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Post by sheltie on May 13, 2014 16:39:59 GMT -5
A few weeks ago I asked the forum for suggestions on how and for how much I should sell my equipment.
I've had a delay on doing this and it is for a great reason. I was in days of dying in January before beginning chemo for stage four non-small cell lung cancer.
The first two weeks were touch and go before I started to improve. I saw the doctor today and he said that a comparison of scans in January and this month shows that my lung and bone lesions are stable but the lymph nodes can longer be seen.
Great news! He feels that my prognosis can be extended to 18-24 months. It may not sound like much but to me and my wife it is a literal lifetime.
So to try to shorten this, I won't be selling any of my equipment about 1 1/2 years or so. Thanks to all who made suggestions and please know I will be coming back attcha when the time approaches.
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Post by rockjunquie on May 13, 2014 16:51:04 GMT -5
Oh my goodneess!!!! That is such good news!!! Not about the cancer, but about the treatment and more life to live.  I hope you enjoy every second of it and get even more time back. |
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1nickthegreek
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Post by 1nickthegreek on May 13, 2014 16:54:45 GMT -5
That is such wonderful news, congratulations and I wish you all the best!!!  |
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stephent
starting to spend too much on rocks
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Post by stephent on May 13, 2014 17:02:50 GMT -5
Take care of yourself... and never give up.
Hang around for at least a couple-three decades and surprize the Docs and yourself.
The forum needs you around much more then your equipment.
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europast
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Post by europast on May 13, 2014 18:45:13 GMT -5
Great news on the improved prognosis!
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Post by johnjsgems on May 13, 2014 19:04:53 GMT -5
Great! Hang in there.
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owyhee
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Post by owyhee on May 13, 2014 19:05:47 GMT -5
I hope you never have to sell your equipment ever.
Thanks for sharing your story.
MJ
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carloscinco
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Post by carloscinco on May 13, 2014 19:07:44 GMT -5
Keep it up! Great news!
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Post by rockpickerforever on May 13, 2014 19:25:19 GMT -5
Denny, so glad to hear the good news! Hope you can keep (and use!) your rock equipment forever. Jean
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Post by beefjello on May 13, 2014 20:30:29 GMT -5
Sorry to hear you've been going through all this, all the best to you. Glad to hear things are looking up!!
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deserthound
spending too much on rocks
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Post by deserthound on May 13, 2014 20:42:57 GMT -5
well thats about the best news i have heard in awhile..even an ole cuss like me dropped a tear with that..so glad..been there done that twice now..maybe looking at a third time here soon..cant ever give up..too many rocks need rescue..take care my friend..
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herchenx
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Post by herchenx on May 13, 2014 22:04:46 GMT -5
Thanks for the good news. I've lost some great friends to cancer and it's good to hear about someone kicking it back.
I hate. Hate. Hate. cancer.
Thinking of you and wishing you much more success in the fight.
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azgnoinc
spending too much on rocks
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Post by azgnoinc on May 13, 2014 23:15:29 GMT -5
Congrats on the good prognosis, very glad to hear that you are winning the battle, and like other here, I HATE the C word - so keep fighting the good fight & remember to enjoy every minute!!
Gene
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Post by DirtCleaner on May 13, 2014 23:46:14 GMT -5
Glad to hear about the much better prognosis. Positive attitudes rule, keep thinking the good thoughts and we will too!
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Post by Toad on May 14, 2014 0:33:32 GMT -5
I pray you won't sell for twenty years or more...
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Post by christopherl1234 on May 14, 2014 1:53:19 GMT -5
Let hope you kick this cancers a**!!!!!
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Post by Donnie's Rocky Treasures on May 14, 2014 5:10:42 GMT -5
Soooooo AWESOME you are doing soooo much better! Keep on rockin'!
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bsky4463
fully equipped rock polisher
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Post by bsky4463 on May 14, 2014 8:40:50 GMT -5
Positive vibes from up north to you, keep on grinding. Cheers.
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Post by Rockhobbit on May 14, 2014 8:55:27 GMT -5
You are in my prayers! Thank you God for the prognosis, may you enjoy life and rocks one day at a time!
Sheri
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Tommy
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Post by Tommy on May 14, 2014 15:21:53 GMT -5
Thank you for the post to help us keep life and this hobby in perspective sir. God bless and keep you for many years to come.
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I hope you enjoy every second of it and get even more time back. 
