Dearest Friends,
I want you to know that we aren’t going to talk about cancer every day. In fact, I will relish the day when we can look back and say, “oh remember when Lisa kicked cancer’s ass???” Clusterfook is not about to become a cancer blog. It’s just that cancer has become a big part of my life…and this is a “life” blog…my life.
Today my life took an unexpected, wicked turn and I’m right back to where I was a week ago, feeling like I have to apologize for what I’m about to tell you. After all the support you have given me I feel like I’m about to let you down. I mean, you can only take so much before you say, “whoa, this chick is a total downer…clickin’ the X, upper right!”
Here it goes…
I met with the oncologist to get the results of my biopsy and things didn’t go very well. When they did the biopsy they had to do a CT scan to see what they were doing before they poked me with a very large needle, ouch. I wondered what the flury of activity and excitement was all about but no one was saying anything to me. I just figured that’s the way they all acted when they did a biopsy. Well it turns out I’m an idiot who should ask more questions.
Well it seems that the cancer has spread beyond my abdomen and liver…it’s now in my lungs. God only knows where else it is so I’ll need more tests but that’s not the bad news. Here’s where you might want to use that ‘upper right “X” option’ if you are ready to jump out of your blogging window. The type of ovarian cancer I have doesn’t respond well to chemotherapy so the doctor doesn’t have high hopes for a good outcome.
I looked at him and said, “I’m going to kick cancer’s ass…I have things to do!”
I wish I could tell you he was supportive of my attitude. He doesn’t understand that I’m not ready to die, I’m not ready to throw in the towel, and I’m not ready to give up. There is just NO FUCKING WAY!
So here we are at an ackward pause…I’m leaving you again, not knowing what to say. Please, please, please do not tell me you are sorry. Why be sorry? You didn’t give me cancer or cause this. Instead let’s talk about something worth fighting for. What would you fight for? World peace? A place in line for tickets to the best concert in town? The last peanut M&M in the bowl?
I, for one, plan on fighting for my life…and that last peanut M&M…
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Here’s to kicking ass then!
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I would fight for love. For the taste of the first kiss with the man I love. For the chance to become the person I always wanted to be, but never thought I could be. For the moment I realize that a dream has come true, either for me or someone else. I would fight for the first day of Spring and the last day of Summer vacation. And friends. Because they SO rock. Much love to you, my new friend. -Tracy
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You. That’s what I would fight for.
f the world was filled with more people like you, who were brave enough to share their stories and give hope to people who might otherwise not have any, it would be a much better place.
My thoughts are with you and your family.
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Besides fighting for my right to party? I guess I would fight for my place in this crazy, fucked up world. First I have to find that place, y’know, but I’d like to think that I would be strong enough to defend it after all the searching.
You said you don’t want any “I’m sorrys” so I’m just going to say you’re in my thoughts.
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Dave2, I almost feel like that should be a toast, that I should have a shot of Jaggermeister and should be shouting “bottoms up!”
Tracy, All awesome things to fight for. Love and dreams especially…
Slobokan, O.K. you made me cry…not fair. Here I feel like I’m just a big downer sharing bad news…but thanks you.
diz, Awesome…your right to party. I loved the Beastie Boys. Learn to stop fighting and just be where you are. When I learned to do that I found so much peace it was amazing.
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Right now I have to fight the fear I have for Tense to start using mood altering drugs. BUT I want what is good for her so the drugs will have be used. I just don’t have to like it…
geek’s last blog post..I am so boring
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Why does this keep happening? Damn it. And I absolutely HAVE to say that I am sorry. My God.
The way you have been going on with your life while awaiting these results, movies, work, BLOGGING!, is crazy to me, because I would’ve just curled up in a big ball.
You are amazing, SO strong. I have zero doubt that you won’t kick its ass.
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geek, Email me privately because I have a lot of experience with those kind of drugs. Perhaps I can offer some helpful insight and calm any fears.
smizzo, I have two choices…one of which is not an option or luxury I can exercise. That would be depression so curling up in a ball…no can do. The minute I stop living I’ll crumble. Never underestimate what you can do until you are pushed to the brink of utter insanity.
Strong? I don’t know. Experienced? Yes. I’ve got a life resume about 12 pages long.
