Bird
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Thanks for the update, Rick. I'm sure you know that a lot of us have been thinking of Lexi and the family and wondering how she was doing. That sounds great, and with God's help, may the news continue to get even better.
We need your prayers.
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Bird
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</font><font color="blue" class="small">( I don't believe it was the chemo-therapy that helped with the CT. It was GOD )</font>
Dick, I sure ain't gonna get into any theological discussion with you, but it's OK with me for someone to say the chemo did it, 'cause we'll never really know whether it was the chemo or not, but even if it was, the Good Lord put those chemicals on earth and enabled some doctors to learn to use them, so it's still God's hand any way you look at it.
Dick, I sure ain't gonna get into any theological discussion with you, but it's OK with me for someone to say the chemo did it, 'cause we'll never really know whether it was the chemo or not, but even if it was, the Good Lord put those chemicals on earth and enabled some doctors to learn to use them, so it's still God's hand any way you look at it.
frank_f15
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IT CERTAINLY SOUNDS ENCOURAGING! thanks for the update.
Like you say Bird. We won't get into a theological discussion, for I have the advantage, you couldn't win it. But like I said it was God, like Chemo can't be depended on to do it. My brother died of cancer and he had it. I didn't even know it till he was almost gone, as he didn't want people to know and worry. He said it Chemo was so bad he was laying on the table takeing it and was feeling sorry for himself, till he looked over and saw a young boy around 15 also getting it. He said he never felt sorry for himself after that. So again I say without God it very well might not do anything.
bky
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rick my prayers are with you and the family there isnt anything more speical than a child. and i pray that your speical gift will be well and back on her feet in no time .
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Rick, Lexi and family
In addition to our prayers and best wishes, I would like to share my experience with you.
Believe me, the power of prayer works and I can verify if from personal experience. Late afternoon, July 17, 2002 (two days after retirement) I went to emergency with severe stomach pain. Shortly after I was admitted, I swelled up and became delirious. They took a CatScan and said that I had large tumors in every major organ in my lower body, including one that had blocked off the intestines and forced all the waste poisons back up into my system. They pulled my wife aside and said that even if they removed the blockage I was at Stage Five terminal cancer and could only live a few more days. From the initial biopsy and then the subsequent one taken when they removed the tumor blocking my intestine, they found my cancer was a rare type called Gastro Intestinal Stromal Tumor-GIST, untreatable by conventional Chemo and Radiation Therapy. . Though I had some problems for a year prior, internal bleeding, congestion, diarrhea, shortness of breath, this came as a complete surprise to me, my wife, and all of the doctors who involved in the diagnosis. It had grown large enough to completely restrict my bowels and then burst open spreading poison throughout my body.
When I woke up five days later, I was told that there was bad news and good news. The fact that I was full of cancer was devastating but they had some hope for me (thanks to the prayers of everyone that knew me). The research from my Oncologist (Dr. John Klune) along with the other doctors that operated removing most of my intestines, etc. discovered an experimental Chemo Therapy developed to treat leukemia that had also shown dramatic results with my rare type of cancer.. The Chemo is called Gleevec and is in capsule form. It was said to work on less than 20% of the patients with Gastro Intestinal Stromal Tumor, but they wanted me to try it. It is a very expensive drug (cost for my treatment is $6000 per month (thank god for health insurance) Now the unbelievable (power of prayer). Slightly over a year later, I have gone back to teaching a couple of classes in the fall and have enjoyed countless hours of work on my little tractors in re-landscaping our home. The last CatScan has revealed the mass has shrunk so small, the doctors would not find it if they did not know where to look. There are a few side effects, not all bad. While food tastes terrible and I have had, until recently, a lot of bile that creates a very bad taste in my mouth, I have maintained my weight thanks to a wife that watches my diet. The other notable effect is my totally grey to white hair has returned to nearly as dark as it was when I was a young man. I can live with both.
