Long week

[curtis123]

Last week, my wife found a lump on her breast. She goes in for a biopsy this Friday. Her mother just got through treatment for Breast Cancer last year. Still, it could be nothing, but it's frightening. She's handling it pretty well, going about her normal routine and hobbies (damned strong farm girl) but it's stopped me in my tracks. Just the thought of possibly losing her makes me feel empty.

Next time you talk to God, if you could say a little prayer for us, it would be greatly appreciated.

[johnrocks]

I'm so sorry to hear this Curtis! I of course wish the best for you,your wife and loved ones. I will add you and yours to my prayers!:hug:

[VRWCbabe]

You got it, curtis! Prayers going up for your wife, her mom and your family! :pray:

[curtis123]

Thank you.

[bella-day]

You've got it Curtis. Your mother in law, wife, and you will all be in my prayers.

[rhet 2]

Last week, my wife found a lump on her breast. She goes in for a biopsy this Friday. Her mother just got through treatment for Breast Cancer last year. Still, it could be nothing, but it's frightening. She's handling it pretty well, going about her normal routine and hobbies (damned strong farm girl) but it's stopped me in my tracks. Just the thought of possibly losing her makes me feel empty.

Next time you talk to God, if you could say a little prayer for us, it would be greatly appreciated.

Prayers, indeed.

And take heart, dear one.

So much headway has been made in treating this, you wouldn't believe.

The odds are it's benign, nothing much to worry about.

But, even if malignant, she's probably caught it early enough to NOT be deadly. And we've got several survivors right here in this forum. I'll pm one or two of them to give them the headsup that you need some TLC from one of them.

Plus there are several excellent websites just chock full of information you should go look at.

Hang on a moment, and I'll see if I can't dredge up a link or two.

And God bless you for loving your wife soooooooo very much.

She's a lucky woman. And so is your MIL.

Prayers begin now.

Please keep us updated when you can.

Major hugs.

[repchick]

Curtis I'm a Breast Cancer survivor.

First off the lump could easily be benign . I know it's hard not to suspect the worse but try not to.

You say she is going for a biopsy Fri. . Go with her , Don't let her go alone. These can sometimes be stressful. It will be a few days before you get the results. Ask about sending samples to two different labs . My Doc uses the local hospital lab and also sends a sample to the university lab. This way you get two path reports . Less chance for a mistake.

This web site can answer a lot of your concerns . A Breast cancer diaognoses is not a death sentance.
http://www.breastcancer.org/
You can PM me if you like I'll be happy to offer help and support in anyway I can.

:hug::hug: And :pray::pray: Going out for you and your wife.

[jwil59]

I know how you feel Curtis. We went through a cancer scare with my wife last year thatturned out not to be a tumor. As men, we want to fix everything but there is really nothing we can do about this stuff, which makes it difficult.

I am praying for you both, everyday. Hang tough brother

[super cool ski instructor]

Father God, please wrap your comforting arms around Curtis, Mrs Curtis, mom, and the whole family.
Give them the strength, that only you can provide, to get them through this trying time.


Amen. :pray:

[itsrea]

Curtis, you and your family are in my prayers.. I know it's hard, this waiting for tests, please try to rest in the Lord - there is no peace like the one He offers.

:pray:

[curtis123]

Thanks, everyone. It means a lot.

I know I'm probably overreacting a bit. I can face and accept pretty much everything God and the world can throw at me, personally. Most times, I deserve it. But I have a hard time accepting my bride facing this.

I just buried a long-time employee of mine two weeks ago, lost to esophageal cancer. I've had two other employees of mine that have had breast cancer and went through chemotherapy over the last couple of years, one had to go through it twice, my mother-in-law last year and another friend of mine is battling it right now. I hear the word "cancer" now, and it doesn't bring up any positive thoughts.

Hopefully, this is nothing but a cyst, and with support from friends like you, we'll be breathing a sigh of relief soon.

[bella-day]

Warm wishes, good vibes to you and your family.

Prayers for your strength, peace, and health.

Take care of yourself Curtis.

[rhet 2]

Thanks, everyone. It means a lot.

I know I'm probably overreacting a bit. I can face and accept pretty much everything God and the world can throw at me, personally. Most times, I deserve it. But I have a hard time accepting my bride facing this.

I just buried a long-time employee of mine two weeks ago, lost to esophageal cancer. I've had two other employees of mine that have had breast cancer and went through chemotherapy over the last couple of years, one had to go through it twice, my mother-in-law last year and another friend of mine is battling it right now. I hear the word "cancer" now, and it doesn't bring up any positive thoughts.

Hopefully, this is nothing but a cyst, and with support from friends like you, we'll be breathing a sigh of relief soon.

Prayerfully so, my friend.

BTW: there's no such thing as over reacting, either. If it bugs you, you have cause for being bugged -- and you give us joy in letting us share the bug-out with you. And nothing is more bug-full than something threatening people we love.

:hug:

[melinda]

Next time you talk to God, if you could say a little prayer for us, it would be greatly appreciated.

absolutely.....of course, I will.

:hug: :hug: :hug:

[Dreamy]

Last week, my wife found a lump on her breast. She goes in for a biopsy this Friday. Her mother just got through treatment for Breast Cancer last year. Still, it could be nothing, but it's frightening. She's handling it pretty well, going about her normal routine and hobbies (damned strong farm girl) but it's stopped me in my tracks. Just the thought of possibly losing her makes me feel empty.

Next time you talk to God, if you could say a little prayer for us, it would be greatly appreciated.

:pray: For a good man and his lovely wife.

[itsrea]

Thanks, everyone. It means a lot.

I know I'm probably overreacting a bit. I can face and accept pretty much everything God and the world can throw at me, personally. Most times, I deserve it. But I have a hard time accepting my bride facing this.

I just buried a long-time employee of mine two weeks ago, lost to esophageal cancer. I've had two other employees of mine that have had breast cancer and went through chemotherapy over the last couple of years, one had to go through it twice, my mother-in-law last year and another friend of mine is battling it right now. I hear the word "cancer" now, and it doesn't bring up any positive thoughts.

Hopefully, this is nothing but a cyst, and with support from friends like you, we'll be breathing a sigh of relief soon.Curtis, we hear the word cancer and we don't hear that word.. we hear another. And that word is the last word you think at night before you fall off to sleep and the first you think when you wake up in the morning. It's VERY hard to live with, especially when you're waiting for tests, then test results.

What I found with my husband, and with me, is the only way to get past it, to living normally while you wait, is to seek the Lord's peace... and yes, it IS harder to accept peace when it is a loved one.. but seeking it at least gives us something to aim for other then fear and worry.

So my prayer for you is that you will seek and that you will accept the peace the Lord has waiting for you... and that your lovely bride will be able to do the same.

Hugs,
Rea

[EmmanuelGoldstein]

Curtis, I am praying for you and your wife.

[jwil59]

Just a reminder that we all need to be praying about this biopsy on Friday.

What timew is the test Curtis?

[mboncher]

Boy do I know that cold hollow feeling. Praying for you and her.

[repchick]

Just a reminder that we all need to be praying about this biopsy on Friday.

What timew is the test Curtis?
Yes, Curtis please give us the time. :pray:

[melinda]

bump for Curtis and his wife......

[curtis123]

Thanks for your concern, everyone. I appreciate it. Sorry I haven't been around much to answer your posts. We went in for the procedure on Friday, only to be told that the doctor couldn't be there. Sometimes, health care in rural areas leaves a little to be desired. So we got her in at a clinic in a larger town about an hour away on Friday, but she basically had to start all over again, with a Mammogram and an ultrasound. They also said it looks suspicious and ordered a biopsy at that clinic as well, on the 15th!. All we got out of it was a second opinion on the images, and no answers yet. So, whichever clinic can do the procedure the soonest, we'll take it. Thanks again.

[melinda]

Thanks for your concern, everyone. I appreciate it. Sorry I haven't been around much to answer your posts. We went in for the procedure on Friday, only to be told that the doctor couldn't be there. Sometimes, health care in rural areas leaves a little to be desired. So we got her in at a clinic in a larger town about an hour away on Friday, but she basically had to start all over again, with a Mammogram and an ultrasound. They also said it looks suspicious and ordered a biopsy at that clinic as well, on the 15th!. All we got out of it was a second opinion on the images, and no answers yet. So, whichever clinic can do the procedure the soonest, we'll take it. Thanks again.

keeping all of y'all in my prayers, cowboy. :hug:

[rhet 2]

Thanks for your concern, everyone. I appreciate it. Sorry I haven't been around much to answer your posts. We went in for the procedure on Friday, only to be told that the doctor couldn't be there. Sometimes, health care in rural areas leaves a little to be desired. So we got her in at a clinic in a larger town about an hour away on Friday, but she basically had to start all over again, with a Mammogram and an ultrasound. They also said it looks suspicious and ordered a biopsy at that clinic as well, on the 15th!. All we got out of it was a second opinion on the images, and no answers yet. So, whichever clinic can do the procedure the soonest, we'll take it. Thanks again.

Prayers continue -- especially on the 15th.

And, remember, "suspicious" means only worth a closer look, just in case, because the sooner a malignancy is caught, the better.

And MOST such "suspicious" images turn out to be nothing at all.

[Semi-Sweet]

My prayers are with you and your dear wife Curtis. :pray: :hug:

[bella-day]

Thanks for your concern, everyone. I appreciate it. Sorry I haven't been around much to answer your posts. We went in for the procedure on Friday, only to be told that the doctor couldn't be there. Sometimes, health care in rural areas leaves a little to be desired. So we got her in at a clinic in a larger town about an hour away on Friday, but she basically had to start all over again, with a Mammogram and an ultrasound. They also said it looks suspicious and ordered a biopsy at that clinic as well, on the 15th!. All we got out of it was a second opinion on the images, and no answers yet. So, whichever clinic can do the procedure the soonest, we'll take it. Thanks again.

Prayers for you and your lovely wife continue.

[lsue]

These things can scare the life out of you, but most are benign. Doesn't mean we don't
act like normal HUMAN BEINGS, and worry about it, but God knows when we're fretting
with something like this. And He gives peace in a time like this. Hang in there, think good
thoughts, and know that you have friends praying for ya'll.
Most of us gals here have gone through the same scare. (Twice for me). But for even the
ones who turn out to be malignant, catching it early is the next best thing. Doctors can
really work wonders (with God's help and guidance) with this stuff.

[repchick]

Curtis lkeep us updated.

Isue,:hug: good to haer from you. You were very helpful when I was going through this.

[lsue]

Curtis lkeep us updated.

Isue,:hug: good to haer from you. You were very helpful when I was going through this.



You're sweet, repchick! I know how worrying these things can be.

Waiting to hear some mighty good news on the 15th from Curtis now.

[lsue]

Bump on this. Anyone heard from Curtis?? Hope all is well.

[jwil59]

Bump on this. Anyone heard from Curtis?? Hope all is well.

Yep, what Isue said ^^^

[repchick]

Up date please.

[curtis123]

Hello everyone. Sorry again. I haven't been near a computer for quite a while. We met with a doctor on the 15th, and was told not to worry, it's nothing but fiberous tissue. They removed it yesterday, and it wasn't. We were just getting ready to leave, when a team of women with those little pink ribbon pins surrounded us. Right away, I knew something was up.
Invasive Ductile Carcinoma, we're told. She has to have another surgery on monday, because they weren't suspecting anything with the first surgery yesterday, and didn't take any surrounding tissue. Then, she'll begin treatment.

[rhet 2]

Hello everyone. Sorry again. I haven't been near a computer for quite a while. We met with a doctor on the 15th, and was told not to worry, it's nothing but fiberous tissue. They removed it yesterday, and it wasn't. We were just getting ready to leave, when a team of women with those little pink ribbon pins surrounded us. Right away, I knew something was up.
Invasive Ductile Carcinoma, we're told. She has to have another surgery on monday, because they weren't suspecting anything with the first surgery yesterday, and didn't take any surrounding tissue. Then, she'll begin treatment.

Thank you, Curtis.

May the LORD of all Mercy continue the healing process He has begun -- I'm glad they spotted this before you left the hospital. May He give her docs more wisdom and skill than any others on the planet -- and give you both hope and peace of mind.

Have they given you links and contact numbers for a related support group? Others who have been through the same or similar problems can be a HUGE help.

[melinda]

Hello everyone. Sorry again. I haven't been near a computer for quite a while. We met with a doctor on the 15th, and was told not to worry, it's nothing but fiberous tissue. They removed it yesterday, and it wasn't. We were just getting ready to leave, when a team of women with those little pink ribbon pins surrounded us. Right away, I knew something was up.
Invasive Ductile Carcinoma, we're told. She has to have another surgery on monday, because they weren't suspecting anything with the first surgery yesterday, and didn't take any surrounding tissue. Then, she'll begin treatment.

Will keep praying, Cowboy. :hug: :hug: :hug:
How are YOU doing?
How is Mrs. 123 doing?

[bella-day]

Hello everyone. Sorry again. I haven't been near a computer for quite a while. We met with a doctor on the 15th, and was told not to worry, it's nothing but fiberous tissue. They removed it yesterday, and it wasn't. We were just getting ready to leave, when a team of women with those little pink ribbon pins surrounded us. Right away, I knew something was up.
Invasive Ductile Carcinoma, we're told. She has to have another surgery on monday, because they weren't suspecting anything with the first surgery yesterday, and didn't take any surrounding tissue. Then, she'll begin treatment.

Thank you for the update.

Prayers for you and Mrs. Curtis will continue.

[jwil59]

Hello everyone. Sorry again. I haven't been near a computer for quite a while. We met with a doctor on the 15th, and was told not to worry, it's nothing but fiberous tissue. They removed it yesterday, and it wasn't. We were just getting ready to leave, when a team of women with those little pink ribbon pins surrounded us. Right away, I knew something was up.
Invasive Ductile Carcinoma, we're told. She has to have another surgery on monday, because they weren't suspecting anything with the first surgery yesterday, and didn't take any surrounding tissue. Then, she'll begin treatment.


Ok Curtis thanks for that update.

I am praying about this. hang tough buddy

[nortman]

Hello everyone. Sorry again. I haven't been near a computer for quite a while. We met with a doctor on the 15th, and was told not to worry, it's nothing but fiberous tissue. They removed it yesterday, and it wasn't. We were just getting ready to leave, when a team of women with those little pink ribbon pins surrounded us. Right away, I knew something was up.
Invasive Ductile Carcinoma, we're told. She has to have another surgery on monday, because they weren't suspecting anything with the first surgery yesterday, and didn't take any surrounding tissue. Then, she'll begin treatment.

Keep us posted on what is happening. And most importantly....study. Find out the pathology. Find out the Estrogen Receptor and Progesterone receptor results. Find out the results of the lymph node biopsies. If she is ER positive with no metastatic disease, ask about oncotyping. Oncotyping is generally covered by insurance companies as long as the tumor has no mets. Oncotyping can give you an idea of how aggressive the tumor can be and how aggressive the doctors will be in treating.

Research the medications online, but stick to legit websites. If something seems pretty outlandish and hard to swallow, it could be pure BS.

Here are a few websites to look at.

http://www.uhhospitals.org/Default.aspx?alias=www.uhhospitals.org/irelandcancer
http://www.cancer.org/docroot/home/index.asp
http://www.cancer.org/docroot/CRI/CRI_2x.asp?sitearea=LRN&dt=5


In the mean time, I'll keep your family in my prayers.

[repchick]

Prayers going out for you and your wife.

I'll be especially thinking of her Mon. . We are all sisters in this disease. I'll have some of my other BC sisters put up prayers for you all too.

This can be a very uncertain time. Think each step through and ask questions.Lots of questions. Do some reaserch yourselves.

I'll be praying that she has the most skilled Docs she could have and that they can rid her of this with as little invasiveness as possible.

:pray::pray:

Here are some :hug::hug::hug: for both of you.

[repchick]

Need an update my friend. :hug:

[bella-day]

Curtis you and your wife have no left my thoughts and prayers.

[curtis123]

Thanks again. I don't get to sit down to the computer much lately. I'm consolidating all my offices into one building, so I'm traveling to the doctor with her during the day, and building at night. My employees have really pitched in to get it done. I've got a great crew.

