Kasey Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 5 years ago today I was in the operating room at the National Institutes of Health undergoing an 8-1/2 hour life-saving surgery. I was dx'd in Sept. '04 and given no hope of surviving beyond the spring of '05. I actually count my survival from that Sept., but my very favorite surgeon said HE counts from his surgery. So I get to celebrate twice! I already did back in the fall, but today I will celebrate big time! So..........here's hope to all you newbies and thanks to all who've been with me anywhere along the way as I traveled this road. Fred and I have encountered a few bumps in the road since Thanksgiging which is a story for another time. But today I want to shout out a thanks to Katie for this site, to DonnaG for responding to me, and mhutch for giving me the info to get me to where I could find hope and help. You guys are all awesome and my true heroes! Thank you. Kasey - 5 year survivor - Stage IIIB 'inoperable' (yea, right!) lung cancer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bud Baker Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Wow, the big five years, officially! Congrats, Kasey! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatlemike Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Awesome Kasey! You are such a inspiration around here. Im so very happy for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calintay Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 I LOVE IT KASEY! I LOVE TO CELBRATE TO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet B Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 WOW Kasey - CELEBRATE CELEBRATE CELEBRATE!!!! I remember that you also count your springs - so here's to many many more! peace - Janet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 YOU ROCK KASEY!!!!! Hey - unlock the Pub cause I am buying BIG time!!!! Hugs - Patti B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 LOVE IT!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muriel Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 I'll celebrate 5 years anytime - even twice in 2 months! See ya at the Pub. I'm bringing Bailey. Hope Teddy is there. Muriel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Kasey, Congratulations! five years ago today you were in the operating room and five years ago today I received the results of my biopsy and was told that I had lung cancer. I am so very grateful that I am here to celebrate my five year anniversary of diagnosis with you. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkelley Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Kasey, WE are so blessed that you are here and are a survivor! Congratulations Tammy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jstdzy Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! Dana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barbvh Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Congratulations Kasey!!!! You are an inspiration for us all. Hugs, BarbvH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 I really love to say "I told you so" in this sense, and I'm glad I was right...LOL... See, you really are going to "be okay" even though some of your bumps were more than pot holes... Love to you, Kasey! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted January 4, 2010 Author Share Posted January 4, 2010 Well...............all your responses have brought me to tears for the third time today. The first ~ when I opened my eyse this morning. The second ~ playing bridge with gals I didn't know before this past summer. Somehow, not important how, the reading of scans came up. Happens that the husband of one of the gals read some of mine 5 years ago. That brought about the discolosure of my dx and prognosis. The women were awestruck and brought me to tears again. And now you guys. I am blessed many times over. Yes, Snowflake, you DID tell me so. And in spite of what you said, I WASTED 2 years in worry. My love and gratitiude to all LCSC members. You are all the very BEST! xoxo, Kasey - 5 year survivor - Stage IIIB 'inoperable' (yea, right!) lung cancer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 WOOOHOOOO KASEY!!! I am so proud to be your friend!! You have helped me sooooo much!! Incredible and Unshakable---That's what you are!!! LOVE YA! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Congratulations, Kasey!!!! Have one for me. LOL!! Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recce101 Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Truly one of the major success stories on this board, and anywhere, for that matter. Congrats once again, Kasey! Aloha, Ned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Kasey, I'm right here celebrating this wonderful milestone with you. You are such an inspiration and a gift to all who come here. Love you Kasey. May there be many many more celebrations to come. Hugs, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geri Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Congratulations my friend, I'm impressed with your new signature........Kasey, 5 year survivor etc. Be proud of your successes, there was never any doubt on my part that you had it made. I'm celebrating when I get home from the hospital (tomorrow) so I shall be a day late but I'll raise my ginger ale in the mean time. Love you old broad......isn't it nice to be a surviving old broad From another surviving old broad Geri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LynneH Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Kasey, I haven't peeked onto the site in over 2 months, and this is the post that caught my eye! I am thrilled with your post, inspired by your determination, and overwhelmed by your immense compassion for everyone else..........you are truly the BEST....Congratulations on 5 years very well lived....... Big Hug Lynne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sis Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Ah Dear Kasey, Such wonderful news to read. Now I'M the one who has tears in her eyes. May God continue to shower you with blessings. You are such a wonderful inspiration to everyone. Love to you and Fred too!! Ellie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Love you friend. STill praying about those bumps too. I think I shall go eat an Orea cookie in celebration of my Kasey and Fred. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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jaminkw Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Another 5-year celebration. Awesome. Have a blast Kasey. Judy in Key West Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloesmom Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Congratulations Kasey! You are so awesome! You are an example of what determination and strength can do. I am so excited for your five year status and wish you many, many more celebrations of survival. Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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