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  • marbleotis
    marbleotis Member Posts: 720 Member
    #22
    Starting Interviewing
    Seems like my resume took off with a life of its own. I have a few good interviews this week. Yes - I have bad neuropathy in hands and feet, but I can and will need to mask that. I am happy that chemo ended 8/24/12, I finished 8 weeks of Wellness, I will start the "grown ups gym" this week, my Sept CT was clean, CEA in Sept was great, I see Onc in Dec. I focus on the good. Great idea for a post.
  • relaxoutdoors08
    relaxoutdoors08 Member Posts: 521 Member
    #23
    SharonVegas said:

    I was saved by the bell! 4
    I was saved by the bell! 4 weeks ago I had my first Zaltrap treatment. Have had 2 since. My abdomen looked like pregnant lady when I started (acites & peritoneal mets). After 1 treatment, it shrank back to its normal size. We were panicking because other chemos didn't seem to work. Now our hope is renewed! For the first time, I'm looking forward to scans.
    Ron

    So Glad to Hear
    Ron
    We all are so happy for you. So glad It is working.
    NB
  • cinreag
    cinreag Member Posts: 154
    #24
    Good news
    I have a job interview at noon today. I am so excited. I keep thinking maybe my life is finally going to get back to normal.

    There is no guarantee Im going to get the job, but Im still excited for the possibility. You can bet I am going to give it my best shot. Have my list of questions written down so hopefully I dont forget anything.

    I hope everyone has a great day. ~Cindy
  • Semira
    Semira Member Posts: 381 Member
    #25
    1 year after diagnose - scans clear
    1 year after diagnose followed by surgery, chemo, tep. ileostomy and reversal surgery husband had CT scans on Monday and appointment with Onc on Thursday: all clear. HURRAY!

    For details see the separate thread I opened.

    Hugs from Germany
    Petra
  • Cathleen Mary
    Cathleen Mary Member Posts: 827 Member
    #26
    Semira said:

    1 year after diagnose - scans clear
    1 year after diagnose followed by surgery, chemo, tep. ileostomy and reversal surgery husband had CT scans on Monday and appointment with Onc on Thursday: all clear. HURRAY!

    For details see the separate thread I opened.

    Hugs from Germany
    Petra

    Joe, I just want to thank

    Joe, I just want to thank you for starting this thread...it's a great idea!
    Cathleen Mary
  • abrub
    abrub Member Posts: 2,174 Member
    #27
    My good news - I can curl again!
    As some of you know, I've been struggling through post-op complications following my lumpectomy (benign) a month ago. Complications included lots of nasty invasive procedures, and a second surgery which left me in severe pain.

    As a result, I've missed out on the first month of my curling season (about 6 games.) I just came back from the club where I tried to throw a few stones for the first time in weeks, and was comfortable! I'm back on the ice with my next league game, and will be flying off to Cleveland for a tournament next week!

    Alice
  • pete43lost_at_sea
    pete43lost_at_sea Member Posts: 3,900 Member
    #28
    joined local German gym
    I took a 6 month membership, I did some cardio and weights today.
    This is a great idea Joe.
    Hugs,
    Pete

    Ps I am flying half way around the world to go see family for xmas, so I am going to get a round the world ticket and have an adventuremaybe India, Africa or south America.
  • thxmiker
    thxmiker Member Posts: 1,278 Member
    #29
    pete43lost_at_sea said:

    joined local German gym
    I took a 6 month membership, I did some cardio and weights today.
    This is a great idea Joe.
    Hugs,
    Pete

    Ps I am flying half way around the world to go see family for xmas, so I am going to get a round the world ticket and have an adventuremaybe India, Africa or south America.

    Congrats on Curling Again!
    Congrats on Curling Again! Good News on the Gym! My time in Germany was wonderful, the Germans are full of life!

    My wife just got a hold of Dr Lentz. We will visit our old home and friends, and I will receive world class treatment!

    Best Always, mike
  • Doc_Hawk
    Doc_Hawk Member Posts: 685
    #30
    Well ...
    I'M HOME!!!!!!
  • marbleotis
    marbleotis Member Posts: 720 Member
    #31
    Lots of stuff
    Nice not to have only cancer stuff to talk about.
    I have been interviewing, apparently I am a hot ticket and people love my resume. I am going to be very picky with the job I select.
    I have been going to the gym 3 times per week and loving it.
    I look pretty good (considering I was disconnected 8/24/12 and port out 10/19/12).
    Yes cancer sucks, but when you get through some of the sucky stuff, life is beautiful.
    I try to help anyone going through chemo - as I was helped.
    I will be 1 yr NED on 1/31/13.
    So far all scans and test show all clear.
    I look forward to the holidays this year, since I thought I may not be around.
    My children (young adults now) are really great people. I am so proud.
    I am stronger than I ever thought.
    I feel a new me emerging and I like her alot. She is also 60 pounds lighter (thanks chemo diet).
    I wish the best for everyone. When I read people going through tough times I feel their pain. Do not lose faith.
  • joemetz
    joemetz Member Posts: 493
    #32
    pete43lost_at_sea said:

    joined local German gym
    I took a 6 month membership, I did some cardio and weights today.
    This is a great idea Joe.
    Hugs,
    Pete

    Ps I am flying half way around the world to go see family for xmas, so I am going to get a round the world ticket and have an adventuremaybe India, Africa or south America.

    awesome
    Pete

    you keep pushing it man!
    love it

    and flying around the world... who you takin' with you?

