The Raptor

My deepest condolences, Dave. I lost two very good friends quite recently to stage 4 colon and bladder cancer. It was terrible! Sometimes life sucks!

UnkieTrunkie

My sympathies Dave. May you find your place of peace while all of this goes down. So terribly sorry to hear.

windhund116

Sorry to hear this. My Dad died of CA. Lung cancer that metastasized to the brain. He was always in and out of the hospital with pneumonia.

I hope the Chemo works. Helps prolong his life and give him some more good years.

hecash

absolutely!!!!

S2KRAY

Several years ago i had a growth on my chin that would not heal. Saw a dermatologist and it was pre cancer. He cut it out, hole was the size of a quarter and it took 42 stitches to close it. I see one every 6 months since I live at the beach.

dlq04

Talked to my friend today, they put in a port. Damn, so hard to have a normal conversation. But, I know some of his friends will just stop making contact but I'm trying to not be one like that.

hecash

Good for you. And, this carries my best wishes for a good result for your friend.

I was on the phone today with an old high school buddy from MA who is just winding up his second round of chemo. He had his first bout with cancer four years ago. He divorced a very long time ago and never remarried. So, he lives alone. Early on in the chemo I sent a gift card for a good restaurant not far from his home so that he could just order in food when he did not feel up to going out. It was easy to tell from our conversation today that he enjoys being able to communicate with friends. So, I sent an email out to a list of our mutual high school friends and some have agreed to call/visit. I'm very happy that two of them will visit.

Lainey

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What he said. It's important to keep in touch. If you or Donna are inclined, an appropriate get well card or card for encouragement is also appreciated, though it can be hard to find the right one depending on the situation. Also, don't forget to inquire as to how the care giver (wife) is doing as well. Cancer is a family disease. Everyone suffers in their own way.

boltonblue

Sounds like a very good idea Harry,
that has to be a tough battle when you're alone.

dlq04

He is divorced - 3 times - and lives alone. Children and grandchildren have been taking turns but most are from out of town. He said he's not been able to cook for himself but I encourage him to try. Apparently the doctors have told him he has to get up and move about more.