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Wow, Bruce. No wonder your step-daughter picked you to walk her down the aisle!
But you've just gotta respond to this string of messages so everyone ELSE can see the photo without having to go looking for one of your posts just to find it, like I did!
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
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Amy,
Just reading your post makes me tired. I won't even try to offer any advice, but I will offer my good wishes. Hang in there. You're being a great daughter, Mom, wife, and step-mom . . . a caregiver to many. Please find some strength in knowing you've got many friends here, holding you and your family close in our thoughts and prayers.
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
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Our lips are sealed! We sure can't have him thinking something like that!
Thanks for pointing out the need to be sure the info we read is accurate - or at least recent. But I have to wonder . . . obviously, the internet didn't exist back in 1966. It was LONG after that when the information superhighway came around. So WHY would someone put an old article like that on here anyway?!
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
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Oh Fay - I just don't know what to say. But I'm glad I saved some of that tar and feathers, cause I think I need to send it your way for use on your neighbors. Do these people have absolutely no heart? (Stupid question - obviously that's the case.) And your poor little puppy . . . I've been meaning to send a message asking about him, but always failed to remember when I was on-line. Unfortunately, I guess you'll just have to be his seeing-eye "person"!
But most importantly, I'm concerned about the health challenges you're facing. You know there are so many of us praying that it's not mets . . . I just wish there was more we could do.
And I want to thank you for continuing to help me out in trying to help James and his Mom, even during all these trials you're facing. What a testament to your character!
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
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From one corner of the country (almost!) to the opposite corner of the country (almost!) - WELCOME!! Glad to know we've got another friend here, cause you never have too many of those!
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
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Just thought I'd insert something here that Dr. Joe (oncodoc) put on another thread:
"Just an aside, I saw some speculation earlier about hyperthryoidism being connected with lung cancer. I am not familiar with this being reported before but I just saw a new patient yesterday who interestingly enough had radioactive iodine for her thyroid 5 years ago and now has lung cancer. Very interesting, would have never even paid attention to that if you guys hadn't brought it up....."
I was already glad Dr. Joe had joined us, and it's especially good to see that he might be learning something from us as well. Or at least we might be broadening his perspective a bit. Sure hope so, cause he's certainly been a big help here so far!
TeeTaa
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What a relief to see your post . . . you've been in my thoughts so much lately. I'll continue to keep you in my prayers, especially as you await those test results.
Give that little puppy a hug from all of us for taking care of you! And I loved your comment about the birds . . . I too would have found that soothing and life-affirming.
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
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I got this from a Florida friend, who got it from another friend, who got it from another friend, etc. But I believe it was originally in the Orlando Sentinel. It's great to know our friends in the Sunshine State are maintaining their senses of humor!
30 THINGS CHARLEY AND FRANCES (AND I GUESS JEANNE TOO!) TAUGHT US:
1. An oak tree on the ground looks four times bigger than it did standing up.
2. Even after all these years it is still nice to spend time with Colonel Mustard in the ballroom with the lead pipe.
3. When house hunting, look for closets with lots of leg room.
4. Water from the shower is much colder than water from the kitchen sink.
5. AAA, AA, C and D are the only alphabet we need.
6. The four-way stop is still an ingenious reflection of civility.
7. Radio can be a good way to watch television.
8. Chainsaw-wielding men are nothing to be afraid of.
9. SUV's are the best makeshift tents on the market.
10. You can use your washing machine as a cooler.
11. It's your God-given right to sit on your back porch and eat Chinese takeout by candlelight in your underwear.
12. We shouldn't complain about "useless" tools in the garage-- we actually DO need a generator.
13. You can't spell "priceless" without I-C-E.
14. Downed power lines make an excellent security system.
15. Any peanut butter will do.
16. Gasoline is a value at any price.
17. Cell phones: Breaking up isn't hard to do.
18. The life blood of any disaster recovery is COFFEE.
19. The need for your dog to go out and take care of business is inversely proportional to the severity of the storm.
20. Candlelight is better than botox--- it takes years off your appearance.
21. Air Conditioning: BEST INVENTION EVER.
22. Water is a comfort food. But 3-day-old Cheetos are too.
23. Shadow animals on the wall---still fun.
24. No matter how hard the wind blows, roadside campaign signs will survive.
25. You should never admit to having power at your house in the presence of co-workers or neighbors who do not.
26. There's a plus to having NOTHING in the refrigerator.
27. Getting through the day should be an Olympic event.
28. The movie theater can be a most pleasant place, even if the feature is Alien vs. Predator.
29. Somebody's got it worse.
30. Somebody's got it better. Obviously, they are getting preferential treatment.
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I know where you're coming from about those nightmares. For a while there after TBone died, I dreamed every night that I was still sitting there with him that last night, holding his hand and telling him how much we loved him and that everything was going to be okay, that we knew he hadn't given up, etc. - ANYTHING to ease his mind, cause I knew he could hear me. I still have that dream every now and then, 60 days later, and there are even some DAYS when the "dream" replays itself over and over in my head. Suffice it to say those aren't fun days. Back when it was happening every night, and I found myself dreading bedtime, I began to rely on Tylenol PM to help me sleep. Still have to use it sometimes, when the thoughts pile up at the end of the day.
Here's hoping those night demons stop visiting you.
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
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Melanie -
I have no idea about your pain, but wish you well and hope that chest tube comes out smoothly.
