Well.......after not eating and prepping for surgery all day yesterday, I showed up at the hospital, was admitted, put the fancy ass-baring gown on and was ready to go.
My doc showed up and after reviewing more lab tests, cancelled the surgery. Apparently, my tumor markers keep rising. Since my CT Scans are clean in my chest, abdomen, and pelvis, the Cancer has spread somewhere else..... It could be that it's too small to show up on any scans.....
I was PISSED OFF!!!!!!!! (and still am by the way.)
As a result, I have to endure 9 weeks of chemo.......I'm being admitted to the Clinic on Monday and have to stay through the week. I was told that administering the drugs takes 5 hours each day. I'll return to my parent's house on Friday and then have 1 treatment as an out-patient for the next 2 weeks and then repeat the cycle three times.
Soooooo, we are having a party to shave my head on Sunday since I will be losing all of my hair. I know that Nils & Don will get a laugh out of that....
I am beat.....all of this waiting and changing strategy is wearing on my. I need a nap. At least I can wake up and watch the BROWNS tonight....
c'mon people, add some comments here!!!!!! I want to know what I'm missing in CA!!!!!!!
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Hiya Ron!!
Wow....a man wants my comments and opinions??? Gotta take advantage of that! Ha ha.
Soooooo sorry to hear that every time you're mentally and physically prepared for a treatment it changes. Pretty f-ed up. I can't imagine the frustration you must be feeling.
Let's see.....what's going on in CA:
Deanna's hanging in there.....I think not being with you right now is tough on her. I'm glad she's flying out there tomorrow. Of course, she is an amazing professional and is able to pull together lessons on the law of sines and on differentials on the fly. But it's obvious where her head and heart is right now.
On a totally different note, the Sharks are doing AWESOME! Been lucky enough to have made it to 4 games so far. Thank God they're doing well since football around here BITES. Weather is near 70,which is nice for a change. Glad the election is over and I don't have to be subjected to insipid political ads on every commercial break.
Wish I was gonna be there to see your sexy bald head. Maybe Deanna will send a picture via her iPhone.
Good luck on Monday... I'll send good thoughts your way.
Ron,
Vin Diesel and Jason Statham won't hold a candle to you with your new look. That chemo is going to suck but I hear towards the end of each treatment there are a few days you will feel ok. Can I work on getting you and Don and Cliff and me onto Cypress if you are up for it?
Phil
Hey Misha - thanks for the note. Will you please send me your e-mail address and telephone number to ron.pindel@gmail.com? I really need your help with something.
THANKS
Ron,
Sorry about them Browns but I had Jay Cutler in my fantasy league. You and Kim R. inspired me to go get a full physical, good news, I'm healthy. Counting my blessings and saying prayers for you.
Let me know if I can send you a Giants hat or Sharks Hat to cover up your big head...lol.
Christine and I went to a halloween party last friday. It was fun. I'll send you some pics to your email. Other than that, I'm just truckin along. It's a beautiful day here in the Bay. We miss you. Let me know if you need anything.
-Junior
Ciao Ron, I have found you !! it is normal to feel pissed and you have every right. On the other hand think about these doctors like the most expert ones who are really trying to look for the best cure for you. Do you have a Facebook account? it is amazining how much time you can spend on this website... keep us posted. Ciao, Barbara
I forgot to mention, right now it's 7.45pm there are hundreds of people protesting against the PROP 8 all around Castro, Dolores Park etc. we can hear them screaming and partying in the street. There are at least 4 elicopters flying on the top of our heads
Hi Ron!!
No, the chemo does not sound like a day on the golf course but think of it as a series of those rare days stringed together when Christian beats you....then, before you know it, you'll be back and kicking his, I mean, it's butt :)
Let's see as for CA happenings:
San Francisco was out of control on Tuesday nite when Obama made history....it was like New Year's with people screaming, yelling, crowded streets in Union Square and honking car horns....and, yes,I was actually out that nite, can you believe it? :)
Good luck on Monday -we're thinking about you and wishing you the best.
Hugs,
Shelly and Patrick
Thanks for the comments everyone!!!!!!! I enjoy reading them and staying updated on what I'm missing in CA!!!!
-Ron
Ron,
I hope this finds you well. Have a happy thanksgiving and just know Bas and I have you in our hearts and more importantly prayers. We will keep a bottle of wine here waiting for your recovery and return. Keep strong and fight hard.
Love you friend,
Jaz and Bas
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