She begins chemotherapy on Monday. They're going to do chemo first, surgery, then radiation. She'll probably have a full mastectomy, which is okay with her and me, as long as this crap doesn't come back. They're pretty sure it has spread to her lymph nodes. We're waiting for one more test to come back, but her bone scan came out negative. So far, it looks like it's almost identical to what her mother had, but being 38 years old, it kinda surprised everyone, including the docs.

Our concern is also that she may carry a gene mutation which would cause the onset of this, and that our two daughters may have it as well. They'll have to be vigilant about it early, and mom's already teaching them all about it.

I can't say enough about living in a small town during something like this. The whole community here is just amazing. She's had flowers delivered to her from people she doesn't even know. I can't seem to even step out of my truck without someone stopping me to offer their prayers and wishes. We live over an hour away from the nearest treatment center, and we've had numerous people offering to take a day off of their work and drive her back and forth to her treatments. It's incredible.

[rhet 2]

Thanks again. I don't get to sit down to the computer much lately. I'm consolidating all my offices into one building, so I'm traveling to the doctor with her during the day, and building at night. My employees have really pitched in to get it done. I've got a great crew.

She begins chemotherapy on Monday. They're going to do chemo first, surgery, then radiation. She'll probably have a full mastectomy, which is okay with her and me, as long as this crap doesn't come back. They're pretty sure it has spread to her lymph nodes. We're waiting for one more test to come back, but her bone scan came out negative. So far, it looks like it's almost identical to what her mother had, but being 38 years old, it kinda surprised everyone, including the docs.

Our concern is also that she may carry a gene mutation which would cause the onset of this, and that our two daughters may have it as well. They'll have to be vigilant about it early, and mom's already teaching them all about it.

I can't say enough about living in a small town during something like this. The whole community here is just amazing. She's had flowers delivered to her from people she doesn't even know. I can't seem to even step out of my truck without someone stopping me to offer their prayers and wishes. We live over an hour away from the nearest treatment center, and we've had numerous people offering to take a day off of their work and drive her back and forth to her treatments. It's incredible.

Small close knit communities are wonderful like that -- old-fashioned neighbors who KNOW each other and CARE.

I'm glad you both have that.

Prayers for the success of the treatments.

And for the business development. That, too, is totally stressful.

Repchick has survived the same thing. She KNOWS.

And mega-hugs to you and your wife.

[curtis123]

Thanks again to everyone here. I appreciate all the prayers.

[bella-day]

Thanks again. I don't get to sit down to the computer much lately. I'm consolidating all my offices into one building, so I'm traveling to the doctor with her during the day, and building at night. My employees have really pitched in to get it done. I've got a great crew.

She begins chemotherapy on Monday. They're going to do chemo first, surgery, then radiation. She'll probably have a full mastectomy, which is okay with her and me, as long as this crap doesn't come back. They're pretty sure it has spread to her lymph nodes. We're waiting for one more test to come back, but her bone scan came out negative. So far, it looks like it's almost identical to what her mother had, but being 38 years old, it kinda surprised everyone, including the docs.

Our concern is also that she may carry a gene mutation which would cause the onset of this, and that our two daughters may have it as well. They'll have to be vigilant about it early, and mom's already teaching them all about it.

I can't say enough about living in a small town during something like this. The whole community here is just amazing. She's had flowers delivered to her from people she doesn't even know. I can't seem to even step out of my truck without someone stopping me to offer their prayers and wishes. We live over an hour away from the nearest treatment center, and we've had numerous people offering to take a day off of their work and drive her back and forth to her treatments. It's incredible.


Small communities have a way of coming together. It warms the heart and strengthens the resolve of those they strive to support.

I'm so glad you were able to find a minute or 2 to post.

Best wishes, warm thoughts, and diligent prayer for you and your family Curtis.

Take care of yourself, it sounds like you are putting in way too many hours.

:hug:

[repchick]

Chemo can be rough. I was for me. Watch your wife for anxiety and sleeplessness. If these happen her Doc can help with that. Hydration is very important during chemo. Drink but stay away from caffine. There are a lot of side affects associated with chemo. Not just hair loss. I still have issues.

[curtis123]

Chemo can be rough. I was for me. Watch your wife for anxiety and sleeplessness. If these happen her Doc can help with that. Hydration is very important during chemo. Drink but stay away from caffine. There are a lot of side affects associated with chemo. Not just hair loss. I still have issues.

How long has it been since you've gone through chemo? I'm not looking forward to seeing her go through this, but she's got a great attitude about it now, which I'm sure will help tremendously. I'm doing better with it now, too. I finally got a chance to ride out to my "thinking spot". (everyone has one, right?) and do some heavy thoughts on it, and had a good chat with God.

She's picked out a wig already for the hair loss. Our 6-year-old son, who's been struggling with this, helped her pick it out. We've had a tough time easing him into this, as he just lost his kindergarten teacher to Lou Gehrig's Disease a few months ago. Right now, to him, anyone who's sick is going to die.

Stay away from caffeine? Her?? She roasts her own coffee beans at home. There's about 30 pounds of green Sumatran and Kenyan coffee beans in the pantry. Decaf isn't in her vocabulary. That may be the roughest adjustment yet.

[melinda]

Curtis, thank you for filling all of us in. Your post about your incredible employees and the wonderful people in your community made me cry. People are truly amazing......and you will have so much love, help, and encouragement through all of this. You are a great person, I'm sure your wife and your family are as kind and generous as you are. You have always been there for others, don't be too proud to let others be there for you. People do truly love to help each other.
Will be keeping your wife, you and the family in my prayers.
Hang tough, Cowboy....She will show you just how tough she can be.
:hug: :hug: :hug:

[jwil59]

How long has it been since you've gone through chemo? I'm not looking forward to seeing her go through this, but she's got a great attitude about it now, which I'm sure will help tremendously. I'm doing better with it now, too. I finally got a chance to ride out to my "thinking spot". (everyone has one, right?) and do some heavy thoughts on it, and had a good chat with God.

She's picked out a wig already for the hair loss. Our 6-year-old son, who's been struggling with this, helped her pick it out. We've had a tough time easing him into this, as he just lost his kindergarten teacher to Lou Gehrig's Disease a few months ago. Right now, to him, anyone who's sick is going to die.

Stay away from caffeine? Her?? She roasts her own coffee beans at home. There's about 30 pounds of green Sumatran and Kenyan coffee beans in the pantry. Decaf isn't in her vocabulary. That may be the roughest adjustment yet.

I am praying for you guys Curtis. may God bless these treatments with His own soverign hand. And that little 6 year old, may God Almighty love an comfort this little man every day, all day.

You hang tough my brother

[curtis123]

My bride had her worst day yet, today. She had a "port" installed for the chemo. She gets queasy at a hangnail, so that didn't go very well. We found out that her cancer has a her2 receptor, meaning she now has to take a different course of chemo than we were planning, actually two types of drugs at the same time. One of the oncology nurses on staff was actually just finishing up her own therapy for the same type of cancer, and had a good talk with her that did her some good. On a good note, she's finally exhausted enough to sleep for the first time in a long time.
Thanks again, everyone, for all the concern.

[jwil59]

My bride had her worst day yet, today. She had a "port" installed for the chemo. She gets queasy at a hangnail, so that didn't go very well. We found out that her cancer has a her2 receptor, meaning she now has to take a different course of chemo than we were planning, actually two types of drugs at the same time. One of the oncology nurses on staff was actually just finishing up her own therapy for the same type of cancer, and had a good talk with her that did her some good. On a good note, she's finally exhausted enough to sleep for the first time in a long time.
Thanks again, everyone, for all the concern.

Ok Curtis I am praying for you guys.

When do the actual treatments start

[rhet 2]

My bride had her worst day yet, today. She had a "port" installed for the chemo. She gets queasy at a hangnail, so that didn't go very well. We found out that her cancer has a her2 receptor, meaning she now has to take a different course of chemo than we were planning, actually two types of drugs at the same time. One of the oncology nurses on staff was actually just finishing up her own therapy for the same type of cancer, and had a good talk with her that did her some good. On a good note, she's finally exhausted enough to sleep for the first time in a long time.
Thanks again, everyone, for all the concern.

Second Jeff's prayers.

Poor luv. I'm glad she was comforted byt he nurse, but DAMN I wish she didn't have to go through this!

May the LORD give her peace ans sweet healing dreams. And lots more of such medical pros to help her get through this. And you and the children, too.

[repchick]

How long has it been since you've gone through chemo? I'm not looking forward to seeing her go through this, but she's got a great attitude about it now, which I'm sure will help tremendously. I'm doing better with it now, too. I finally got a chance to ride out to my "thinking spot". (everyone has one, right?) and do some heavy thoughts on it, and had a good chat with God.

She's picked out a wig already for the hair loss. Our 6-year-old son, who's been struggling with this, helped her pick it out. We've had a tough time easing him into this, as he just lost his kindergarten teacher to Lou Gehrig's Disease a few months ago. Right now, to him, anyone who's sick is going to die.

Stay away from caffeine? Her?? She roasts her own coffee beans at home. There's about 30 pounds of green Sumatran and Kenyan coffee beans in the pantry. Decaf isn't in her vocabulary. That may be the roughest adjustment yet.

It's been 20 months.
I had most likely has the same chemo. One is red isn't it?

Her hair will start to come out in about two weeks. She will most likely go into menapause in about four weeks. She's young after chemo she may come out of menapause. I'm not that young. Sudden menapause symptoms can be overwhelming. After it's all said and done they will put her on an estrogen blocking drug ,most likrly tamoxifin. She'll have to take that for 5yr.

She's a woman after my own heart when it comes to coffee. Just dont let it be her main source of liquid. Caffiene dehydrates. Without proper hydration she can become dizzy and feel really bad in general.

[jwil59]

It's been 20 months.
I had most likely has the same chemo. One is red isn't it?

Her hair will start to come out in about two weeks. She will most likely go into menapause in about four weeks. She's young after chemo she may come out of menapause. I'm not that young. Sudden menapause symptoms can be overwhelming. After it's all said and done they will put her on an estrogen blocking drug ,most likrly tamoxifin. She'll have to take that for 5yr.

She's a woman after my own heart when it comes to coffee. Just dont let it be her main source of liquid. Caffiene dehydrates. Without proper hydration she can become dizzy and feel really bad in general.

This is good counsel. My prayers for you as well repchick.

We are preying very hard about this Curtis. Hang tough bro

[bella-day]

My bride had her worst day yet, today. She had a "port" installed for the chemo. She gets queasy at a hangnail, so that didn't go very well. We found out that her cancer has a her2 receptor, meaning she now has to take a different course of chemo than we were planning, actually two types of drugs at the same time. One of the oncology nurses on staff was actually just finishing up her own therapy for the same type of cancer, and had a good talk with her that did her some good. On a good note, she's finally exhausted enough to sleep for the first time in a long time.
Thanks again, everyone, for all the concern.

Thank you for the update.

You and your bride remain in my thoughts and prayers Curtis.

[repchick]

This is good counsel. My prayers for you as well repchick.

We are preying very hard about this Curtis. Hang tough bro

Yes we are praying hard about Curtis. And you.

This is a time for love and total trust . not only in each other but in the LORD.

[nortman]

Your family is in my prayers, Curtis. Take good care of Mrs. 123.

If you have any questions, just ask me. If I don't know the answer, I'll try to find out for you.

[repchick]

My bride had her worst day yet, today. She had a "port" installed for the chemo. She gets queasy at a hangnail, so that didn't go very well. We found out that her cancer has a her2 receptor, meaning she now has to take a different course of chemo than we were planning, actually two types of drugs at the same time. One of the oncology nurses on staff was actually just finishing up her own therapy for the same type of cancer, and had a good talk with her that did her some good. On a good note, she's finally exhausted enough to sleep for the first time in a long time.
Thanks again, everyone, for all the concern.

I'm so glad she decided to go with the port. I didn't. I thought I was tough and could handle it. I ended up with tissue damage in my arm and total vascular distruction in the area where they placed the drip. The port will be much easier on her.

These drugs are very harsh. When she gets them and her head feels like it's going to explode tell her to have them slow the drip . This will take care of that burning feeling. She should also drink while she is taking her treatments. I've learned the hard way.

I hope the few tips I can give will help her get through this a little easier. :hug:

I so wish I were there to help both of you.

[Dancer]

Curtis,

You, your wife and your son are in my prayers. God loves you all and will get you through this. :hug:

Your wife sounds like an angel and the way you all are trying to make this more 'normal' for your son by letting him help pick Mom's wig is only one way that will help you all through this. That brought tears to my eyes. Keep your positive attitude.

Tell your wife Happy Mother's Day from us. :hug:

:pray::pray::pray:

[curtis123]

I'm so glad she decided to go with the port. I didn't. I thought I was tough and could handle it. I ended up with tissue damage in my arm and total vascular distruction in the area where they placed the drip. The port will be much easier on her.

These drugs are very harsh. When she gets them and her head feels like it's going to explode tell her to have them slow the drip . This will take care of that burning feeling. She should also drink while she is taking her treatments. I've learned the hard way.

I hope the few tips I can give will help her get through this a little easier. :hug:

I so wish I were there to help both of you.

Thanks. And thanks to everyone posting here. It's nice to hear the encouragement and prayers.

She got through her first week of chemo pretty tired. Slept a lot, which is okay. She's a little irratable, which is okay, too and understandable. We'll put up with it. The next treatment is coming up on tuesday. Her birthday tomorrow, and we're putting a little surprise party together for her with some of her friends.

I still can't get over the response from our little community. These people are incredible. We've had dinners cooked for us and dropped off at our house, so she doesn't have to cook for the kids. (which isn't necessary, because I enjoy cooking, but I let them do it. It makes them feel they're doing something for her) Someone stopped by last night (and we live miles out in the country) to drop off some flowers, cookies and a certificate for a restaurant.

At first I was refusing all this, because we don't need it, but I was told by a good friend to just shut up and appreciate it for what it is, genuine love and concern for a friend. Wow. Here all along I was thinking we were somehow cursed.

[bella-day]

Thanks. And thanks to everyone posting here. It's nice to hear the encouragement and prayers.

She got through her first week of chemo pretty tired. Slept a lot, which is okay. She's a little irratable, which is okay, too and understandable. We'll put up with it. The next treatment is coming up on tuesday. Her birthday tomorrow, and we're putting a little surprise party together for her with some of her friends.

I still can't get over the response from our little community. These people are incredible. We've had dinners cooked for us and dropped off at our house, so she doesn't have to cook for the kids. (which isn't necessary, because I enjoy cooking, but I let them do it. It makes them feel they're doing something for her) Someone stopped by last night (and we live miles out in the country) to drop off some flowers, cookies and a certificate for a restaurant.

At first I was refusing all this, because we don't need it, but I was told by a good friend to just shut up and appreciate it for what it is, genuine love and concern for a friend. Wow. Here all along I was thinking we were somehow cursed.

What a wonderful group of people. It's heart warming to read about how your community is trying to show their love and concern for your family.

I hope your wife has a fabulous birthday celebration.

Prayers will continue for you and your bride.

You know Curtis, I smile every time I think of you referring to your wife in such a way. I know you two have been married for some time. Using the word bride to refer to her shows the freshness of your love for her.

[jwil59]

Thanks. And thanks to everyone posting here. It's nice to hear the encouragement and prayers.

She got through her first week of chemo pretty tired. Slept a lot, which is okay. She's a little irratable, which is okay, too and understandable. We'll put up with it. The next treatment is coming up on tuesday. Her birthday tomorrow, and we're putting a little surprise party together for her with some of her friends.

I still can't get over the response from our little community. These people are incredible. We've had dinners cooked for us and dropped off at our house, so she doesn't have to cook for the kids. (which isn't necessary, because I enjoy cooking, but I let them do it. It makes them feel they're doing something for her) Someone stopped by last night (and we live miles out in the country) to drop off some flowers, cookies and a certificate for a restaurant.

At first I was refusing all this, because we don't need it, but I was told by a good friend to just shut up and appreciate it for what it is, genuine love and concern for a friend. Wow. Here all along I was thinking we were somehow cursed.

