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billostech
Advanced Member Username: billostech
Post Number: 237 Registered: 1-2011
| Posted on Wednesday, December 07, 2011 - 11:30 am: | |
I would first like to say that I am thankful for God's many Blessings and Grace. I had a colonoscopy a couple of weeks ago and the doctors discovered 5 pre-cancerous polyps. 4 of the 5 removed immediately. The last polyp, because of its carpeted shape and size, requires a surgical procedure called Laparoscopic Colorectal surgery with a Right Hemicolectomy to be done. This is medical speak meaning about a foot of the right side of my large intestine will be removed. The surgery is scheduled on the 15th of this month. I am posting this not for sympathy, but to rejoice in God's Blessing in allowing us to catch this in time before cancer had taken hold. Please keep us in your prayers and thank you for allowing me to share this Blessing of discovery. |
12stringwilson
Member Username: 12stringwilson
Post Number: 93 Registered: 12-2008
| Posted on Wednesday, December 07, 2011 - 12:59 pm: | |
Bill - I will certainly lift up prayer requests for you and your family this holiday season. Both my father and father-in-law had similar events occur this year and both are doing great post surgery/recovery. Regular check-ups with your physician are so important. I took them for granted until this year.... Never again. |
tubeperson
Advanced Member Username: tubeperson
Post Number: 231 Registered: 5-2005
| Posted on Wednesday, December 07, 2011 - 1:08 pm: | |
I will put prayer requests in for you at my Temple, in my daily meditations and have empathy for you at this time. Remember to be good to yourself, the mind can really help the body heal. |
lbpesq
Senior Member Username: lbpesq
Post Number: 4992 Registered: 7-2004
| Posted on Wednesday, December 07, 2011 - 6:00 pm: | |
Bill: My friend who plays bass in my band and with whom I've been playing for 25+ years had a similar situation last year except his had become cancerous. He came through fine, didn't even need chemo or radiation. His comment after the surgery was that it was a helluva way to lose some weight! Good luck and best vibes going in your direction. Bill, tgo |
hydrargyrum
Senior Member Username: hydrargyrum
Post Number: 1086 Registered: 3-2004
| Posted on Wednesday, December 07, 2011 - 6:14 pm: | |
I wish you a speedy recovery, and best wishes for health and happiness. Kevin |
sonicus
Senior Member Username: sonicus
Post Number: 2168 Registered: 5-2009
| Posted on Wednesday, December 07, 2011 - 6:39 pm: | |
I wish for your speedy recovery and hope you have a joyous holiday season filled with all of your favorite things. |
pauldo
Senior Member Username: pauldo
Post Number: 716 Registered: 6-2006
| Posted on Wednesday, December 07, 2011 - 7:51 pm: | |
Positive thoughts headed your way. +1 on Steve's comment. |
crobbins
Senior Member Username: crobbins
Post Number: 948 Registered: 6-2004
| Posted on Thursday, December 08, 2011 - 6:47 am: | |
You got it. (((Healing))) vibes headed your way. I go in for my second colonoscopy in the past 3 years on the 15th of Dec. |
dadabass2001
Senior Member Username: dadabass2001
Post Number: 1601 Registered: 6-2002
| Posted on Thursday, December 08, 2011 - 6:55 am: | |
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Bill. Mike |
pace
Senior Member Username: pace
Post Number: 803 Registered: 4-2004
| Posted on Thursday, December 08, 2011 - 8:23 am: | |
Wishing you all the best, Bill! |
billostech
Advanced Member Username: billostech
Post Number: 238 Registered: 1-2011
| Posted on Thursday, December 08, 2011 - 10:00 am: | |
Thank you, everyone for your responses. It's kind of funny, how much I took for granted without knowing it. Your kind words of encouragement are heartfelt and will not be forgotten. I appreciate the sharing of past experiences of others too. That does help. I feel I have to give the appearance of strength before my family members and it's cool to show my nervousness of the situation. I will keep positive vibes going out to the universe and welcome all that is returned. |
davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck
Post Number: 10448 Registered: 5-2002
| Posted on Thursday, December 08, 2011 - 4:44 pm: | |
