Fossilman
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Post by Fossilman on Jul 24, 2021 13:48:58 GMT -5
The past many months, I haven't been active on the site or even in my rock shop...You all are like family to me with many years on this forum, so I wanted to pass this information onto you all.. I'm am so drained all the time, even with lots of sleep! A few weeks ago I had blood work done and the Doc calls me up and lets me know that my white blood cell count is elevated and they think I have CLL Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia.. They caught it in the early stages so I head to Hematology on Aug. 2nd... So I will be out of the circuit till I am well and start enjoying life again... I do believe in prayer and I will be healed - Amen!
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Post by RickB on Jul 24, 2021 13:53:48 GMT -5
Fossilman thoughts and prayers are heading your way. Take care of yourself, get well and come back to visit when you can.
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Post by rockpickerforever on Jul 24, 2021 14:11:59 GMT -5
Ask and you shall receive. Sending prayers your way, Mike.
Get better and back at it soon.
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Post by mohs on Jul 24, 2021 15:05:00 GMT -5
yo Michael van Dyke
u have marble in your blood and rock in your heart
got your back !
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Post by amygdule on Jul 24, 2021 15:24:48 GMT -5
FossilmanUGH!!! That sucks. I hope you find the right treatment and Get Well Soon.
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Post by Pat on Jul 24, 2021 15:39:57 GMT -5
Oh, my. Hang in there. Sending best wishes. Come back when you can.
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Post by hummingbirdstones on Jul 24, 2021 15:59:19 GMT -5
Mike, healing prayers going up for you every day until you come back and give us the good news that you're cured! Take care of yourself and God Bless You!
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Post by rockjunquie on Jul 24, 2021 16:19:05 GMT -5
Holy Moly Mike! You most certainly have mine and my family's prayers. My nephew had leukemia and a bone marrow transplant. He had his last biopsy last week after being 5 years clear. The docs say it's as if he never had it! Praise be to God. It's very treatable these days, so I know you will make a full recovery. Be strong and let the drs do the work and worrying.
We're here for you! Don't be a stranger in this new chapter of your life. Diversions are good.
Healing hugs for you and Tammy.
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Post by Rockindad on Jul 24, 2021 16:38:53 GMT -5
You've already got the positive mindset that you can beat this and that is one of the most important things you can have in dealing with any illness. Sending more positive thoughts your way.
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Post by jasoninsd on Jul 24, 2021 20:35:03 GMT -5
Mike, I've noticed the fewer posts from you and was wondering what was going on. I'm so sorry to hear you're having to deal with this - but I believe you can beat this! You have a ton of people on here who will be thinking of you and praying for you - including me. There IS power in prayer!
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Post by Rockoonz on Jul 24, 2021 22:47:39 GMT -5
Mike, you are in our prayers. You got this bro.
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Brian
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Post by Brian on Jul 25, 2021 8:29:22 GMT -5
It’s great to hear that you caught it so early! I wish you the best in the treatment and hope you get it beat as quickly as possible!
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quartz
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Post by quartz on Jul 25, 2021 21:55:13 GMT -5
Best wishes to you Mike.
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Post by fernwood on Jul 26, 2021 3:27:30 GMT -5
Prayers for healing are being sent your way.
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Tommy
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Post by Tommy on Jul 26, 2021 10:11:49 GMT -5
Fossilman Michael were thinking about you and hoping for the best. Keep fighting brother and I know you will put this thing behind you.
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RWA3006
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Post by RWA3006 on Jul 29, 2021 8:00:11 GMT -5
Best wishes Mike. Miracles happen all around us. I've seen it.
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Post by MsAli on Aug 1, 2021 20:02:57 GMT -5
Just reading this and want to say you will be in my thoughts as well. I have an uncle who was diagnosed with the same thing and I can tell you a positive outlook goes a long way. Please keep your spirits up and if you need an ear to listen I'm always here
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Post by stephan on Aug 1, 2021 20:47:32 GMT -5
Best wishes. You have been missed.
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Fossilman
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Post by Fossilman on Aug 2, 2021 13:59:44 GMT -5
Doc. app this am early..... He is the main specialist in the Willamette Valley here in Oregon... He came in and said yes it's CLL, but than he looked me straight in the eye and said, go home and don't worry about it! Your testing shows 0%, so it will take decades to start showing progression.. Than we will deal with it. I was so relieved! Also in this time period I have met several people with CLL, a couple on here too. They are living a normal life and get blood tested every six months or so, just as the Doc told me to do.... Praise God and Amen.... Be nice to get back to normal and in my shop... PS: This doctor is running for Oregon Governor, he is well liked and gets the job done!
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Post by jasoninsd on Aug 2, 2021 14:07:16 GMT -5
Mike, that is such amazing new! I'm so very happy this was the news you got today!
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