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  • eric38
    eric38 Member Posts: 583
    lisa42 said:

    prayers being said
    Hi Eric,

    I love your sense of humor. :) I will be praying for you for this upcoming scan will show chemo has helped some of the cancer to go away. You are strong & prayers are being said for your continued strength and endurance.

    Blessings,
    Lisa

    Thank you so much
    Thank you so much for all the wonderful posts. It makes me feel good to know that thre are so many of you supporting me and praying for me. I plan on being around for a long time. Phil - When I am a long term survivor will my head turn black and white? Does Craig have this problem? Should I avoid wearing blue? So many questions and not enough time. I am sincerely touched by all of you and I really appreciate it. I`ve never felt so close to people I`ve never met. I wish the best for all of you.

    Eric ( : . )
  • Annabelle41415
    Annabelle41415 Member Posts: 6,742 Member
    Thoughts and Prayers
    Eric: You are in my thoughts and prayers and I'm sending good vibes your way. Scan clear and markers normal. Let us know how you are doing. Also, good luck at the doctors on Wednesday and share that good news with us when you get it.

    Kim
  • tiny one
    tiny one Member Posts: 465 Member
    eric38 said:

    Thank you so much
    Thank you so much for all the wonderful posts. It makes me feel good to know that thre are so many of you supporting me and praying for me. I plan on being around for a long time. Phil - When I am a long term survivor will my head turn black and white? Does Craig have this problem? Should I avoid wearing blue? So many questions and not enough time. I am sincerely touched by all of you and I really appreciate it. I`ve never felt so close to people I`ve never met. I wish the best for all of you.

    Eric ( : . )

    strength
    Eric you're a tough one. Saying prayers for you. Keep us posted. Hugs for you.
  • pluckey
    pluckey Member Posts: 484 Member
    eric38 said:

    Thank you so much
    Thank you so much for all the wonderful posts. It makes me feel good to know that thre are so many of you supporting me and praying for me. I plan on being around for a long time. Phil - When I am a long term survivor will my head turn black and white? Does Craig have this problem? Should I avoid wearing blue? So many questions and not enough time. I am sincerely touched by all of you and I really appreciate it. I`ve never felt so close to people I`ve never met. I wish the best for all of you.

    Eric ( : . )

    Prayers Lifted
    Eric- heartfelt prayer lifted for you. You are a rockstar!!!!


    ((HUGS)) Peggy

    see my cancer journey at http://www.peggyluckey.blogspot.com
  • WinneyPooh
    WinneyPooh Member Posts: 318
    Your Strenghts Give us inpiration!!!
    Eric,

    I always read You, You have good insight and great spirit, I know from experiences ( being this is my second cancer ) that attitude is everything. Keep up the good thoughts and we all are praying for you. If you can eat ice cream today And pizza. We are all survivors, We are all strong, We will all live long and happy lives.

    Hugs
    Winney
  • teresa7374
    teresa7374 Member Posts: 9
    scans
    good luck to you i know when i had my first pet scan it drove me crazy because i could see the technician through a mirror, just fretting and scratching her head while watching my scan. i knew right then there was something there.
  • Nana b
    Nana b Member Posts: 3,030 Member
    Hi..... late but always wishing you the best
    Hope you hear nothing but good and exciting news!
  • eric38
    eric38 Member Posts: 583

    Your Strenghts Give us inpiration!!!
    Eric,

    I always read You, You have good insight and great spirit, I know from experiences ( being this is my second cancer ) that attitude is everything. Keep up the good thoughts and we all are praying for you. If you can eat ice cream today And pizza. We are all survivors, We are all strong, We will all live long and happy lives.

    Hugs
    Winney

    2nd go round
    Winney - What people here don`t know about me because I have never shared it on my previous posts is that this is also my second bout with cancer. My first was testicular cancer that spread to the lungs and the brain. I had a large tumor in my brain and 10+ tumors in my lungs. They gave me radiation and chemo at the same time. The treatments were alot more harsh back then and I was really sick during those days. Due to the prayers of others and some good docs I survived. I started out getting treatments locally and my doctor did not give me enough treatments so it recurred which made it alot harder to get rid of. I spent my second go round in Houston at Md Anderson. I had to live there when I was getting treatments because they did not have me on a schedule. They would give me a treatment, wait until my blood count came back up and then hit me again. I had to be close to the hospital in case I spiked a fever because alot of times my white blood cell count was next to nothing. They gave me my chemo 5 days in a row and I had to stay in the hospital during treatment. There were times when I didn`t eat for 8 days. That was over fifteen years ago and I am still here. I am just fortunate enough to have to do this twice in a life time. The doctors have determined that this is totally unrelated to my first cancer. So, here we are again. Thank God the treatments are not as harsh as they used to be. I am a newbie to colon cancer but I am old hat at this game. I am already a survivor and looking to beat the odds again. Life can be so unpredictable but sometimes you`ve just got to learn to ride the wave.