Again, for both my wife and I, when it appeared to be the darkest days ahead, something out there interceded and I go to sleep every night and wake up every morning with a little prayer of thanks.
I read your first and last posts to Lisa, my wife. While I was typing this post, she got on the internet and found some information to share. She actually did a lot of the research on Gleevec for my doctors, and occasionally is able to give me additional information to take to them when I go for follow-up exams.
From Lisa
I am a firm believer in the power of internet in modern medicine. When Leo was diagnosed with GIST, I researched it on the web, and I knew more-in some cases-about the peculiarities of his cancer and the medication for it than his doctors did. I did a quick search for Lymphoma and the site below popped up. It looks to be the best of the info sites, but I would check internet for others as well:
http://www.lymphomainnovations.com
This site appears to be the most up-to-date treatments for non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, which is what I assume your little girl has. You can also register for free on it and any new medical procedures/news will be immediately sent to your email. In addition, if you "turn" to the following page:
http://www.lymphomainnovations.com/lymphomainnovations/nhl.asp
You can even see web broadcasts from specialists in the treatment of this particular type of cancer.
My brother's stepdaughter is a little girl named "Lexi" as well, same age as your daughter, so I'm taking this personally. I'll keep searching and have Leo post anything new that I find for you.
A word of hope for you. Leo's medicine was not available less than 2 years ago, and there was no treatment (beyond early surgical intervention) for his type of cancer. I can tell you that technology is wonderful and miracles do happen. I see a miracle every time I look out the window and see Leo healthy and happily mowing the lawn on his tractor.
God be with you, Lexi and your family
In addition to our prayers and best wishes, I would like to share my experience with you.
Believe me, the power of prayer works and I can verify if from personal experience. Late afternoon, July 17, 2002 (two days after retirement) I went to emergency with severe stomach pain. Shortly after I was admitted, I swelled up and became delirious. They took a CatScan and said that I had large tumors in every major organ in my lower body, including one that had blocked off the intestines and forced all the waste poisons back up into my system. They pulled my wife aside and said that even if they removed the blockage I was at Stage Five terminal cancer and could only live a few more days. From the initial biopsy and then the subsequent one taken when they removed the tumor blocking my intestine, they found my cancer was a rare type called Gastro Intestinal Stromal Tumor-GIST, untreatable by conventional Chemo and Radiation Therapy. . Though I had some problems for a year prior, internal bleeding, congestion, diarrhea, shortness of breath, this came as a complete surprise to me, my wife, and all of the doctors who involved in the diagnosis. It had grown large enough to completely restrict my bowels and then burst open spreading poison throughout my body.
When I woke up five days later, I was told that there was bad news and good news. The fact that I was full of cancer was devastating but they had some hope for me (thanks to the prayers of everyone that knew me). The research from my Oncologist (Dr. John Klune) along with the other doctors that operated removing most of my intestines, etc. discovered an experimental Chemo Therapy developed to treat leukemia that had also shown dramatic results with my rare type of cancer.. The Chemo is called Gleevec and is in capsule form. It was said to work on less than 20% of the patients with Gastro Intestinal Stromal Tumor, but they wanted me to try it. It is a very expensive drug (cost for my treatment is $6000 per month (thank god for health insurance) Now the unbelievable (power of prayer). Slightly over a year later, I have gone back to teaching a couple of classes in the fall and have enjoyed countless hours of work on my little tractors in re-landscaping our home. The last CatScan has revealed the mass has shrunk so small, the doctors would not find it if they did not know where to look. There are a few side effects, not all bad. While food tastes terrible and I have had, until recently, a lot of bile that creates a very bad taste in my mouth, I have maintained my weight thanks to a wife that watches my diet. The other notable effect is my totally grey to white hair has returned to nearly as dark as it was when I was a young man. I can live with both.
Again, for both my wife and I, when it appeared to be the darkest days ahead, something out there interceded and I go to sleep every night and wake up every morning with a little prayer of thanks.