Bill; I've been thinking of you and your situation this evening; and holding you in my heart. |
jon_jackson
Intermediate Member Username: jon_jackson
Post Number: 102 Registered: 12-2008
| Posted on Thursday, December 08, 2011 - 5:03 pm: | |
Bill, you'll do fine. these laparoscopic procedures are pretty straightforward. You'll be up and around in no time. Best wishes. Jon |
edwin
Senior Member Username: edwin
Post Number: 1073 Registered: 5-2002
| Posted on Thursday, December 08, 2011 - 7:16 pm: | |
Glad to hear everything is under control and you dodged a bullet! I'm due for another one of these one of these years. Trying to keep up with the fiber intake.... Here's to years more of happy Alembic'ing! (Message edited by edwin on December 08, 2011) |
artswork99
Moderator Username: artswork99
Post Number: 1626 Registered: 7-2007
| Posted on Thursday, December 08, 2011 - 7:23 pm: | |
Bill, Since we first talked, I'm with you my friend! You're in my prayers. Sincerely, Art |
slawie
Advanced Member Username: slawie
Post Number: 354 Registered: 8-2002
| Posted on Thursday, December 08, 2011 - 10:10 pm: | |
The prayers of myself and all my family are with you. I hope that everything comes out OK in the end. slawie |
oddmetersam
Intermediate Member Username: oddmetersam
Post Number: 164 Registered: 7-2008
| Posted on Friday, December 09, 2011 - 3:17 am: | |
Bill, all my best to you. For what it's worth, I always find that going to the NASA website and contemplating Hubble Space Telescope images to bring a tremendous sense of comfort, joy and awe at the same time. May the Universe continue to smile upon you and your family. |
jacko
Senior Member Username: jacko
Post Number: 3060 Registered: 10-2002
| Posted on Friday, December 09, 2011 - 4:23 am: | |
Thinking of you Bill. Hope all goes well. Graeme |
mario_farufyno
Senior Member Username: mario_farufyno
Post Number: 752 Registered: 9-2008
| Posted on Friday, December 09, 2011 - 6:24 am: | |
Hope the best for you, Bill. |
rustyg61
Advanced Member Username: rustyg61
Post Number: 340 Registered: 2-2011
| Posted on Sunday, December 25, 2011 - 7:32 am: | |
Praying for a speedy recovery Bill! How did the surgery go? |
groovelines
Senior Member Username: groovelines
Post Number: 699 Registered: 4-2003
| Posted on Sunday, December 25, 2011 - 9:40 am: | |
Hi Bill, May God continue to bless you. Merry Christmas, too. Mike |
billostech
Advanced Member Username: billostech
Post Number: 239 Registered: 1-2011
| Posted on Sunday, December 25, 2011 - 10:03 am: | |
Happy Holidays all. I am at home recovering now. We are thankful for your prayes and well wishes. I am getting use to taking it slow. I really dont have much of a choice. Its good to be home for the holidays cancer free. Thabks again for your thoughts and well wishes. They mean a lot. |
rustyg61
Advanced Member Username: rustyg61
Post Number: 342 Registered: 2-2011
| Posted on Sunday, December 25, 2011 - 10:35 am: | |
Great news! Merry Christmas! |
edwin
Senior Member Username: edwin
Post Number: 1087 Registered: 5-2002
| Posted on Sunday, December 25, 2011 - 10:42 am: | |
Merry Christmas, Bill! That sounds like a wonderful gift! This seems like a good opportunity to get in some quality practice time. |
kilowatt
Intermediate Member Username: kilowatt
Post Number: 129 Registered: 12-2004
| Posted on Sunday, December 25, 2011 - 10:51 am: | |
Bill, Glad to see you are home and recovering. Hope all else is well with everyone. Regards, Pete |
davehouck
Moderator Username: davehouck
Post Number: 10472 Registered: 5-2002
| Posted on Sunday, December 25, 2011 - 5:14 pm: | |
Taking it slow is good. Glad to hear the good news. |
pace
Senior Member Username: pace
Post Number: 808 Registered: 4-2004
| Posted on Sunday, December 25, 2011 - 8:15 pm: | |
Here's to a speedy recovery, Bill! Kick back, relax and thump away on those beautiful 5'ers of yours!!!!! You deserve it! |
811952
Senior Member Username: 811952
Post Number: 2102 Registered: 10-2003
| Posted on Monday, December 26, 2011 - 9:49 am: | |
Happy to hear the good news! |
slawie
Advanced Member Username: slawie
Post Number: 359 Registered: 8-2002
| Posted on Wednesday, December 28, 2011 - 11:55 am: | |
I am happy that it was a successful procedure and you are home recovering. My prayers shall continue for you and those around you. slawie |