stand4hope Posted December 21, 2004 Share Posted December 21, 2004 Hey Bruce, I've been thinking about you lately with it getting so close to the holidays. We haven't had an update from you for a very long time. How are the treatments going and how are you doing? Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted December 21, 2004 Share Posted December 21, 2004 Yep, Bruce, we miss you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brm1949 Posted December 22, 2004 Share Posted December 22, 2004 I know I should have given an update a long time ago. Sorry for the delay. I finished up my IMRT and had 1 ct scan a month later. My ENT thought that to early for good results. The scan came back stable. I'm a little confused as to why it said stable instead of clear but I can accept stable. Lost about 25 pounds or so and still not putting any back on. My drs. don't like it but I'm OK with it. Still feeling some of the effects from the radiation but learning to live with it.. My next ct scan is sch for 3/10/05. I'm back to to watch and see mode. I know I should be grateful that I am still up and about. This time around sort of knocked some of the positive feelings out of me. Winter doesn't help much, pretty dark up here in the Buffalo area much of the time till spring. I want to thank all you who have sent cards, they have lifted my spirits. I will try to get with the program again and post. I'm finding I really need the support that comes from this site and all those who are a part of it. To everyone here, have a Merry Christmas and a very healthy and promising New Year. Bruce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted December 22, 2004 Author Share Posted December 22, 2004 Hi Bruce! I'm so glad to hear from you. I sure do understand about the winter blahs. We are going to get 5-8 in. of snow tonight & tomorrow in Indiana, with 25 mph winds. I should be able to get to work ok, but getting back home is going to be tough. I'm hoping my road doesn't drift shut, and I'm even more hoping that they will let us go home early! I'm so glad to hear about your stable scans, and that you are ok with your weight loss. I guess you could say we are all in that wait and watch mode, huh? Like Don Wood says, "It's our new normal." Hang in there, Bruce, and I wish you and your family a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Don't stay away so long! Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addie Posted December 22, 2004 Share Posted December 22, 2004 Bruce....good to hear from you! I hope you start to perk up soon, following your treatments...but I do know how the winter blahs can get to you. Everything seems so gray outside some days, doesn't it? Boy, I'd like to give you about 10 of those 25 lbs. you lost...cuz I'm 10 or so UP on the scale. I do recall that radiation sort of affected my appetite the first time...but when I had the PCI, it didn't really make me less hungry. Happy holidays to you...and I am sending you some feel better vibes so that you get past the radiation effects soon! Hope to hear a bit more from you, now that you've touched base again. Remember....when the weather is miserable outside...you can always find good company here to distract you...ok? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted December 22, 2004 Share Posted December 22, 2004 Bruce- It's wonderful to get an update for you. So happy for the "stable" and understand the winter-doldrums sentiment. Hopefully the support of wonderful people on this site will help you face upcoming hurdles. Sending my best and wishes for a better New Year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted December 22, 2004 Share Posted December 22, 2004 Bruce, I am glad to hear your stable.That's always good news.The winter weather is a tough one to get along with here as well.Enjoy the holidays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betplace Posted December 22, 2004 Share Posted December 22, 2004 Bruce, I have been worrying about you for a couple weeks now, was going to post an APB myself tonight, I'm glad someone else has already done it! Stable is good and worth a Happy Dance as far as I am concerned! Have a wonderful Holiday! Blessings Betty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted December 22, 2004 Share Posted December 22, 2004 Good to hear from you and VERY glad to hear you are stable! Lately when it's cold and gloomy I turn on the Travel Channel and hope to see some nice warm spot I can visit in my head. Try not to let winter get you down. I have lived up north and I know how long it sometimes seems before spring arrives, but it DOES arrive! Happy Holidays! love and fortitude elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted December 23, 2004 Share Posted December 23, 2004 Bruce, I was so glad to hear from you. Stable is a good thing and maybe the next one will be even better at clear. You have had a really rough time, and winter doesn t seem to help my mood either. These short days I can barely get anything done. Keeping you in my prayers. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted December 23, 2004 Share Posted December 23, 2004 Hi Bruce, I had missed seeing you on the boards , as well. Sorry, you are suffering with the winter blahs. I know the holidays have sent me, as a caregiver, on an emotional roller coaster. Let's all pray for a healthier, more promising 2005. Take care and know that you have a lot of folks out here that care. Hang on to "stable" and take strength from all the thoughts and prayers coming your way. sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted December 23, 2004 Share Posted December 23, 2004 Hi, Bruce! Thanks for the update on yourself. Have a good Christmas and I wish you the best for 2005. Keep us posted. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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