@KenofAhwlby As you may or may not know, @motie2 is an avid EA Carey man, and with the VERY remote chance he didn't know about the booklet, I thought I'd put it out there... The cobs seem to be a pretty good deal as well as the offer on the back (if one is in need or looking for those items)...
early saturday morning I passed two full cups of blood from belly hole. Went to ER at 6am. Spent all day there. Have another goddam foley and no explanation where bleeding from... But it an't good. I'm right back to where i was in april. Damn.
@motie2 I do not know what to say buddy.......I am so sorry for your medical situation. Just, PLEASE do not give up or get so frustrated that you do not care anymore. Believe me, I know what you are feeling and thinking. I too am frustrated with what is going on with me, and during the day I feel like just stopping my treatment and giving up a thousand times, I catch myself feeling sorry for myself and thinking of all the people who are worse off than me. When I go to get my chemo treatment I see people older than me (imagine that!), in much worse shape than I at this point, and they are smiling through their issues and treatments with great personalities and outlooks. I have too many people to let down to give up. I know that and I need to keep that as my reason for staying the course.
You too need to see the path that you are to follow. You being a man of God know that this life is a test. And although I have no doubt you have already passed that test, you too have too many people to give up on, or get down on yourself. A positive outlook (as hard as that might be at this time) is absolutely necessary to get you through this.
So I continue to pray for you, and think about you. Remember sometimes to get to where you want to go, you get knocked back a few times from the progress to your goal. Sort of 2 steps forward and 1 step back.
Keep the faith.......I remember the mantra in Boot Camp, "Life Sucks, wear your helmet".....wow is that true.
I hate hearing that news you just shared today @motie2 . Please keep us updated as your situation allows. We all continue to pray for some progress to start happening real soon. Baby steps, giant steps, whatever, as long as it is in the right direction. Hang in there and try not to get discouraged brother (I know, easier said than done...).
@pwkarch Great, inspirational words of wisdom as usual for our friend @motie2 and for the rest of us to heed. I've been going through some issues lately which is why I haven't been on the Pipeline much lately. Gordon, we've all got your back and continue to pray for your recovery. I know this is difficult, likely beyond anything the rest of us can imagine. Please try to think of those you love and realize how important you are to them as you continue the battle.
I'm sorry to hear that, @motie2 . I can't even imagine how frustrating that must be. I'll still be praying for you over here. Let us know if there's anything else we can do for you.
@motie2 Seem like you've been taking one step forward and two steps back. It's about time Lady Luck gives you a few extra moves forwards for a change. I'm pulling for you buddy. 2018 has been a wash ... let's hope your health is on an uptick in 2019. Keep puffing on that Barbados Plantation ... I hear there are healing properties in that blend.
@motie2 I was unaware you were facing health issues. I'm very sorry to hear this. You are in my prayers and so is your family. My wife just went through a miracle last year health wise and I believe the same can happen for you. If you or your family needs anything I think I speak for us all when I say don't hesitate to ask. We may be from all over but we can make whatever the need is happen. Us pipe smokers are few and need to stick together!
I've been sick for a year now. A year without leaving the house, except for doctor appointments or emergency room runs. The recent setback set me back seven months. TPL is one of the few things that takes my mind off how miserable I am. Thank you all........
@motie2 Back in 1985 (when the Bears won the Superbowl) I found myself laid up for about 6 months after back surgery. Things didn't go as planned and I was in just as bad a state as before I went in. But eventually things got better. My best friend at the time was in the late stages of MS and he'd constantly call and cheer me up. Even though he was in a worse state than I he had a much better attitude and outlook on life. He also had a macabre sense of humor and would start the conversation by saying ... "Things may look bleak today but look on the bright side ... they are only going to get worse, so enjoy the moment." It wasn't so much the words he said - but it was his delivery and the way he said it that usually cheered me right up. Now had the words come from someone who was in perfect health I might have taken offense or found the humor in bad taste - but coming from someone in far worse shape than myself ... and a person who truly cared about me I took it in the spirit intended. And there was a bit of wisdom in those words as the ensuing years have proven. But I did learn to appreciate the 'moment'.
Never have taken you off my list @motie2 Be assured every morning you are among my prayers, and also during the day when the Lord sees fit to drop you and our situation into my head. You are not forgotten brother...
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I do not know what to say buddy.......I am so sorry for your medical situation. Just, PLEASE do not give up or get so frustrated that you do not care anymore. Believe me, I know what you are feeling and thinking. I too am frustrated with what is going on with me, and during the day I feel like just stopping my treatment and giving up a thousand times, I catch myself feeling sorry for myself and thinking of all the people who are worse off than me. When I go to get my chemo treatment I see people older than me (imagine that!), in much worse shape than I at this point, and they are smiling through their issues and treatments with great personalities and outlooks. I have too many people to let down to give up. I know that and I need to keep that as my reason for staying the course.
You too need to see the path that you are to follow. You being a man of God know that this life is a test. And although I have no doubt you have already passed that test, you too have too many people to give up on, or get down on yourself. A positive outlook (as hard as that might be at this time) is absolutely necessary to get you through this.
So I continue to pray for you, and think about you. Remember sometimes to get to where you want to go, you get knocked back a few times from the progress to your goal. Sort of 2 steps forward and 1 step back.
Keep the faith.......I remember the mantra in Boot Camp, "Life Sucks, wear your helmet".....wow is that true.
~ Retired Clergyman 😛
I can attest to that......
No, I have not.....
I ask your prayers and good thoughts that I am able to resume ... uh ... normal function.
Prayers up my friend.......