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Dammit, Lisa. I won’t say I’m sorry, but I will say this sucks so much more than I can possibly express, and I’m pissed at cancer and at the doctors who didn’t take care of you as they should have last time. I wish I didn’t have to say “last time.”
I would fight for Geek. I would fight for my daughter. I can talk badly about them all I want, but I will fight anyone else who thinks they have that right. They are mine for as long as God will let me have them in my life, and I will fight to keep them if necessary.
Love ya’, lady.
Tense Teacher’s last blog post..I LOL’d
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As I was sitting her, looking sad trying to not cry. The Boy came up and gave me a kiss and a wink. He’s worth fighting for. I think all kids are. (Even bratty OWL from down the street.)
I’d fight to get off my rather large ass and get it done. I’d fight to help you, and other like you fight.
And hope that I only pick the good fights.
I was hoping against hope that this news would be different. I really was.
As for the Last M&M well you can have it.
Nat’s last blog post..There is a light and it never goes out
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What would I fight for? To eliminate the suffering that my friends have to go through. It’s not fair that you have to deal with cancer, that another friend has HIV, that another friend has serious complications from diabetes.
And I’d also fight to keep the manufacturers of blinkie wands and tiaras in business!
I PPH you. Rest up so you’re prepared for the ass kicking you’re gonna give!
Monique’s last blog post..A Much Calmer Day
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I think my last comment got lost in cybersapce. I apologize if this is a double post.
Normally I would fight you for the last M&M but I let you have it. M&Ms make the world a better place, and really it’s not worth the fight.
I’d Fight for a cure or something to help you and everyone else out there. All that pain and suffering. That would be worth fighting.
I’d say I’d fight for world peace and well, but it seems like an oxymoron. And I haven’t done it yet.
I’d fight for my son and your kids, and all those kids out there who need us.
But right now I just wish I could fight to make you all better. (I’m such a mom.)
Nat’s last blog post..There is a light and it never goes out
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Justin and I fight for one another everyday. After being apart for so long, and with us both on different sides of the planet, we fight to be together, to be strong and to love one another always.
Lisa, you will kick cancers ass AGAIN and you have tons of people behind you who love and care for you.
xoxo
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You make me smile, through the bad. Do it, Lisa. Fight.
I’m not giving up on you, but I want you to know (in case you didn’t) that no matter how this turns out you’re being an incredible example to your daughters.
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I want to give you the biggest hug in the world and a pair of combat boots. <3! And I am sorry… sorry for stupid canSer that is because it doesn’t even know the ass whooping it’s about to receive!
Girlinthecrosswalk’s last blog post..Good news and Bad news.
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I have absolutely no doubt in my mind that YOU will fight for those beautiful daughters, and the man. And for the bragging rights (something’s gotta come of it) that you kicked a 3-peat CANCER’S ASS. (que the Rocky theme)
I would fight like hell for my daughter, who still – as strong woman of 28 – needs her mama. I would fight like hell for my grandkids, to see all that they have to offer this scary world we call home.
MUCH LOVE, MANY HUGS…you are strong, you are loved…YOU.ARE.READY.TO.KICK.SOME.ASS.
Tug’s last blog post..Hell could blow away while Tug begs.
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P.S. – Got my bracelet today – beautiful! Keep making them – I want 2 more, I plan on giving one to my daughter, and one to my mom. But not without keeping one.
Tug’s last blog post..Hell could blow away while Tug begs.
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I would fight for love and for good things to happen to good people.
I won’t say I’m sorry, but I will say I PPH you and your strength inspires me in ways I can’t put on paper.
*hugs*
Sodapop’s last blog post..I am so glad!
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You. I would fight for you.
I know. Words are cheap.
But it comes from my heart. My soul.
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Lisa,
I wonder how many times have I started writing this entry and found myself erasing the words, searching for the right thing to say. I’d fight for the words or actions that would give you the strength, courage, conviction and humor you will need in the days ahead.
Muchas smoochas.
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Hi, it’s me again. I know that prostate and ovarian cancer are SO VERY different, but I wanted to tell you that 3 1/2 years ago when I talked to my dad’s doctors, they told me that his cancer had spread to his bones, and possibly to his liver. (He made them stop talking to me before I could get the full story) Today, he’s still doing well…enough so that if I hadn’t talked to his doctors personally, I wouldn’t have a clue. Totally different, I know – BUT. There IS hope. There IS love…and you’ve got a whole blogland’s worth of support, thoughts & prayers behind you my friend.
