Michael Lewis Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 For all those newly (and not-so-newly) diagnosed, especially with a daunting prognosis, I just wanted to share that this month I entered the 24th month following a mets diagnosis. The original prog was 6mo to 1year. How little they know! I have not posted for some time, but the last two years have been wonderful, living life to its fullest. Setting and achieving short-term goals has been a big part of my survival. (at least I believe). Managed to walk my very special daughter down the aisle this summer, shortly after walking my bride of 39 years for a re-commitment of our vows. Made the second relay for life survivors walk at Husky Stadium and was filmed with several others for a TV special on Lung Cancer, broadcast here in Seattle. A big blessing has been working directly with several other lung cancer patients, sharing experience, strength and hope. Networking directly has given me a sense of connection and a happiness beyond description. I have never felt more in touch with myself, my humanity or others. Without the very mixed blessing of this disease, this would have never happened. What's next? don't know, but as the disease progresses, I hope to reach my 65th birthday in July, to hang a third survivors ribbon around my neck at the Relay for Life, celebrate my wife's birthday in April, maybe eat turkey come Thanksgiving and pass out the gifts, as is our tradition, at Christmas. Hey...Why Not! The grace of God has given me more time than I ever thought possible. The rest is absolute bonus time.. Bless you all.. Michael Quote
needhope Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 Congratulations!! Here's to many more years to come! Sincerely, Rochelle Quote
Treebywater Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 Awesome!!!! And I'm so glad to see you around here too! Quote
Kasey Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 Great to 'see' you, Michael Lewis ! And how wonderful to hear that you're out there living life. How rich these 24 months have been for you! You keep on charging ahead for your wife's b-day, turkey, and Christmas gifts. I bet there may even be a grandchild or so thrown in just to add to all the excitement !!!! Thanks for sharing........newbies need to know! Kasey Quote
trish2418 Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 Congratulations on 2 yrs., Michael. You're a great example of surviving and thriving. Keep it going. Trish Quote
TracyD Posted February 13, 2007 Posted February 13, 2007 Thank you for sharing your wonderful news, it's really inspiring to hear a story like yours. Congratulations on the many goals reached these past two years. Here's to many, many more. Trqcy Quote
mamasbabygirl Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 Michael, Your post is so inspiring. Every word gave me goosebumps-CONGRATS!!! THIS IS AWESOME! Quote
Ry Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 I remember your picture, I am so glad you posted and that you are doing well. Quote
carolhg Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 You keep on keepin' on Michael Lewis!!! Carol Quote
ernrol Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 Congratulations on two years, praying for many more. Stay positive, Ernie Quote
nonni Posted February 14, 2007 Posted February 14, 2007 Michael...I love your attitude..I love your spunk...I love the way you proved the doctors wrong...Just keep on trucking kiddo...the best is yet to come...good luck for many many more wonderful years... On sad note...we got news today of a good friend passing from LC ...we were told the doc gave him about 6 months to live and maybe 8 with treatment...He refused the treatment...that's all we know at this point...but had I known he had LC...(he didn't want anyone to know) I surely would have encouraged him to get a second and third opinion...and introduced him to this board..sigh...Well maybe God wanted him now...and now free from all his pain... my best to all...PamS Quote
Maryanne Posted February 15, 2007 Posted February 15, 2007 WOW that is great news Mike. You certainly have given hope to many people out there. You sound wonderful and certainly have your life under control. BIG CONGRATS ON 2 YEARS!!!!!! Maryanne Quote
j ross Posted February 15, 2007 Posted February 15, 2007 Great to hear you are doing so well. Barry is due to reach the three year mark soon and for all that time he has been almost asymtomatic. We were also given little hope on diagnosis. Very best wishes Jennie Quote
Connie B Posted February 15, 2007 Posted February 15, 2007 Hey Michael, How very nice to see you!! It's nice to hear your doing well and your enjoying life to the fullest! Way to go my friend! Way to go!! Happy Two Years and here's to many more! Quote
Don M Posted February 15, 2007 Posted February 15, 2007 Hi Michael. Congratulations on your two years. I hope you have many more. Don M Quote
jang Posted February 15, 2007 Posted February 15, 2007 Wonderful! That is so encouraging for everyone! Quote
golden275 Posted February 23, 2007 Posted February 23, 2007 Congratulations on your 2 years. Praying for many more. Quote
Kaffie Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 Good going I think you've really got a grip on this beast and really put in it's place, OUT of your life... CONGRATS on 2 years Quote
Shelley (MLC) Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 Mike, thanks for your post and congratulations on 2 years! We're pretty new to this site and good news like yours is what keeps us going. Shelley Quote
laban Posted February 24, 2007 Posted February 24, 2007 I love hearing stories like yours. God bless you and your family and KEEP FIGHTING. Laurie Quote
daddyslittlegirl Posted February 26, 2007 Posted February 26, 2007 Congratulations on 2 years! Your story is one of the reasons I joined this board. My dad was recently diagnosed. His reply was, "no doctor is going to tell me how long I have to live." You see, like you, my dad has been good at proving them wrong in the past. I just pray he and you can continue. God bless! Quote
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