[Serious] A very hard day in Team Helix http://www.dslreports.com/forum/r21412587 en Wed, 02 Dec 2009 17:21:47 EDT Wed, 02 Dec 2009 17:21:47 EDT Re: [Serious] A very hard day http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21431784 Gizmo : My thoughts, prayers, and mucho MOJO for you & your wife.
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said by Vtblues See Profile :

No apologies are necessary, it could be prayers answered for strength for all we know, the first of many answered prayers for Anne and you through this.
That well may be! There is "inner strength" but support comes from many sources...some obvious, some perhaps not so easy to see, but real, none the less.

I did pray for strength, and I know prayers were sent our way. All I "know" is that I feel like I am back "on my feet", and can help Anne fight through this, and I am grateful whereever the help for me to be in the proper frame of mind comes from! :)

On a lighter note: One of the ladies at work told me "You are going to need to help your wife with the household chores more now" I think that she misunderstood when I started laughing, but those who know us will tell you that I am already the "housekeeper" at Cazsa del PeteC2...heck, I dust/vacuum, do all the laundry, wash the floors, litter box (for the cat...not me!), etc. Cooking is my only lacking talent on the domestic side...grilling, sandwiches, microwaving and opening cans are about my only culinary skills :o
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Wow, that was mushy, but I meant every word...
Prayers for a complete recovery will continue.
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My deepest prayers for you and mostly for Anne.... ]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21419366 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 20:57:20 EDT Re: Somewhat better news... http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21419356 simplykristi : Hi Pete,
Totally understandable. I have been on the cancer journey with my folks since the beginning of May this year. The journey is tough.

I am all too familiar with nasal reconstruction so don't hesitate to ask.

Kristi
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We had another appt. this morning, and had a more in depth explanation as to what the doctor told me.

Although it is a very large tumor, in a tough location, and it has spread, the doctor's explanation of "spread" was not quite what my fears made it.

The cancer has spread somewhat, but not to any other organ, and not to where it is yet likely to "pop up". He believes that though it will be a bear to get rid of, it can be eliminated.

The $64 question is whether radiation and chemo, or surgery will be the best option. Because of it's location, radiation/chemo would be less invasive, because in order to remove it surgically, would literally mean the complete removal of Ann'e nose, and require an "artificial" nose to replace it with. The only potential block with using radiation/chemo would be if the cancer has spread too close to the eyes, as radiation can cause vision loss/blindness if too close to the eye.

We should have a consult with the Oncologist within the next week, andthen we'll know.

Either way, though this is still very serious, and as the doctor said, will be a few very rough months ahead, this is something that we can (and will) deal with together.

I apologize for my attitude yesterday, but I just did not know how to take it all in, and I just felt devastated. But I (we) caught my breath now, and we'll just deal with things as they come. We will do just fine. Thank you all so much for your support and concern...I can not tell you sufficiently how much that means to me!
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Icarus is correct. By being positive, the power of the mind can be very strong in the fight. ]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21415089 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 07:44:13 EDT Re: [Serious] A very hard day http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21415057 ehansman : Mojo and good thoughts on the way. I know you both have a long fight ahead. Stay strong.
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These things can be beat. Advancements are happening every day. As said above, keep a positive attitude in the face of this. That's very important!
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Pete,there is nothing more important and healing than a positive attitude when dealing with a situation like this. Both you and Anne need to stay positive no matter what. Look forward to better days and good health and the future......it works my friend.....
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...something is happening here but you don't know what it is...do you, Mr. Jones?]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21413780 Tue, 11 Nov 2008 22:16:44 EDT Re: [Serious] A very hard day http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21413468 Vtblues : Anne and you will be in my prayers,I will trust in God to answer them.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21413468 Tue, 11 Nov 2008 21:31:40 EDT Re: [Serious] A very hard day :( http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21413416 usa2k : Prayers now. It sounds like a rough road ahead. I trust in God and prayer first, actions second. I hope you can feel the love us Helixers wish to heap on the two of you and your extended families and friends.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21413416 Tue, 11 Nov 2008 21:24:41 EDT Re: [Serious] A very hard day http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21413377 signmeuptoo : Pete, she's got my prayers too, so sad to hear this. Got to kick that cancer into oblivion! Bless her and you.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21413377 Tue, 11 Nov 2008 21:18:37 EDT Re: [Serious] A very hard day http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21413374 mouseferatu : Prayers and good thoughts for Anne, and hopes for a good outcome.]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21413374 Tue, 11 Nov 2008 21:17:45 EDT Re: [Serious] A very hard day http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21413286 santy : Prayers and good thoughts still going out from the windy city area.. ]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21413286 Tue, 11 Nov 2008 21:03:02 EDT Re: [Serious] A very hard day http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21413174 sortofageek : My Lord willing, praying for another 33 years, Pete. Updated our prayer list


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wbg]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21413024 Tue, 11 Nov 2008 20:21:47 EDT Re: [Serious] A very hard day http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21412890 squirt : I'm so sorry to hear the news. "tough" isn't impossible ... praying with hope in my heart]]> http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21412890 Tue, 11 Nov 2008 20:01:38 EDT Re: [Serious] A very hard day http://www.dslreports.com/forum/remark,21412827 simplykristi : Hi Pete,
Lots of good thoughts and prayers for you and Anne. If you need to chat, I am just a PM away.

Kristi
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The tumor is cancerous, and it has spread. Surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation treatment according to her doctor. He said that it will be "tough" to knock out...

don't know what else to say right now.

:)

sortofamodnote:
See also --> »33 years ago...

Jan 21, 2009 Update ---> »Anne's cancer surgery

Feb 5, 2009 Update ---> »Good update!

Sept 28, 2009 Update --->
»Spare a a prayer and a little good karma...

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