris Avatar
    Tiffani Harris

    Thanks be to God!

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  12. Esteban Ferrer Avatar
    Esteban Ferrer

    How low can you go?!! ☺️☺️

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    gailattas

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  14. gailattas Avatar
    gailattas

                        Thank you Charla for sharing this gre

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  15. Leah Davis Avatar
    Leah Davis

    Hi Charla,

    I love your updates and I love the positive outlook you have.
    Because of you I had my blood work done a couple weeks ago.
    My ovarian cancer marker was a little elevated (27.5). Nothing urgent, but something to watch.

    I just wanted you to know that you make a difference in many many ways.
    You are a treasure and I think about you and your family often.
    Always when a fighter jet goes by!!

    All the best,
    Leah

    Leah Davis
    Coldwell Banker Mason Morse
    leah@davisaspen.com
    970-379-8551 cell
    970-925-7000 office

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    1. kickitwithcharla Avatar
      kickitwithcharla

      Leah, I am just now seeing this message. Thank you for your sweet note, and I am SO glad you got your CA-125 tested. Of course it’s only one indicator, but we don’t have much else, so I wish they would test everyone! Way to go. I love following your sweet family and seeing your fun adventures on Facebook. 🙂 Thanks for checking in.

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  16. Susan McKeller Avatar
    Susan McKeller

    Such good news, Charla!!!

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  17. Chris Hartman Avatar
    Chris Hartman

    Fantastic!!

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  18. Dana Powell Avatar
    Dana Powell

    Well Miz Charla…you are showing off 👍🏻👍🏻 and rightly so . Brava dear one…sending our love and continued prayers.🙏🏻 Dana and Gene💜💜

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    1. kickitwithcharla Avatar
      kickitwithcharla

      Thanks to my angels everywhere. ❤

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  19. Peggy Everhart Avatar
    Peggy Everhart

    Bradley and I are so happy for you and your family Charla. We have no doubt that your deep faith has a role in your amazing cancer victory.
    Thank you for being an inspiration to us all!

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  20. Laura Kornasiewicz Avatar
    Laura Kornasiewicz

    Those numbers are fantastic! And your inspiring words are sweet music to all of us who love and support you. Thank you for continuing to share your progress! ❤️

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  21. Melinda Wright Avatar
    Melinda Wright

    Way to go, Charla! It is a time to celebrate.
    God is good! I pray your numbers continue to improve, allowing you to move on to the next step in your treatment. You’ve got this!

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  22. Deb Neal Johnston Avatar
    Deb Neal Johnston

    The Lord has truly locked you in his heart. Your faith and expectancy are full and effective powers.
    Thank you for your profound inspiration.
    Deb j

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  23. Diane Ford Avatar
    Diane Ford

    Such brilliant news Charla – well done – you are winning the fight

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  24. Lori Mueller Avatar
    Lori Mueller

    Amazing and incredibly happy and joyful for everyone who knows and loves you and most especially, you😊

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  25. Sharon Wynne Avatar
    Sharon Wynne

    Definitely celebrate this great news and accomplishment! Way to go! We are so happy you are doing so well and “kicking it”. Your posts are such an inspiration to read. Thank you for taking the time to share your honesty, wit and wisdom with us. ❤️

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  26. karaswilliams Avatar
    karaswilliams

    I am happy to hear this!

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  27. Ned Cochran Avatar
    Ned Cochran

    Great to hear those numbers are dropping. Keep those cartwheels coming.
    Loved that photo. Sending our Love to You, and your family. Ned C. ❤️

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About Charla

In March of 2023 our dear Charla was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer which had spread to the lymph nodes. Charla is a beloved friend and pastor to so many. In an effort to keep all of those who care about her in the loop, and lighten the communication load that would inevitably fall on Charla and her family, we have established this blog. Please post your comments of positivity, prayer, encouragement, and inspiration on this site, or mail encouraging messages via snail mail.

Prior to this diagnosis Charla had tossed around the idea of starting a podcast. With a background in PR and TV, years of expertise teaching and writing on parenting and other topics, a Doctorate in Ministry from Duke University, and 13 years under her belt of co-pastoring and leading a church, Charla has a deep well of wisdom to draw from and “kick around” in conversation in a podcast setting. We can’t wait to “kick it” (slang for “hang out”) with Charla in the years ahead and hear her declare triumph over this diagnosis.

For now, we join Charla in solidarity, with love and constant prayer, as she kicks cancer out of her body.

Kick it with Charla. And lift her up in prayer.