I have cancer....the road to recovery

[RedHedd]

Slick, my thoughts and prayers go out to you. Hearing the word "Cancer" does give one pause and it may feel like you have to make bazillion decisions immediately - been there, done that. I'm a breast cancer survivor. The love and support is just oozing from this thread and will carry you through this difficult time. A positive attitude really DOES have an effect on one's recovery and healing time. I was back at work full time within in a month of my mastectomy - heck, I was called into meetings less than a week after my surgery and came into the office with surgical drains in my body

Shave your legs for that hunky intern!

[Cookiebaker]

I read this at work today, and I couldn't even finish reading it, it was too much. Somehow, I thought that here in the magic of PT'ville, things like this weren't supposed to happen.

Slick, we love you, and we are keeping you in our prayers, and close in our thoughts. Please do let us know if there is anything that we can do to make it easier for you.

[AbbyMom]

Warm thoughts, hugs, and prayers for YOU.

[dukedogsmom]

Checking in to say I was thinking about you. Phone call and pm offer still stands. Anything to help you make it through this.

[G535]

With your positive attitude of course you're going to beat it!

[NoahsMommy]

My dearest Slick...

Make sure you shave those legs and pits and get a nice mani/pedi (manicue/pedicure) because you haven't even touched the surface of ALL the hotties the hospital has, honey!! Be on the lookout for:

Hunky Male Nurses!! (they're not only cute, but sooooo sweet and such good caretakers! I've never had a more sensitive nurse, ever!)

Super Cute Radiology Techs....mmmm, mmmm (must be the radiation, they all seem to be hot!)

Dr. Mc Dreamies (you'll have your surgeon, your anesthesiologist, hot interns helping, more male surgical nurses) they're going to be everywhere!!

Volunteer Male Nurse's Aides....the cute, younger ones. They'll check your blood pressure, bring you flowers and check to make sure you're OK. So cute!!

And even if he's not hunky or dreamy, he's your best friend in surgery: YOUR ANESTHESIOLOGIST!!! (ie: the man with the drugs!! ) This man watches every move you make...literally. He stares at you and your vitals throughout your procedure and makes sure you're comfortable. When you awake, he'll give you some meds to calm you and help the pain go far, far, far AWAY. Every Anesthesiologist I've ever had has been wonderful, very kind, informative and gentle.

Transport Dudes...are usually EMTs and will transport patients in the hospital to another part of the hospital or another location for tests, etc. These guys MUST have a requirement for hiring that they HAVE to be HOT...or no job!!

So, yea, I'd say some shaving is in order.

All joking aside, you're attitude is wonderful. I'm sure you'll find through speaking with survivors that attitude is an overlooked medicine and works very well. Please allow your PT family to keep you up in our prayers.

You are wonderful, Slick, we're blessed with your love and friendship, sweetie pie. I'm so sorry you're having to deal with all this, but am sooo glad you caught it so soon and are on the way to getting "that thing" outta our Slick!!! (GET OUT!!)

Please, please, please let us know if there is ANYTHING we can do for you, OK?? I know you're usually the one that "takes care of" and doesn't "get taken care of", but at times like these, roles need to reverse. OK?? Please let your PT Family know what we can do for you.

You'll remain in my prayers, always. I just know that this "thing" is going to get the heck outta here, and leave you better then ever.

Love you LOTS,
Kelly, Noah, Basie, Micah, Phoebe & Jonah

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[Chica]

Hi Slick,I kinda know how you feel, but your attitude is wonderfull!I have had breast cancer. And I am a surviver!!!!!It was 11 years ago. I had the tumor removed and it didn't spread.I had to go through chemo therapy and radiation. I think of those treatments as an insurance policy that the cancer would be completely killed in my body. I have been doing fine ever since.I also had a positive attitude, just like you!!!You are in my prayers!!!!!

[sisterdog]

Slick,
I usually lurk and don't post, but I need to respond to this thread. I have gotten to "know" you as a strong, intelligent woman with a great sense of humor, and regret you must go through this. I, too am an 11-year survivor of breast cancer, and I know that attitude can make a crucial difference. Your positive attitude tells me you will be a survivor, too. If you get a chance, read Bernie Siegal's books - he writes a lot about attitude and survivorship. Know also that your PT family is here for you when you need us - don't think you have to tackle this all alone. Take care...you will be in my thoughts.

[Catty1]

Okay, Slick - now that you have a suggested list of where to find all the hotties at the hospital, you have a lot of OUR names to put on the visitor's list!