    I think i'd love to do that.

    I plan to go take some scuba diving lessons in the new year.
    I'm working on my list of Things To Do in 2013, and scuba is something i'd like to get involved in.

    cheers!

    Joe
  • joemetz
    joemetz Member Posts: 493
    #33
    Minnesotagirl said:

    Great storyline going here
    Good news here for Minnesotagirl ~ Stage 3B rectal cancer survivor...had 3 month blood work last week and CEA marker came in under 1. Next scan and colonoscopy will be January, 2013. I continue to thank God everyday for the blessing of NED. I pray everyday for all of you who are awaiting that same diagnosis of NED. Blessings to all here!

    Love NED
    Minnesotagirl!

    congrats on this great news. we never want to rush life, but January couldn't come soon enough right?

    my next CT scan is Dec 6th. I think about it every day.
    I so hope to hear that doctor call me NED!

    I want to sign it like that Paul Simon song... You Can Call Me Al. (but instead sing you can call me NED.)

    happy thanksgiving!

    Hugs

    joe
  • joemetz
    joemetz Member Posts: 493
    #34
    barbebarb said:

    Good news welcome
    Haven't posted in awhile - so happy to be back to work after 10 months of treatment. Have a cubicle with a window and I feel so blessed. My daughter's 21st birthday is Sunday. Will get to celebrate!
    Enjoying having tastebuds back, walking my dog, and riding my bike.
    Savoring each day.
    Scan in Dec.,,,,,
    Great post -thank you! Love hearing others joy and good news!

    great stuff Barbebarb!!!
    so glad to read your post and your "up beat" attitude shines through in your words.

    thanks so much for sharing the Good News!
  • joemetz
    joemetz Member Posts: 493
    #35
    cinreag said:

    Good news
    I have a job interview at noon today. I am so excited. I keep thinking maybe my life is finally going to get back to normal.

    There is no guarantee Im going to get the job, but Im still excited for the possibility. You can bet I am going to give it my best shot. Have my list of questions written down so hopefully I dont forget anything.

    I hope everyone has a great day. ~Cindy

    cindy
    how'd the job interview go this week?

    sometimes the process of going through the interview might not land THAT job, but it will continue to burn that candle of desire to find the best job for you.

    I hope life is going better and better for you and all on this CSN site.
  • joemetz
    joemetz Member Posts: 493
    #36
    Semira said:

    1 year after diagnose - scans clear
    1 year after diagnose followed by surgery, chemo, tep. ileostomy and reversal surgery husband had CT scans on Monday and appointment with Onc on Thursday: all clear. HURRAY!

    For details see the separate thread I opened.

    Hugs from Germany
    Petra

    congrats!!!
    Petra

    great news!!!!

    cheers to you and your battle.

    Joe
  • joemetz
    joemetz Member Posts: 493
    #37
    marbleotis said:

    Lots of stuff
    Nice not to have only cancer stuff to talk about.
    I have been interviewing, apparently I am a hot ticket and people love my resume. I am going to be very picky with the job I select.
    I have been going to the gym 3 times per week and loving it.
    I look pretty good (considering I was disconnected 8/24/12 and port out 10/19/12).
    Yes cancer sucks, but when you get through some of the sucky stuff, life is beautiful.
    I try to help anyone going through chemo - as I was helped.
    I will be 1 yr NED on 1/31/13.
    So far all scans and test show all clear.
    I look forward to the holidays this year, since I thought I may not be around.
    My children (young adults now) are really great people. I am so proud.
    I am stronger than I ever thought.
    I feel a new me emerging and I like her alot. She is also 60 pounds lighter (thanks chemo diet).
    I wish the best for everyone. When I read people going through tough times I feel their pain. Do not lose faith.

    everyone needs
    everyone who comes here for the first time needs to read this post!!!

    thank you thank you thank you.

    you made my day

    Joe
  • cinreag
    cinreag Member Posts: 154
    #38
    joemetz said:

    cindy
    how'd the job interview go this week?

    sometimes the process of going through the interview might not land THAT job, but it will continue to burn that candle of desire to find the best job for you.

    I hope life is going better and better for you and all on this CSN site.

    Interview
    Hello, I feel like the interview went real good. Hoping for a call back. There has been lots of prayers offered on my behalf and Im trying to keep the faith.
    If this job dont work out I will keep trying. As you said the fire is burning....
  • marqimark
    marqimark Member Posts: 242 Member
    #39
    Good Scan
    DX 3C early 2010, resection and finished chemo, OXY-5FU, Nov 2010.
    Had my second annual scan on the 13th and it came back NED.
    Onc has cut back my blood tests to every six months.

    So far so good.
  • Helen321
    Helen321 Member Posts: 1,460 Member
    #40
    Let's see
    My butts on fire but aquaphor is working just great. lol I like this idea and really nice picture Joe=)
  • Helen321
    Helen321 Member Posts: 1,460 Member
    #41
    marqimark said:

    Good Scan
    DX 3C early 2010, resection and finished chemo, OXY-5FU, Nov 2010.
    Had my second annual scan on the 13th and it came back NED.
    Onc has cut back my blood tests to every six months.

    So far so good.

    I wish they had a like
    I wish they had a like button. Congratulations!! And once you're done with NED, please send him my way.

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