rvillella Posted November 13, 2005 Share Posted November 13, 2005 As I said in an earlier post I am done with the radiation and only two more Chemo treatments. But here's the funny part. Since I have been off the treatments I've lost more weight. I've lost a total of 40 Pounds since this all started. Look like a scarecrow, or my avatar. That's not all. Last Tuesday 8 Nov, the wife and I were having a quiet night at home, watching a movie and had just ordered some pizza for her (I still can't eat it), when a neighbor knocked on the door and said there were flames coming out of the chimney. Next, another neighbor, a firefighter comes over and says that there is way to much smoke and fire coming out of the chimney. Needless to say, the chimney was on fire and it had gotten into the walls of the house. The fire department responded and got the fire out before it did to much damage. The bad part is though the house was uninhabitable though because of damage to the wiring and stuff. So now we think we are homeless and all our stuff is messed up. The landlord found us another place the next day, the red cross gave us a hotel for three days plus meals, and then we have to move all our stuff down the street to the new place and try and get the smoke smell out of everything. So the question is WHAT NEXT? Never let it get you down because there is always someone worse off out there than you. Ralph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted November 13, 2005 Share Posted November 13, 2005 Ralph, I am so sorry you have to endure this new thing as well as fighting the disease. Glad your neighbors noticed the problem in a timely manner. My prayers are with you and family. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eppie Posted November 13, 2005 Share Posted November 13, 2005 OMG! This is terrible. My prayers to you and your family. I am glad no one was hurt! let us know how things are going. Eppie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted November 13, 2005 Share Posted November 13, 2005 Ralph, You need to check with the Landlord to see if he has Renter's Insurance to cover the cost of cleaning and replacing your personal property. Unless it is stated in your lease agreement that you are responsible for maintenance of the fireplace and chimney and the house in general then it may be his responsibility to maintain them in good working order (in good repair, cleaned out and creosote removed by a chimney sweep so as not be a fire hazard). Check to see if you have Renter's Insurance on your belongings. I've lost everything I owned a time or two. I am so sorry you are dealing with this on top of everything else. And bringing in smoke damaged furniture, etc. is not a good thing to do for your lungs. Can you contact the red cross in your local community to see if they have some fire asssistance funds? Part of my weight loss came from my stomach having shrunk a lot. Even though I am eating I can no longer ingest the same amount of food I was taking in before I got so sick. I now take many tiny meals each day as opposed to the three I was use to. By eating these smaller amounts I am able to maintain my present weight (so far). Hang in there, Ralph. You are overdue for a good break. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted November 13, 2005 Share Posted November 13, 2005 Ralph, I know you feel completely overwhelmed right now. But believe me, there is a bright side to everything. Try to find it. I will be praying for you. "Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that GOD has promised to those who love Him." Jamies 1:12 GOD BLESS!! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted November 13, 2005 Share Posted November 13, 2005 Hang on. WE are lifting up prayers and sending support Pat and Brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted November 14, 2005 Share Posted November 14, 2005 Ralph I'm so sorry for what you have gone through in addition to this awful disease. Do take Fay's advice and check with your landlord about this insurance. My prayers for you continue. gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pammie Posted November 14, 2005 Share Posted November 14, 2005 Ralph, you are having to struggle with so much more trouble in addition to your health! Will be praying for you more than ever. pammie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted November 14, 2005 Share Posted November 14, 2005 Ralph, You're in my thoughts today. I hope you get some good news on the insurance and assistance. You've really had to carry a lot lately. Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted November 14, 2005 Share Posted November 14, 2005 Too much trouble for one family. Please know my prayers are with you. Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darci Posted November 14, 2005 Share Posted November 14, 2005 Oh Ralph, you must be feeling so overwhelmed right now. Thank goodness that no one was hurt and they were able to put the fire out. Good luck with everything - you definitely do deserve a break! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted November 14, 2005 Share Posted November 14, 2005 Ralph, I know how deparaging things must feel right now. Thank God for the neighbors, the fire dept., and that it wasn't YOUR house that burned! Thank God that the Red Cross is there to help you out. Please make use of every resource that you can think of to come to your aid and rescue. Many prayers coming your way. Hoping that you will find blessings in the smallest of things to carry you through. Cindi o'h' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jang Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Ralph, I'm sorry you have had to go through all this. Enough is enough... I will be praying for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
francesbean Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Hi Ralph, I'm very sorry to hear about this misfortune. I'm saying a prayer for you and your family now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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