Mortality and, other things
I've been waiting to say anything about why I haven't been on as much the past month and, now it seems is the time, I have all the info I need to tell the story without any holes in it. I was diagnosed with stage 1 cancer of the throat three weeks ago and, I've been waiting to see if it was anywhere else in the old body but, I got lucky, it's only in the throat so, with radiation for the next five weeks, five days a week it should be taken care of.
Prayers and, kindness would be appreciated during that time but, I'll take what I can get. I start radiation treatment tomorrow at 1 in the afternoon.
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We do not always see eye to eye, but I do sincerely wish you all the best for a speedy recovery. You have my payers Sir.
Thanks Doc.
(((Galen)))
Best wishes for your recovery. If you need to chat your virtual friends are willing to listen.
I'm glad they caught it early.
Thanks ((Trout))
Good luck Galen....As stated it's a fairly common cancer and one that is treated successfully.
Well, I figure if my sister and, sister-in-law can beat it I can too. Thanks for the kind words Kav.
I hope to see you right here from now on.
I'll do what I can Vic, it's going to be an everyday thing for me during the week, I'll see what I can do on Saturday's and, after treatments.
Best wishes, Galen..
Thanks Bob.
Galen - I have high hopes for you. Follow the Doc's instructions and you'll kick this can down the road.
Best wishes bud.
Best o luck to ya, I'm sure you'd be back in full fighting order in no time
((((((Galen))))))
Good luck and best wishes, my friend.
(((((Ms. T)))))))
Good luck with your treatment and quick recovery Galen.
Hugs to you Galen.
You got this.
I know you probably won't feel like coming on but just know we are here and in your corner.
(((Galen)))
I'm Irish and, Scottish, this thing has no idea who it attacked but, it will find out.
Oh Galen. What a rollercoaster ... I begin to read and my heart grows heavy. I begin to feel helpless. Then I see they caught it early! That gave me hope. I realized then that helplessness is not the same thing as hopelessness. I don't just hope this is just a blip in your health history, I'm positive with the early diagnosis, your innate sense of determination and with the love of your family and friends that this daunting time will soon be in the rearview mirror of your life. I love you, and kick this throat cancer's ass. I'm afraid the disease has no idea who it's dealing with.
I send you this Native American prayer: “May the sun bring you new energy by day, may the moon softly restore you by night, may the rain wash away your worries, may the breeze blow new strength into your being, may you walk gently through the world and know its beauty all the days of your life.”
Love you.
Cobalt, you always bring a smile to my face and, joy to my heart, thank you.
Here's hoping that everything works out well for you. Best wishes for successful treatment and a quick and easy recovery.
Two treatments down only 23 more to go.
I thought about you throughout the day yesterday.
One step at a time....soon you'll be running.
Yep, gonna happen soon,
Galen, my heart and prayers are with you. It may be a scary time for you, but, hoping that since they caught it early you will be able to survive it.
Please think positive and know that your Friends here on NT are with you and here for you. If you need shoulders to lean on, there are plenty here that are ready and willing for you to lean on.
Remember.....we are all related.
nv-wa-do-hi-ya-dv (Peace)
((((Raven Wing))))
take it slow GMR
Hang in there Brother.
good luck and a full recovery
We'll be thinking of you Galen. Any time you need to talk, we are here to listen (sometimes talking about things helps get you over the hard parts).
We rarely see eye to eye on anything but I think we can agree on this. Listen and do what your doctors say and heal and recover ASAP! You will begin my thoughts and prayers!
Ark, it's only politics that we disagree on, that doesn't matter in the long run of life and, I will do what you say, thanks.
I was just thinking the same thing. Goes to show you that sometimes great minds do think alike! 😉
LOL, I always believed that. Now, get ready, I'm coming over to other seeds.
POSITIVE THINKING!!! You are going to beat it. A friend of mine who preached it and practised it gave her a long life without re-occurrence. My sister-in-law preached and practised positive thinking and was in remission for about 40 years, surviving breast cancer almost to age 80. POSITIVE THINKING!!! From what you've written above, I believe you ARE thinking positively, and you have good reason to do so.
Best of luck and a speedy recovery Galen.
Best to you Galen, sounds like you'll beat this for sure. We're thinking about you !
Best of luck, Galen. You'll come through this just fine.
Best thoughts and energy to you Galen.
Good luck with the treatment, keep your spirits up as best as possible, and come out cancer free with a lifetime ahead. Wish you the best.
I am wishing you the best possible outcome and will eagerly wait for an update when you are ready to share.
Hi Galen,
I am so sorry to hear about the cancer, but the good news is that they got it early. I know someone who had stage 2 throat cancer but had the same treatment ( just longer) and is now 10+ years later cancer free. So let's keep our fingers crossed for the same outcome.
Stay positive!
Wishing you all the best and know that the community is here for you as am I.
Perrie, love you and, thank you for the support you have given me.
Dear Brother Galen Marvin Ross: You are in my thoughts and prayers for the best possible outcome.
I am here for you.
Please never hesitate to contact me by site private note.
From there we can go directly to private emails.
Whatever you want and need in the way of pastoral care and emotional support, let me know.
This is what I do.
No need ever to feel alone with this.
Peace and Abundant Blessings.
Enoch.
Dear Enoch, Thank you for the offer and, I will take you up on it if it is needed,
remember that we are on different paths but, expect the same outcome in life,
I know that Yahweh keeps the door open and, I expect to walk through at some point but,
I won't be doing it for some time.
Dear Friend Galen Marvin Ross: Amen (So be it).
We look forward to your gracing us with your presence and wisdom for many years to come.
Recall that as a Chaplain my role is to respect the values, beliefs and lifestyles of any and all who seek Pastoral Care.
Never worry about us being moved in diverse ways personally.
That will not affect whatever you need from me.
Always what you need and want, only on the terms that are meaningful to you.
P&AB.
Enoch.
Be well and sooner than later.
I'll be back tomorrow, 7/19, today was pretty good, I've learned that I lost 9lbs. so that's a blessing. The treatments seem to be working but, I won't know until they decide to take more pictures and, no you gross MFers, I'm not going to post them.
Sorry, I had a hard time on the 19th and, had to take a weekend to recoop.
Hang in there.
My thoughts are with you Galen. I know you will find the inner strength to carry on. Please keep us posted!
I won't give up without a fight. I haven't missed a session with radiation since I started, that's why I get so tired but, a nap and, some rest with my feet up and, I'm just fine.