That sounds like a great community Curtis. Your friend is right, do not deny them what God has sent them to do, and I am sure it brings them happiness to help you guys.

I am praying for you guys every day buddy. Yall hang tough and keep us updated, we like to pray about the details too.

[nortman]

:hug: and :pray: for Mrs 123.

I hope she has a happy birthday.

[curtis123]

Hey Folks -
Not much to update. She's in her 3rd week of chemo now. Once a month, there's a triple-dose of chemo they'll give her, that's coming next week. They're concerned about her immune system, so we're being careful of exposure to anything right now. They gave her a shot to keep her white blood cell count up. $4,500 a dose! Thank God for health insurance.
Her hair started falling out already, so she asked me to shave it off for her last night. That was tough. She's still gorgeous, though.

[bella-day]

Hey Folks -
Not much to update. She's in her 3rd week of chemo now. Once a month, there's a triple-dose of chemo they'll give her, that's coming next week. They're concerned about her immune system, so we're being careful of exposure to anything right now. They gave her a shot to keep her white blood cell count up. $4,500 a dose! Thank God for health insurance.
Her hair started falling out already, so she asked me to shave it off for her last night. That was tough. She's still gorgeous, though.

That must have been so difficult for both of you.

Your love and devotion for your wife shines through each and every one of your posts. It's very touching.

Prayers continue for both of you.

[jwil59]

Hey Folks -
Not much to update. She's in her 3rd week of chemo now. Once a month, there's a triple-dose of chemo they'll give her, that's coming next week. They're concerned about her immune system, so we're being careful of exposure to anything right now. They gave her a shot to keep her white blood cell count up. $4,500 a dose! Thank God for health insurance.
Her hair started falling out already, so she asked me to shave it off for her last night. That was tough. She's still gorgeous, though.

You hang tough bro, we are praying for you guys every day.

[nortman]

Hey Folks -
Not much to update. She's in her 3rd week of chemo now. Once a month, there's a triple-dose of chemo they'll give her, that's coming next week. They're concerned about her immune system, so we're being careful of exposure to anything right now. They gave her a shot to keep her white blood cell count up. $4,500 a dose! Thank God for health insurance.
Her hair started falling out already, so she asked me to shave it off for her last night. That was tough. She's still gorgeous, though.

Thanks for the update. I'll continue to :pray:.

[rhet 2]

The love of a man worth living for makes a woman beautiful, no matter what. I'm glad you were able and willing to do that for her.

Prayers continue.

Hang in there, strong and sure and steady, a love she knows she can build her entire life around.

[jeepers]

The love of a man worth living for makes a woman beautiful, no matter what. I'm glad you were able and willing to do that for her.

Prayers continue.

Hang in there, strong and sure and steady, a love she knows she can build her entire life around.


Rhet, that was amazingly beautiful.

I read this thread and instead of finding total tragedy, I found an absolutely massive amount of unconditional love. I'm moved, inspired and humbled.

Prayers to you and your wife. :hug:

[EmmanuelGoldstein]

Hey Folks -
Not much to update. She's in her 3rd week of chemo now. Once a month, there's a triple-dose of chemo they'll give her, that's coming next week. They're concerned about her immune system, so we're being careful of exposure to anything right now. They gave her a shot to keep her white blood cell count up. $4,500 a dose! Thank God for health insurance.
Her hair started falling out already, so she asked me to shave it off for her last night. That was tough. She's still gorgeous, though.
The most beautiful women I've ever known have been the patients I've cared for over the years; I'm sure your bride is no exception.

Prayers for you all :hug:

[curtis123]

Thanks for all the kind words and prayers, everyone.
She's doing fairly well right now. She had a reaction to the chemo on Tuesday. Her BP spiked and she passed out for a short time. They think the IV might not have been mixed properly. Gave everyone a scare, but she's okay, just very, very tired all the time.
She looks great in her wig, and we're spending quite a bit of time together. Friends are coming over every night, which is nice, but tiring for her. I've learned to just tell them she needs to go to bed, and they get the hint. (usually).
We found out on tuesday that she'll have to go 52 weeks on the Herceptin treatments, so our long week has just been extended to a year. I guess we'll do what we have to do.
Don't mean to bore you all with details, but writing about a problem helps me focus on it, and this is a good place to do it.

[bella-day]

You aren't boring us at all Curtis. I appreciate the updates and I'm sure the other participating in the thread do as well.

I find your the love and devotion you have for your bride to be inspiring. You two must be a very special couple.

You guys have a long road ahead of you. If it helps to share your thoughts with us here; I'm glad to be able to offer whatever support that can be conveyed by these words on the screen before you. You have a shoulder to lean on when needed and I'll be more than happy to rejoice in your victories also.

Prayers continue in behalf of you and your lovely bride.

While you are taking care of your bride, do not forget to take care of yourself also.

:hug:

[melinda]

Thanks for all the kind words and prayers, everyone.
She's doing fairly well right now. She had a reaction to the chemo on Tuesday. Her BP spiked and she passed out for a short time. They think the IV might not have been mixed properly. Gave everyone a scare, but she's okay, just very, very tired all the time.
She looks great in her wig, and we're spending quite a bit of time together. Friends are coming over every night, which is nice, but tiring for her. I've learned to just tell them she needs to go to bed, and they get the hint. (usually).
We found out on tuesday that she'll have to go 52 weeks on the Herceptin treatments, so our long week has just been extended to a year. I guess we'll do what we have to do.
Don't mean to bore you all with details, but writing about a problem helps me focus on it, and this is a good place to do it.

Curtis, you are NOT boring us at all....you do whatever it is you need to do to get thru this, and we will all be here for you. We care about you, and even though we don't know your wonderful wife, thru you we have grown to care about her and your entire family.
You keep giving us those updates, and we will keep sending out those prayers.
:hug: :hug: :hug:

[jet]

Curtis...what a wonderful testimony and tribute to the bond you two hsare....so sorry you and your beloved are going through this right now. Will so be praying for you and her.
God bless you and carry you through this time.

[rhet 2]

Thanks for all the kind words and prayers, everyone.
She's doing fairly well right now. She had a reaction to the chemo on Tuesday. Her BP spiked and she passed out for a short time. They think the IV might not have been mixed properly. Gave everyone a scare, but she's okay, just very, very tired all the time.
She looks great in her wig, and we're spending quite a bit of time together. Friends are coming over every night, which is nice, but tiring for her. I've learned to just tell them she needs to go to bed, and they get the hint. (usually).
We found out on tuesday that she'll have to go 52 weeks on the Herceptin treatments, so our long week has just been extended to a year. I guess we'll do what we have to do.
Don't mean to bore you all with details, but writing about a problem helps me focus on it, and this is a good place to do it.

I fing this the best place in the universe to spill my own stress -- not a bore at all -- a privilege to help with some prayers.

A mere 52 weeks? (I jest of course). You'll make it. With God all things are possible, including 52 weeks of Herceptin treatments.

YOu're a good man, Curtis -- with a good woman at your side -- all the way. :hug:

[jwil59]

Hang tough Curtis, we are praying for you guys

[curtis123]

Not much to update. My bride's doing well with the treatments, as well as treatments can be. She goes in for another tomorrow. We've come to dread Tuesdays. Next week will be the tough triple-shot treatment. She's given up on the wig and just wears a cap every day. The wig's way too hot, even in our climate.

Last Friday, she was a guest speaker at a "relay for life" fund raiser for the American Cancer Society. She spoke of how in some ways, it's a gift, as it's forced her to see what's really important in her life lately, and how we should all live that way.
The relay was pretty cool. lots of cancer survivors. They let her walk in the "survivors lap".

I was proud of her :D.

[itsrea]

Not much to update. My bride's doing well with the treatments, as well as treatments can be. She goes in for another tomorrow. We've come to dread Tuesdays. Next week will be the tough triple-shot treatment. She's given up on the wig and just wears a cap every day. The wig's way too hot, even in our climate.

Last Friday, she was a guest speaker at a "relay for life" fund raiser for the American Cancer Society. She spoke of how in some ways, it's a gift, as it's forced her to see what's really important in her life lately, and how we should all live that way.
The relay was pretty cool. lots of cancer survivors. They let her walk in the "survivors lap".

I was proud of her :D.This is the truth curtis.. having that word come into your life really does reset the priorities of everyone involved... you're all going to be blessed by the changes this resetting will do in your relationships and your needs. :clap: I believe people that deal with cancer are the bravest people alive so I agree with your pride in her. :clap:

You and yours continue in my prayers.

hugs,
Rea

[bella-day]

Not much to update. My bride's doing well with the treatments, as well as treatments can be. She goes in for another tomorrow. We've come to dread Tuesdays. Next week will be the tough triple-shot treatment. She's given up on the wig and just wears a cap every day. The wig's way too hot, even in our climate.

Last Friday, she was a guest speaker at a "relay for life" fund raiser for the American Cancer Society. She spoke of how in some ways, it's a gift, as it's forced her to see what's really important in her life lately, and how we should all live that way.
The relay was pretty cool. lots of cancer survivors. They let her walk in the "survivors lap".

I was proud of her :D.

As well you should be. She sounds like a strong woman that has decided to reach out to others in their time of need.

Amazing...no wonder you love her so.

Thanks for taking the time to keep us updated.

Prayers continue for you and your lovely bride.

[rosiegirl]

God Bless you and your wife through this time Curtis.

Continued prayers sent your way,
RG

[rhet 2]

Amen and again, AMEN. My prayers added to those of the others.

You and your bride show all of us how life is supposed to be done. May the LORD bless you both and all whom you cherish, make the treatments WORK and the victory permanent so that all the world will have cause to see and know and believe that "with God all things are possible" and "all things work together for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose." These are His words, and He NEVER lies, never gets it wrong, never breaks a promise.

[lsue]

Not much to update. My bride's doing well with the treatments, as well as treatments can be. She goes in for another tomorrow. We've come to dread Tuesdays. Next week will be the tough triple-shot treatment. She's given up on the wig and just wears a cap every day. The wig's way too hot, even in our climate.

Last Friday, she was a guest speaker at a "relay for life" fund raiser for the American Cancer Society. She spoke of how in some ways, it's a gift, as it's forced her to see what's really important in her life lately, and how we should all live that way.
The relay was pretty cool. lots of cancer survivors. They let her walk in the "survivors lap".

I was proud of her :D.



curtis, that is what is so amazing about this kind of thing. It seems to make such
a big POSITIVE difference in our lives. It's like kicking cancer in the teeth when
you get an important life changing benefit from fighting this awful disease. And
her getting to walk in the survivors lap was awesome. No wonder you are so proud
of her. She sounds like an awesome woman. And YOU sound like a wonderful
husband to her.


Hugs and best wishes!

[melinda]

Not much to update. My bride's doing well with the treatments, as well as treatments can be. She goes in for another tomorrow. We've come to dread Tuesdays. Next week will be the tough triple-shot treatment. She's given up on the wig and just wears a cap every day. The wig's way too hot, even in our climate.

Last Friday, she was a guest speaker at a "relay for life" fund raiser for the American Cancer Society. She spoke of how in some ways, it's a gift, as it's forced her to see what's really important in her life lately, and how we should all live that way.
The relay was pretty cool. lots of cancer survivors. They let her walk in the "survivors lap".

I was proud of her :D.

thank you for the update....the prayers continue.
:hug: :hug: :hug:

[JenT]

Last week, my wife found a lump on her breast. She goes in for a biopsy this Friday. Her mother just got through treatment for Breast Cancer last year. Still, it could be nothing, but it's frightening. She's handling it pretty well, going about her normal routine and hobbies (damned strong farm girl) but it's stopped me in my tracks. Just the thought of possibly losing her makes me feel empty.

Next time you talk to God, if you could say a little prayer for us, it would be greatly appreciated.

I pray for her healing Curtis, her complete and total healing, and for an easy time through all of this.

I'd also like to suggest what my close friend did in this situation, as far as caps, etc. We made her these really large lightweight scarves and she wrapped it around her head with a bandana, kind of like in Jesus day. The floatiness of the silk (or fake silk, don't really know) gave the impression of flowing long hair. She wore hoop earrings with it and she looked so esoteric, so awesome and was so comfortable. And they have such beautiful material now. Just a thought.

God bless you both!

[gattaca]

God bless your family and your wife!

[jwil59]

Amen and again, AMEN. My prayers added to those of the others.

You and your bride show all of us how life is supposed to be done. May the LORD bless you both and all whom you cherish, make the treatments WORK and the victory permanent so that all the world will have cause to see and know and believe that "with God all things are possible" and "all things work together for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose." These are His words, and He NEVER lies, never gets it wrong, never breaks a promise.

I echo this post........

We are praying Curtis, hang tough bro

[curtis123]

Halfway through at least one of the chemo treatments now. She had a reaction to the Chemotherapy again on Tuesday. One of the chemicals makes her lungs constrict, and they don't know why. It was pretty frightening , but it only lasted about a minute. It isn't fun to see your wife start suffocating in front of you, I can tell you that.

They're re-assessing her treatment, to see if they can do something different, otherwise, she'll have to put up with this reaction with each treatment.

Our friends and neighbors continue to amaze us. I'm a business owner in our community, we have good health insurance and we're doing well financially, but people still send us money. I'm dumbfounded by it, but I guess it's what they do to help. We'll use it for travel expenses. We have to travel about 90 miles one way for her doctor visits and chemo.

There's a lot of angels out there.

[bella-day]

Halfway through at least one of the chemo treatments now. She had a reaction to the Chemotherapy again on Tuesday. One of the chemicals makes her lungs constrict, and they don't know why. It was pretty frightening , but it only lasted about a minute. It isn't fun to see your wife start suffocating in front of you, I can tell you that.

They're re-assessing her treatment, to see if they can do something different, otherwise, she'll have to put up with this reaction with each treatment.

Our friends and neighbors continue to amaze us. I'm a business owner in our community, we have good health insurance and we're doing well financially, but people still send us money. I'm dumbfounded by it, but I guess it's what they do to help. We'll use it for travel expenses. We have to travel about 90 miles one way for her doctor visits and chemo.

There's a lot of angels out there.

And on your shoulder I hope they remain.

Thanks for the update Curtis.

Prayers for you and your lovely bride continue.

Take care of yourself.:hug:

[rhet 2]

And on your shoulder I hope they remain.

Thanks for the update Curtis.

Prayers for you and your lovely bride continue.

Take care of yourself.:hug:

Prayers definitely continue!

And for such a wonderful and self-less community as well.

[jwil59]

Halfway through at least one of the chemo treatments now. She had a reaction to the Chemotherapy again on Tuesday. One of the chemicals makes her lungs constrict, and they don't know why. It was pretty frightening , but it only lasted about a minute. It isn't fun to see your wife start suffocating in front of you, I can tell you that.

They're re-assessing her treatment, to see if they can do something different, otherwise, she'll have to put up with this reaction with each treatment.

Our friends and neighbors continue to amaze us. I'm a business owner in our community, we have good health insurance and we're doing well financially, but people still send us money. I'm dumbfounded by it, but I guess it's what they do to help. We'll use it for travel expenses. We have to travel about 90 miles one way for her doctor visits and chemo.

There's a lot of angels out there.

Sorry to hear about the reaction. I am praying specifically that does not happen again.

Hang tough brother, we are praying hard about this.

[rhet 2]

Sorry to hear about the reaction. I am praying specifically that does not happen again.

Hang tough brother, we are praying hard about this.

Oh, yes, indeedy. LORD, maximize the positives and interfere to stop the negatives, especially this side effect of the treatments.

[JenT]

Glad she's surrounded by such great friends and family, must make all the difference. Praying she doesn't react again, that IS odd, glad the doctors are looking into it. Praying God restores her to full health for many years to come!

[curtis123]

I appreciate all the prayers and thoughts, folks. Thanks. We're slowly making it through this thing.

[repchick]

My prayers and thoughts going out to your wife and family. Most of all you because without a good caregiver we patients are at a loss. :hug:

[rhet 2]

My prayers and thoughts going out to your wife and family. Most of all you because without a good caregiver we patients are at a loss. :hug:

Truth

[jwil59]

I appreciate all the prayers and thoughts, folks. Thanks. We're slowly making it through this thing.

