Hi Everyone - It's Limey - I am stil around
Limey
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It has been a month or three since I posted so I figured I had better get one out there. I have been quite under the weather lately and have not been close to my computer. Currently I am in Zion IL. At the Cancer treatment centers of America recovering from surgery.
I ended up at Can. Treatment center after a 2nd opinion as my oncologist and surgeon in Minnesota had told me there was really nothing more we can do to stop the cancer. They gave me around 4-6 months back in April and sent me home. So I switched to Cancer Treatment Centers. After scans were done, I decided to start chemo (we did find four nodules on my liver) with the hope of extending life waiting for my miracle I felt great for two weeks after, but then started get sick to my stomach each time I ate anything
By last Monday, I had been in two hospitals and was In pretty rough shape. Maybe a week or so is what the surgeon told me. The surgery revealed I had two blockages in my upper GI. One they removed the other they went around. And. The stint put in my lower colon back in September was not that blocked. So it ended up. There was new cancer I did not know about. Some of that they were able to take out. There is old tumor that is not nearly as advanced as we thought.
I have felt like crap from either eating or pooping for months. The doctors here say, that should be feeling much better and I have bought some valuable quality time with my family. They are also going to grow my tumor in the lab to find out if one chemo will work better over another. It is good to be back in touch with you all. Mark
I ended up at Can. Treatment center after a 2nd opinion as my oncologist and surgeon in Minnesota had told me there was really nothing more we can do to stop the cancer. They gave me around 4-6 months back in April and sent me home. So I switched to Cancer Treatment Centers. After scans were done, I decided to start chemo (we did find four nodules on my liver) with the hope of extending life waiting for my miracle I felt great for two weeks after, but then started get sick to my stomach each time I ate anything
By last Monday, I had been in two hospitals and was In pretty rough shape. Maybe a week or so is what the surgeon told me. The surgery revealed I had two blockages in my upper GI. One they removed the other they went around. And. The stint put in my lower colon back in September was not that blocked. So it ended up. There was new cancer I did not know about. Some of that they were able to take out. There is old tumor that is not nearly as advanced as we thought.
I have felt like crap from either eating or pooping for months. The doctors here say, that should be feeling much better and I have bought some valuable quality time with my family. They are also going to grow my tumor in the lab to find out if one chemo will work better over another. It is good to be back in touch with you all. Mark
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Dear Mark,
I thought of you this morning and was going to write you a personal email. To my delight, I came here first and read your post. I am overjoyed! I am thrilled with your new plan and renewed hope. You are an amazing person. I am so happy you are going to be feeling better soon and so sorry you have had to suffer. I am praying for much comfort for you as well as for complete healing! You know we both BELIEVE!!!! Give my best to your dear sweet family.
Love,
Kay0 -
so glad you're feeling better!
Hi Mark,
I've been thinking about you and am so glad that you're feeling better. I'm sure you're anxious to get home and spend time with your family. It's good to know that the cancer centers of america were able to treat you.
Take care of yourself!
Jamie0 -
Hi Mark!
I'm so happy the CCOA are helping you! I think about you a lot. You're such an inspiration to me; you epitamize strength and dignity in fighting this disease. I have faith that your positive attitude and desire to win will pay off.
Many hugs,
Krista0 -
So glad you are continuing the fight!
Mark, it sounds like CCOA are really offering you some great treatment options! Sounds like it's been a ROUGH couple months for you, hope you are feeling better soon and for a long time to come. If I've said it once, I've said it a hundred times, CANCER SUCKS! I know your family is grateful for the additional time and I am praying for you.
mary0 -
Mark, you are amazing...
I am so happy to hear from you, and most importantly, hearing that you are in excellent fighting form. I know very well how having a child (in your case children) can infuse the strength of the hulk into you. Let's give this beast the beating of its life. You are an inspiration. Monica0 -
Keep Fighting!
I am glad you are fighting this with every thing you can. It sounds like you have found the right doctors to help you continue your fight. You have an amazing attitude. I pray that the doctors can find the right treatment for you and that you feel better to enjoy time with your family. Keep us posted---we all care!
My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Faith0 -
Here's to you!
Hi, Mark.
I don't think you could ever realize just how inspirational you are to all of us. I, like so many others, had been wondering about you and hoping things were okay. I'm sorry to hear about all that you've been through, but I am glad that the new treatment plan has bought you more time with your family.
We'll be praying for your miracle!
*hugs*
Gail0 -
Dear Mark,
I,m so happy to see your post,as everyone else I have been thinking about you a lot,at the same time I'm very sorry to see all the things you are going through, but as Monicaemilia says,you are getting all that strengh from your children,I will be praying with all my heart for your miracle to come,God bless you.0 -
Mark
I'm thrilled to hear your back among the group. I was missing you a few weeks ago and went to your last post where you were in so much pain and tried to get you to respond with another greeting. I had a feeling you were in a rough place at the time. But, Just Look at You Now!!!!!You are as others have said just such an inspiration to all of us here and I pray for you and your family everyday. Your one of the "Good Guys" don't ever forget it!!I pray God continues to bless you with good Dr.s and holds in you in the palm of his hands. All my Love, your fabulous!!!Theresa0 -
Hey! Good to hear that you
Hey! Good to hear that you are doing better and that maybe they will find the best treatment alternatives for you.
We all think of you and it is nice to see you back on the site. I have not been very active on this forum lately either, so I understand that sometimes you need a break. It is nice to know that we can come back on here and can always count on this little "refuge from the storm". Have fun with your family!
Sincerely,
Susan H.0 -
Mark, so good to hear from
Mark, so good to hear from you but so sorry for all you've been going through.I hope you are feeling much better soon. Keeping you in my prayers. God Bless
Diane0 -
We Missed You In SF!!!!!vinny3 said:Good to hear from you
Hi Mark,
It's nice to hear from you but sorry that you have been going through so much. Glad you are hanging in there. Hope they are getting you some relief. Your miracle will come.
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Hi Mark,
You were missed in San Francisco my friend, glad to hear your feeling better.
Lisa0 -
Hi Mark.
I don't post very often.My journey began in July of 2006. Reading your posts are always so inspiring. Your strength and courage keeps me positive. I am so sorry you have to go through so much. Wishing you healing and comfort. God bless you and your family. Judy0 -
Taking you to my Church altar
Limey,
I am taking you to church with me Sunday and you will be the top Priority on my altar visit. I too have young children and know exactly what you feel. I will ask him for a miracle for you. He has never failed me and has always taken the burdens from me so that my life is easier. I will ask that he does the same for you. Trust him, hes gonna be very close to you, he will make life easier for you and take away this beast from you. I really feel that you have a miracle coming...Chin up bud...God Bless ya0
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