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Looking for some good Karma - 10/11/2005 9:44:08 PM
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Needabeach
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Hey Locos….
You LocoGringos Rock! With your support, on December 26th at 8:30 in the morning I had my last cigarette! You recommended putting a patch on the butt and snorkel in my mouth and I did just that. I was lighter back then. I really felt healthy. I was in Tankah and I swam to the reef and back….no problemo (it’s a fer piece). I was looking forward to increased endurance and by the next year I would be the in-shape 53 year old. For sure, no doubt. I remember preparing for my “quit day” I had a long late night with Zoundman. He had a tragic story of quitting and getting deathly ill. He beat it and now is a habitual diver. But it did bum me out that I could quit and still pay the piper for my habit.
I started the Littleton version of the LocoGringo Love fest. I was very excited and had a lot of ideas. As the date approached, I was lacking energy. I really struggled getting the room ready for Rose. I leaned heavily on my buddy Talldrinkowater to help ready for the shindig. This just wasn’t like me. I was swollen and tired.
Dr. Rose suggested that I had a thyroid condition. I was leaning towards Asthma. After many weeks and testing the long story short, the Dr.’s were leaning towards Cancer.
On Friday, it was a confirmed case of Lung Cancer. I have been on the fast track ever since. I started the first 5 hour day of Chemo today. Again tomorrow and the next day. Then again on Halloween and every 21 days for six courses. I will be having brain scans and other major organs checked this week and CROSS YOUR FINGERS GRINGOS. If the cancer has not spread. (it wasn’t in the 2 liters of plural fluid that was drained off that lung!!) Then I will be eligible for Radiation and the future brightens Considerably! As I left the office yesterday, I turned around and asked the Doctor. “What do you think about February in Mexico..
The Dr. said: “It’s a possibility” (sheesh ,I sure hope he didn’t think I was hitting on him!)
Help me please hold on to that goal. Send all the positive thoughts you have left of this way. CROSS ALL FINGERS that that stupid stupid cancer has stayed put.
But, most importantly, please help the Hawk to remember to take care of himself so that he might be able to help me!
I’m counting on you Gringos! Thanks in advance for any lifesaving measures you might cosmically bring about.
Here’s to February!
Needa
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/11/2005 9:56:57 PM
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GuestI
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Needa: Dear God, I am really at a loss for words......
But I can say this, I promise to incude you in my daily thoughts and prayers....and I promise that we will look after The Hawk on the board...he is a good man and needs to tend to you!
You are most certainly the dove that was sent to him!
I give you my word, I (as many others) will watch over the Hawk...he will be fine....
Senor Hawk, you have the most important job in your life in front of you.....
Tend Needa....and QYB!!!
Needs, thanks for sharing-
Mags
< Message edited by Maggie -- 10/12/2005 7:52:13 AM >
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/11/2005 10:50:00 PM
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Whitney
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NEEDA
GOOD FOR YOU GETTING ON THE FAST TRACK NOW.
WE ARE ALL PRAYING FOR YOUR HEALTH, SENDING YOU KARMA, PRAYERS, GOOD THOUGHTS, WHITE LIGHT, GREAT LOVE.
YOU ARE KICKIN IT IN THE ASS ALREADY
(excuse my cursing, i'm just MAD AT THIS CANCER)
< Message edited by Whitney -- 10/11/2005 11:53:41 PM >
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/11/2005 10:57:26 PM
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Iguana Mama
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Oh, Needa--you know my thoughts and prayers are with you! I have had a few friends and relatives who have undergone chemo & radiation, and I have seen the dark days and struggles they have had with it. So you just have to be ready for those times, and know that you CAN get through them. No, it won't be easy--but you know that we will be here to lean on, and bitch at, and to offer whatever support we can. And please let Hawk know that we're here for him--we're all friends, and that's what friends are for. The LG karma has been proven to work--and I know you both will be getting A LOT!! When you can, please let us know how things are going--if you're down, we'll be here to listen. Love to you both!!
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/11/2005 11:19:14 PM
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Marco Antonio
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Needs,
Was just going to log off and saw your post. Holy Vaca. I remember getting to know you before The Hawk was on the board. We joked to no end about quitting smoking and how to do it. I'm glad that you were able to leave those things behind, because I'm sure that the seed was sown. It's truly amazing the success that's being seen in the US in the fight against the big 'C'. Doctors believe it's in the early stages? Hope so. A very nice man that I know in the Colorado Soaring Association just went through a very tough second round with an agressive cancer. An impressive winner. You strike me as such a person, an impressive winner! Please ask me if there is anything that I can help you with. You don't live far and I can help.
About two and a half years ago the doctor called me back into the office after a physical and removing a little mole off my back. "Stupid doctor" I thought, "bringing me back to put me on cholestoral medicine....stupid doctor." When I arrived at the office I announced my name and all five of the office staff stopped and glared in my direction. I stared in disbelief and said "Cancer.....Right?" They quickly resumed what they were doing, heads down in concentration. Yep, it was Melanoma. Caught it early and got a shark-sized bite taken off my back.
No time like February in the ROO. Cold here and warm there. I fully expect to see your footprints in the sand.