Tug’s last blog post..Hell could blow away while Tug begs.
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I’d fight the good fight for you to have a truckload of peanut M&M’s and anything and everything those two precious girls of yours desire.
cajunvegan’s last blog post..Thankless
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I won’t say I’m sorry, I won’t say why because those aren’t going to change anything. What’s most important is that you have so many people out here that LOVE you. I am absolutely amazed at what this blogging community (your close friends) have done for you. Utterly Impressed.
With that, I would fight for everyone going through a rough time in their life. Everyone who has tried and given so much in their life, and people like you who are fighting for their life, SO much. And, well… that last M&M would be worth it too!
You ARE going to kick the cancers ass, no absolute doubt about it. Your attitude is amazing, your heart is amazing, your friends are amazing, your family is amazing, and you yourself as a whole, inside and out are amazing and you have SO MANY people that look up to you and admire your strength. That’s what YOU have to fight for, and it’s all so so so worth it. I don’t have to tell you that, you know that already. Duh!
((((HUGS)))) Lisa… lots of them.
Krystle’s last blog post..What difficult thing could you give up?
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I would fight with any weapon I could find for the total elimination of cancer in any form from the entire world. I fucking HATE that selfish, greedy disease.
I would also fight like hell for completely FREE full medical care for everyone. Other countries do it. We could too. NO ONE should have to suffer because they cannot afford the care they need.
And I would kick the living shinola out of any woman who tried to take my man. But that’s a story for another day.
Big hugs to you, hon!
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I would fight for you to keep on having the strength you have. But you’re doing a fine job on your own. Keep fighting, Lisa. We’re all rootin’ for ya!
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Right now – I am fighting back tears because something I wanted so badly just isn’t going to happen.
I would fight for the last chocolate chip cookie!
I would most definitely put in some fighting time, kicking your cancer’s ass, if I could.
And I agree with Mrs. F – FUCK CANCER!!!!
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I just bought a bag of Peanut M&M’s tonight, I will gladly share with you. And my Twizzlers too. =)
You’re amazing. Your words are powerful and I am glad that I happened upon your blog. I know we don’t really know each other, but I have tears running down my cheek right now, and I am rooting for you. I’m rooting for you so hard. Give cancer hell!
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Kick cancer’s ass!
The peanut m & m is well worth fighting over in my book.
sizzle’s last blog post..He’s the Cheesiest
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I would fight for strength. And I’d give it all to you.
Lisa…you do have things to do. Fuck cancer. Fight it baby. We’re all with you.
xoxo
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How about you and I have a fight over who can do the bestest curtsy with our crowns and wands!? I know you would probably win hands down but dammit I am up for the challenge if you are!!
This is just a wrinkle Lisa. A wrinkle. Do not let any of that set you back by any means.
ocb’s last blog post..Because we can!
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I would fight for another chance to eat ramen. Yeap. That’s right. If we all ate more ramen, I bet we would feel a lot better. Ok, maybe not. But seriously? I would fight for everyone out there who never had the chance to fight for themselves. I would fight for everyone who didn’t have the strength to fight. I would fight for you.
You.
Are.
Awesome.
P.S. Not to imply that you don’t have the strength to fight. But shit you know what I mean!
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You go girl!! Nothing better than fight for but “life”!…and you’re gonna do it!!
And I’ll fight for that luscious glass of red wine!! Hey I have issues….wine is good!
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lol…okay…that last comment of mine almost sounds as though I’ve had too many “luscious glasses of red wine”…I meant…
“You go girl!!! Nothing better than fighting for “life”!!!…and you’re gonna do it!!! I know it!!
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fight for those beautiful little girls of yours.
and teach them how to be like their brave mamma.
remember, laugh a lot. it has done wonders for people with cancer, I am not kidding.
hugs and my best wishes.
Even after reading this, I still have a feeling youre going to be OK.
I am RARELY ever wrong when it comes to my sixth sense. Have faith.
