TeeTaa Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 I haven't been able to get DeanCarl off my mind this week, so I just called to check in with him (as he'd given me his number for TBone to call). He's doing "as well as can be expected" but sounded quite strong on the phone. I talked to Gay first, and she said he's spending a good bit of the time sleeping, and is totally homebound now. DeanCarl reiterated that he's only up 7-8 hours a day. He laughed, saying he's tired in the mornings, and foggy (due to the meds) in the afternoon, and is reading the message board but just hasn't been able to post. He feels fortunate that he's not had too much trouble with pain. He's traditionally handled household chores, but is unable to do so now, so they're about to hire someone to come in and help. I stressed that we all are thinking of him and are available - to either him or Gay - if they can think of anything we can do to help out. My intent in calling was to hopefully give a little lift to his spirits, but in typical DeanCarl fashion, he gave that lift to me. Even with what he's going through, he made a point of asking how our family is doing and talked about how it gets easier with time. So I'm headed into the weekend fortified, having just heard the voice of someone I admire so very much, and knowing that he's still enjoying the love of his wonderful wife as well as the view out of his window (although that entails moving from the bedroom into the living room, he says!) May you all find comfort in knowing that DeanCarl is still winning the battle against the lung cancer monster. Praying for us all, TeeTaa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Oh good, I think of Dean and Gay often and wondered how he was doing. Thanks for letting us know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Thanks, TeeTaa. He had given me his phone number not long ago and I think I'll give him a call, too. I could use a lift from DeanCarl! And yes, he is definiting wining the fight, because he is living and in true DeanCarl fashion I'm sure he is winning well! Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Thank you. I think Dean Carl is our mascot of bravery and lifting of spirits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Thank you, TeeTaa.... I am beginning to believe you are a special blessing sent to us!! XOXOXOX Prayers always, MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Teetaa, Thank you so much for posting that update. I have had DeanCarl on my heart a lot lately. It's good to know he is still in such good spirits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Thank you so very much for the Dean Carl update.... I think of him often as he is truly a wonderful person who has given my spirits a lift when I thought they "couldn't be lifted". Dean if you are reading this, please know that I pray for your continued comfort - and your are in my thoughts often.... God Bless... you are my hero. Love, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 TeeTaa, appreciate the update on DeanCarl. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Thanks Tee Tae, What a beautiful soul Dean is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 Thanks Tee Taa,Both for checking on Dean and for letting us know how he is doing.He is a very special person and I'm sure everyone else on the board feels that way as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeTaa Posted September 11, 2004 Author Share Posted September 11, 2004 Thanks for the kind words, folks. But I'm just doing what I know TBone would want me to do. DeanCarl was truly a hero to him, as he surely is to so many others of us. Blessings, TeeTaa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa O Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 Thanks so much for the update on Dean Carl!~ I too think of him so often. He is truly a wonderful man whose kind words have helped me more than once. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellW Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 Thanks TeeTaa for the DeanCarl news. He is an inspiration and an example of positive attitude and bravery to me as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annjael Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 Thanks for the update on Dean Carl. My thoughts and prayers are with him and Gay. He is such an inspiration to so many. Peace to you Dean Carl, Gay Peace to you TeeTaa Annjael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angie Daughter of Bill Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 Thanks for checking on Dean for all of us. I think of Dean so much. I remember the first day that I came to the boards. His words were so encouraging. Dean, I hate to hear that you aren't able to move around much these days, but you just keep right on enjoying all the beauty that surrounds you. Best wishes to you!! And as Mary Ann said, I too believe that TeeTaa was a special blessing sent to us here. No, I KNOW that she is a blessing. She has helped me so many times and has become a very special friend to me. Thanks TeeTaa!! Angie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 Teetaa, Thanks for the update on Dean Carl. I think of him often as he is my hero as well. Dean, if you are reading this, I wish you comfort and continued zest for life. You are in my prayers Dean...I wish only good for you. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 Dean we miss your words of wisdom!!! Thanks for the update TeeTaa. David C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dede Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 Thanks for the update on DeanCarl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 Thanks for the update. Once again I am humbled. Love to Dean Carl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MayFrog Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 Thanks, TeeTaa, for letting us know how Dean Carl is doing. I always look to his posts for that wonderfully uplifting perspective that is uniquely his. Now, I have your posts, too!! Thanks again, Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teresag Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 Dean Carl, if you are reading this thread, many, many thanks to you for lifting spirits everyone where you go! You all remain in my prayers. - Teresa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda Posted September 11, 2004 Share Posted September 11, 2004 TeeTaa-- Just wanted to add my thanks for the update. DeanCarl--you are in our thoughts daily. The only birds I see outside my window are pidgeons.When I do see them, however (and, boy, does my cat LOVE to see them!), I think of you and your "view" from the living room. Melinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ViVi Posted September 12, 2004 Share Posted September 12, 2004 First of all - much, much love to DeanCarl and Gay from TBone's whole clan. You are SO special to us, even the 'nonmessage boarders' in the clan know and love you! Secondly- thanks to my sister, TeeTaa, who is even more beautiful than any of you can possibly know. Love you lots, DeanCarl and Gay! Love you to the moon (and back), Katha! ViVi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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