JoniRobertWilson Posted June 12, 2004 Share Posted June 12, 2004 Hello everyone, Well, my husband was admitted to the hospital again on Thursday. He had been out for 9 days for the prior hospitalization for the plueral effussion/chest tube saga...he was admitted for major leg and abdomen swelling but more importantly he was admitted because he was in extreme pain! I think they have finally figured out a good combination of medication to help him through this which is so very important for a good quality of life. We've learned to live with the chest tube and now seems just part of our day. No big deal compared to the pain. Anyway, he's getting started on Iressa, he has had 3 doses and I'm thrilled! I feel like we're back in the fight!! Yeah! This morning I was watching a sports clip show about all these remarkable sports moments from hockey to gymnastics and how "moved" everyone was by their abilities, etc, etc and I thought to myself, you need to do a video clip show of my husband! He's showing more courage and talent dealing with this cancer and he's not getting a standing ovation! Not to take away from the talented athletes but let me just tell you this - my hero is sitting in a hospital bed right now and he's not complaining, he's not asking for anything, he's praising God and he's fighting a battle with a nasty beast and I couldn't be prouder. I read each of your stories and I am moved by each of you and your stories. I'm giving you all a standing ovation! Go Team! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted June 12, 2004 Share Posted June 12, 2004 Joni~ Wishing you and your husband a miracle w/ the Iressa. This is a wonderful tribute to him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted June 12, 2004 Share Posted June 12, 2004 Well said Joni and your husband and you get my standing ovation! Praying for the best results with the Iressa. Peace, take care and God Bless. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted June 13, 2004 Share Posted June 13, 2004 Joni, I just love what you wrote. It gave me goose bumps. From now on I will think of all the fighters on here as deserving a standing ovation. I'm so glad you gave us that analogy! Good luck with the Iressa. My husband has also just started Iressa. God bless you, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Cheryl- Posted June 13, 2004 Share Posted June 13, 2004 Joni, I am inspired by your husbands courage. I am glad that you have the pain under control. I hope he gets back on the air soon. It is amazing that doing what you love helps to forget about the pai; although, the worst pain that I have had thus far as that chest tube. OOOUCH! :0 Prayers for you both. Cheryl and Jack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elnodel Posted June 13, 2004 Share Posted June 13, 2004 HOw right you are. Rah, rah, sis boom bah...how little people understand what really grace under pressure is. Hoping the best for your husband! Ellen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted June 14, 2004 Share Posted June 14, 2004 God Bless you Joni. I would be more that HAPPY to give your wonderful husband a "standing ovation" I think he has earned it and deserves it! God bless him! Good wishes, and added prayers coming your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bean_si (Not Active) Posted June 14, 2004 Share Posted June 14, 2004 What a beautiful tribute to your husband. You're both heroes. Cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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