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you don’t know me but i stumbled upon these pages a few days back and ever since you have been on my mind and in my prayers.
i am going to keep your family in my prayers too.
you sound like a strong, funny and extraordinary person and there should be many more people like you in this world.
let the cancer ass kicking begin!
missy wiggins’s last blog post..bring on the tears.
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I would fight to grow old with my husband. I would fight for my family, I would fight to make my mark on this world in a good way.
This news sucks…but keep fighting.
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Dammit! Okay, so we’ll just move on to something else.
I would fight for my friends. Not like physically because I’m a bit of a weenie. But I would totally stand up for them if they’re in the right and they were getting picked on or were down in the dumps or something.
I would also fight for iced tea.
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Well, one of the things I’d fight for is to get your sweet ass to Disney with the fam. But since I’ve done what I can in that arena (as have gobs of others)…
I’d fight for my meds. I’m a total mess without them. Shit, I’m a total mess WITH them!
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OK so I won’t tell you I am sorry to hear all that (although you know I am and we all are). What I will tell you is that I (and I am sure everyone else here) is 1000% (yes, there is one “0″ too much in there) behind you on deciding to fight for your life! Hell! It’s YOUR Life! PPH!!!!
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Just like you – I fought for my life. When I was diagnosed with late stage cervical cancer (IVa) in December 2005, the doctors were telling me and my family that my chances were very slim of making it.
Added to that, I had some major complications like an extensive DVT, a dangerous medication reaction and THREE bleeds in my head.
I told my son that the cancer wasn’t going to win – I promised him that I’d fight.
Next month I celebrate my second anniversary in remission. My doctor frankly thinks I’m a miracle. At my last visit, he told me that I was the ONLY cervical cancer patient who was diagnosed at such a late stage who has gone so long without a relapse.
Helping me in my fight were my extensive family. They all mobilized prayer networks in their churches and the prayers spread – there were people praying for me all across the country.
When I read your story, I asked that they pray just as hard for you as they did for me. (Even if you don’t believe – there have been scientific studies proving that patients who are prayed for have better results.)
So, you go on and FIGHT! No one fights harder than a momma whose children are endangered. I fought so my son wouldn’t lose his mom. I know you’re fighting for the same reason and that makes you a force to be reckoned with!
Kick cancer’s ass!!!!!
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Okay, I’m not going to say I’m sorry, then. You can and WILL kick cancer’s ass! We are all here for you!
*hugs tight*
Colin Brooks’s last blog post..cutting school to enjoy the sun
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I would fight for my kids to know they were loved.
I would fight to be able to say I lived a life of no regrets.
I would fight for you to have the strength you need to LIVE every single day.
Miss Britt’s last blog post..Shhhhh….
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I would fight for my kids.
You are stronger than this. Prayers with you.
Amy’s last blog post..I’m still here!
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My kids and my husband are worth fighting. My parents, my sister, and the rest of my family are worth fighting for.
God Bless you in your fight, and may He give you hope and courage (even more than what you already have, of course!)
This Mom’s last blog post..Goodbye
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First, my thoughts are again with you and your family. We all know you can kick this in the ass!
Hmm, what am I fighting for? Let me think, I’m fighting for getting out of my parents house and out on my own. I’m fighting for raising money and awarness for the local SPCA and just fighting various small battles in this thing we call life!
B’s last blog post..10 Days To Go Until The SPCA March!
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I had peanut M&Ms yesterday and thought of you. You’re in my prayers.
What’s worth fighting for?
1- To hear my nieces and nephews laugh
2- The “good” seat at the movie theater, where no one can kick your chair.
3- A kick ass parking spot in NYC
4- Friends who keep calling you even when you have forgotten to call them back
5- Family who will be mad at someone with you because that person hurt you
6- Leaning back and looking at the sky while swinging at the playground
7- Snowball fights and snow “angels”
8- Listening to waves crash on the shore
9- The smell of fresh cut grass
10- Rainbows
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I would fight to see my daughters’ weddings. I know it sounds trite because they are going to do so many wonderful, heroic, world-changing, adventurous things, but I still want to see their fairytales come true. You do, too.
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I am a new reader to your blog – I am astounded at the level of fight with in the human spirit. Not mine, I am not made that way. What I want to share is that I think you have a lot to live and fight for.
