| Author | Message | ||
| billostech
Advanced Member Username: billostech Post Number: 237 Registered: 1-2011 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Positive thoughts headed your way. +1 on Steve's comment. | ||
| crobbins
Senior Member Username: crobbins Post Number: 948 Registered: 6-2004 |
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 |
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Bill. Mike | ||
| pace
Senior Member Username: pace Post Number: 803 Registered: 4-2004 |
Wishing you all the best, Bill! | ||
| billostech
Advanced Member Username: billostech Post Number: 238 Registered: 1-2011 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Thinking of you Bill. Hope all goes well. Graeme | ||
| mario_farufyno
Senior Member Username: mario_farufyno Post Number: 752 Registered: 9-2008 |
Hope the best for you, Bill. | ||
| rustyg61
Advanced Member Username: rustyg61 Post Number: 340 Registered: 2-2011 |
Praying for a speedy recovery Bill! How did the surgery go? | ||
| groovelines
Senior Member Username: groovelines Post Number: 699 Registered: 4-2003 |
Hi Bill, May God continue to bless you. Merry Christmas, too. Mike | ||
| billostech
Advanced Member Username: billostech Post Number: 239 Registered: 1-2011 |
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 |
Great news! Merry Christmas! | ||
| edwin
Senior Member Username: edwin Post Number: 1087 Registered: 5-2002 |
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 |
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 |
Taking it slow is good. Glad to hear the good news. | ||
| pace
Senior Member Username: pace Post Number: 808 Registered: 4-2004 |
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 |
Happy to hear the good news! | ||
| slawie
Advanced Member Username: slawie Post Number: 359 Registered: 8-2002 |
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 |
