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« on: October 24, 2017, 07:04:22 PM » |
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Hey all,
I have news I'm not looking forward to sharing.
About 5 weeks ago, I thought I suffered a pulled muscle below my left ribcage. It turned out I have a broken 5th rib. I didn't recall any obvious trauma at the time and based on a chest Xray, it was thought that the 5th rib was weakened by cancer. I've had more tests, CTs, bone scans and bloodwork. It appears I have cancer in the lungs, liver, and bone. I know it won't be an easy fight but I will not give up. That's not an option. I am putting my faith in the Lord and the medical doctors I have. I am going through Delnor Hospital in Geneva, Illinois. Delnor is associated with Northwestern Medicine, a school with a good track record in dealing with Cancer. I start chemo next week.
Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers! Thank you!
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« Reply #1 on: October 24, 2017, 07:10:51 PM » |
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My prayers sent. Best of luck to you
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« Reply #2 on: October 24, 2017, 07:14:59 PM » |
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Bonnie and I wish you the best possible outcome.
Keep positive and stay mad at the cancer but not the world.
Keep the faith and good luck.
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« Reply #3 on: October 24, 2017, 07:16:29 PM » |
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As a cancer patient going through chemotherapy right now, keep the faith brother. Todays treatments are miles ahead of what use to be done 20 years ago.
If you need someone to talk tooo, feel free to PM me. I'll respond.
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« Reply #4 on: October 24, 2017, 07:23:12 PM » |
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Fight the good fight... Prayers from WI.
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« Reply #5 on: October 24, 2017, 07:34:51 PM » |
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Best wishes, hopes and prayers sent for the best outcome. Charlie is a fighter and a survivor, listen to him and obviously to your docs. I'm sure the whole community is pulling for you. Kick that cancers ass!!!  |
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« Reply #6 on: October 24, 2017, 07:57:59 PM » |
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Very sorry to hear the news. Praying for you. God is good, you sound like you have the right attitude.
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« Reply #7 on: October 24, 2017, 08:08:36 PM » |
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Russ, I'm sorry to hear this news. You and your family are getting all the prayers I can muster. You are a strong God fearing person. I have no doubt you will come out the other end of this stronger than ever. I also think you should take Land Elephant up on his offer. Take care my friend, and let your wife and daughters know we here at the VRCC are thinking of them also.
Sincerely, Rob
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« Reply #8 on: October 24, 2017, 08:50:01 PM » |
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« Reply #9 on: October 24, 2017, 09:15:03 PM » |
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Russ my Friend-you KNOW you'll have my Prayers. Gittin GOD and your Family in your corner and yer "other" Family here in Our electronic clubhouse equates too a LOT people pullin fer ya!  Keep us updated as you can Please. RIDE SAFE. |
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« Reply #10 on: October 24, 2017, 10:31:28 PM » |
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Be strong
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« Reply #11 on: October 24, 2017, 11:33:26 PM » |
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Prayers from Tennessee. Wishing you the best.
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« Reply #12 on: October 25, 2017, 03:10:34 AM » |
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Prayers for you
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« Reply #13 on: October 25, 2017, 03:22:53 AM » |
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So sorry to hear this. Hoping the best for you.
As a cancer survivor [ so far anyway] there is hope. As you said, don't give up. The treatments can be rough at times, but, you're tough enough.
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« Reply #14 on: October 25, 2017, 04:05:59 AM » |
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Peace, love, and strength!
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« Reply #15 on: October 25, 2017, 04:11:02 AM » |
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Russ,
My thoughts, prayers, good wishes, and hope are all being channeled to you. The world needs more truly good people, now more than ever I think, and you are as good as I know! You have unfinished business, so just keep on with all you're already doing. We'll be anxiously awaiting updates, especially positive reports sure to follow...
DDT
P.S. I too am available if you need someone to talk to...
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« Reply #16 on: October 25, 2017, 04:42:47 AM » |
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Sorry to hear Russ Shelia and I will keep you in our Prayers
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« Reply #17 on: October 25, 2017, 04:55:55 AM » |
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Prayers from your northern neighbor, get better buddy.
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« Reply #19 on: October 25, 2017, 05:55:43 AM » |
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Last night on NBC Nightly news their was a story on a guy with stage four cancer that was put on an experimental drug at Sloan Kittering and it cured it. Google NBC Nightly news and you will find the story.