A friend of mine is a healer of sorts, but that is not the point I am here to make. His mother was diagnosed with cancer – everywhere and lived for years – many good years – so fight the cancer, but live your life.
I am sure you have heard of Randy Pausch the Carnegie Mellon professor who has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer – has outlives all expectations – perhaps there is something within all he has written which may be of help, comfort or hope to you.
Judy’s last blog post..Life is fleeting – what will you do?
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I am a new reader to your blog – I am astounded at the level of fight within the human spirit. We are made, I think, to survive against all odds. What I write to share is that I think you have a lot to live and fight for.
A friend of mine is a healer of sorts, but that is not the point I am here to make. This is. His mother was diagnosed with cancer – everywhere and lived for years – many good years – so fight the cancer, but live your life. Medically she shouldn’t have been alive – but she was, and in his view it was because she lived on her terms and was able to take joy into her soul each and every day.
I am sure you have heard of Randy Pausch the Carnegie Mellon professor who has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer – he has outlived his diagnosis and outlived it with a degree of health. Perhaps there is something within all he has written which may be of help, comfort or hope to you.
I fight to give joy to my son even when I feel none in my heart. I brought him into this life – I want to give him that gift. Sometimes it is really hard but when I see his goodness and capacity for joy, it makes me feel better.
Judy’s last blog post..Life is fleeting – what will you do?
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Tense, I wish we didn’t have to say “last time” either but I realized that we don’t have the time and energy for anger.
Geek and your daughter are awesome and very important things to fight for…and I think it’s doubly awesome that you recognize them as God’s gifts to you.
Love ya too
Nat, Children are amazing…they seem to know at the right moments when we need a hug, don’t they? You know that you can get up “off your ass” to fight…look into the Relay For Life where you live. Go to http://www.cancer.org
Always pick and choose your fights carefully.
Monique, I am so sorry that you have to watch your friends suffer. Sometimes I think that’s worse than the person suffering from the disease because you feel so helpless.
I love my blinkie wand and tiara. Thank you for reminding me to rest. I PPH you too.
Nat, For some reason you get caught in my Spam Karma. I think it’s a Type Pad thing.
Fighting for the children is an awesome thing. There are plenty of children who need extra TLC.
Divalicious, Relationships are a lot of work and those that are good are well worth fighting for.
I’m overwhelmed by the amount of people who care about me. I’m glad that I’m open to their love and support.
Poppy, It makes me happy that I can make you smile through this…very happy because I don’t want people to be sad. Thank you for not giving up on me because if people give up on me I might lose the battle, you know?
I hope and pray that my daughters learn from me…God I hope and pray.
Girl, I could use those boots for sure and an ass whooping it will get.
Tug, Bragging rights indeed.
Family is always worth fighting for…I think it’s one of the most important things we can fight for.
I’m so glad you received your bracelet and even happier that you like it. I made some more this morning and hope to have the energy to make more later today.
Sodapop, I PPH you too.
Mattie, You are awesome that you would fight for me. That’s so sweet.
Colleen, I’m sorry that it was difficult for you to write…you don’t need to find the right words. I know you are behind me
I love that…muchas smoochas.
OK…posting 10 comments at a time in case I lose them like I did last night.
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I fight for family. I fight for friendship. I fight for friends that need help. I fight for causes I feel important. Did you hear/read how much I collected for The Jimmy Fund? Family, friends and causes. That’s it. If a fight saves someone I care about, totally worth it.
Hugs to you my friend.
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Tug, Cancer is like a big crap shoot and I won’t stop until I find a doctor who isn’t going to give up on me.
The support I’m receiving from the online community is what’s keeping me sane and carrying me.
cajunvegan, You are awesome as well. Those two little girls want their mother around as long as possible.
Krystle, I’m dumbfounded by what the blogging community has done for me. Explaining it to the “real” community has been a trip too. They are amazed.
I hope you are right…that I can kick cancer’s ass. It’s my plan and it’s on my “Things To Do” list.
SJ, Medical care is a huge issue for so many people. I wish I knew what the solution was to that dilemma. It’s one that I could face very soon if chemotherapy doesn’t work.
