kimblanchard Posted May 15, 2003 Share Posted May 15, 2003 The Cancer Centers of America called today - We have our plane reservations! We will be leaving on May 21st. We will get into Tulsa at 6:00 pm. They have a driver pick us up at the baggage claim of the airport, take us directly to our room, help us with luggage and "answer any and all questions". We will meet with a pulmonolgist, a nutritionist, a naturopathic doctor, a pain management doctor and a medical oncologist. PHEW! We will be having to stay the weekend (Memorial Weekend) to finish up our consultation. But - I'm looking at is as a 'mini-vacation'. We won't leave until Wednesday at the earliest, maybe longer. I understand they have Internet access for guests, so I'll try to post an update. They have guest rooms set up and they only charge $25-30 per night. And they have a cafeteria where you can eat three meals per day for $7.50 per person! They have so many alternative therapies and even do biotherapy and immunotherapy. I'm really looking forward to this. I feel Mike will be given a complete and thorough physical and any need that he has will be met! Already the people I have talked to are so kind, compassionate and most of all - POSITIVE and HOPEFUL. Love and hugs, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam'swifeShirley Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Shannon, I'm so happy for you guys. Please keep us informed as best you can. God bless us all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 I'm hoping the best for you both. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Wonderful news , we are all excited. We will all be with you so feel all our hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted May 16, 2003 Author Share Posted May 16, 2003 I'm so excited for the both of you. Wishing you the best. Keep us tuned in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyS Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Way to go Shannon! And get some rest before it's time to go - I'm sure it will mentally as well as physically draining - just the travelling itself and listening and "weighing" everything they present you with. We don't need YOU ending up sick Lady! Prayers for both of you, SandyS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted May 16, 2003 Author Share Posted May 16, 2003 This is such great news. I am so glad you are making this trip and can't wait to hear what happens. Blessings to the two of you, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Shannon, What wonderful news.. thinking positive thoughts and we are all with you and Mike! Bless you both in this fight! Laurie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marie Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 I'm wishing the best for both of you. I'll try to send lots of good vibes your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candy Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 That's great Shannon! Keep us posted. Every battle you and Mike win is a battle won for all of us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marlon Posted May 16, 2003 Share Posted May 16, 2003 Shannon and Mike, Sounds like the perfect place for you! Sometimes all we need is someone else willing to join the battle with us. Keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carleen Posted May 19, 2003 Share Posted May 19, 2003 Shannon, I am so glad you are all set to go to the Cancer Centers of America. I am sending out lots of good vibes and prayers for you and Mike. If you need anything while there, I am just a short drive away. I live in Mukwonago WI. but I work in Crystal Lake IL. so a short drive over to the CCA would be nothing to me. If you need anything during your stay just give me a call ('ll e-mail you my cell #) God Bless you both, Carleen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobmc Posted May 20, 2003 Share Posted May 20, 2003 YEA Shannon and Mike Made my day!!, I'm soooooo happy for you guys; Wishing you much success at Cancer Center of America, and will keep on praying for the both of you. God bless and be well Bobmc - NSCLC- stage IIB left pneumonectomy 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosanne Posted May 20, 2003 Share Posted May 20, 2003 Great news. Wishing you guys the best of luck. Rosanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karma1976 Posted May 20, 2003 Share Posted May 20, 2003 yay!!! so so excite for you shannon and mike!!!!! I am sending such postitive vibes & hugs your way!!!! You are such fighters Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny G. Posted May 20, 2003 Share Posted May 20, 2003 Shannon, This approach just makes so much sense. I wish it could be like that for everyone. I'm just sorry you have to travel to get it. I hope that you can look at it as a vacation and some time away from other distractions. Can't wait to hear more details. Jenny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espy Posted May 20, 2003 Share Posted May 20, 2003 Best of luck!!! Will be looking forward to hearing about how you make out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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