Of course - the fellows have to be cat-crazy. Or just crazy and easily persuaded!

HUGS!

[slick]

I wish I had time to respond to each and every one of you. I truly am overwhelmed by the response I've gotten as I've always felt that I'm not one of the popular ones here.

I've just spent some time reading this thread and taking in all of your love and concern. Thank you for the links, the book suggestion and most of all, for sharing some of your survival stories. Truly they have inspired me and even though I always felt that I will be a survivor, your thoughts have given me a new strength I didn't even know I had.

It's funny, but facing something like this does force you to look at your own mortality and it really does change your outlook. I was visiting someone last night and she was complaining that the mail slot in her new screen door was put in crooked. The first thing I said to her was "don't sweat the small stuff and it's all small stuff". I've always tried to live by that but even more so now.

You know what scares me the most???
1. Hospital food. I've told my coworkers that if they want to visit me, bring some good stuff, like dim sum or sushi or something else mouth-watering.
2. Those hospital gowns. I know I'll have to wear it for the first couple of days but I'm going to ask if my Mom can bring me my own nightshirt. At least it will cover up my "XXL backside".
3. Being put in a room with other patients. Hey, I've been sleeping alone for 10+ Years and I don't look forward to hearing someone else's snoring in the same room or someone else hearing me fart in my sleep...then again, maybe I snore????

I'm going to take a page out of Andy's book and have my slippers brought up to me. They are white cat slippers with a long tail.

Kelly, Sis: your post had me rolling in the aisles. I know that your experience is in the States....I just hope that Canada has the same caliber of health care workers. Thank you so much for the belly laughs.

Phred: many thanks to the Prayer Pups. I'll see you at Findlay next year.

I think my op will be in the Vancouver General Hospital and unfortunately it doesn't have any email. I'll have to teach my Mom how to dial long distance and she will call Gini right after the sir jury is over and Gini can post an update.

That's it for now. I love you all and Max sends each of you some headbumpies and purrs.

xoxoxoxoxoxoxo

[shais_mom]

My dearest Slick...



Super Cute Radiology Techs....mmmm, mmmm (must be the radiation, they all seem to be hot!)

Thanks I like to think we are too!

All joking aside, you're attitude is wonderful.

Agreed.
God and PetTalk will be with you every step of the way Slick.

[trayi52]

What shocking news to hear! Slick, I am praying for you, please God help Slick get well, and feel better really soon. I don't want to see you have to go through this at all, but if you do, may it be easy on you, and you go through no pain when you have your surgery.

Slick, you know you are a very loved person here at Pet Talk, if you need anything at all, just let me know. You can pm me and I will give you my phone number and we can talk.

Willie

[krazyaboutkatz]

Slick, I'm just now seeing this thread and I'm also in total shock. You have a wonderful attitude and are a very strong woman so I know that you can beat this. You have my full support, prayers, positive thoughts, all the cyber hugs you want. I'm so glad that you decided to share this with us because no one should have to go through this alone. I'm also glad to hear that you have a wonderful support system at home and you also have one here at PT too. Please let me know if I can do anything for you. Please take care.((((HUGS))))

[RICHARD]

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You know what scares me the most???
1. Hospital food. I've told my coworkers that if they want to visit me, bring some good stuff, like dim sum or sushi or something else mouth-watering.
2. Those hospital gowns. I know I'll have to wear it for the first couple of days but I'm going to ask if my Mom can bring me my own nightshirt. At least it will cover up my "XXL backside".
3. Being put in a room with other patients. Hey, I've been sleeping alone for 10+ Years and I don't look forward to hearing someone else's snoring in the same room or someone else hearing me fart in my sleep...then again, maybe I snore????

1) Horse Sh-T

30 years of cafeteria food and look at me..

On second thought keep your eyes closed.


2) Slick,

The reason they split up the back is to let you know you have to pull it closed.
But when I was in the hospital, the sound of the wind blowing up the canyon was kinda eerie.


3) A good "poofer" is a great ice breaker.....Hey, whatcha here for?

Remember, a good poof, snore and a nice bowl o'hospital jello ROCK!


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You'll kick this thing in the batonga wongas and we'll put your arse on a plane and a bicycle next summer.



Lance Armstrong won the Tour de France Six times with no testicles.


You should win it at least 9.


Love you!


And remember to look for the Head Nurse.......

[manda_moo87]

Slick, I'm keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Squeekers sends head bumpies.

I'll be in Vancouver next week, maybe I can pop over and visit.