Fighting for your man is a thing I also understand.
annie, Thanks annie…I wouldn’t have the strength I have if it weren’t for all of you…trust me. Your support is what keeps me going and that’s not bullshit.
Mrs. F, Best comment ever.
Miss Ilexa, I’m sorry…I didn’t mean to make you cry
However I’m glad that you picked yourself up and are now after the cookies
Does Mrs. F have the best comment ever??
Gina, I would have been happy to share some of my 90 ounces of M&M’s with you ya know.
Thanks for the compliment but I’m not really amazing. I’m just someone with an illness, dealing with it the best I can.
sizzle, I get the last green M&M!
Karen, That is beautiful because I need all the strength I can get.
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ocb, Oooo, a curtsy contest…like a princess contest??? I’m down.
Yes, a wrinkle. Great way to put it.
yoshi, Ramen. I used to eat that in college when I was 18. I understand what you mean by strength and I do need it. Physically I need it because I find myself very drained, very tired. Mentally I’m totally on my game.
Thanks…you are awesome too.
Lujza, You fight for that wine girl and enjoy a glass or two for me!
Angie, I hope your sixth sense is on spot. I have a good sense of humor and I hope that gets me through a lot of this.
missywiggins, Welcome to Clusterfook. Thank you for keeping me in your prayers.
Mishka, I want to fight to grow old with my husband too.
Karl, I want to get there ASAP. I’m hoping to have the plans in place this week.
I’m with you on the meds. My life was a total shithouse without them. That’s a fight that’s totally worth it.
DutchBitch, I’ll take 1000%, I mean how awesome is that?
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ArkieRN, You my friend are a complete inspiration to me. Thank you for proving that it can be done…that when all odds are against you, you can win. Thank you.
Collin, That’s right, I will. And I’m grateful that I have such a wonderful support system.
Amy, That’s definitely why I’m fighting.
This Mom, Family is definitely worth fighting for. Thank you…I can use all the courage I can get.
B, Fighting for the SPCA is a cause near and dear to my youngest daughter’s heart. She gets so upset when we drive past the Animal Rescue League.
Dimplz, Awesome list.
teachergirl, I also can’t wait to see my daughter’s weddings. Doesn’t sound trite at all.
Judy, I have not heard of Randy Pausch before. I’ll have to look him up and do some research…thanks.
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Hahaha! That made me giggle! Support system! teeeheeeeee! XD
Colin Brooks’s last blog post..cutting school to enjoy the sun
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Chatty, You are doing great with the Jimmy Fund!!!
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I love your “kick ass” attitude and if you doctor doesn’t have a similar one then maybe you should kick his.
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Nobody has the final say about the outcome of your cancer except you. Doctors only know about science and science is only half the story. Don’t let any doctor diminish your will to fight. I know from personal experience, a dad who beat recurrent leukemia, that will to live is more powerful than medicine. Kick some ass!
Right now I am not feeling smart enough to think of anything cool to say I would fight for. So laundry. And peace.
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You’re definitely setting an excellent example for things worth fighting for.
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Awh hun, you didn’t make me cry at all. It wasn’t you, whatsoever!!!! Just crappy circumstances over in my part of the world!
And yes, she does have the best comment ever! Is there an award for that???
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Doctors aren’t always right! And where there is a will, there is a way.
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Time to get a new doctor. I’ve survived stage IV breast cancer for 4 years (5 years total if you count the first diagnosis of cancer) and my doctor is VERY supportive of my need to survive. I have three young children who are counting on me doing this.
Ask about Avastin if you are already not on it – it’s not a chemo – it’s an antiobody with little/no side effects and was approved a few years ago for Ovarian. I know many women who would tell you this was their MIRACLE drug.
Good luck to you.
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Zactima is a drug you should definitely try. I only tell you that because it recently was used in a trial for the cancer I have to shrink medullary thyroid cancer tumors which don’t respond at all to chemo. During the trial they found out that Zactima also shrinks tumors in the lungs that aren’t responsive to chemo.
Please contact Duke University about it and feel free to email me if you want more info and a few contacts. Anything to help you.
My cancer has spread to my lungs as well but so far it’s still small so I’m still all good.
Hang in there and “Fuck Cancer” is on one of my favorite shirts. lol.
Jos last blog post..Happy Birthday To ME!!
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