Don Posted October 6, 2004 Share Posted October 6, 2004 Here is a pic of me and one of my cats in mental therapy and also checking to see if any holes in eyelids. If you have read my profile then you see that I had a slight problem on my hands in Jan 03. Only being given possible 2 weeks is a real wake up call. Well am not sure if I should post this here but here goes anyway. People ask me Don how in the world did you make it the last 2 yrs and you look and act as if you never had cancer. My reply I dont have cancer the cancer has me to deal with. A person has to overcome mentally the shock of having cancer. Yes you must deal with doing everything your doctor says, doing chemo, radiation, meds, eating right, drinking fluids, and getting lots of rest. Your body heals better during sleep than at any other time. My opinion of course. Look at picture for proper eye positions. But always remember that there are many people out there that have more problems and we are lucky to have done the things we have done. I also looked to God. I know that each day I wake up is a blessing and to try and enjoy all of it with whomever I am around and realize that if things go bad that the place we are going is even much better than where we are now and we wont have cancer to deal with. Think of the many that have gone before us that we will get to see and hug again. This my friend is called faith. Faith leads us through all times good and bad. Well I have rambled enough for now but if anyone ever needs my help please email me and I will send my phone number to you. Get up and walk today, look at the sky and say Thank You Jesus for letting me have this time to and with your strength I will fight the battle of cancer without question cause I have FAITH. God Bless and Thank You for reading this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted October 6, 2004 Share Posted October 6, 2004 Don That was a great post. Kind of kicked me back into gear. Very inspirational. many times I seem to forget I have cancer until it's time for tests or a small ache developes but for the most I try very hard to be positive, have fun & enjoy life as it has been dealt to me. At times you do sink a bit and its posts like yours that help me come to the surface. Thank You. Rachel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carrie Posted October 6, 2004 Share Posted October 6, 2004 Thanks Don - I needed that!!! carrie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted October 6, 2004 Share Posted October 6, 2004 Don, great pic! I snooze with my Beagle like that. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jean44 Posted October 6, 2004 Share Posted October 6, 2004 Don, I also love the picture! I lost my Dad to lung cancer last Oct. and I don't know how I would have gotten through the illness and losing him without faith. Thanks for your inspirational story! Jean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted October 6, 2004 Share Posted October 6, 2004 Don, wondeful post. I love your way of thinking. God bless us all. David C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted October 6, 2004 Share Posted October 6, 2004 Don, Thankyou, I needed a post to lift me up today and you post did it. J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted October 6, 2004 Share Posted October 6, 2004 I wish you were our next door neighbor. Thanks for the post, we love reading your offerings. Margaret and Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 Thanks for the feel good shot in the arm Don. So, any holes in the lids? Take care. David P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaneC Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 What a great post! Thanks for sharing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 Your post was just what the doctor ordered for me today! Thanks for the inspiration. Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patut Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 Love the pic and the message. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 Don, It looks to me like your poor kitty is crying "HELP" because you're smashing it's little head. So glad to have you as a member, and I really love your upbeat attitude. God bless you, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Cheryl- Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 Don, Wonderful positive post. Please keep up inspired and continue posting. Love the picture! Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyCW Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 Don, I see no hole in those eyelids, but you'd better keep checking often. Loved your message! BeckyCW P.S. My cat loves also to smash her forehead into my hand, foot, whatever... What is that all about, I wonder? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 What great companions the two of you make Don. Just what the doctor ordered, "a good laugh!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellW Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 Don, Wonderful post and great pic. We needed a post like yours today. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 hi don, what a lovely pic! i'm sure you are cuddled up next to your favorite "pillow." thank you for your inspiring message. we can all use your positive attitude and prayers. God bless, mj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 Beautiful message Don.. Very inspiring... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 Don, That was a great message you gave to us all. I sometimes take my good fortune for granted and then I read a post like yours and it reminds me to be thankful for every minute I've been given. Bless you and keep on believing! Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloesmom Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 Don, What a great attitude you have! And I agree--nothing better than rest to build your defenses. That's something I really try to get right now--plenty of rest. Gotta have faith too, and yes, we have problems, but it's great to be alive today!!!!! Keep going! Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MayFrog Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 Thanks, Don.......nuff said Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
draiocht_bean_si Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 Thanks, Don. I have to constantly remind myself that no matter how others do or say to me, I am responsible for how I react. Not always easy but when I remember to follow that thinking, days are so much brighter. Cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted October 7, 2004 Share Posted October 7, 2004 Don, Thanks for the inspiration! One day at a time. Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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