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Hard to even know what to say. Facing your own mortality changes everything. Been there, done that, not out of the woods yet either.
The hardest part is dealing with everyone else.
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05-22-2022, 01:21 PM
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Very sorry to hear
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05-22-2022, 09:14 PM
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Very sorry to hear this.
I know its easy to say, but please do not give up.
My youngest son beat stage 4 cancer so miracles do happen.
Thoughts and prayers to you sir.
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05-23-2022, 06:49 AM
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In bocca al lupo.
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05-23-2022, 07:36 AM
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Your advice and courage will stay with me the rest of my life, I don’t know you but will never forget you by your words. This gift of speaking out you gave us will be used by all here I’m sure, the remainder of our lives.
You are a good man sir.
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05-23-2022, 07:48 AM
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teledogs I gave you the wrong number!
The correct one is in your inbox now! 
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05-23-2022, 08:52 AM
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can we visit, play,chess, s a bit
what can we do to fill in the times when your family is busy or needs a rest
just asking
we are here if you need us
you can then rate each one of us for the rest of the group,
just a thought
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05-23-2022, 02:11 PM
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Teledogs... Sorry to read your words. Keep faith and try to be optimistic. My faith is with you and your family.
Some of us have faced diagnoses of the inevitable and it changes ideals and notions. I was told I had terminal leukemia and to get my things in order by an oncologist too. That was almost 12 years ago now. Looking back I felt defeated at first but somehow I managed to keep faith and what I thought were days left turned into months and now years. An aunt of mine was once diagnosed with a terminal cancer when she was 45. She lived a good life to the age of 97.
Please know you are not alone Carl as we are all warriors on the edge of time.
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05-23-2022, 04:25 PM
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I always find solace in this Alan Jackson song in times like this
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-BemA7z8W0
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05-23-2022, 04:47 PM
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Best of luck to you teledogs. It's a shocking thing to hear those words from a doctor. Words that I recently heard though referring to Mrs. PTH. She is stage three pancreatic, started chemo three weeks ago and was so sick they have delayed the next round of chemo. Like many have said here - keep the faith. I know of others who had been given the get your affairs in order talk from their doctor and lived many more years. They aren't always right and sometimes God just isn't done with you yet.
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05-23-2022, 11:23 PM
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I realize we've never met and I don't recall talking to you here, but I live near the U of A and if there is anything you need just ask.
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05-24-2022, 08:39 AM
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Thoughts, prayers and endless hope and strength to you and your family. Your big support system is a testament to you and the great person you are. You’re So right, show love to your spouse and kids everyday. Take time to teach your kids life skills and fun skills - don’t pass opportunities to help your kids grow by opting for the tv or phone. Don’t treat strangers better than your spouse. Those strangers and the phone and tv won’t be there for support when a person is struggling. You got an inspiring perspective. I’m not religious, but I will be reaching out to the universe for you buddy. Will be thinking of you often.
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05-24-2022, 01:08 PM
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Holy smokes I am a loss for words, you are far to young to go through this. When we met you seemed in fine shape. Definitely one of the nicest people I've met. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts. If you or your family need anything, feel free to reach out. Be strong, you got this.
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05-24-2022, 01:37 PM
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Oh wow, I'm so sorry to hear that.
We have been going through this in our family too. Having friends and family to reach out to is invaluable. Many of your brothers and sisters here on the forum are praying for you and your family.
Don't give up!
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05-24-2022, 11:03 PM
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Carl,
I’m so sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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05-26-2022, 09:51 AM
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Terrible news and some very wise words Carl. I've never met you but feel like I know you. I went through much the same thing 20 years ago and beat it so it does happen. My prayers are with you and your family.
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05-26-2022, 10:03 AM
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Terrible news, I'm also going through the same thing CAT scan hopefully in the next month we'll find out for sure. Good luck on your struggles
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05-26-2022, 11:44 AM
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I lost a best friend to cancer a few years back now. He was 54. I am glad to hear you have support of family and friends. Don't give up, my friend was given months, made it a couple years with experimental treatments offered by the Cross. Maybe you can get in on a trial like my friend did. Miracles do happen and I wish one for you and remission for years and years.
Take care
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05-26-2022, 01:08 PM
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Delete 'so long, farewell ' good news update
Well AO you may not be rid of me yet...
6 days ago my diagnosis was terminal stage 4 cancer with no possible treatment. Sigh!
Yesterday I had a bone marrow biopsy (ouch!) And the diagnosis is definite. I do have multiple myeloma but the good news is I started treatment yesterday and I am being transferred to the Cross Cancer Institute today for more acute care. I was told I may be able to go home in a couple weeks with continued treatment out of the Hinton Hospital as day treatment. I am still healthy otherwise and my organs are cancer free. I look like I typically do, too bad lol. So my strength and health will carry me through this. I remain positive and hold on to no anger or remorse. I am taking this daily and very hopeful for a near normal life. There is no doubt in my mind that the support and faith of family and friends has got me to where I am today! Thanks AO for being part of that! I still believe my words in my 1st post hold true!
Thank you to everyone on AO for posting your kind words of encouragement especially to those who are in a battle like me. My heart goes out to each and everyone of you and if you need support or want to share experiences please reach out to me. It would be good for both of us! The AO support group is strong!
I am starting to blah blah blah, I just had to share this bit of good news. Never give in and keep the faith!
Sincerely
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05-26-2022, 01:10 PM
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never give in buddy
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05-26-2022, 02:59 PM
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This is positive news! Keep the faith sir... The body follows the mind so stay positive and find joy wherever you can!
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05-26-2022, 03:02 PM
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Great news
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05-26-2022, 03:07 PM
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Great to hear, Carl!
Funny thing, I was at the CCI today as well. We may have crossed paths and have never known it!
Hang in there!
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05-26-2022, 03:20 PM
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Thanks for the good news update Carl, very pleased for you and your loved ones! Keep up the battle, and know we are all pulling for you here.
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05-26-2022, 03:26 PM
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05-26-2022, 03:38 PM
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Great news, never give up!
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05-26-2022, 03:38 PM
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Yes, stay strong. Kick the H out of the terrible disease.
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05-26-2022, 03:40 PM
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Thanks for sharing the good news update Teledog. It's good to read you are staying optimistic and positive.
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05-26-2022, 03:45 PM
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VERY Good News Indeed!! 
Keep up the Good Fight Sir, and kick this horrible thing's ass!!
Cheers!
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05-26-2022, 03:47 PM
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Awesome news
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