By His grace brother........

So we keep praying

[curtis123]

Bride's doing pretty well with treatments now. 3 more to go on one of the chemo's (the one she gets a reaction to), so that will be a milestone, and it'll be nice not to watch her go through the reactions again. Surgery is set for august, then radiation.
She still gets down once in a while, but not as often. She used to stay up late, planning her funeral, so at least she's not doing that anymore. I got her some things for her hobbies, and we've got a new border collie to train, so she's keeping busy during the downtime.

[rhet 2]

Bride's doing pretty well with treatments now. 3 more to go on one of the chemo's (the one she gets a reaction to), so that will be a milestone, and it'll be nice not to watch her go through the reactions again. Surgery is set for august, then radiation.
She still gets down once in a while, but not as often. She used to stay up late, planning her funeral, so at least she's not doing that anymore. I got her some things for her hobbies, and we've got a new border collie to train, so she's keeping busy during the downtime.

Step by step, we CAN walk around the world -- especially with God -- and a good husband -- at our side.

I'm glad she's not still on the morbid wagon but finding distractions.

Prayers for the success of the chemo and the surgeon continue.

Major hugs to you both -- and to the kiddos.

[melinda]

Bride's doing pretty well with treatments now. 3 more to go on one of the chemo's (the one she gets a reaction to), so that will be a milestone, and it'll be nice not to watch her go through the reactions again. Surgery is set for august, then radiation.
She still gets down once in a while, but not as often. She used to stay up late, planning her funeral, so at least she's not doing that anymore. I got her some things for her hobbies, and we've got a new border collie to train, so she's keeping busy during the downtime.

was the new border collie your idea, her idea or God's idea? I think that is a great way to keep her busy.....thanks for all the updates, cowboy. :hug:

[curtis123]

was the new border collie your idea, her idea or God's idea? I think that is a great way to keep her busy.....thanks for all the updates, cowboy. :hug:
Skeeter - I got her a couple of months ago from a ranch in MT. There's a pic of her in your Mel & Mal's thread in TP, along with Fly, the border collie I had to shave.

Thanks again for all the prayers and thoughts. I know they're working.

[JenT]

Amen and again, AMEN. My prayers added to those of the others.

You and your bride show all of us how life is supposed to be done. May the LORD bless you both and all whom you cherish, make the treatments WORK and the victory permanent so that all the world will have cause to see and know and believe that "with God all things are possible" and "all things work together for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose." These are His words, and He NEVER lies, never gets it wrong, never breaks a promise.

Amen, prayers continue.

[jwil59]

Bride's doing pretty well with treatments now. 3 more to go on one of the chemo's (the one she gets a reaction to), so that will be a milestone, and it'll be nice not to watch her go through the reactions again. Surgery is set for august, then radiation.
She still gets down once in a while, but not as often. She used to stay up late, planning her funeral, so at least she's not doing that anymore. I got her some things for her hobbies, and we've got a new border collie to train, so she's keeping busy during the downtime.

I am praying for you guys Curtis, every day brother.

Sounds like she is doing as well as can be expected and for that we are thankfull. hang tough friend

[bella-day]

Bride's doing pretty well with treatments now. 3 more to go on one of the chemo's (the one she gets a reaction to), so that will be a milestone, and it'll be nice not to watch her go through the reactions again. Surgery is set for august, then radiation.
She still gets down once in a while, but not as often. She used to stay up late, planning her funeral, so at least she's not doing that anymore. I got her some things for her hobbies, and we've got a new border collie to train, so she's keeping busy during the downtime.

Thank you for the update Curtis.

Prayers continue for you and your lovely Bride.

Stay strong, and take care of each other.

[rosiegirl]

Continued prayers your way buddy.......

[JenT]

Curtis you wrote three more, but how spaced out are they? When will this be over for you guys? Just hoping it won't take too long, I can't imagine how awful it must feel. But glad they are working, will keep praying.

:hug: Curtis' wife :hug:

[curtis123]

Curtis you wrote three more, but how spaced out are they? When will this be over for you guys? Just hoping it won't take too long, I can't imagine how awful it must feel. But glad they are working, will keep praying.

:hug: Curtis' wife :hug:

There's a big 3-dose chemical therapy every third week. It makes her lungs constrict, for some odd reason. it's pretty rough, but it lasts for about 3 min. (when you can't breath, that's a helluva long time) One chemo nurse said they've seen it before, but it's rare. Next one is due this Tuesday, then two more of those to go. Herceptin treatments go for a full year, once a week.

Thanks for the thoughts and prayers, everyone. They're obviously working.

[jet]

There's a big 3-dose chemical therapy every third week. It makes her lungs constrict, for some odd reason. it's pretty rough, but it lasts for about 3 min. (when you can't breath, that's a helluva long time) One chemo nurse said they've seen it before, but it's rare. Next one is due this Tuesday, then two more of those to go. Herceptin treatments go for a full year, once a week.

Thanks for the thoughts and prayers, everyone. They're obviously working.


:hug: So very sorry, Curtis...will keep praying for all of you..strength, courage, healing.

Thanks for keeping us updated. God bless you and keep you :hug:

[rhet 2]

There's a big 3-dose chemical therapy every third week. It makes her lungs constrict, for some odd reason. it's pretty rough, but it lasts for about 3 min. (when you can't breath, that's a helluva long time) One chemo nurse said they've seen it before, but it's rare. Next one is due this Tuesday, then two more of those to go. Herceptin treatments go for a full year, once a week.

Thanks for the thoughts and prayers, everyone. They're obviously working.

Well, you've always known your bride is a rare beauty.......... :)

I'm so sorry, Curtis. I know that must be terrifying for her. And, if it threatens her, it's terrifying to you, as well.

My prayers continue.

You'll beat this yet, by the grace of God. I just know you will.

[jwil59]

There's a big 3-dose chemical therapy every third week. It makes her lungs constrict, for some odd reason. it's pretty rough, but it lasts for about 3 min. (when you can't breath, that's a helluva long time) One chemo nurse said they've seen it before, but it's rare. Next one is due this Tuesday, then two more of those to go. Herceptin treatments go for a full year, once a week.

Thanks for the thoughts and prayers, everyone. They're obviously working.

I will be praying about that treatment this Tuesday.

Hang tough brother

[melinda]

Well, you've always known your bride is a rare beauty.......... :)

I'm so sorry, Curtis. I know that must be terrifying for her. And, if it threatens her, it's terrifying to you, as well.

My prayers continue.

You'll beat this yet, by the grace of God. I just know you will.

rhet said what I was thinking.....

we will all be keeping mrs. curtis and you in our thoughts and prayers, cowboy.

[JenT]

Praying with highlight for TUESDAY

[curtis123]

Thank you.

[Hadassah]

Curtis, I am soooo sorry. I didn't see this until today. I am praying for all of you. :pray: :hug:

[jwil59]

Thank you.

Yep, we will be praying tommorrow friend

[JenT]

Today is the day, praying for Mrs. Curtis, strengthen her Oh God as she goes through this valley, surround and protect her

[melinda]

:pray: :pray: :pray:

[rhet 2]

Today is the day, praying for Mrs. Curtis, strengthen her Oh God as she goes through this valley, surround and protect her

Amen and again, AMEN!

Preserve life, give comfort, bring endurance and patience to replace pain and sorrow, hope and joy to replace anxiety and fear, deep abiding faith without limits to sustain bodies, hearts and minds.

[JenT]

It's probably happening right now or over? :pray:

[rhet 2]

It's probably happening right now or over? :pray:

Patience, dear sister.

Patience.

The one Christian virtue I most surely fall short of. :wall:

I HATE WAITING. But all in the LORD's own perfect timing. :hug:

[curtis123]

Posting from chemo room on my blackberry.
Going well,but long day,and several hours to go. She's able to sleep now.
Thank you for the prayers.

PS- chemo nurses are angels.

[rhet 2]

Posting from chemo room on my blackberry.
Going well,but long day,and several hours to go. She's able to sleep now.
Thank you for the prayers.

PS- chemo nurses are angels.

They can be.

So are you and your Bride.

I'm glad she's out of immediate crisis and able to sleep. May the LORD make that sleep healing and peaceful, to restore her strength for the week to come.

[jwil59]

Posting from chemo room on my blackberry.
Going well,but long day,and several hours to go. She's able to sleep now.
Thank you for the prayers.

PS- chemo nurses are angels.

I am sooo praying for you guys Curtis. I thank God for that sleep

[JenT]

Posting from chemo room on my blackberry.
Going well,but long day,and several hours to go. She's able to sleep now.
Thank you for the prayers.

PS- chemo nurses are angels.

(whew) (thanks Lord)

[curtis123]

The treatment went pretty well, considering how long it took. They pumped her full of benadryl before the chemo, and that seemed to do the trick. Pretty much knocked her out for the afternoon.

Thanks again for all the prayers. We'll get through this, and be stronger for it, I'm sure.

[rhet 2]

The treatment went pretty well, considering how long it took. They pumped her full of benadryl before the chemo, and that seemed to do the trick. Pretty much knocked her out for the afternoon.

Thanks again for all the prayers. We'll get through this, and be stronger for it, I'm sure.

Yes, as a matter of fact, you WILL. The LORD promised -- and He Who IS the Truth never breaks a promise.

Prayers continue.

And thank God for benadryl! And smart smart nurses! :clap:

[bella-day]

The treatment went pretty well, considering how long it took. They pumped her full of benadryl before the chemo, and that seemed to do the trick. Pretty much knocked her out for the afternoon.

Thanks again for all the prayers. We'll get through this, and be stronger for it, I'm sure.

That's much better than having to deal with the reaction she has had to endure previously.

Prayers continue for both of you.

[curtis123]

Kind of a tough week again. She's feeling sick from the chemo now. The nausea meds help, but not 100%. Whenever she has the taxotere (sp?) treatment every three weeks, she's down for a while. Fortunately only a few of those left.

We had genetic testing done to see if she has the gene mutation that makes it likely for breast and ovarian cancer. It would be nice to know, since we have two daughters, so they can be vigilant early. If that is positive, she'll probably have a double mastectomy. We'll find out the results of that test this Tuesday.

I've come to hate Tuesdays.

[rhet 2]

Kind of a tough week again. She's feeling sick from the chemo now. The nausea meds help, but not 100%. Whenever she has the taxotere (sp?) treatment every three weeks, she's down for a while. Fortunately only a few of those left.

We had genetic testing done to see if she has the gene mutation that makes it likely for breast and ovarian cancer. It would be nice to know, since we have two daughters, so they can be vigilant early. If that is positive, she'll probably have a double mastectomy. We'll find out the results of that test this Tuesday.

I've come to hate Tuesdays.

I can see why you would, yes.

But Tuesdays are better than never at all, and what comes after the Never.

We'll pray for those test results -- and for the LORD to provide for and protect your daughters, too. Even if the genetic risk is lower than the docs fear.

AND pray about the Tuesday after Next Tuesday for all the weeks to come, including the hope for NO mastectomy -- and, should He accept that possibility, that HE PERSONALLY provides the way of escape that you all may bear that one, too.

May He hasten her restoration to "feeling better" this week so she experiences less discomfort and unpleasant side effects. And may He make all this suffering WORTH IT in terms of a full restoration to health and strength to last you all for decade after decade of Painless Tuesdays to come once the cancer is finally and permanently defeated.

[jwil59]

Kind of a tough week again. She's feeling sick from the chemo now. The nausea meds help, but not 100%. Whenever she has the taxotere (sp?) treatment every three weeks, she's down for a while. Fortunately only a few of those left.

We had genetic testing done to see if she has the gene mutation that makes it likely for breast and ovarian cancer. It would be nice to know, since we have two daughters, so they can be vigilant early. If that is positive, she'll probably have a double mastectomy. We'll find out the results of that test this Tuesday.

I've come to hate Tuesdays.

Im am praying for her sickness from the chemo and good results on Tuesday.

hang tough brother

[JenT]

gosh, Curtis, praying for you, God bless you and Mrs. Curtis and your daughters so much

[melinda]

gosh, Curtis, praying for you, God bless you and Mrs. Curtis and your daughters so much

plus he's got a young son ...

[melinda]

Kind of a tough week again. She's feeling sick from the chemo now. The nausea meds help, but not 100%. Whenever she has the taxotere (sp?) treatment every three weeks, she's down for a while. Fortunately only a few of those left.

We had genetic testing done to see if she has the gene mutation that makes it likely for breast and ovarian cancer. It would be nice to know, since we have two daughters, so they can be vigilant early. If that is positive, she'll probably have a double mastectomy. We'll find out the results of that test this Tuesday.

I've come to hate Tuesdays.

I was gonna tell you that I'll hate Tuesdays with you ... but then I read what rhet posted. She is so smart...


will continue praying for all of y'all. :hug: :hug: :hug:
I cannot even imagine what your wife is going through, but she does have the love of a good man who is standing there to catch her each and every time she falls. I hate that y'all have to endure this, but I love seeing your love for her in all of your posts.

[curtis123]

Thanks again everyone. Yeah, you're right, I should enjoy every Tuesday I have with her. I just dread every day I have to watch them pump her full of chemicals. I know they're working, and making her well eventually, but damn, I'd give anything to trade places with her right now.

[rhet 2]

Thanks again everyone. Yeah, you're right, I should enjoy every Tuesday I have with her. I just dread every day I have to watch them pump her full of chemicals. I know they're working, and making her well eventually, but damn, I'd give anything to trade places with her right now.

Yeah.

Me and my Bear Who Cuddles.

Just try to see the Tuesdays and all the hell they cause on Wednesday as the pain and labor and struggle that always comes before any real achievement in this world and stay focused on WHY the agony must be endured in order to have the triumph that will surely come in God's good time.

I pray for the pain and labor and struggle required to lessen and the triumph to come QUICK:Y QUICKLY -- for both your family and for my own.

Endurance, dear one. Endurance.

:hug:

[bella-day]

Thanks again everyone. Yeah, you're right, I should enjoy every Tuesday I have with her. I just dread every day I have to watch them pump her full of chemicals. I know they're working, and making her well eventually, but damn, I'd give anything to trade places with her right now.


Your love, concern, and devotion most likely gives her the strength she needs to make it through Tuesdays.

I wish I had the right words for you Curtis.

You and your bride remain in my prayers.

[jwil59]

Thanks again everyone. Yeah, you're right, I should enjoy every Tuesday I have with her. I just dread every day I have to watch them pump her full of chemicals. I know they're working, and making her well eventually, but damn, I'd give anything to trade places with her right now.

I am praying for you guys every day Curtis. I know it's hard, hang tough buddy

[itsrea]

Thanks again everyone. Yeah, you're right, I should enjoy every Tuesday I have with her. I just dread every day I have to watch them pump her full of chemicals. I know they're working, and making her well eventually, but damn, I'd give anything to trade places with her right now.The Lord gave her you for a reason Curtis.. you are where you are supposed to be, doing what you're supposed to be doing, so don't wish otherwise because the Lord gave her you for a reason.

You do what you can by opening your heart when asking the Lord what He wants you to do to help.

[JenT]

God bless and strengthen you and the misses today, Curtis

[JenT]

Curtis, you DO realize we are waiting for test results with you, right?

Praying all is going well...

[curtis123]

Actually, we didn't get any test results yesterday. They didn't have them, so they said they'd call us with them.

One more treatment down. Went very well yesterday. The smaller treatments are a piece of cake for her, as she's in and out in less than an hour.

I really appreciate the thoughts and prayers from you all. With the wonderful community we have at home, all our good friends and my online friends, we've had so much support. Thank you.

[rhet 2]

Actually, we didn't get any test results yesterday. They didn't have them, so they said they'd call us with them.

One more treatment down. Went very well yesterday. The smaller treatments are a piece of cake for her, as she's in and out in less than an hour.

I really appreciate the thoughts and prayers from you all. With the wonderful community we have at home, all our good friends and my online friends, we've had so much support. Thank you.

You're there for us. Least we can do is say a word or two in the LORD's ears.

One more Tuesday down, brother. One less Tuesday to go through before your Lady Love has this one licked, packed up nice and tight, and ready to stick into storage with all the rest of yesterday's grief.

