rvillella Posted November 24, 2007 Share Posted November 24, 2007 I have to apologize to all of you who watch out for my posts to make sure I'm still going. And yes Connie B I am one of the hiding survivors. I forget things really easy after the stroke and by the time I get around to remembering it I'm doing something else. Gets me in trouble with the wife alot because I forget what she asked me to do. It has been hectic here. We bought a house and got all moved in finally. Pretty ambitious for a man with cancer.We are out of the city now and in the country. Nice and quiet with lots of room. My last set of blood work showed my hematacrit up to normal. The doctor was pretty impressed.Cat scan of the head shows some swelling on the brain so it's back on steroids. Don't know if the cancer is back there or just a side effect of something else. The lung tumors are holding stable as of the last x-rays. Will get some more next week and see if the Tarceva is still working. Hope each and everyone had a blessed Thanksgiving and that your blessing continue on through the Holiday seasons and beyond. We fight the good fight, sometimes we win and somtimes we lose but no one can say we didn't try. Ralph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted November 24, 2007 Share Posted November 24, 2007 We fight the good fight, sometimes we win and sometimes we lose but no one can say we didn't try. Amen to that Ralph! Glad to see you post and high hopes for continued success. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted November 24, 2007 Share Posted November 24, 2007 glad to hear from you Ralph sayin prayers for some relief and success Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Enjoy your new house Ralph. I live in the country too. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mendy Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Ralph, It is good to know you are doing ok. I too made a move with my husband and left our support group behind in the hopes that life would be better here and no reoccurance of cancer. It is challanging and exciting to start over in a new town and house. I admire your spirit and wish you lots of joy in your new home. Mendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Thanks for the update Ralph! Congratulations on the new house in the country. I think it is important to keep living life and not put it on hold because of the LC! Do keep us updated on your progress. Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Hey Ralph, It's okay to hide now and then, but it's GREAT that your still SURVIVING! (((RALPH))) You've been very busy. That's a GOOD THING! Totally understand that "memory" thing you talk about. After 4 major surgeries, my memory keeps getting worse. So, what were we talking about? I hope the swelling goes down soon for you. And it's good to hear your lung tumors are still STABLE! Well Keep my fingers, toes and anything else I can cross that all will come out fine for you next week. Your new place sounds very inviting. ENJOY my friend. It's the RIGHT THING TO DO! I'll be waiting to see your update message next week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Good to hear from you again, Ralph, and glad to know that things are going relatively well for you. Enjoy the new house and scenery and pop in when you can. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 So good to hear from you Ralph. Congratulations on your move to your new home. I continue to keep you in prayer and to send positive thoughts your way. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debi Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Ralph, Glad to see you. Enjoy that new house in the country and keep us updated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Ralph, Big move for you, city to country and a new house. Enjoy the country life and give us news. Jakie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieB Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Ralph! I've been wondering and worrying about you! Sounds like you have been very busy LIVING life!!! I hope the swelling is simply a side effect and the Tarceva is working successfully still. Keep us posted and don't make us worry too much by staying away so long next time!!! (((hugs))) Congratulations on the new house!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 So good to hear from you, Ralph. Sometimes, we just need to get away and be quiet for a while. I think quiet times energize our souls!!! One of my favorite sayings is...... One Day in the Country is Worth a Million in Town Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted November 27, 2007 Share Posted November 27, 2007 Sound like all in all you are doing pretty good. Thanks for checking in. Good luck with your new home and new surroundings. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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