    Eric
  • Sundanceh
    Sundanceh Member Posts: 4,392 Member
    eric38 said:

    2nd go round
    Winney - What people here don`t know about me because I have never shared it on my previous posts is that this is also my second bout with cancer. My first was testicular cancer that spread to the lungs and the brain. I had a large tumor in my brain and 10+ tumors in my lungs. They gave me radiation and chemo at the same time. The treatments were alot more harsh back then and I was really sick during those days. Due to the prayers of others and some good docs I survived. I started out getting treatments locally and my doctor did not give me enough treatments so it recurred which made it alot harder to get rid of. I spent my second go round in Houston at Md Anderson. I had to live there when I was getting treatments because they did not have me on a schedule. They would give me a treatment, wait until my blood count came back up and then hit me again. I had to be close to the hospital in case I spiked a fever because alot of times my white blood cell count was next to nothing. They gave me my chemo 5 days in a row and I had to stay in the hospital during treatment. There were times when I didn`t eat for 8 days. That was over fifteen years ago and I am still here. I am just fortunate enough to have to do this twice in a life time. The doctors have determined that this is totally unrelated to my first cancer. So, here we are again. Thank God the treatments are not as harsh as they used to be. I am a newbie to colon cancer but I am old hat at this game. I am already a survivor and looking to beat the odds again. Life can be so unpredictable but sometimes you`ve just got to learn to ride the wave.

    Eric

    Eric
    You may not know this,

    Eric

    You may not know this, but I did know about this - but only because I was on the Testicular board one day and saw you post there and talk about your story - I was stunned at seeing that. I was doing some "homework" over there some time back and just came across a post of yours.

    I did not say anything about it, because I thought that was something that you would want to share if you decided to - I never mentioned it to you in a PM for the same reason.

    I found it unbelievable and I you've certainly had your share of things to deal with.

    You know how I feel....keep it goin'!

    -Craig
  • lisa42
    lisa42 Member Posts: 3,625 Member
    eric38 said:

    2nd go round
    Winney - What people here don`t know about me because I have never shared it on my previous posts is that this is also my second bout with cancer. My first was testicular cancer that spread to the lungs and the brain. I had a large tumor in my brain and 10+ tumors in my lungs. They gave me radiation and chemo at the same time. The treatments were alot more harsh back then and I was really sick during those days. Due to the prayers of others and some good docs I survived. I started out getting treatments locally and my doctor did not give me enough treatments so it recurred which made it alot harder to get rid of. I spent my second go round in Houston at Md Anderson. I had to live there when I was getting treatments because they did not have me on a schedule. They would give me a treatment, wait until my blood count came back up and then hit me again. I had to be close to the hospital in case I spiked a fever because alot of times my white blood cell count was next to nothing. They gave me my chemo 5 days in a row and I had to stay in the hospital during treatment. There were times when I didn`t eat for 8 days. That was over fifteen years ago and I am still here. I am just fortunate enough to have to do this twice in a life time. The doctors have determined that this is totally unrelated to my first cancer. So, here we are again. Thank God the treatments are not as harsh as they used to be. I am a newbie to colon cancer but I am old hat at this game. I am already a survivor and looking to beat the odds again. Life can be so unpredictable but sometimes you`ve just got to learn to ride the wave.

    Eric

    Wow
    Hi again Eric,

    Wow- that's the first word the comes to mind. You've had more than your share in the cancer dept! I know of others, as well, who have had to deal with more than one type of cancer, as well. A friend of mine from church has already fought against both rectal cancer and breast cancer, and it has been a year and a half and she's been considered all clear for both of those. Now, they just "saw" something on one of her ovaries and she's waiting to get scanned to see if it's something cancerous or not. A neighbor of mine had stage II rectal cancer 6 yrs ago (is still all clear for that), but she's now being treated for a brain tumor (with cyberknife, actually).

    Anyhow, I'm sorry you've had to go through so much. The fact that you're still here and have such a strong character and fighting spirit really says a lot about you. I admire you- rock on!!

    Lisa
  • Annabelle41415
    Annabelle41415 Member Posts: 6,742 Member
    Oh My Goodness
    I never knew this and I'm so sorry that you are going through this a second time. I know you just went in for your test, and I wanted to let you know I'm still sending positive vibes. You have been through a lot and I thank you for your input.