Hold tight, all of you.

We pray.

[jwil59]

Actually, we didn't get any test results yesterday. They didn't have them, so they said they'd call us with them.

One more treatment down. Went very well yesterday. The smaller treatments are a piece of cake for her, as she's in and out in less than an hour.

I really appreciate the thoughts and prayers from you all. With the wonderful community we have at home, all our good friends and my online friends, we've had so much support. Thank you.

Thank God those treatment are going better........

I'm thinking she's a tough gal........

I am praying

[curtis123]

My bride and I had a wonderful week this week. All things considered, she felt fine, and we enjoyed the rest of this week like there was nothing wrong. They've been rare lately, and I thank God for every one of these we can get.

Another Tuesday coming up, but this is just a single treatment like the last one, so it shouldn't be so bad, and if we're lucky, we'll have another week like this one. The next tough one is on the 29th, but then only one more of those to go. It's those treatments that she has the reaction to, and they really knock her down.

We were told at the cancer center that another woman was in there on Monday, and had a similar reaction to the chemo that we've been experiencing. The lady was alone during chemo, couldn't breath, and was ringing the buzzer for the nurse, but they were all back in the lab and didn't hear it. By the time they checked her, she was unconscious and they just about lost her. Needless to say, they're re-evaluating some procedures.

The community here is incredible. Although I've repeatedly told people we don't need any financial help, they do it anyway. I guess it's just their way of doing something about it.

We have excellent health insurance. The only real expenses we have is travel, because the cancer treatment center is about 90 miles from here. So we've used some for gas. We're keeping all this in an account and will use it to help out the next neighbor when we're done. Which will hopefully be soon.

Thanks again for all your prayers.

[rhet 2]

My bride and I had a wonderful week this week. All things considered, she felt fine, and we enjoyed the rest of this week like there was nothing wrong. They've been rare lately, and I thank God for every one of these we can get.

Another Tuesday coming up, but this is just a single treatment like the last one, so it shouldn't be so bad, and if we're lucky, we'll have another week like this one. The next tough one is on the 29th, but then only one more of those to go. It's those treatments that she has the reaction to, and they really knock her down.

We were told at the cancer center that another woman was in there on Monday, and had a similar reaction to the chemo that we've been experiencing. The lady was alone during chemo, couldn't breath, and was ringing the buzzer for the nurse, but they were all back in the lab and didn't hear it. By the time they checked her, she was unconscious and they just about lost her. Needless to say, they're re-evaluating some procedures.

The community here is incredible. Although I've repeatedly told people we don't need any financial help, they do it anyway. I guess it's just their way of doing something about it.

We have excellent health insurance. The only real expenses we have is travel, because the cancer treatment center is about 90 miles from here. So we've used some for gas. We're keeping all this in an account and will use it to help out the next neighbor when we're done. Which will hopefully be soon.

Thanks again for all your prayers.

Thank the LORD for the positive week. May He give you folks more and more of the same as your Bride moves toward full remission and permanent cure until the day comes when you both wake up and realize you haven't had a rough week in months and months and months.

Next Tuesday covered in my prayers with BIG prayer for the 29th.

And prayers for the woman they almost lost -- and for figuring out some obviously necessary changes in their procedure!

I LIKE neighbors like yours. That's what a community is supposed to be like.

Good idea, holding onto the funds to help someone else. Use what you need and save the rest to pass on to another.

Super hug to you both.

How are the kiddos doing? Full of hope and spunky as ever, I hope.

[curtis123]

Another tuesday coming up. Another Taxotere treatment, the tough one we do every three weeks.

We were called by the lab that does the genetic testing to see if she carries the gene mutation that makes women more likely for breast and cervical cancer, and they wanted to meet with us to give us the results, so that most likely means she's positive, but we're holding the tears 'til we find out for sure.

She was really down last night. I gotta admit, I'm having a hard time keeping her positive lately, with all she's been through, but I'm trying. She was doing better this morning, and going to work, so she'll get her mind off of it again.

There's a nurse in the cancer center that went through it herself, and kind of inspires her, so I'll try to find her tomorrow to see if she can give her a pep talk again.

I would have been a useless puddle of goo by now, if it weren't for the support and prayers of friends. I appreciate all of you.

[melinda]

Another tuesday coming up. Another Taxotere treatment, the tough one we do every three weeks.

We were called by the lab that does the genetic testing to see if she carries the gene mutation that makes women more likely for breast and cervical cancer, and they wanted to meet with us to give us the results, so that most likely means she's positive, but we're holding the tears 'til we find out for sure.

She was really down last night. I gotta admit, I'm having a hard time keeping her positive lately, with all she's been through, but I'm trying. She was doing better this morning, and going to work, so she'll get her mind off of it again.

There's a nurse in the cancer center that went through it herself, and kind of inspires her, so I'll try to find her tomorrow to see if she can give her a pep talk again.

I would have been a useless puddle of goo by now, if it weren't for the support and prayers of friends. I appreciate all of you.

today when I was out running, I thought about you and your cowgirl and the fact that tomorrow is Tuesday. You will both be in my thoughts and prayers as you make it through the day.....I hope that nurse is able to give her a pep talk. The ups and downs are definitely expected.....:hug: :hug: :hug:

[rhet 2]

Another tuesday coming up. Another Taxotere treatment, the tough one we do every three weeks.

We were called by the lab that does the genetic testing to see if she carries the gene mutation that makes women more likely for breast and cervical cancer, and they wanted to meet with us to give us the results, so that most likely means she's positive, but we're holding the tears 'til we find out for sure.

She was really down last night. I gotta admit, I'm having a hard time keeping her positive lately, with all she's been through, but I'm trying. She was doing better this morning, and going to work, so she'll get her mind off of it again.

There's a nurse in the cancer center that went through it herself, and kind of inspires her, so I'll try to find her tomorrow to see if she can give her a pep talk again.

I would have been a useless puddle of goo by now, if it weren't for the support and prayers of friends. I appreciate all of you.

Prayers continue, dear one. You two hang tough -- and we'll include the nurse's pep talk and the conference about the genetic stuff in the petitions, you betcha.

BTW: docs and labs don't give out info -- good or bad -- over the phone if they can help it. The conference is NOT an indication of negative results: docs like to look at faces when they hand out good news, too.

[jwil59]

Another tuesday coming up. Another Taxotere treatment, the tough one we do every three weeks.

We were called by the lab that does the genetic testing to see if she carries the gene mutation that makes women more likely for breast and cervical cancer, and they wanted to meet with us to give us the results, so that most likely means she's positive, but we're holding the tears 'til we find out for sure.

She was really down last night. I gotta admit, I'm having a hard time keeping her positive lately, with all she's been through, but I'm trying. She was doing better this morning, and going to work, so she'll get her mind off of it again.

There's a nurse in the cancer center that went through it herself, and kind of inspires her, so I'll try to find her tomorrow to see if she can give her a pep talk again.

I would have been a useless puddle of goo by now, if it weren't for the support and prayers of friends. I appreciate all of you.


I will be praying for you guys tommorrow buddy.

Hang tough brother

[bella-day]

Tuesday prayers for you and your bride Curtis.

[rhet 2]

Tuesday prayers for you and your bride Curtis.

Yep.

Especially since this is the really bad treatment week!

LORD, mercy and grace, Your Own Sweet Supervision on this one. Preserve life, restore health, strengthen love and hope and joy.

And give the nurse a bit of your own Wisdom to share with Mrs.C, just to help her and Curtis get through these trials not just okay but stronger and better than before all this started.

[jwil59]

Yep.

Especially since this is the really bad treatment week!

LORD, mercy and grace, Your Own Sweet Supervision on this one. Preserve life, restore health, strengthen love and hope and joy.

And give the nurse a bit of your own Wisdom to share with Mrs.C, just to help her and Curtis get through these trials not just okay but stronger and better than before all this started.

Amen............. I have been praying about this today too and am waiting to hear how everything went

[rhet 2]

Amen............. I have been praying about this today too and am waiting to hear how everything went

Yes. Just a tad worrisome since he's not been in yet.

[curtis123]

Sorry, folks. Haven't had much spare time. Work's picking up again. Doctoring during the day and working at night still.

She had her 2nd to last treatment of Taxotere yesterday, and it went well. Only one more of those to go. (that's the tough one) She's getting some nausea, but not bad. Pretty much just tired all the time. She's sleeping right now.

The genetic test results meeting was a comedy of errors. The cancer center called us and said the results are in, and wanted us to meet with her doctor on Wednesday. We were going there anyway for a treatment on Tuesday, but they insisted we come back on Wednesday, and blocked off an hour for it. (we drive nearly 100 miles one way for all this) Needless to say, we assumed the worst, or they wouldn't put us through driving and taking another day off. We came back today and met with the doctor, who was surprised that we didn't get all this scheduled together the day before, and there was no need for the special meeting :rolleyes:

The test was negative, which is good. That's all that matters. That's the first good news we've had in months. This takes a lot of worry of the future for her and our two daughters.

All in all, I think it's going well, and I'm sure she's going to make it through all this. I just hate to see her go down this road. It's rough.

Thanks for the thoughts and prayers. I trust and I know they are working.

[rhet 2]

Sorry, folks. Haven't had much spare time. Work's picking up again. Doctoring during the day and working at night still.

She had her 2nd to last treatment of Taxotere yesterday, and it went well. Only one more of those to go. (that's the tough one) She's getting some nausea, but not bad. Pretty much just tired all the time. She's sleeping right now.

The genetic test results meeting was a comedy of errors. The cancer center called us and said the results are in, and wanted us to meet with her doctor on Wednesday. We were going there anyway for a treatment on Tuesday, but they insisted we come back on Wednesday, and blocked off an hour for it. (we drive nearly 100 miles one way for all this) Needless to say, we assumed the worst, or they wouldn't put us through driving and taking another day off. We came back today and met with the doctor, who was surprised that we didn't get all this scheduled together the day before, and there was no need for the special meeting :rolleyes:

The test was negative, which is good. That's all that matters. That's the first good news we've had in months. This takes a lot of worry of the future for her and our two daughters.

All in all, I think it's going well, and I'm sure she's going to make it through all this. I just hate to see her go down this road. It's rough.

Thanks for the thoughts and prayers. I trust and I know they are working.

Good news and yet more GREAT news about those test results! And good on you about the business. I know it's exhausting, but it does pay the bills -- and keep you out of trouble with the "idle hands" thing. :clap:

The LORD is surely good to each and every one of us.

And, yes, with Him running the show and you at her side, she WILL make it through all this.

My prayers for you and yours continue.

[JenT]

All in all, I think it's going well, and I'm sure she's going to make it through all this. I just hate to see her go down this road. It's rough.


Curtis, it sounds like you are taking good care of her and all things, I think it makes all the difference that she doesn't have to go down this road alone.

None of us do, God is always there for all of us, but to have someone like you physically holding her hand along the way... it is a tough road, but having you there probably makes a world of difference.

God bless you and Mrs. Curtis and praying the good news keeps coming!

[outfromunder]

Snip:
All in all, I think it's going well, and I'm sure she's going to make it through all this. I just hate to see her go down this road. It's rough.

Thanks for the thoughts and prayers. I trust and I know they are working.

That's good news.
We men would rather take a Mike Tyson haymaker to the chin than watch our loved ones spend one day sick...

JD

[melinda]

Sorry, folks. Haven't had much spare time. Work's picking up again. Doctoring during the day and working at night still.

She had her 2nd to last treatment of Taxotere yesterday, and it went well. Only one more of those to go. (that's the tough one) She's getting some nausea, but not bad. Pretty much just tired all the time. She's sleeping right now.

The genetic test results meeting was a comedy of errors. The cancer center called us and said the results are in, and wanted us to meet with her doctor on Wednesday. We were going there anyway for a treatment on Tuesday, but they insisted we come back on Wednesday, and blocked off an hour for it. (we drive nearly 100 miles one way for all this) Needless to say, we assumed the worst, or they wouldn't put us through driving and taking another day off. We came back today and met with the doctor, who was surprised that we didn't get all this scheduled together the day before, and there was no need for the special meeting :rolleyes:

The test was negative, which is good. That's all that matters. That's the first good news we've had in months. This takes a lot of worry of the future for her and our two daughters.

All in all, I think it's going well, and I'm sure she's going to make it through all this. I just hate to see her go down this road. It's rough.

Thanks for the thoughts and prayers. I trust and I know they are working.


again, cowboy, thanks for the update.
I'm sorry you had to make the extra drive on the extra day off....I can't relate to a lot of what you are going through, but as someone who also lives way out in the country, I do understand that one.....but thank God that after fearing the worst, it just turned out to be the "comedy of errors" that you described and that the news was in fact GREAT NEWS!!! So very happy to hear that, a relief for your family when you needed one.
Hang in there, and take care of that cowgirl.....:hug: :hug: :hug:

[jwil59]

Sorry, folks. Haven't had much spare time. Work's picking up again. Doctoring during the day and working at night still.

She had her 2nd to last treatment of Taxotere yesterday, and it went well. Only one more of those to go. (that's the tough one) She's getting some nausea, but not bad. Pretty much just tired all the time. She's sleeping right now.

The genetic test results meeting was a comedy of errors. The cancer center called us and said the results are in, and wanted us to meet with her doctor on Wednesday. We were going there anyway for a treatment on Tuesday, but they insisted we come back on Wednesday, and blocked off an hour for it. (we drive nearly 100 miles one way for all this) Needless to say, we assumed the worst, or they wouldn't put us through driving and taking another day off. We came back today and met with the doctor, who was surprised that we didn't get all this scheduled together the day before, and there was no need for the special meeting :rolleyes:

The test was negative, which is good. That's all that matters. That's the first good news we've had in months. This takes a lot of worry of the future for her and our two daughters.

All in all, I think it's going well, and I'm sure she's going to make it through all this. I just hate to see her go down this road. It's rough.

Thanks for the thoughts and prayers. I trust and I know they are working.


I am praying for you guys brother and I praise God for this good news.

God is going to honor this service you are giving your wife my friend. Hang tough buddy, we are praying about this

[repchick]

Praying on this my friend.

[curtis123]

Thanks again, everyone. I appreciate it.

Going in again tomorrow for her weekly treatment. This one isn't so bad. She's doing better now, after last week's big dose.

Rollercoaster ride.

[rhet 2]

Thanks again, everyone. I appreciate it.

Going in again tomorrow for her weekly treatment. This one isn't so bad. She's doing better now, after last week's big dose.

Rollercoaster ride.

Isn't it just that!

Glad she's balanced out from last week. Praying for tomorrow.

[Calibabe]

Thanks, everyone. It means a lot.

I know I'm probably overreacting a bit. I can face and accept pretty much everything God and the world can throw at me, personally. Most times, I deserve it. But I have a hard time accepting my bride facing this.

I just buried a long-time employee of mine two weeks ago, lost to esophageal cancer. I've had two other employees of mine that have had breast cancer and went through chemotherapy over the last couple of years, one had to go through it twice, my mother-in-law last year and another friend of mine is battling it right now. I hear the word "cancer" now, and it doesn't bring up any positive thoughts.

Hopefully, this is nothing but a cyst, and with support from friends like you, we'll be breathing a sigh of relief soon.

I can feel for you when you say that when you hear the word cancer that it doesn't bring positive thoughts. For me I lost my Dad who would have been 70 this Aug 14 to colon cancer on Sept 7 2004. I have learned to hate the disease. I have been in the medical field for and worked for a doctor who did breast cancer and colon cancer. So my mind knew all the facts and while mentally I understood it, I was waiting for someone to explain it to my heart that was literally breaking in two. So I know from where you come.

I will pray that this is nothing more than a scare. However since your mother-in-law is battling breast cancer that makes your wife have a better than 50% chance of contracting the disease in her lifetime. But it is not the death sentence it was years ago. I have known several patients that while they still have the cancer they are still going strong and doing quite well and going through their treatments.

My heart goes out to you and your wife and like I said I pray that it is nothing more than a benign lump that will be the best news. God bless you both.