As far as your career - I went to a hairstylist here in Atlanta one time who specialized in using only coloring products that were all natural (i.e. no chemicals - I think the one she used on me was mostly carrot juice or something, but I'm not/didn't turn out to be a redhead!) Anyway, maybe this is something you could look into. And if it's something that interests you, you have some time these days to study up on it and then when you're able you can position yourself as an expert in the field, as this lady was known.
Good luck!
TeeTaa
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As long as that second head was immune to having brain mets, I wouldn't have that much of a problem with it!
Beth - I agree with you. It's just not fair, darnit. I'm counting on you - and my many other friends here - be start bucking the trend.
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
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My brother was in a very similar situation as your mother when he was diagnosed (lung, kidney, adrenal gland, three brain tumors). We took him out to MD Anderson for a 2nd opinion and the doctor there (who teaches oncology) told us that of all the people diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer, 50% will live between 8 and 12 months from the time of diagnosis, and the other 50% will fall on either side of that time frame. Being the math geeks and pollyannas that we needed to be at that time, we focused on the fact that the "bell curve" never really had an ending on the right-hand side (meaning the "live a longer time" side), so he might just be one of those who "lives forever" with the disease.
That being said, I want to caution you, as others have, that those are just statistics. But I know where you are right now . . . as hard as it was to hear what the doctor said, I/we needed to hear it. Another thing she said was that because of TBone's "condition at diagnosis," she would expect him to be one of the ones who lived in the longer end of that 8-12 months or even be in the 50% group that lived longer. She went on to explain that the "condition at diagnosis" meant just that - and my brother did not look or act sick at all. He had in fact gained weight cause the Decadron was making him eat like a horse, and the brain met symptoms (which led to the diagnosis in the first place) had disappeared. She indicated that some people are not diagnosed until they can't even walk into her office, and THOSE are the people she would expect to live the shorter time frame.
But alas, my brother's decline was quite swift, and he only made it a few days past seven months. So - statistics being what they are - since he fell on the "short" side, someone needs to offset that by being on the "long" side, and there's no reason that can't be your Mom!
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
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Kate - adding prayers for J!
Mary - saving a few prayers for you for tomorrow!
Beth - PLEASE don't let that shrink give you any medications!
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
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As Mama always told us, "Be sweet, pretty, good, nice, and behave yourself."
And I'll add, "Be safe."
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
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I love it! And what a great lesson for those kids! It's fun AND it sends the message of the importance of giving of yourself for others and for the greater good.
Thanks for being such an inspiration!
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
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Nope. Don't mind atall.
TeeTaa
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Great idea, Bruce! And of course we should post such a message in the Test Time/Results forum.
I'll be glad to be the "one" people send their info to (seems appropriate, given that I started this!
) Anybody else have comments or suggestions?
TeeTaa
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YES! YES! YES! Can I have the second happy dance - after you, of course - with that cabana boy of yours?!
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This is so heartbreaking. Hold close to your Mom, Malinda, and the rest of your family. You need each other more than ever right now.
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
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Becky - I was so glad to see this again. I just cut-and-pasted it into an e-mail document to my SIL to give to James' Mom up in Iowa. I know she'll appreciate it.
Katha
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Thanks for posting - I was terribly worried about you after I saw on TV the damage done to some mobile home parks. We're getting Jeanne's leftovers - lots of rain and some wind, but NOTHING compared to what y'all had to endure - AGAIN!
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
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Boy am I tired of reading about so many people here developing brain mets! Doesn't there seem to be an epidemic of it these days?
TBone actually handled his 15 WBR treatments very well, but did lose his hair after the 7th or 8th one. Other than that though, it really didn't have much effect on how he felt.
I would imagine that you're having a rough time with this, as would anybody. Maybe if you go back to those old, old posts (January of this year) and refer to all the ideas submitted as creative uses for your radiation mask, you can at least have a laugh or two. I'll try to find it for you. The LEAST I can do is try to bring a smile to your face.
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
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Yes - the chemo is working extremely well and THAT'S what's making you so sick! Love your attitude!
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa
A way to Stop Mets?
in LUNG CANCER IN THE NEWS
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Yes! Red wine!!
Interestingly, TBone had always suffered from headaches, and was prone to taking Goody powders fairly often (and for you uninitiated - Goody powders are basically just ground up aspirin and caffeine so it goes to your system more quickly. They're frequently associated with car racing and other redneck activities. And yes, it's gross to take, unless you've become a pro like TBone and me. Just gotta pour it way back in your throat and have a good chaser close by!)
But I digress . . .
Anyway, TBone suffered a perforated ulcer in February 2001, a little less than three years prior to diagnosis. The doctor then made it clear that in addition to stress, the primary cause was his frequent use of the Goody powders, cause they basically just "sat there" in his stomach and ate holes in it. (Nice visual, huh?) Plus the fact that taking medications like this so often causes a rebound headache effect, so you get into a vicious cycle. You might say the doctor read him the riot act about his use of the things, and subsequently he read it to me. To be honest, I'm not sure Terry ever actually stopped his use of the powders, although I'm sure he at least curtailed it a little.
When we took him out to MD Anderson for the second opinion, the doctor had the CT scan taken in February 2001 (leading to the perforated ulcer diagnosis), and she said that the cancer DEFINITELY WAS NOT THERE AT THAT TIME.
So . . . did his stopping/curtailing his aspirin use lead to enough thickening of his blood that the cancer cells "slowed down" their journey and took ahold? We'll never know, but it's an interesting theory, to say the least.
Gotta go - a Goody powder and a glass of wine are awaiting me!
Praying for us all,
TeeTaa