Can't believe this man!!

I am just so touched by my husband's desire to stay alive! He keeps shocking the begeebers out of us all! Here is what I posted on fb today. It has been such a roller coaster ride this last month and every time he gets knocked down and I think he can't possibly take anymore, he lunges back! He is just so truly amazing and resiliant! He is moving forward, adjusting to each new normal!

Posting:
"Another update from the home of the Gorodetzky's...LOL. Eric had a very rough patch after his transfusions a couple of friday's ago. He was met with new challenges including double vision, extreme exhaustion, respiratory depression, lathargy, and a loss of cognitive abilities. As the days turned into nearly a week, last Thursday seemed to be a bit of improvement with the ability to be awake a bit more and become mobile again with the aide of his wheelchair. He is truly an amazing ox! He is consuming some (very little) fluids daily and eating a bit though it is met with great difficulty. He continues to try his very best to take in what he can daily. I have never in my lifetime met a person so very in love with the very concept of "living" all the life you can. My hat goes off to him daily. Thank you all for your love and support!"

I want to also thank all of you here for all of your support and kind words. None of us can tell exactly how this will move going forward, but one constant has always been your encouragement and support! We both love you all so very much!

-Michelle

Comments

  • mardigras
    mardigras Member Posts: 215 Member
    Every good wish and much love!
    Oh Michelle, What an inspiration you are to us all.
    How wonderful it is to read your posts.
    As I go through the darkest moments so far on our journey,
    I wish you peace and love.
    Bless you and your special Eric.
    Hugs and prayers,
    Marci xx
  • Wife of patient 50378
    Wife of patient 50378 Member Posts: 124
    Eric & Michelle
    Eric IS an AMAZING soul! His strong optimistic presence & support is certainly missed on the board. Michelle you are truely amzaing as well! My hat goes off to both of YOU!
    Stay strong....Your in my thoughts!
    sal
  • sangora
    sangora Member Posts: 213

    Eric & Michelle
    Eric IS an AMAZING soul! His strong optimistic presence & support is certainly missed on the board. Michelle you are truely amzaing as well! My hat goes off to both of YOU!
    Stay strong....Your in my thoughts!
    sal

    Tell Eric
    Tell Eric that Sam is stable as we type and is still pulling for him every day. Prayers to you both. Sam Stage IV
  • MissusB
    MissusB Member Posts: 111
    sangora said:

    Tell Eric
    Tell Eric that Sam is stable as we type and is still pulling for him every day. Prayers to you both. Sam Stage IV

    I think of you both every day!
    I'm always so glad to get news about either of you. You are both in my prayers and will conintue to be. Your courage is amazing. Love - Kim
  • paul61
    paul61 Member Posts: 1,391 Member
    Good News!!
    Michelle,

    It is great to hear that Eric is still "hanging in there". I have great admiration for his positive attitude and love of life. He is certainly doing this his way and that is great. You are both in my prayers daily.

    Best Regards,

    Paul Adams
    McCormick, South Carolina

    DX 10/22/2009 T2N1M0 Stage IIB
    12/03/2009 Ivor Lewis
    2/8 through 6/14/2010 Adjuvant Chemo Cisplatin, Epirubicin, 5 FU
    Two year survivor

    Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we are here we might as well dance!
  • sandy1943
    sandy1943 Member Posts: 824
    You and Eric have been a
    You and Eric have been a great inspiration to us all. Eric has faced the beast head on and has not let it kill his spirit. The love of life and the dignity he has shown has helped us all.
    Hugs and prayers
    Sandra
  • BMGky
    BMGky Member Posts: 621
    Thanks for letting us know.
    Thanks for letting us know. What a fighter. I don't have your FB link so I have been wondering how Eric is doing. Tell him we say, "Hi," and that we think of you both and have you in our prayers. BMGky
  • mrsbotch
    mrsbotch Member Posts: 349
    you two are amazing
    Hi Eric & Michelle

    I have not been on in awhile as my mothers passing has been very hard.

    Eric you stun me on your zest for life. You have fought this beast like no other.

    I am incredibly proud of you and your lovely wife.I will always remember you and
    our e-mails. You are a shiny star,always remember that.


    Much love
    Mrs Botch(Barbara)
  • ritawaite13
    ritawaite13 Member Posts: 236
    Such a trooper
    Eric, you are an amazing man and Michelle, you are very blessed. Just keep on doing what you're doing - enjoying life and loving each other.
    Love Rita
  • GerryS
    GerryS Member Posts: 227 Member
    What courage..........
    Michelle,
    You have one brave guy there. He is an inspiration to us all. Keep it up and God Bless...

    Gerry
  • TerryV
    TerryV Member Posts: 887
    You know how to make my day!
    Michelle!

    Thank you SO MUCH for posting Eric's continued good news. His love of living and love for you has provided all of us a lesson on making the most of life.

    I am SO GLAD that Eric is able to get around on his own 2 wheels ;) and is there to give and receive your hugs daily.

    You two know what's important in life. Make the most of what you've got! Thanks again for the update.

    Love & Hugs to you both!

    Terry & Nick
  • birdiequeen
    birdiequeen Member Posts: 319
    Michelle,
    So good to hear

    Michelle,

    So good to hear from you. I hope you are holding up too. Eric is a trooper and it is true he is facing this on his own terms. Giving insperation to all that read his story. I hope he is pain free as I know how improtant that is to him.

    Take care and godspeed,
    Lee Ann
  • jgwright
    jgwright Member Posts: 242
    Love You Guys
    And always great to hear from you, no matter what the news. Keep it going, Eric, my man, and the beauteous Michelle!~!!

    -=-JErry