[Calibabe]

Hey Folks -
Not much to update. She's in her 3rd week of chemo now. Once a month, there's a triple-dose of chemo they'll give her, that's coming next week. They're concerned about her immune system, so we're being careful of exposure to anything right now. They gave her a shot to keep her white blood cell count up. $4,500 a dose! Thank God for health insurance.
Her hair started falling out already, so she asked me to shave it off for her last night. That was tough. She's still gorgeous, though.

If that is not love then I don't know what it is. I had my scare and when I found a lump a few years back and my husband said that if my hair fell out he would shave his head. Well that just made me ball like a baby. He was serious. Thankfully after all the testing came back everything turned out fine.

I am so sorry that you are having to go through this but wow, I can feel how much you love her every time you write. That and faith will get you both through this. I will certainly keep you and your wife in my prayers and add you to my rosary. My list is two pages long so far so one more set of names is not going to make it any longer for me to go through.

God bless you both. :hug:

[jwil59]

Thanks again, everyone. I appreciate it.

Going in again tomorrow for her weekly treatment. This one isn't so bad. She's doing better now, after last week's big dose.

Rollercoaster ride.

We are praying hard buddy. Hang in there man

[itsrea]

Thanks again, everyone. I appreciate it.

Going in again tomorrow for her weekly treatment. This one isn't so bad. She's doing better now, after last week's big dose.

Rollercoaster ride.I've worn the T-shirt (((Curtis))) so know how it goes for you being the caretaker.. my prayers are for the both of you. Hang onto the Lord there guy.

[rhet 2]

Tuesday, folks.

Mrs. C is getting tormented and tortured again.

PRAY!

[curtis123]

Tuesday, folks.

Mrs. C is getting tormented and tortured again.

PRAY!

Today won't be so bad, but thanks, please do. The weekly ones are a piece of cake, compared to the taxotere every 3rd week.

A friend of hers is taking her today, so I have the day off.

Talked to a friend of ours last week that has been battling cancer for 6 years now. All the treatments he's done haven't done much, but keep it from spreading. His attitude is amazing. He refuses to let cancer stop him, or even slow him down. God bless him, he's already won.

[melinda]

Today won't be so bad, but thanks, please do. The weekly ones are a piece of cake, compared to the taxotere every 3rd week.

A friend of hers is taking her today, so I have the day off.

Talked to a friend of ours last week that has been battling cancer for 6 years now. All the treatments he's done haven't done much, but keep it from spreading. His attitude is amazing. He refuses to let cancer stop him, or even slow him down. God bless him, he's already won.

and God puts those people on this Earth to bless the rest of us and to remind us of what is truly important.......:)

thanks for sharing this.

[curtis123]

Live from the chemo room...
We postponed yesterday's treatment so we could get the kids off to the first day of school.

Today is her final taxotere treatment. Big hurdle, but much more to go.

Doc's are arranging for her surgery in about 3 weeks. She has to have a full bilateral (double) mastectomy, followed by 6 weeks of radiation. She's cool with it, and so am I, if it means no reoccurrances.

Continued prayers for her are appreciated.

Also, while you have god's ear, put in a good word for my bud, melvin, who was kicked by a horse on sunday night. Crushed the right side of his ribcage, broke 5 ribs,his sternum and ruptured his liver...ow!

He's at home recovering now. One tough cowboy.

[melinda]

prayers for the cowgirl and for Melvin. of course....and for you too. :)

[rhet 2]

Live from the chemo room...
We postponed yesterday's treatment so we could get the kids off to the first day of school.

Today is her final taxotere treatment. Big hurdle, but much more to go.

Doc's are arranging for her surgery in about 3 weeks. She has to have a full bilateral (double) mastectomy, followed by 6 weeks of radiation. She's cool with it, and so am I, if it means no reoccurrances.

Continued prayers for her are appreciated.

Also, while you have god's ear, put in a good word for my bud, melvin, who was kicked by a horse on sunday night. Crushed the right side of his ribcage, broke 5 ribs,his sternum and ruptured his liver...ow!

He's at home recovering now. One tough cowboy.

OUCH!

Mrs. C and Melvin are both in my prayers.

And the kiddos for a strong and positive beginning of their next year.

[curtis123]

Thanks, folks. I got her home and napping right now. While we were gone, some people "broke" into our house and decorated it with flowers and balloons for her on her last day of chemo. Made her day.

My buddy Melvin's doing okay too, however his wife told me he sneezed today and passed out from the pain. I can only imagine. Poor guy. I've seen people get kicked many times, but, man, that mare connected. For a time, I thought we had lost him.

[rhet 2]

Thanks, folks. I got her home and napping right now. While we were gone, some people "broke" into our house and decorated it with flowers and balloons for her on her last day of chemo. Made her day.

My buddy Melvin's doing okay too, however his wife told me he sneezed today and passed out from the pain. I can only imagine. Poor guy. I've seen people get kicked many times, but, man, that mare connected. For a time, I thought we had lost him.

I'm glad she's resting. What a wonderful bunch of friends you have got to commit so splendid a "crime" of love.

Poor Melvin. Must have landed exactly right to do so much damage. I pray he heals quickly -- and sneezes very seldom while doing so.

[jwil59]

Live from the chemo room...
We postponed yesterday's treatment so we could get the kids off to the first day of school.

Today is her final taxotere treatment. Big hurdle, but much more to go.

Doc's are arranging for her surgery in about 3 weeks. She has to have a full bilateral (double) mastectomy, followed by 6 weeks of radiation. She's cool with it, and so am I, if it means no reoccurrances.

Continued prayers for her are appreciated.

Also, while you have god's ear, put in a good word for my bud, melvin, who was kicked by a horse on sunday night. Crushed the right side of his ribcage, broke 5 ribs,his sternum and ruptured his liver...ow!

He's at home recovering now. One tough cowboy.

I am praying for her Curtis, every day buddy. Hang tough bro.

praying for Melvin's recovery as well. I have been kicked and stepped on by horses too, that hurts like hell

[jwil59]

Thanks, folks. I got her home and napping right now. While we were gone, some people "broke" into our house and decorated it with flowers and balloons for her on her last day of chemo. Made her day.

My buddy Melvin's doing okay too, however his wife told me he sneezed today and passed out from the pain. I can only imagine. Poor guy. I've seen people get kicked many times, but, man, that mare connected. For a time, I thought we had lost him.

I am glad she is doing as well as can be expected man. Continued prayer for sure.

[curtis123]

Well, my bride goes in for surgery on Wednesday. Bilateral Mastectomy, and removal of some lymph nodes. A radical thing to do, but we want to make sure this is the last time we go through this. All I care about is that I can grow old with her.

She's understandably nervous right now, as she's getting ready. I'm trying to reassure her the best I can, but there's no getting around it. It's a scary thing.

I'll be gone for a while, as she'll probably be in the hospital 'til the weekend.

Wish us well, and thank you for all the thoughts and prayers.

[rhet 2]

Well, my bride goes in for surgery on Wednesday. Bilateral Mastectomy, and removal of some lymph nodes. A radical thing to do, but we want to make sure this is the last time we go through this. All I care about is that I can grow old with her.

She's understandably nervous right now, as she's getting ready. I'm trying to reassure her the best I can, but there's no getting around it. It's a scary thing.

I'll be gone for a while, as she'll probably be in the hospital 'til the weekend.

Wish us well, and thank you for all the thoughts and prayers.

Until we hear from you again -- no rush, dear one, your place is with your Lady, not tapping out messages on a keyboard, and we can bide the time till you have opportunity -- our prayers for your entire family that the LORD shall grant that wish for a long life in each other's arms!

[repchick]

Well, my bride goes in for surgery on Wednesday. Bilateral Mastectomy, and removal of some lymph nodes. A radical thing to do, but we want to make sure this is the last time we go through this. All I care about is that I can grow old with her.

She's understandably nervous right now, as she's getting ready. I'm trying to reassure her the best I can, but there's no getting around it. It's a scary thing.

I'll be gone for a while, as she'll probably be in the hospital 'til the weekend.

Wish us well, and thank you for all the thoughts and prayers.

I wish you and your wife and family well. I had this done and I will tell you it is not fun. She will need help with drains and bathing for a while but it will get better with time.

It can be a very emotional thing to .

[nortman]

Well, my bride goes in for surgery on Wednesday. Bilateral Mastectomy, and removal of some lymph nodes. A radical thing to do, but we want to make sure this is the last time we go through this. All I care about is that I can grow old with her.

She's understandably nervous right now, as she's getting ready. I'm trying to reassure her the best I can, but there's no getting around it. It's a scary thing.

I'll be gone for a while, as she'll probably be in the hospital 'til the weekend.

Wish us well, and thank you for all the thoughts and prayers.
I hope all goes well with her surgery. The daughter of a friend at church just went through a bilateral mastectomy after chemo and did very well. When they did the pathology, it was negative. It looks as if the original surgery and the chemo took care of everything. I hope that is what they find with Mrs 123.

[JenT]

Will be praying for her and thanking God she has a husband that cares as you do!

Somehow that just blesses me to hear.

[jwil59]

Well, my bride goes in for surgery on Wednesday. Bilateral Mastectomy, and removal of some lymph nodes. A radical thing to do, but we want to make sure this is the last time we go through this. All I care about is that I can grow old with her.

She's understandably nervous right now, as she's getting ready. I'm trying to reassure her the best I can, but there's no getting around it. It's a scary thing.

I'll be gone for a while, as she'll probably be in the hospital 'til the weekend.

Wish us well, and thank you for all the thoughts and prayers.

I am going to be praying about this Curtis.

[jet]

I'll be praying too, Curtis. What a testimony to what marriage is all about. God bless the both of you......

[Reeder]

Curtis, God bless you and your wife! Hang in there and have faith. Remember, "faith is not to have a perfect knowledge of things; therefore if ye have faith ye hope for things which are not seen, which are true." Have faith that your wife will pull through, and that you'll live to be old together!

“Fear not, I am with thee, oh, be not dismayed,
For I am thy God, and will still give thee aid;
I’ll strengthen thee, help thee, and cause thee to stand,
Upheld by My gracious, omnipotent hand."

I'm praying for you guys!

[lsue]

Curtis, you've expected this for some time, so you've already
plowed through the hard parts. Dreading it, and being a bit
nervous is to be expected. Sounds like you all have very good
care going for you with all these treatments, so the surgery
should yield the same. You've made the same decision I would
have made for myself if I were faced with the same problem.
Then, with God's help, you can get back to the business of just
living. I'm glad in reading all your posts that you have realized
how loved you and the Mrs. are. I'm sure it made what you've
been through easier to bear.

Hang in there, we'll wait for good news.

[rhet 2]

Praying with all my heart and mind, my soul stretches out to yours.

We wait with you, counting down the hours, believing and reaching up to the LORD for still another victory on Wednesday, when Wednesday night, you may hold your Bride in your arms again, cuddling together, knowing the darkness has been beaten back away from your dearest treasure on this earth.

And joy will come on Wednesday evening, brightening with each dawn thereafter.

Take heart.

This test of your faith and your love will very soon now be over, behind you, with new beginnings to follow, each and every dawn thereafter.

:pray: So let it be done, LORD. So let it be done. Preserve life and hope and joy. Bring thanksgiving to our hearts. Give us all cause to rejoice and say Amen. :pray:

[JenT]

Well? Been praying all day and a lot of yesterday, (tap tap tap) haven't heard anything yet I guess. Hope the surgery went well.

[JenT]

Praying with all my heart and mind, my soul stretches out to yours.

We wait with you, counting down the hours, believing and reaching up to the LORD for still another victory on Wednesday, when Wednesday night, you may hold your Bride in your arms again, cuddling together, knowing the darkness has been beaten back away from your dearest treasure on this earth.

And joy will come on Wednesday evening, brightening with each dawn thereafter.

Take heart.

This test of your faith and your love will very soon now be over, behind you, with new beginnings to follow, each and every dawn thereafter.

:pray: So let it be done, LORD. So let it be done. Preserve life and hope and joy. Bring thanksgiving to our hearts. Give us all cause to rejoice and say Amen. :pray:


oh ooops, amen

[rhet 2]

oh ooops, amen

:)) I do love you, lady bug. :hug:

[curtis123]

Hi, folks. She made it through. It was tough but it's done. Her lymph nodes came out clear, so that's good. Once she's done recouperating, then she starts radiation.

She has a very weak stomach for needles, and she fainted when they were putting an IV in her foot, but other than that, it went alright. She's heavily sedated right now and starting to recover, but it's going to be a while. She'll be in the hospital for a couple of days.

I'm back at the hotel right now, with a sandwich and a little general anesthesia of my own. I'm ready to crash.

I can't thank you all enough for all the thoughts and prayers. She means the world to me, and I appreciate you thinking of her.

[rhet 2]

Hi, folks. She made it through. It was tough but it's done. Her lymph nodes came out clear, so that's good. Once she's done recouperating, then she starts radiation.

She has a very weak stomach for needles, and she fainted when they were putting an IV in her foot, but other than that, it went alright. She's heavily sedated right now and starting to recover, but it's going to be a while. She'll be in the hospital for a couple of days.

I'm back at the hotel right now, with a sandwich and a little general anesthesia of my own. I'm ready to crash.

I can't thank you all enough for all the thoughts and prayers. She means the world to me, and I appreciate you thinking of her.

The LORD is so totally GOOD to us! That is SUPER news about the lymph nodes! :clap:

Sleep. Tomorrow is a long day. Angels guard you both, and the LORD send blessed healing dreams.

Prayers continue.

[jwil59]

Hi, folks. She made it through. It was tough but it's done. Her lymph nodes came out clear, so that's good. Once she's done recouperating, then she starts radiation.

She has a very weak stomach for needles, and she fainted when they were putting an IV in her foot, but other than that, it went alright. She's heavily sedated right now and starting to recover, but it's going to be a while. She'll be in the hospital for a couple of days.

I'm back at the hotel right now, with a sandwich and a little general anesthesia of my own. I'm ready to crash.

I can't thank you all enough for all the thoughts and prayers. She means the world to me, and I appreciate you thinking of her.

Praise God it went well

I am still praying for you guys

[Dragon1963]

My prayers go out to you and your wife.

[repchick]

Hi, folks. She made it through. It was tough but it's done. Her lymph nodes came out clear, so that's good. Once she's done recouperating, then she starts radiation.

She has a very weak stomach for needles, and she fainted when they were putting an IV in her foot, but other than that, it went alright. She's heavily sedated right now and starting to recover, but it's going to be a while. She'll be in the hospital for a couple of days.

I'm back at the hotel right now, with a sandwich and a little general anesthesia of my own. I'm ready to crash.

I can't thank you all enough for all the thoughts and prayers. She means the world to me, and I appreciate you thinking of her.

I've been praying on this Curtis.

The lymph nodes being clear is wonderful news.

I 'll be praying for a swift recovery . Most of the hard part is over now.

I know it's a little to early but after they remove her stiches and drains look for a good massage therapist. I had one and she did me a world of good. Helps with the side affects of chemo and surgery. It's also something that makes you feel a little special and helps with the emotionial aspect of the whole thing.

[JenT]

I've been praying on this Curtis.

The lymph nodes being clear is wonderful news.

I 'll be praying for a swift recovery . Most of the hard part is over now.

I know it's a little to early but after they remove her stiches and drains look for a good massage therapist. I had one and she did me a world of good. Helps with the side affects of chemo and surgery. It's also something that makes you feel a little special and helps with the emotionial aspect of the whole thing.

Repchick, if I'm ever sick like this I hope you're around to tell me things like this, I'd be so clueless and just typing with someone who's been through this, what a blessing you must be to many!

Curtis, so happy for you! That is great news! And somehow it heals something in me to hear such devotion to your wife. I guess it's that there are great men out there (I'll have to stop trying to beat up on Drew :))

So glad to hear the lymphnodes were clear, PTL!! Will keep praying, thanks for letting us know!

[curtis123]

Everyone here has been wonderful. Thank you everyone. prayer, and knowing someone is praying for you makes a difference.

Thanks RepChick, I'll tell her about the massage. She goes to a massage therapist regularly anyway, but hasn't been there for a while. I'll suggest it.

Going to go see her now. I'll give you guys an update later.

[repchick]

Repchick, if I'm ever sick like this I hope you're around to tell me things like this, I'd be so clueless and just typing with someone who's been through this, what a blessing you must be to many!