    Kim
  • tootsie1
    tootsie1 Member Posts: 5,044 Member
    eric38 said:

    2nd go round
    Winney - What people here don`t know about me because I have never shared it on my previous posts is that this is also my second bout with cancer. My first was testicular cancer that spread to the lungs and the brain. I had a large tumor in my brain and 10+ tumors in my lungs. They gave me radiation and chemo at the same time. The treatments were alot more harsh back then and I was really sick during those days. Due to the prayers of others and some good docs I survived. I started out getting treatments locally and my doctor did not give me enough treatments so it recurred which made it alot harder to get rid of. I spent my second go round in Houston at Md Anderson. I had to live there when I was getting treatments because they did not have me on a schedule. They would give me a treatment, wait until my blood count came back up and then hit me again. I had to be close to the hospital in case I spiked a fever because alot of times my white blood cell count was next to nothing. They gave me my chemo 5 days in a row and I had to stay in the hospital during treatment. There were times when I didn`t eat for 8 days. That was over fifteen years ago and I am still here. I am just fortunate enough to have to do this twice in a life time. The doctors have determined that this is totally unrelated to my first cancer. So, here we are again. Thank God the treatments are not as harsh as they used to be. I am a newbie to colon cancer but I am old hat at this game. I am already a survivor and looking to beat the odds again. Life can be so unpredictable but sometimes you`ve just got to learn to ride the wave.

    Eric

    You're amazing
    Eric,

    I didn't think it quite possible to admire you more than I already did, but your revelation just floored me. You're amazing, you're wonderful, and you deserve a break!

    *hugs*
    Gail
  • Buzzard
    Buzzard Member Posts: 3,043 Member

    Oh My Goodness
    I never knew this and I'm so sorry that you are going through this a second time. I know you just went in for your test, and I wanted to let you know I'm still sending positive vibes. You have been through a lot and I thank you for your input.

    Kim

    Eric38
    As they say and it sure fits you to a tee.." Its not the dog in the fight, its the fight in the dog"...hang in there young man, I got a feeling your gonna do just fine.....Bless ya bud
  • KFen725
    KFen725 Member Posts: 108 Member
    Amazing!
    Eric, you are truly a fighter & God surely must have a mighty purpose for you with all that you have been through! I am amazed and impressed with your awesome attitude. You are a great example to so many of us.

    Looking forward to hearing the results of Wed.
  • donnare
    donnare Member Posts: 266
    Hi Eric
    I'm late, but hope all went well with your scans. You are amazing - you have been through so much and have such a great attitude. I read your post about this being your second go-around. You are really an inspiration to newbies like me, and I keep you in my prayers and hope to call you NED one day!! Please let us know how everything went.

    All the best Eric,
    Donna
  • eric38
    eric38 Member Posts: 583
    donnare said:

    Hi Eric
    I'm late, but hope all went well with your scans. You are amazing - you have been through so much and have such a great attitude. I read your post about this being your second go-around. You are really an inspiration to newbies like me, and I keep you in my prayers and hope to call you NED one day!! Please let us know how everything went.

    All the best Eric,
    Donna

    Thanks
    Thank you for all the love and support. Tomorrow is d-day and I will post the results as soon as I get back from the oncologists. The sad part about this whole thing is that they tested me for a genetic pre disposition to cancer and I don`t have one. Who knows what`s in God`s grand design.

    Eric
  • tootsie1
    tootsie1 Member Posts: 5,044 Member
    eric38 said:

    Thanks
    Thank you for all the love and support. Tomorrow is d-day and I will post the results as soon as I get back from the oncologists. The sad part about this whole thing is that they tested me for a genetic pre disposition to cancer and I don`t have one. Who knows what`s in God`s grand design.

    Eric

    Praying for you
    I'll say an extra prayer for you tonight, Eric. Can't wait to hear your results!

    *hugs*
    Gail
  • Mike49
    Mike49 Member Posts: 261
    I hate PET but love dogs
    I hate PET san eve, but I got a good feeling this one will be what you want to hear. Waiting to hear your results, hope you can sleep tonight, Best wishes

    Mike
  • PhillieG
    PhillieG Member Posts: 4,866 Member
    eric38 said:

    Thank you so much
    Thank you so much for all the wonderful posts. It makes me feel good to know that thre are so many of you supporting me and praying for me. I plan on being around for a long time. Phil - When I am a long term survivor will my head turn black and white? Does Craig have this problem? Should I avoid wearing blue? So many questions and not enough time. I am sincerely touched by all of you and I really appreciate it. I`ve never felt so close to people I`ve never met. I wish the best for all of you.

    Eric ( : . )

    Eric and Lisa
    I had to go and change my picture on you so now your comments do not make sense. Now I look like Pharmer Phil. Eric, you may have this obsession with changing your photo or maybe you will turn blue and can join the Blue Man Group ;-)
    So, you were holding out on us with the testicular cancer? You are quite the fighter, I'm only good for one fight but I figure it will be a long drawn out battle. Who knows, we all have a lot of fight in us it seems. Best of luck with your results.
    I'm rooting for you Bud
    -phil