Sundance's DaVinci Surgery Date Now Set

JDuke

lesvanb said:

Ride On
Well your vacation plans don't make me want to jump up and down for joy or anything. And we do what needs to be done. So I'm just gonna tell you how much your attitude, your thorough planning and researching your options, your perseverance and your openness, and the love that you show so willingly, really thrills me a whole lot more.

The following has been helpful to me lately so I'll pass it on to you:

Ranier Marie Rilke
Letters To A Young Poet
Letter 8
Borgeby gard, Fladie, Sweden
August 12, 1904

excerpt:
"So you mustn't be frightened, dear Mr. Kappus, if a sadness rises in front of you, larger than any you have ever seen; if an anxiety, like light and cloud-shadows, moves over your hands and over everything you do. You must realize that something is happening to you, that life has not forgotten you, that it holds you in its hand and will not let you fall."

I'll be thinking of you and holding you too.

all the best, Leslie

Craig,
So glad to hear that the date is set. Know that I am rooting for you to be victorious in this battle! You are strong and determined, a potent combination. Keep you spirits up, I know the waiting will be difficult.

I have to share this with you, I substituted tonight at a friends Bunko group. The hostess had a two year old golden named "Bentley". He was beautiful, all 115 lbs of him. I have never seen a golden so large. Sweet personality and so well behaved. Couldn't help but think of you and Sundance and of course, Harley.

Take care my friend,
Joanne

pf78248

Best wishes for HUGE SUCCESS
Craig,

Congratulations on getting surgery scheduled. I know it will be rough but with your spirit, you can't help but come out of this just fine. I loved your description of your "staycation". David and I are on one Now at MDA in Houston. Just know that you have legions of fans on hhis board who will be saying prayers and cheering you on. You are such a bright beacon of hope and strength for everyone and David and I truly wish you the best.

Hugs and Healing,
Priscilla

lisa42

Hey there
Hey Craig,

I love your way with words. I'm glad you let us know of the new surgery date & I'll also be looking forward to Wednesday- you've piqued my curiosity. I have chemo Wed in the a.m. and should make it back in time to my daughter's school in the afternoon for her award's ceremony and dance performance- so I probably won't read your post until late that day.

I know it's taking a lot to pull yourself together for yet another surgery, and so soon. But, as you know, you can and will do this! Interesting about the wire. :~

Take care and keep us posted!

Lisa

melissaincali

lisa42 said:

Hey there
Hey Craig,

I love your way with words. I'm glad you let us know of the new surgery date & I'll also be looking forward to Wednesday- you've piqued my curiosity. I have chemo Wed in the a.m. and should make it back in time to my daughter's school in the afternoon for her award's ceremony and dance performance- so I probably won't read your post until late that day.

I know it's taking a lot to pull yourself together for yet another surgery, and so soon. But, as you know, you can and will do this! Interesting about the wire. :~

Take care and keep us posted!

Lisa

Congrats
Craig,
I am so thrilled for you that the surgery date is set (as thrilled as one can be about someone having to undergo another cancer surgery!). As always, I am in your corner and pulling for you. I know that it must be difficult to gear up for yet another surgery. I hope you can draw a little strength from knowing that you are dear to so many people and that tons of people are thinking of you and wishing you a successful surgery.
Melissa

coolvdub

melissaincali said:

Congrats
Craig,
I am so thrilled for you that the surgery date is set (as thrilled as one can be about someone having to undergo another cancer surgery!). As always, I am in your corner and pulling for you. I know that it must be difficult to gear up for yet another surgery. I hope you can draw a little strength from knowing that you are dear to so many people and that tons of people are thinking of you and wishing you a successful surgery.
Melissa

You crack me up
Craig,

The staycation you described, put a big grin on my face, thanks for that bud. I know you will come out of this okay, you always have such a positive outlook. You are truly an inspiration to so many on this board. I will be thinking and praying for you before the surgery, during and after. Thanks for all you do here.

Don

Kathryn_in_MN

Enough already
This is enough already! Let's make this the LAST Staycation package that has words like ICU and bed checks attached to it.

I'm glad you have your date set and hope this finally all gets resolved - no more surgeries!

abmb

Prayer
I will keep you in my Prayers. At least you still have your humor! Keep positive thoughts, I think that helps a lot. God Bless you, you have been through so much and you still seem so strong. Take care. Margaret

khl8

abmb said:

Prayer
I will keep you in my Prayers. At least you still have your humor! Keep positive thoughts, I think that helps a lot. God Bless you, you have been through so much and you still seem so strong. Take care. Margaret

Craig,
Can you PM me your
Craig,
Can you PM me your address? I would like to send you something during your recovery!

Kathy

Paula G.

Good luck, Craig! My hope
Good luck, Craig! My hope for you is that you will bounce back quick. So many surgeries. You are right that it is a great thing to have that option. We are all pulling for you. Paula

SandyL

Paula G. said:

Good luck, Craig! My hope
Good luck, Craig! My hope for you is that you will bounce back quick. So many surgeries. You are right that it is a great thing to have that option. We are all pulling for you. Paula

best of luck to you
I wish that we were still in Texas and I would definately plan to visit you
in the hospital. You know that I wish nothing but the best for you.....and
others do the same. We will miss you while you're away, so fill our plates
up now with your very moving posts and maybe that will hold us until you return to us
again......
Sandy