Curtis, so happy for you! That is great news! And somehow it heals something in me to hear such devotion to your wife. I guess it's that there are great men out there (I'll have to stop trying to beat up on Drew :))

So glad to hear the lymphnodes were clear, PTL!! Will keep praying, thanks for letting us know!

JenT , If you ever ever need my help let me know. I hope and pray you never do though. :hug:

[jwil59]

Everyone here has been wonderful. Thank you everyone. prayer, and knowing someone is praying for you makes a difference.

Thanks RepChick, I'll tell her about the massage. She goes to a massage therapist regularly anyway, but hasn't been there for a while. I'll suggest it.

Going to go see her now. I'll give you guys an update later.

I pray she is having as good a day as possible.

[curtis123]

Got her home, and she's doing well. Sleeping right now. She wasn't sleeping well at the hospital, so I think it's good for her to be in our own bed. And it's just good to be home.

Our house was "broken into" again, while we were gone. Perpetrators put flowers in our house and a whole bunch of quick meals in the freezer. God bless 'em.

Thanks again.

[Reeder]

Got her home, and she's doing well. Sleeping right now. She wasn't sleeping well at the hospital, so I think it's good for her to be in our own bed. And it's just good to be home.

Our house was "broken into" again, while we were gone. Perpetrators put flowers in our house and a whole bunch of quick meals in the freezer. God bless 'em.

Thanks again.

Great news, curtis!

Curse those blasted "perpetrators!" :)

[repchick]

Got her home, and she's doing well. Sleeping right now. She wasn't sleeping well at the hospital, so I think it's good for her to be in our own bed. And it's just good to be home.

Our house was "broken into" again, while we were gone. Perpetrators put flowers in our house and a whole bunch of quick meals in the freezer. God bless 'em.

Thanks again.

Yep, hospital beds suck I was soo glad to get home in my nice soft bed. I'm sure she will sleep better.

Thank the Lord for those intruders. :hug:

[curtis123]

We're doing a little better now. We had a good weekend for her to recouperate after the surgery. Pawned the kids off on my folks, so she slept a lot the last few days, which is good.

She can't get in and out of bed just yet, so I'm staying home to help her out all this week.

Every time I change the dressing on her inscisions, it's pretty emotional for her. She's handled everything relatively well, except for seeing for herself the outcome of the surgery. It's a shock to her. She's planning on having reconstructive surgery after radiation, so I try to keep reminding her of that and to keep looking forward. At least we have a forward to look to, now.

Thank you all again for all the thoughts and prayers.

[rhet 2]

We're doing a little better now. We had a good weekend for her to recouperate after the surgery. Pawned the kids off on my folks, so she slept a lot the last few days, which is good.

She can't get in and out of bed just yet, so I'm staying home to help her out all this week.

Every time I change the dressing on her inscisions, it's pretty emotional for her. She's handled everything relatively well, except for seeing for herself the outcome of the surgery. It's a shock to her. She's planning on having reconstructive surgery after radiation, so I try to keep reminding her of that and to keep looking forward. At least we have a forward to look to, now.

Thank you all again for all the thoughts and prayers.

Oh, how blessed you two are in each other! I pray the shock and dismay soon dissipates in the strength of your loyalty and love.

And I join Repchick in blessing your "burglars." And the grandparents. There is no substitute for close friends and family during such trials. Nor a substitute for a loving and faithful spouse who knows exactly what those words, "in sickness and in health," meant and abides by them.

Salute and prayers for continued healing and quick restoration of your normal family life.

[jwil59]

We're doing a little better now. We had a good weekend for her to recouperate after the surgery. Pawned the kids off on my folks, so she slept a lot the last few days, which is good.

She can't get in and out of bed just yet, so I'm staying home to help her out all this week.

Every time I change the dressing on her inscisions, it's pretty emotional for her. She's handled everything relatively well, except for seeing for herself the outcome of the surgery. It's a shock to her. She's planning on having reconstructive surgery after radiation, so I try to keep reminding her of that and to keep looking forward. At least we have a forward to look to, now.

Thank you all again for all the thoughts and prayers.

I am praying for her Curtis, and you too bro.

hang in man

[repchick]

We're doing a little better now. We had a good weekend for her to recouperate after the surgery. Pawned the kids off on my folks, so she slept a lot the last few days, which is good.

She can't get in and out of bed just yet, so I'm staying home to help her out all this week.

Every time I change the dressing on her inscisions, it's pretty emotional for her. She's handled everything relatively well, except for seeing for herself the outcome of the surgery. It's a shock to her. She's planning on having reconstructive surgery after radiation, so I try to keep reminding her of that and to keep looking forward. At least we have a forward to look to, now.

Thank you all again for all the thoughts and prayers.

It is a shock, Hard to look at yourself that way. I know exactly how she feels . I didn't opt for recostruction. It's a personal choice.
I will be praying for the emotional feelings to ease.

Curtis she does not feel like she is the woman she was before. Part of her sexuality is gone. I know you are the best and most lovable husband you can be but this is something she will have to come to terms with. Not easy , this I will tell you. Time will heal her but patience will be her best friend. This whole process is tough.

[melinda]

Got her home, and she's doing well. Sleeping right now. She wasn't sleeping well at the hospital, so I think it's good for her to be in our own bed. And it's just good to be home.

Our house was "broken into" again, while we were gone. Perpetrators put flowers in our house and a whole bunch of quick meals in the freezer. God bless 'em.

Thanks again.

you have me crying over here, Curtis....I mean actual tears in my eyes. for your wife, for you and for your neighbors............

[melinda]

It is a shock, Hard to look at yourself that way. I know exactly how she feels . I didn't opt for recostruction. It's a personal choice.
I will be praying for the emotional feelings to ease.

Curtis she does not feel like she is the woman she was before. Part of her sexuality is gone. I know you are the best and most lovable husband you can be but this is something she will have to come to terms with. Not easy , this I will tell you. Time will heal her but patience will be her best friend. This whole process is tough.

I can't even imagine the shock of it all...........but curtis, listen to repchick....she's been there.

[bella-day]

We're doing a little better now. We had a good weekend for her to recouperate after the surgery. Pawned the kids off on my folks, so she slept a lot the last few days, which is good.

She can't get in and out of bed just yet, so I'm staying home to help her out all this week.

Every time I change the dressing on her inscisions, it's pretty emotional for her. She's handled everything relatively well, except for seeing for herself the outcome of the surgery. It's a shock to her. She's planning on having reconstructive surgery after radiation, so I try to keep reminding her of that and to keep looking forward. At least we have a forward to look to, now.

Thank you all again for all the thoughts and prayers.

I haven't visited the OO forum much recently.
You and you bride have been through so much since my last visit.

It has to be such a relief to have her home.

Neither of you have not left my prayers Curtis.

Prayers continue for you and your wife.

Take care of yourself my friend.:hug:

[curtis123]

She's starting to get up and about the house these days. Very, very depressed at times, though. She's been visiting with some survivors like her, and that helps. I took her for a walk outside for some sunshine yesterday. Had to talk her into it, but it did her a world of good, I think

Her sister's getting married today, and she can't make the wedding, which adds to the downer. She could, but doesn't want to go there with drain tubes sticking out of her. Her mother and I have tried to come up with some solutions, but she's too self-concious about them. She was supposed to be the Maid of Honor. Our daughter will be filling in for her.

All things considered, she's doing well. Better than she thinks, actually. She should be able to get her drainage tubes out on Monday, and that will help a lot.

Next stop, radiation treatments, then hopefully a clean pathology report.

Thank you again for the thoughts and prayers. She's going to make it.

[rhet 2]

She's starting to get up and about the house these days. Very, very depressed at times, though. She's been visiting with some survivors like her, and that helps. I took her for a walk outside for some sunshine yesterday. Had to talk her into it, but it did her a world of good, I think

Her sister's getting married today, and she can't make the wedding, which adds to the downer. She could, but doesn't want to go there with drain tubes sticking out of her. Her mother and I have tried to come up with some solutions, but she's too self-concious about them. She was supposed to be the Maid of Honor. Our daughter will be filling in for her.

All things considered, she's doing well. Better than she thinks, actually. She should be able to get her drainage tubes out on Monday, and that will help a lot.

Next stop, radiation treatments, then hopefully a clean pathology report.

Thank you again for the thoughts and prayers. She's going to make it.

Together, you're all going to make it.

Good that she's talking with other survivors. Talk to Repchick. She's a survivor, too, a really special lady, and can tell you what the depression is all about and how you can help counter it. Though I think you already are.

And we'll be praying for the chemo -- and for the restoration of her self-esteem and self-confidence -- and your own continued strength.

You're a pillar of hope and strength for her right now. A good man to have around, yes, indeed.

God bless all of you.

[melinda]

She's starting to get up and about the house these days. Very, very depressed at times, though. She's been visiting with some survivors like her, and that helps. I took her for a walk outside for some sunshine yesterday. Had to talk her into it, but it did her a world of good, I think

Her sister's getting married today, and she can't make the wedding, which adds to the downer. She could, but doesn't want to go there with drain tubes sticking out of her. Her mother and I have tried to come up with some solutions, but she's too self-concious about them. She was supposed to be the Maid of Honor. Our daughter will be filling in for her.

All things considered, she's doing well. Better than she thinks, actually. She should be able to get her drainage tubes out on Monday, and that will help a lot.

Next stop, radiation treatments, then hopefully a clean pathology report.

Thank you again for the thoughts and prayers. She's going to make it.

what rhet said.....
she always says things so wonderfully.
it ain't been easy, but y'all are getting there. my heart, my thoughts and my prayers go out to your cowgirl and the entire family.
(that is really sweet of your daughter filling in at the wedding. sad and hard, but very very sweet.)

[repchick]

She's starting to get up and about the house these days. Very, very depressed at times, though. She's been visiting with some survivors like her, and that helps. I took her for a walk outside for some sunshine yesterday. Had to talk her into it, but it did her a world of good, I think

Her sister's getting married today, and she can't make the wedding, which adds to the downer. She could, but doesn't want to go there with drain tubes sticking out of her. Her mother and I have tried to come up with some solutions, but she's too self-concious about them. She was supposed to be the Maid of Honor. Our daughter will be filling in for her.

All things considered, she's doing well. Better than she thinks, actually. She should be able to get her drainage tubes out on Monday, and that will help a lot.

Next stop, radiation treatments, then hopefully a clean pathology report.

Thank you again for the thoughts and prayers. She's going to make it.

Getting her outside is good. A walk or a drive somewhere that she doesn't have to be around a lot of people.

Getting the drains out makes things easier. I wore my husbands button up shirts and pinned the drains to the inside, It makes it more comfortable and easy to tend. I don't know how many drains she has but all in all it took 3 wks before my last drain could be removed.

[jwil59]

She's starting to get up and about the house these days. Very, very depressed at times, though. She's been visiting with some survivors like her, and that helps. I took her for a walk outside for some sunshine yesterday. Had to talk her into it, but it did her a world of good, I think

Her sister's getting married today, and she can't make the wedding, which adds to the downer. She could, but doesn't want to go there with drain tubes sticking out of her. Her mother and I have tried to come up with some solutions, but she's too self-concious about them. She was supposed to be the Maid of Honor. Our daughter will be filling in for her.

All things considered, she's doing well. Better than she thinks, actually. She should be able to get her drainage tubes out on Monday, and that will help a lot.

Next stop, radiation treatments, then hopefully a clean pathology report.

Thank you again for the thoughts and prayers. She's going to make it.

Yes she is.......

I am praying for you guys

[repchick]

Curtis, Depression can be overwhelming eventhough we know the ones around us love us dearly. Between the treatment and the surgery we feel sapped. Unable to be a good wife and mother. Moms and wives are supposed to take care of the family not be taken care of.

It's very depressing to see our day consists of only being able to do the basic things for ourselves and not have enough left to offer anyone else.

I've been through this twice in the last 24 months. I'm doing well now .

I will tell you that if the depression seems to be a problem have a talk with her Doc they can help with these problems. Don't let her fall into a black hole.

Prayers going out.

[curtis123]

Curtis, Depression can be overwhelming eventhough we know the ones around us love us dearly. Between the treatment and the surgery we feel sapped. Unable to be a good wife and mother. Moms and wives are supposed to take care of the family not be taken care of.

It's very depressing to see our day consists of only being able to do the basic things for ourselves and not have enough left to offer anyone else.

I've been through this twice in the last 24 months. I'm doing well now .

I will tell you that if the depression seems to be a problem have a talk with her Doc they can help with these problems. Don't let her fall into a black hole.

Prayers going out.

You, and lots of other women like you have been a HUGE help to her. A couple of her nurses were still in the process of the same procedures, and she visits with them regularly. You're so willing to help out, and that means a lot to her, and the people around her (me). Thanks.

We had a great weekend at her sister's wedding. At the last minute, I talked her into going. We seached the closet until she was happy with something, and I took her to the wedding. I think her sister was even happier to see her. Our daughter stood up for her at the altar, but at least she got to see it, and I even danced with her at the reception. Slowly and carefully.

That did her a world of good, and everyone was glad to see her there.

Thanks again.

[melinda]

You, and lots of other women like you have been a HUGE help to her. A couple of her nurses were still in the process of the same procedures, and she visits with them regularly. You're so willing to help out, and that means a lot to her, and the people around her (me). Thanks.

We had a great weekend at her sister's wedding. At the last minute, I talked her into going. We seached the closet until she was happy with something, and I took her to the wedding. I think her sister was even happier to see her. Our daughter stood up for her at the altar, but at least she got to see it, and I even danced with her at the reception. Slowly and carefully.

That did her a world of good, and everyone was glad to see her there.

Thanks again.
curtis, I am so glad that she was able to go to that wedding....I know it meant a lot to her, to you, to her sister, to your kids....and to everyone!! that's wonderful to hear.

[repchick]

You, and lots of other women like you have been a HUGE help to her. A couple of her nurses were still in the process of the same procedures, and she visits with them regularly. You're so willing to help out, and that means a lot to her, and the people around her (me). Thanks.

We had a great weekend at her sister's wedding. At the last minute, I talked her into going. We seached the closet until she was happy with something, and I took her to the wedding. I think her sister was even happier to see her. Our daughter stood up for her at the altar, but at least she got to see it, and I even danced with her at the reception. Slowly and carefully.

That did her a world of good, and everyone was glad to see her there.

Thanks again.

Any time ,any time.

Soo glad she went to the wedding. That will help keep her spirits up.

Give her a big hug for me .:hug: oh hell give her two!!!! :hug::hug:

[JenT]

Any time ,any time.

Soo glad she went to the wedding. That will help keep her spirits up.

Give her a big hug for me .:hug: oh hell give her two!!!! :hug::hug:

This is great news curtis, thank you!

[jwil59]

You, and lots of other women like you have been a HUGE help to her. A couple of her nurses were still in the process of the same procedures, and she visits with them regularly. You're so willing to help out, and that means a lot to her, and the people around her (me). Thanks.

We had a great weekend at her sister's wedding. At the last minute, I talked her into going. We seached the closet until she was happy with something, and I took her to the wedding. I think her sister was even happier to see her. Our daughter stood up for her at the altar, but at least she got to see it, and I even danced with her at the reception. Slowly and carefully.

That did her a world of good, and everyone was glad to see her there.

Thanks again.

I am happy that you guys got to go to the wedding. That is just great.

I am praying for her

[rhet 2]

You, and lots of other women like you have been a HUGE help to her. A couple of her nurses were still in the process of the same procedures, and she visits with them regularly. You're so willing to help out, and that means a lot to her, and the people around her (me). Thanks.

We had a great weekend at her sister's wedding. At the last minute, I talked her into going. We seached the closet until she was happy with something, and I took her to the wedding. I think her sister was even happier to see her. Our daughter stood up for her at the altar, but at least she got to see it, and I even danced with her at the reception. Slowly and carefully.

That did her a world of good, and everyone was glad to see her there.

Thanks again.

:clap:

One more step in the right direction!

wonderful that you were able to get her to go!

and that dance meant the world to her, too.

prayers continue

And this time, the prayers contain even more thanks to the Almighty for the wonders He is working for your family.