Peace and Love,
Marco
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/11/2005 11:45:13 PM
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greekbeachgirl
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WOW...I don't know if everyone can/ or will understand this...but from all of us that have been there..you HAVE seen your darkest day..the day the doctor tells you the news..everyday after that is ON the road to recovery..
you MUST be strong for you and we will be strong for The Hawk..If either of you need anything,ANYTHING at all ..do not hesitate to ask...My thoughts and prayers are with you both...terri aka GBG
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/11/2005 11:54:14 PM
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QRoo1990
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God bless, Needa...Your attitude is amazing and I have no doubt you'll get through this. My mom was diagnosed with breast cancer last year and though my sister and I were devastated, her view was "It picked the wrong body...I have things to do!!!!". That attitude really got my mom and the rest of the family through it...and it has totally paid off. Sounds like you have exactly the same spirit and I know you will beat it. It is so great that you have been able to get going with your treatment immediately...You'll be in my thoughts and prayers, Needa & The Hawk.
< Message edited by QRoo1990 -- 10/12/2005 12:56:44 AM >
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/12/2005 12:15:00 AM
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Ilovetotravel
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Sending lots of Karma and extra prayers your way. It has amazed me how easily we all can become friends on this board. I am sure we can create amazing things if we focus our thought on prayers now in your direction. Keep strong Needa and Hawk.
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/12/2005 4:56:14 AM
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mayajerney
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Needa..my thoughts and prayers are with you and Hawk, and will continue to be with you both. Karma and the universe work in mysterious ways..I will heed the message I am being given. After coming across an amazing price for Freedom Paradise, I started looking for trip reports.. I found yours, I had forgotten it..read the trip report for Freedom Paradise and your quit smoking visit..it inspired this smoker of 30 some years to stop as well once and for all. Not to just give it thought, but, to really do it! Over the years, I often wondered what it would take to actually quit, I was never successful in my feeble attempts to become a non smoker..But, I booked Sunday night, Freedom Paradise for myself, well before I saw this post, with the determination to recreate your visit and return home a non-smoker..thank you for inspiring me to do this. Your continuing story will touch many lives and I am honored that it has touched me.
I have no doubt whatsoever that you will make it to the Roo in Feb., the cancer hasn't a chance up against you and your strength of mind and heart!
Be good to you..the chemo is the hard part, but, it will pass, difficult as it will be, and you will soon be able to snorkel back out to the Reef in fine form. Hawk will be there every step the way, but, I will be praying for his strength as well, I have been in his shoes, as many have, the caregiver is not an easy place to be at times. I know there is no place he would rather be than there for you and with you!
You are not alone, you have every one here at LG cheering you on, sending you all the good karma, good wishes, and strength you will need to see this thru and come out the victor. This C made a huge mistake picking you to battle with, big mistake, it stands no chance!
< Message edited by mayajerney -- 10/12/2005 6:42:17 AM >
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/12/2005 7:01:13 AM
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pamela_tejas
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praying for you, Needa. If anyone can beat this, it is you. I mean, you survived the stalag with Hawk! This will be a no-brainer.
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/12/2005 7:14:05 AM
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OK
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I am very, very sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with you.
But I am sure that with the spirits you and The Hawk are in, you will beat this thing.
All of the Locogringos will be right there with you. Count on us!
Olivier
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/12/2005 7:26:57 AM
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Stevep
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Wow Needa...The fingers are crossed and many prayers sent your way. Positive thoughts!
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/12/2005 7:34:34 AM
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Irene in NJ
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ORIGINAL: pamela_tejas
praying for you, Needa. If anyone can beat this, it is you. I mean, you survived the stalag with Hawk! This will be a no-brainer.
Needa,
I agree with Pamela! Ditto!
I am adding you and Hawk to our prayer chain in church, you both will be in my prayers day and night. You are a strong lady (we know that, you married "you know who"), keep that positive attitude! I know the chemo will zap your physical strength, but your emotional and spirtual strength is in your control.
From your becoming a sister on this board, I know you won't let this get you down, it's not in your nature. We'll be here to help with the spiritual part and uplift the emotional. JUST ASK WE'LL BE HERE!
Love you Needa!
-Irene
< Message edited by Irene in NJ -- 10/12/2005 8:37:43 AM >
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/12/2005 8:18:17 AM
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Kay
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Needa, Gary just told me this morning about your post. I am speechless girlfriend. Lots of love, hugs and support from here in Akumal. If you feel down and just want a warm voice of encouragement let me know. And if the Hawk is not treating you like the Queen that you are, say the word and we will get on his tail feathers.
Love to you and Hawk, hang touch and you can beat this thing.
K
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/12/2005 8:47:51 AM
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margaritamamma
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Needa
I can only echo what all the others have expresssed here.
I know you are a really strong lady. You and Hawk have only to to turn to your very good friends here on the board for extra strenghth, support and love.
We will all walk along side of you and Hawk on this tough journey!
Stay strong.
MM
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/12/2005 8:55:34 AM
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momprof
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Needa, My prayers are for you and yours. Keep that positive attitude and you will beat the you know what out of that blankety blank. Looking forward to reading your trip report from Mexico in February. God Bless!
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RE: Looking for some good Karma - 10/12/2005 9:20:41 AM
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LewesDE
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Needa, your post touched my heart, and your positive attitude just came shining through so strong. Bless you for sharing with us, your LG family, and know that our prayers, and good thoughts and wishes are with you and the Hawk.
We all will keep you uplifted and pray for you often, and you focus on getting better, sister! sending love, Traci
see ya in the Roo
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