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Update - The final one I hope...
« on: June 05, 2012, 08:48:27 AM »
Tim, like my original post on this, if you feel it should be somewhere else feel free to move it.
 
Pete is the latest of several members who have asked me for an update on Kathie.  So I feel I should let everyone know.  She is doing great!  So well in fact that I think the reason I was afraid to post anything was for fear of jinxing her recovery.
 
Last year was a real mess, I can't even remember what I said or asked Ben to relay to everyone.  But it started with a chance discovery of Kathie's cervical cancer, which prompted the doctors to look around.  A DNC revealed stage 3 uterine cancer.  Then when they operated to remove all that they discovered she also had ovarian cancer.
 
But, like I said, all of that was removed and the surrounding tissue and lymph nodes were clear.
 
She had to undergo months of radiation and chemo which made her so sick it would make you cry.
 
But that is done and she is still cancer free.  And they have just changed her exam schedule from every 2 months to every 3 months.
 
But naturally I live in fear that it will come back.  Especially since she had breast cancer 12 years ago.
 
I do want to thank everyone for all their support, concern and especially for their prayers.  After talking to several members of the forum who have gone through or have gone through the same terrible time, I know that we are not alone and I am indeed fortunate; I still have my dear wife.
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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #1 on: June 05, 2012, 09:46:39 AM »
That's wonderful.  Patty and I are still praying for Kathie and Pat Mann.  Her's actually work ::)

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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #2 on: June 05, 2012, 09:49:19 AM »
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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #3 on: June 05, 2012, 10:53:48 AM »
I am so happy that you have good news to report. Kathie was in our prayers, good luck to you and especially Kathie. You sure get attached to them thar wives. Been married 38 years myself and could not imagine life without her.

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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #4 on: June 05, 2012, 10:54:24 AM »
Thats GREAT TO HEAR!!! (I admit I was afraid to ask...  ??? )

I lost my mom to this disease and it was not a pleasent experience.

Something I always herd said, but never took to heart until experiencing her passing then my own heart attack, cherish the days you have because no matter what happens, we NEVER KNOW when the maker calls.

May god bless you and your bride with many more days together.

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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #5 on: June 05, 2012, 11:29:17 AM »
That's wonderful news Richard, I hope an pray she continues on a path to good health, thanks for the update. ;)

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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #6 on: June 05, 2012, 12:45:09 PM »
Still praying....thanks for the update.
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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #7 on: June 05, 2012, 01:21:39 PM »
That's great news, it really puts things into perspective as to what's important.

My girlfriend Kim is going under the knife this Thursday for a double mastectomy so I know what you're going through as far as worrying about losing the one you love.
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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #8 on: June 05, 2012, 03:46:37 PM »
doublebass73 prayers are sent. Atlaw that great news! Will keep you in our prayers still
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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #9 on: June 05, 2012, 03:50:55 PM »
Richard,
Thanks for the update.     I keep Kathie in my prayers every night.    It seems she and my better half are walking a similar road.  But I give thanks every morning for the absence of the big C.    Tanya has been clear now for 24 months.   Prayers and good karma continuing......   God Bless..
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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #10 on: June 05, 2012, 05:48:43 PM »
Great news Richard glad you let us know.
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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #11 on: June 05, 2012, 09:34:26 PM »
Richard, That is wonderful news We wish you and you continued good reports and may God's Blessings Abound
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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #12 on: June 06, 2012, 03:18:11 AM »
doublebass73 prayers are sent. Atlaw that great news! Will keep you in our prayers still

Thank you, we appreciate it.
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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #13 on: June 06, 2012, 11:37:48 AM »
Richard our prayers have been and will continue to be with you both.  You touched on something that most people don't talk about, namely "But naturally I live in fear that it will come back."  It's hard for people who haven't been there to realize how hard that is to live with.  You are always waiting for the other shoe to drop.  In my own case I thought I had it handled well until my 5 year checkup.  I didn't realize how much I was still carrying until the Dr said.  "It's been 5 years and after 5 years of being cancer free we consider you cured."  I felt such a rush of relief that I sat there and cried for several minutes.  Prayers will continue for you and her and also that you can put the fear behind you and just enjoy being together.  44 Man
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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #14 on: June 06, 2012, 01:59:13 PM »
I share your fear my friend, but I hope that you live to be 100 and the wife even more.
 
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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #15 on: June 06, 2012, 03:57:37 PM »
That is great to hear. I lost my mother to breast cancer in '75, my wife had it in 98-99, but she is still here. Every time a test comes back "inconclusive" the fear comes all over again. I wish you the best, and we all pray it stays that way.
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Re: Update - The final one I hope...
« Reply #16 on: June 06, 2012, 04:25:43 PM »
Richard- Thank you for the update, she and you have been remembered here at home in our prayers since we learned of her illness. I am thankful she has been mending/ mended and will continue prayers now and then.
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