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« Reply #20 on: October 25, 2017, 06:12:42 AM » |
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Prayers from Colorado for a speedy recovery.
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« Reply #21 on: October 25, 2017, 06:42:14 AM » |
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More prayers from Ohio
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« Reply #22 on: October 25, 2017, 06:45:12 AM » |
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Keep the faith.....
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« Reply #23 on: October 25, 2017, 06:48:00 AM » |
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More prayers from Tennessee. Keep spirits up and fight!
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« Reply #24 on: October 25, 2017, 06:54:37 AM » |
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More prayers from Western Colorado.
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« Reply #25 on: October 25, 2017, 07:06:43 AM » |
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Sorry to hear about your troubles Wiggy. Prayers from Indiana.
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« Reply #26 on: October 25, 2017, 07:33:43 AM » |
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Prayers from NE Indiana.
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« Reply #27 on: October 25, 2017, 08:04:51 AM » |
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So sorry to hear this Russ, you are in my prayers brother.
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« Reply #28 on: October 25, 2017, 08:07:26 AM » |
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WOW! That sucks Russ. I am very sorry to hear this news. Prayers from the Kinter's for you and your entire family. You can beat this. |
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« Reply #29 on: October 25, 2017, 09:45:30 AM » |
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Talked to Russ a little while ago on the phone and he sounds Very upbeat. I get the impression he is happy with his Doctors and is waiting on some stuff from them for His Treatment. Russ-if I'm out a line I apologize up front. My Prayers for you Brother are ongoing and Will continue.  RIDE SAFE. |
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« Reply #30 on: October 25, 2017, 10:31:04 AM » |
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Talked to Russ a little while ago on the phone and he sounds Very upbeat. I get the impression he is happy with his Doctors and is waiting on some stuff from them for His Treatment. Russ-if I'm out a line I apologize up front. My Prayers for you Brother are ongoing and Will continue. RIDE SAFE. Dennis, you are free to share anything you want. You will never need to apologize to me for your good intentions. Nice chatting with you! |
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« Reply #31 on: October 25, 2017, 10:43:51 AM » |
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Damn, that sucks big time man. I will pray for you and your family.
My uncle had it and had to go on chemo/etc. He was like me, a meat/beef lover and suffered because of the nausea and lack of appetite while on treatment.
He said to me: " _ If I knew about the nausea, I would have had steak *every* single meal *before* the damn chemo started. I would have feed on meat for a couple weeks so I wouldn't miss it so much now."
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« Reply #32 on: October 25, 2017, 05:19:39 PM » |
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Russ all I can say is chin up and trust in the lord!
Prayers for you brother.
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« Reply #33 on: October 25, 2017, 05:46:30 PM » |
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Years ago, a cousin of mine had a few medical problems.
In this small town, she went to every doc in town.
Nothing changed.... then she started going down hill.
Her mom grabbed her and headed to the big city about 65 miles away...
They run every test known to man...
finally sat her down.... And told her... You have got this type of cancer..(TREWDFGHJJKGFXAZGJLKMNBVXZYIOOPIYTREAW) something never heard of..
You are at stage 3....
No treatment known to work on this..... You got maybe 4 months....
BUT........ IF YOU WANT.....
To be a test subject for some new meds...
Well heck... what do I have to loose.
Long story I know......
BUT.......... After 15 years....
She is still here..
Married, 3 kids......
Hang in there......
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« Reply #34 on: October 25, 2017, 07:26:43 PM » |
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Cancer definitely sucks!
Your positive attitude will work wonders!
Our God is a God of healing and prayer works!
You have our prayers from VA.
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« Reply #35 on: October 25, 2017, 07:50:04 PM » |
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Russ , my thoughts and prayers to you and yours. We still have riding to do.
da prez and Bonnie
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« Reply #36 on: October 26, 2017, 06:09:26 AM » |
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I am praying for you Russ.
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« Reply #37 on: October 26, 2017, 06:25:35 AM » |
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Will keep you in my prayers
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« Reply #38 on: October 26, 2017, 07:35:08 AM » |
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Prayers from Mn.
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« Reply #39 on: October 26, 2017, 11:27:07 AM » |
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That sucks. Prayers from MI. I wish you the best.
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