never2late Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 Wow - I just noticed that the last time I signed in was in February of this year! Sorry to have been away so long, even though I usually only tend to read and not post. Good news is I have no bad news to report! March 1, 2008 marked my 2 year anniversary since I underwent surgery. My last scan (12/07) was NED and my next one is not scheduled until 12/08. For those who remember, I posted my story "The Race" in the My Story section back in November of 2007 and I am happy to report that I am still running and doing well, everything considered. I've done several shorter races and recently completed my second half - marathon. I hope to do a third one this fall. So much for my update - I actually feel guilty talking about how well I am doing. I was just very lucky that my cancer was "accidentally" discovered in a relatively early stage during a routine physical (in fact, if I hadn't asked for a chest x-ray, I'm sure it would not have been found until much later, with much different results). Even though I went through surgery to remove half my left lung and 4 rounds of chemo as a preventive course, my guilty feelings come when I see what a vast majority of others have had (and continue) to endure through their journeys. My utmost respect and my daily prayers go out to each and everyone who fights the good fight in this battle. Thank you for letting me share my thoughts and feelings. I promise to be back sooner than later - Jerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 Jerry- So glad you checked in and even gladder that you are doing so well. Keep up the good work and don't be such a stranger!!!!! Hugs - Patti B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandraL Posted July 28, 2008 Share Posted July 28, 2008 That's great news Jerry. Thanks for sharing with us and continued best wishes. Sandra ps don't ever feel guilty.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Welcome back again! Don't feel guilty posting your good news - Good news is ALWAYS welcome here. As a survivor I really need to here good new to keep hope alive. Cheers to many more great years ahead, Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 Thanks for checking in Jerry, so glad you are doing do well. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaroleHammett Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Thanks for sharing your good news, Jerry. Good news for one is good news for all (gives us hope)! Affectionately, Carole I'd rather die while I'm living then live while I'm dead.--Jimmy Buffett Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Jerry, Thanks for sharing your wonderful news. Wishing you the best and look forward to hearing more from you. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaminkw Posted August 1, 2008 Share Posted August 1, 2008 Jerry, Thanks for checking in. You posted your story around the time I joined. The fact that so much time went by before you realized you hadn't posted is a good thing--time flies when you're having fun! Hope you are. You are a poster child for early detection. Judy in Key West Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
never2late Posted August 7, 2008 Author Share Posted August 7, 2008 Thanks, everyone, for the "welcome back" and I hope all is well with you. Life continues to go on and I think now I will "cruise" some of the other threads here - it has been awhile..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 I am glad you are doing well Jerry. Keep it up. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
never2late Posted August 7, 2008 Author Share Posted August 7, 2008 Hey Don, Thanks for response. By the way, did you ever start playing the harmonica again? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nonni Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 Hi Jerry...so glad you are doing well and never ever feel guilty about doing so well....this is what the board needs...hope...survival...good news....Keep up the good work and come back soon... hugs...nonni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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