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TerryV
TerryV Member Posts: 887
edited September 2011 in Esophageal Cancer #1
I wanted to take a moment to say *Thank You* I can't imagine traveling the EC journey without the support of the people here. I have cried with you, hoorahed with you, and prayed with you. You "get it" where my family only has an understanding.

Niki & Erica, Laura, JeffT - our journey has been so similar. I'm delighted that we have had positive outcomes. Thank you for being there in the wee hours.

Michael - best of luck with your coming surgery!

Chantal, Lee, Eric,& JoAnne - *Thank You* for showing me the joy in life even when faced with difficult circumstances. I've learned a lot from all of you!

Adube - Blessings to you and your family as you begin a trek through EC with your Dad. Stay beside him fighting hard. There will be days he needs to borrow your strength. And I believe you've got plenty to share.

Cheryl, Rose, Nancy, Sandy,and so many others whom I have read and prayed with - Blessings to you all. I hope for good days ahead.

Jan - You and Scott are in my thoughts and prayers. You've got my number, please let me know if there is anything I can do for either of you. I understand.....

and William - where would any of us be without your wealth of information? Thank you for being such a strong presence here.

Thank you all for everything. Our travels would have been much more frightening without you here to provide information, share experiences, and even to virtually "hold my hand". THANK YOU! (sorry for the CAPS, Lee) ;)

Terry

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  • LeeinLondon
    LeeinLondon Member Posts: 103
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    Thank you Terry
    Thanks Terry;

    I too have found CSN not only informative, but you get a pretty good snapshots of people's lives here, too. I hope to be able to contribute as long as possible. You'll all made a difference in my treatments and our lives.

    I think the emotional EC roller coaster brings such raw emotion to the surface, that it tends to open you up and able to express yourself more openly than before EC. I know my marriage has deepened considerably since we started riding the monster.

    best from London always,
    Lee
  • chemosmoker
    chemosmoker Member Posts: 501
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    Well said,Terry!!
    You hit it on the head and said it all.
    I agree with Lee, too. This is a GREAT place an a wonderful resource.
    I do not know what I would do without this board!! I feel like you are ALL my true friends and that I really KNOW you, even though we have not met. I have never had that before here. This is INVALUABLE!
    Thank you all and thank you Terry for naming everyone so thoroughly and so thoughtfully!

    Well done....
    --Eric
  • Heeran
    Heeran Member Posts: 171
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    I second that
    This site is one of the first places I visit in the morning and evening before going to bed. I absolutely agree with everyone here.
  • Daisylin
    Daisylin Member Posts: 365
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    Heeran said:

    I second that
    This site is one of the first places I visit in the morning and evening before going to bed. I absolutely agree with everyone here.

    Third that!!!
    Terry, you are so right, the people on here are so terrific, and we all just 'get it'. Lee and I have many supportive friends and family, but sometimes they just don't know what to say, how to act, how to help. All of you, stages 1 through 4b understand the pain, frustration, sadness, anger and fear that I feel. I know you understand it because you are all there, or have been there. I feel like we've all 'walked a mile in each other's shoes' and sometimes it's just nice to know that I'm not alone.
    I am so lucky to have found this group, I honestly don't know where Lee and I would be without your support and advice. I wish you all love and peace.
    Chantal
  • Ericalynn
    Ericalynn Member Posts: 200
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    Got nothing else!
    Terry,
    I agree with everything you said, really have nothing else. I am running on fumes (never been this tired). Every time I see CAPS I think of Lee and Eric and I smile!
    Love you All
    Erica
    PS: Terry where do you live? Do you like Florida and umbrella drinks? LOL
  • TerryV
    TerryV Member Posts: 887
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    Ericalynn said:

    Got nothing else!
    Terry,
    I agree with everything you said, really have nothing else. I am running on fumes (never been this tired). Every time I see CAPS I think of Lee and Eric and I smile!
    Love you All
    Erica
    PS: Terry where do you live? Do you like Florida and umbrella drinks? LOL

    Home is Iowa
    We are a long way from Florida. And me with a husband that has never flown... :(

    Someday, Erica - we *will* get there! Rest, John will need your strength. If for nothing more than to fend off the over-zelous nursing staff. Nick was irate Wednesday. Someone checked on him twice every hour during the afternoon - while he was trying to sleep.

    Terry
  • TerryV
    TerryV Member Posts: 887
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    Heeran said:

    I second that
    This site is one of the first places I visit in the morning and evening before going to bed. I absolutely agree with everyone here.

    Prayers for you as well
    Blessings to you also, Heeran, as you begin this trek with your mother. You are doing all the right things. One of the most positive things you can do is to learn from others here. I found much better advice here at CSN than when I used only Google.

    Terry
  • adube
    adube Member Posts: 63
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    Aw, Thanks Terry!
    Aw shucks! For a green newbie, I'm so glad to have found a group of fighters and supporters who have welcomed me into their family. You are all such amazing people, everyone can learn so much from you all. I'm so glad to have found you all, with special thanks to my shepherd, Lee.

    <3 Always in my thoughts,

    Alissa

    (daughter of Mike, IV)
  • GerryS
    GerryS Member Posts: 227 Member
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    TerryV said:

    Home is Iowa
    We are a long way from Florida. And me with a husband that has never flown... :(

    Someday, Erica - we *will* get there! Rest, John will need your strength. If for nothing more than to fend off the over-zelous nursing staff. Nick was irate Wednesday. Someone checked on him twice every hour during the afternoon - while he was trying to sleep.

    Terry

    Me too.......
    I'm from Iowa too! Getting ready to harvest crops next week.

    Gerry
  • rdraetta
    rdraetta Member Posts: 20
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    adube said:

    Aw, Thanks Terry!
    Aw shucks! For a green newbie, I'm so glad to have found a group of fighters and supporters who have welcomed me into their family. You are all such amazing people, everyone can learn so much from you all. I'm so glad to have found you all, with special thanks to my shepherd, Lee.

    <3 Always in my thoughts,

    Alissa

    (daughter of Mike, IV)</p>

    Thank you
    We would like to thank everyone for there help through a difacult time in our lives. I can't tell you how much you have helped me as a caregiver to my husband. Things are looking a little brighter right now for us, I pray it keep on going this way ,but I do now there will be bends in the road. prayers yo all RD

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