Ry Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 'This is a message I received from Grumpy One Lung. I don't think he'd mind me posting it, it's a great story: This is not where I should post this but I saw your name(s) (Ry) and just had to post here so I did. Still miss your gettogether up north of me, but when the hospital calls you must go, really missed being able to meet you all. Since I last posted here I have had a Hernia repaired, a Cataract repaired, and was at deaths door. I spent a month not being able to eat and lost something like 50 pounds. The story of my still being here goes something like this. My 7 year old granddaughter told me one day that I was not going to be here for Christmas this year, and she needed me to be hear. So, I got to thinking about that. I had refused Chemo (I knew it would kill me so no deal), and they wanted me to take Radiation at the same time, I refused. But following what my very cool granddaughter said to me and knowing that I was going to die soon, I went for both, well here I am 5 weeks later and 100 percent better then I have been during the past 19 months. Hows that for a turn around? So much for coming back from the edge. I have not been here much in some time because I was so down, but I am back now, will try to watch where I post from now on though, LOL. To all and any new comers, a big Welcome to you all. There are hundreds of LC folks here with just tons of stories and good information for you and I daily. Please read away and see how many of us have like problems and how we deal with it. Of course doctors are welcome here. I always wondered how many we had on this site. All of My Prayers and Best Wishes to Us All. Grumpy One Lung Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 Thanks, Ry. Hey, GOL! Good to see you back. And glad to hear you are still alive and kicking some butt. Your granddaughter is very wise and certainly a blessing to you. Hang in there. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Cheryl- Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 Grumpy, So glad you are still around. What a testimny. You tell that Granddaughter thank you! We love you. Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 Thank you, Ry! Grumpy: This is such good news!!! I am thrilled to see this post. I think the heart and truthfulness of a child can change the world. Give that granddaughter a big hug from Peggy. So glad you are feeling better - and, this is just a little ahead of time, but MERRY CHRISTMAS!! Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 Grumpy-- Seeing your post (Thank you, Ry.) brought a smile to my face after an extremely difficult day. Thank you. I am thrilled to pieces that you are doing well--and love that wise 7 year old. Melinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 Hey! Great to hear from you Grumpy! love and fortitude elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJAS Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 Incredible story and amazing granddaughter. Welcome back! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 Grumpy, So glad to hear from you and know that you are feeling better. It sounds like you have had a rough time for the last weeks and I can imagine that you didn't feel like posting. Glad you are back, we missed you. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenl Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 Hey there, Grumpy! Have been wondering about you. Glad to hear that things are going well. Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 Hey, there Grump! Well, I guess by emailing the Overseer of the Hall Passes (that would be Ry) you have found a way to avoid paying a hefty fine for your long absence. You have been missed by many. And I am soooooooo glad you decided to mind the 7 year old. Get stronger, and come back soon and often. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 Grumpy, Glad to hear you are hanging in there w/ us.I was real glad to hear your ok.I too am glad you listened to your grandaughter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 Hey Grumpy One Lunger! These wonderful little Grand-children of ours are pretty SMART COOKIES! So glad to here your doing better. But, Sorry to hear you had a run of bad luck! Good Health to you my friend! Welcome back! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 Welcome Grump, It is quite a granddaughter that you have, Get well fast for her and everybody that love you J." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brm1949 Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 Grumpy, glad to see you back, and glad your grand daughter convinced you to stick around, I know how tough this is but glad you won this battle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeTaa Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 Glad to see you posting again. And glad you've got such a smart grandkid. Praying for us all, TeeTaa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 What an incentive plan! Welcome back, take off your hat and stay awhile...we missed ya and have a lot of catching up to do... xxoo, Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 hi ry, thanks for the post. i'm certainly glad to see that "grumpy" is feeling so much better (kids can be so smart! ). God bless, mj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted September 20, 2004 Author Share Posted September 20, 2004 More from Grumpy... Thank You all for the replys, what a wonderful place this is for those of us with LC. Yes my granddaughter is just that, an Angle. I plan on being around for some time Thanks to her and each and every one of you. Love to each of you, Bless each of you. Grumpy One Lung Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pritchie Posted September 20, 2004 Share Posted September 20, 2004 Ry, Thanks for posting the message. Bless GOL and his Angel. Pamela Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted September 21, 2004 Share Posted September 21, 2004 Thanks for the post relay Ry. Hey there Grumpy. Awesome, awesome, awesome, wonderfully uplifting story!!! Just like Melinda, reading your post made my day -- I love it! And by the way...I don't think you're really that Grumpy...keep up the fight. Take care, David P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asthmaakl Posted September 23, 2004 Share Posted September 23, 2004 grumpyonelung is a cool person himself. My hats to Grumpy, though he really isn't a GRUMP, But a kind, loving person with a sense of humor. asthmaakl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitkathi Posted September 23, 2004 Share Posted September 23, 2004 Wonderful story. Children are a blessing aren't they? When my daughter was born my dad (who I never imagined would quit smoking) suddenly and abruptly quit smoking. When I asked why, he said, "I don't want my grandaughter to be exposed to second hand smoke". Glad to see you back!! kikathi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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