I read your first and last posts to Lisa, my wife. While I was typing this post, she got on the internet and found some information to share. She actually did a lot of the research on Gleevec for my doctors, and occasionally is able to give me additional information to take to them when I go for follow-up exams.
From Lisa
I am a firm believer in the power of internet in modern medicine. When Leo was diagnosed with GIST, I researched it on the web, and I knew more-in some cases-about the peculiarities of his cancer and the medication for it than his doctors did. I did a quick search for Lymphoma and the site below popped up. It looks to be the best of the info sites, but I would check internet for others as well:
http://www.lymphomainnovations.com
This site appears to be the most up-to-date treatments for non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, which is what I assume your little girl has. You can also register for free on it and any new medical procedures/news will be immediately sent to your email. In addition, if you "turn" to the following page:
http://www.lymphomainnovations.com/lymphomainnovations/nhl.asp
You can even see web broadcasts from specialists in the treatment of this particular type of cancer.
My brother's stepdaughter is a little girl named "Lexi" as well, same age as your daughter, so I'm taking this personally. I'll keep searching and have Leo post anything new that I find for you.
A word of hope for you. Leo's medicine was not available less than 2 years ago, and there was no treatment (beyond early surgical intervention) for his type of cancer. I can tell you that technology is wonderful and miracles do happen. I see a miracle every time I look out the window and see Leo healthy and happily mowing the lawn on his tractor.
God be with you, Lexi and your family
thcri
Elite Member
Rick,
The attached link is a preview of a video I have. I watch and listen to it a lot. My wife and I sit together. Be prepared for tears as God's Love is displayed. This video is great for times of trouble and times of joy. You may already have it or have seen it.
Father's Love Letter
murph
I will pray for Lexi and your whole family
The attached link is a preview of a video I have. I watch and listen to it a lot. My wife and I sit together. Be prepared for tears as God's Love is displayed. This video is great for times of trouble and times of joy. You may already have it or have seen it.
Father's Love Letter
murph
I will pray for Lexi and your whole family
rocky2
Silver Member
I wish I could give you words that could ease your fears and sorrows, but all I can offer are heartfelt prayers for your little one and your family. Have faith, hope and belief. "For whatever is born of God overcomes the world; and this is the victory that overcomes the world, our faith."
NIXON
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There's nothing I can do or say to you that will help your Daughter . I only wish there was . I'm not especially religious , But I believe there is something greater than us . I'll pray for your daughters recovery . John
wroughtn_harv
Super Member
Morning Rick,
Thanks for the update. We're glad for you.
I'm one to always look for the silver lining. A cloud always has one. Even one as dark as the one your family is facing right now.
As convoluted a logic as it might seem I think you might take this event as a blessing from one perspective. You have been exposed to the fragility of life at the place most vulnerable to you. This has exposed you to the importance of the little things that make life so very wonderful. Hopefully as she recovers and your life gets back to normal the appreciation for the little things will not diminish. Your family will be much richer because you recognise the value of the small things.
You and yours have been given the opportunity to see things in the proper perspective. It would never have happened without this crisis.
One of the ironies of life is it's the hardhships that make us strong, the pain that makes us feel, and the threat of loss that makes us appreciate.
Thanks for the update. We're glad for you.
I'm one to always look for the silver lining. A cloud always has one. Even one as dark as the one your family is facing right now.
As convoluted a logic as it might seem I think you might take this event as a blessing from one perspective. You have been exposed to the fragility of life at the place most vulnerable to you. This has exposed you to the importance of the little things that make life so very wonderful. Hopefully as she recovers and your life gets back to normal the appreciation for the little things will not diminish. Your family will be much richer because you recognise the value of the small things.
You and yours have been given the opportunity to see things in the proper perspective. It would never have happened without this crisis.
One of the ironies of life is it's the hardhships that make us strong, the pain that makes us feel, and the threat of loss that makes us appreciate.