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billostech
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Username: billostech

Post Number: 237
Registered: 1-2011
Posted on Wednesday, December 07, 2011 - 11:30 am:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

I wish you a speedy recovery, and best wishes for health and happiness.

Kevin
sonicus
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Username: sonicus

Post Number: 2168
Registered: 5-2009
Posted on Wednesday, December 07, 2011 - 6:39 pm:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

Great news! Merry Christmas!
edwin
Senior Member
Username: edwin

Post Number: 1087
Registered: 5-2002
Posted on Sunday, December 25, 2011 - 10:42 am:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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:   Edit Post

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

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