January 30, 2006
Just a few words - Updated
Test results are encouraging. Brain Scan and Abdominal Scan were negative for metastisis. Pulmonary function test was passed with flying colors (that was rough, glad I quit smoking). Next up is a stress EKG and then a conference with a surgeon. It is looking better. Attitude is very upbeat and positive, my beloved bride and daughter are relieved with the positive news even though I'm not out of the woods yet. Only God knows what the future holds at this point. So, while optimisim is the watch phrase, I'm not out of the woods yet.
For you smokers out there that are readers, QUIT. If you don't smoke, for damn sure don't start. I'm telling you, the fear and uncertainty that goes with the dreaded C word can make a convert out of you real quick. Don't let it get to that point.
To all of my readers who have been following this, thanks for all of your prayers. As I said in my first post, I'm a child of God and He will sustain me through this crisis in my life. Regardless of what the long term holds, know that I love you all.
Fight On!
One of my readers suggested this site: Cancergiggles. Wow, talk about someone even quirkier than I am... LOL. At any rate, any place that can add humor to the mix removes some of the fear from that same mix. Fight On!
Posted by GM Roper at January 30, 2006 08:11 PM | TrackBackAwesome news GM....really....THIS IS GOOD.
I need to quit smoking...I don't smoke a lot but I know too full well the effects.
You're inspiring me friend!
FIGHT ON!
Posted by Raven at January 30, 2006 08:29 PM
GM, I saw the post today about your problems, hang in there pal... I quit smoking too, 3 1/2 years ago... After 35 years, I hope it wasn't too late as well, we lost my Dad to lung cancer, he was a lifetime smoker and NEVER quit...
Just try to stay positive and KNOW there are people out there that care and are saying prayers for you...
Posted by TexasFred at January 30, 2006 08:34 PM
Congratulations!
Posted by DRJ at January 30, 2006 09:48 PM
You're in our prayers GM.
Posted by Mike at January 31, 2006 07:29 AM
GRIII,
I've idea how many are watching your progress, but be assured it must be a very big number.
I, of course, am and will continue to wait for news. Fight On.
Tad
Posted by tad at January 31, 2006 08:46 AM
Hey, GM, great news!
Of course you realize that the wussy tumor is probably thinking about running away. Shall we call it "Frenchie" in anticipatory delight at your eventual victory over this?
... And I'm wondering, now, why I got a "bandwidth exceeded" message earlier today. Ah, well, junky DSL server, I bet [rolls eyes]
FIGHT ON, beloved brother!
-- R'cat
CatHouse Chat
Posted by Romeocat at January 31, 2006 12:16 PM
GM,
Best of luck with your fight. Remember that God is good. All the time.
If you're in need of some medical-related tees - www.medtees.com
al
Posted by al at January 31, 2006 09:47 PM
GM,
That sounds like great news! Hang in there and stay tough. You'll beat this thing yet!
I'll continue my prayers for your full recovery.
Posted by Palmetto Pundit at January 31, 2006 11:05 PM