[curtis123]

My bride's gaining some strength and getting better every day. She finally got the drainage tubes out of her this week. I thought she was going to skip out the door of the clinic afterwards. Big relief to get those out. Her mood is greatly improved, too. I was really starting to get worried about her depression.

She's getting in/out of bed herself and even dressing herself now, but I'm trying to keep her at a slow pace , so she doesn't overdo it.

One of our shared hobbies is roasting coffee beans, and all week long she's been roasting coffee to keep busy, so our house smells wonderful. :D

There's a benefit for a 14-month old boy in our community who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma when a newborn, so we're donating a bunch of freshly-roasted coffee for the auction. Smells like it'll bring a good price! You could pray for him, too, if you would. His name is Adam, and so far, he's responding well to treatments.

[rhet 2]

My bride's gaining some strength and getting better every day. She finally got the drainage tubes out of her this week. I thought she was going to skip out the door of the clinic afterwards. Big relief to get those out. Her mood is greatly improved, too. I was really starting to get worried about her depression.

She's getting in/out of bed herself and even dressing herself now, but I'm trying to keep her at a slow pace , so she doesn't overdo it.

One of our shared hobbies is roasting coffee beans, and all week long she's been roasting coffee to keep busy, so our house smells wonderful. :D

There's a benefit for a 14-month old boy in our community who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma when a newborn, so we're donating a bunch of freshly-roasted coffee for the auction. Smells like it'll bring a good price! You could pray for him, too, if you would. His name is Adam, and so far, he's responding well to treatments.


:pray:

LORD, see Adam? Don't You think that 14 months is just a tad bit young for this sort of messy hurting?

YOU fixed Mrs. C. Now, please, FIX LITTLE ADAM TOO.

And thanks for both Mrs. C's erergy and hope and positive moving forward mental attitude. And for the coffee beans. May she make a TON of money to help cover Adam's expenses.

And, while I'm at it, thanks for a community full of generous, loving, caring people. Put a special guard fence around the entire place, would You? And then let other communities look over the fence, see the possibilites and start making their own worlds more like Mr. C's.

Amen, LORD, in God We Trust.

[curtis123]

Thanks, rhet, you're an angel.

[Hadassah]

Curtis, I am sooooo thrilled to read this!!!! God is good, indeed!!!!

[repchick]

I know what it's like to get those tubes out. I carried one in my pocket for weeks . We started calling it my Puppy. He would not give up.:D

Tell her I am a sister in her battle and I'm sending prayers up for all of you and friends and neighbors. :hug::hug::pray::pray:

[bella-day]

My bride's gaining some strength and getting better every day. She finally got the drainage tubes out of her this week. I thought she was going to skip out the door of the clinic afterwards. Big relief to get those out. Her mood is greatly improved, too. I was really starting to get worried about her depression.

She's getting in/out of bed herself and even dressing herself now, but I'm trying to keep her at a slow pace , so she doesn't overdo it.

One of our shared hobbies is roasting coffee beans, and all week long she's been roasting coffee to keep busy, so our house smells wonderful. :D

There's a benefit for a 14-month old boy in our community who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma when a newborn, so we're donating a bunch of freshly-roasted coffee for the auction. Smells like it'll bring a good price! You could pray for him, too, if you would. His name is Adam, and so far, he's responding well to treatments.


Great news regarding your bride's progress. You post brings a smile to my face simply because your smile shines through.

Prayers for you and your bride continue and now Adam and his family have been added to my prayer list.

[curtis123]

I know what it's like to get those tubes out. I carried one in my pocket for weeks . We started calling it my Puppy. He would not give up.:D

Tell her I am a sister in her battle and I'm sending prayers up for all of you and friends and neighbors. :hug::hug::pray::pray:


She called them her drums. She said it felt like the surgery wasn't done until then. I can see why.

There's a whole sisterhood in that area, I'm seeing. Lots of good support for her, and people like her need it. It's been the best help to her of all.

She's a public speaker of sorts and she's done a couple of engagements since she was diagnosed, and she's being asked to speak to groups about cancer now. It's still kind of a tough thing to speak about right now, but she's building up to it.

[repchick]

She called them her drums. She said it felt like the surgery wasn't done until then. I can see why.

There's a whole sisterhood in that area, I'm seeing. Lots of good support for her, and people like her need it. It's been the best help to her of all.

She's a public speaker of sorts and she's done a couple of engagements since she was diagnosed, and she's being asked to speak to groups about cancer now. It's still kind of a tough thing to speak about right now, but she's building up to it.

Talking about this is the best medicine. I still find it hard to talk about sometimes. But you never know how much good you have done for someone.

Yep, we are a sisterhood.

This is something I posted in the Cancer Thread months ago.


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I wish there was a pictoral on women going through chemo. I swear, losing hair gives them a strength, a power, a beauty...I just can't describe. Maybe I project a little, but I am "good with vibes" and I can feel them coming into their own in a way women who haven't faced the struggles you've faced, sometimes don't, won't, can't....hard to explain. Does that make sense at all?

What you say does make sense. The first time I walked into that chemo room I didn't know what to expect. My husband and the tech. adjusted my recliner and the tech. started my IV.After that I started to relax and look around the room .I was setting in a group with three other women . They started chatting to me as if they knew me personally and I guess in a way they did . They were seeing a reflection of themselves.I knew a that point I was becoming part of something I can only discribe as a sisterhood.
They gave me advice and helped ease my fears . My hair fell out 2 weeks after my first treatment and I became one of those women. It is almost like a right of passage . It is as if the physical fasade is gone and vanity is out the window and you are free to be who you really are.
There were women like me that had already had their mastectomies ,we helped and comforted the ones that had their surgery pending.The ones that were being treated form a recurrence were comforting and and offering advice to all of us .
Yes, it is a sisterhood and it effects many aspects of your life. It makes you reach out to total strangers and try to comfort them . I think it makes you more sensitive to peoples problems. I guess we've learned to laugh at ourselves and find humor and comfort in the most unexpected places.
Maybe this can explain the vibes you are feeling.

I hope all is well with Mr. Gregor. :pray: :pray: :pray:
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[jwil59]

She called them her drums. She said it felt like the surgery wasn't done until then. I can see why.

There's a whole sisterhood in that area, I'm seeing. Lots of good support for her, and people like her need it. It's been the best help to her of all.

She's a public speaker of sorts and she's done a couple of engagements since she was diagnosed, and she's being asked to speak to groups about cancer now. It's still kind of a tough thing to speak about right now, but she's building up to it.

Good for her.....

Contined prayer for you guys

[Lady Liberty]

Curtis, I've offered my small voice up to God on behalf of your family's health and happiness.

Reading this thread has given me the gift of being privy to the love a good man has for his wife. Thank you for that.

This thread has also given the gift of demonstrating how many really good people there are in the world around us. No matter what challenge we are faced with, when we have faith and love we have what we need to find our way through it.

God bless you and your family and bless all the angels that surround you with gratitude and love.

~

[repchick]

Good for her.....

Contined prayer for you guys


Well "J" How are we doing these days my friend.

[jwil59]

Well "J" How are we doing these days my friend.

Feeling very well. I can't complain a bit, blessed beyond comprohension. It humbles me to think I can act the way I do sometimes and God keeps heaping the love on me like there is no tommorrow.

Hope you are well my friend, you are in my prayers

[repchick]

Feeling very well. I can't complain a bit, blessed beyond comprohension. It humbles me to think I can act the way I do sometimes and God keeps heaping the love on me like there is no tommorrow.

Hope you are well my friend, you are in my prayers

Thanks J.

Feel the same as you.

[curtis123]

We're going to the Cancer Center again today, this time to get her "mapped" for radiation treatment. They put little tattoo marks on her, to align the radiation beam.

She's been going for walks outside lately, which is good to see. Normally, we'd take the horses out for some nature time, but she hasn't done that all summer. I think she misses the trail rides, and I miss her going on them with me.

I just took the last of her bandages off. She's still getting used to her new shape. At least she can look at herself in the mirror now, without breaking down. She still wants to have the reconstructive surgery sometime next year. I think it would be good for her self esteem if she did, but if she doesn't, that's okay with me.

P.S. - Our coffee got 160 bucks for Adam!

[bella-day]

It sounds like she is making good progress.

I'm sure your love and support has been a beacon of light and source of strength for her.

Prayers continue in behalf of both of you and Adam as well.

WTG with the fund raiser!

Take care of yourself curtis.:hug:

[JenT]

It sounds like she is making good progress.

I'm sure your love and support has been a beacon of light and source of strength for her.

Prayers continue in behalf of both of you and Adam as well.

WTG with the fund raiser!

Take care of yourself curtis.:hug:

Absolutely, will pray she makes an amazingly fast and complete recovery.

I have a girlfriend went through the same thing and she's amazing. She seems younger and more energetic and beautiful than ever, everything about her that was effected from the chemo looks healthier than before. I wondered if I would go through with it if it was me, but after witnessing her recovery, no question was the right thing to do.

Will keep praying for your bride, Curtis.

[repchick]

We're going to the Cancer Center again today, this time to get her "mapped" for radiation treatment. They put little tattoo marks on her, to align the radiation beam.

She's been going for walks outside lately, which is good to see. Normally, we'd take the horses out for some nature time, but she hasn't done that all summer. I think she misses the trail rides, and I miss her going on them with me.

I just took the last of her bandages off. She's still getting used to her new shape. At least she can look at herself in the mirror now, without breaking down. She still wants to have the reconstructive surgery sometime next year. I think it would be good for her self esteem if she did, but if she doesn't, that's okay with me.

P.S. - Our coffee got 160 bucks for Adam!

I'm glad to hear you say if she has the recon. surgery or not it's OK with you. Some women after all the chemo ,surgery and radiation throw up their hands and say screw it enough is enough.
I was one of those people. Believe me I'm not against recon. surgery. I feel it is a personal choice and each woman must decide for herself. I've just gotten to the point I kind of like not having to fool with bras and so on.

Give her a thumbs up for all that coffee roasting that brought Adam $160.

[jwil59]

We're going to the Cancer Center again today, this time to get her "mapped" for radiation treatment. They put little tattoo marks on her, to align the radiation beam.

She's been going for walks outside lately, which is good to see. Normally, we'd take the horses out for some nature time, but she hasn't done that all summer. I think she misses the trail rides, and I miss her going on them with me.

I just took the last of her bandages off. She's still getting used to her new shape. At least she can look at herself in the mirror now, without breaking down. She still wants to have the reconstructive surgery sometime next year. I think it would be good for her self esteem if she did, but if she doesn't, that's okay with me.

P.S. - Our coffee got 160 bucks for Adam!

It's great to hear you say that about the reconstructive surgery man. Looks like she is progressing nicely.

I am praying for her, and you too. hang tough man

[curtis123]

Haven't done an update on this thread for a while. She's chugging along with radiation and chemo at the same time now, for 4 more weeks.

She's speaking at a Breast Cancer Month event this Saturday. She's got a speech that's pretty good about every day being a new life from now on.

Her hair's starting to come back. Gray, but coming back!

[rhet 2]

Haven't done an update on this thread for a while. She's chugging along with radiation and chemo at the same time now, for 4 more weeks.

She's speaking at a Breast Cancer Month event this Saturday. She's got a speech that's pretty good about every day being a new life from now on.

Her hair's starting to come back. Gray, but coming back!

That's why God invented Lady Clairol. :clap:

She's very right: every single solitary day IS a new life beginning -- and, cancer or no cancer, each and every one of us should live each and every solitary day based on that premise.

So, I'm glad she's using her own survival to teach others how to survive themselves: this is a good thing -- a very good thing! :clap:

Four more weeks, then new tests? I pray the treatments are a full and total victory over her enemy, that the enemy cancer cells shall be destroyed and their last remnant banished from her body forever, never to return. :hug:

[JenT]

sounds like she's in the home stretch and still praying for her. :hug: to Mrs. C!

[jwil59]

Haven't done an update on this thread for a while. She's chugging along with radiation and chemo at the same time now, for 4 more weeks.

She's speaking at a Breast Cancer Month event this Saturday. She's got a speech that's pretty good about every day being a new life from now on.

Her hair's starting to come back. Gray, but coming back!

I am still praying for her Curtis, and you too bro

[curtis123]

Update: My bride continues to do well. Her hair is growing back, she's halfway through radiation and getting a nasty sunburn from it, but it's small price to pay.

We had a reminder that we're not quite out of the woods yet. On wednesday, they did a chest x-ray and found a "shadow". They insist it's probably nothing, but that's what they said about the lump, so it's weighing on our minds these days. We're doing some more tests next week.

I truly appreciate all the thoughts and prayers from all of you. It helps. Thank you.

[rhet 2]

Update: My bride continues to do well. Her hair is growing back, she's halfway through radiation and getting a nasty sunburn from it, but it's small price to pay.

We had a reminder that we're not quite out of the woods yet. On wednesday, they did a chest x-ray and found a "shadow". They insist it's probably nothing, but that's what they said about the lump, so it's weighing on our minds these days. We're doing some more tests next week.

I truly appreciate all the thoughts and prayers from all of you. It helps. Thank you.

May the LORD's own clean pure Light chase all such "shadows" far from your family -- and keep them far away.

Will be praying, friend. Will be praying.

[itsrea]

Update: My bride continues to do well. Her hair is growing back, she's halfway through radiation and getting a nasty sunburn from it, but it's small price to pay.

We had a reminder that we're not quite out of the woods yet. On wednesday, they did a chest x-ray and found a "shadow". They insist it's probably nothing, but that's what they said about the lump, so it's weighing on our minds these days. We're doing some more tests next week.

I truly appreciate all the thoughts and prayers from all of you. It helps. Thank you.Curtis, you and your bride are in my prayers.. may the good Lord ease your minds about that shadow and may treatment continue to be successfu, please Lord.

Hugs,
Rea

[repchick]

I will be praying that this is nothing my friend. Send her my hugs. :hug::hug:

[jwil59]

Update: My bride continues to do well. Her hair is growing back, she's halfway through radiation and getting a nasty sunburn from it, but it's small price to pay.

We had a reminder that we're not quite out of the woods yet. On wednesday, they did a chest x-ray and found a "shadow". They insist it's probably nothing, but that's what they said about the lump, so it's weighing on our minds these days. We're doing some more tests next week.

I truly appreciate all the thoughts and prayers from all of you. It helps. Thank you.


I am glad she is doing as well as can be expected Curtis.

I am praying about that shadow buddy. hang tough bro

[JenT]

Praying for her as well, Curtis, hang in there.

[repchick]

Use A&D ointment on that suunburn.

[curtis123]

Use A&D ointment on that suunburn.

Thanks, she's got some prescription ointment she's using. I don't know if it's any better, but she's using it. She's got 8 more days left, if I'm counting right, so it'll be over soon. As I'm sure you know, the burn is getting progressively worse as we go along and will be downright nasty by the time she's done.

Took her to radiation in a blizzard yesterday. A drive that normally takes us a little over an hour took 2 1/2 hours both ways. All that driving for a 10-minute appointment. Sheesh. But, we do what it takes, right?

We still don't know the status of the anomaly on her x-ray. They don't seem that concerned about it, but we're waiting for some info on that. We were supposed to meet with the nurse about it on friday, but she didn't make it to work, because of the blizzard. (but we drove 180 miles in it...wuss.)

[JenT]

Thanks, she's got some prescription ointment she's using. I don't know if it's any better, but she's using it. She's got 8 more days left, if I'm counting right, so it'll be over soon. As I'm sure you know, the burn is getting progressively worse as we go along and will be downright nasty by the time she's done.

Took her to radiation in a blizzard yesterday. A drive that normally takes us a little over an hour took 2 1/2 hours both ways. All that driving for a 10-minute appointment. Sheesh. But, we do what it takes, right?

We still don't know the status of the anomaly on her x-ray. They don't seem that concerned about it, but we're waiting for some info on that. We were supposed to meet with the nurse about it on friday, but she didn't make it to work, because of the blizzard. (but we drove 180 miles in it...wuss.)

awwww Curtis! How frustrating that must be! I hope you indulged in some way during the trip!

Praying for you and your bride. :hug: