Sunday, November 27, 2011

Update # 10: Whipple and beyond...

The Whipple procedure was performed as scheduled on Wednesday, Nov. 9th and the oncological surgeon, Dr. Tyler, related that all went well. I spent another 14 days at Duke, arriving back in Waxhaw on Thanksgiving eve. Unfortunately I was unable to enjoy the feast since my new "plumbing" is still struggling with how to process food. At the moment, the only thing remotely palatable is peanut butter on a saltine. Go figure.

The incision is healing with help from twice-daily dressing changes by the angel who married my brother. Both Diane and Larry have watched over me with a measure of grace and concern for which I shall be eternally grateful. God bless family!

Next milestone is an appointment at Duke with Dr. Tyler on Dec. 12th. Presuming all goes well, I expect the follow-up chemo will begin soon.

Once again, I deeply appreciate your prayers, good vibes, caring thoughts, cards and letters. I can feel your support. Just knowing you are there for me gives me hope for a continuing positive prognosis.

~ in peace and love for all of you ~

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Posted by john839 at 8:56 AM

3 comments:

  1. SocraticNovember 27, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Good to hear, John. Too bad I wasn't over there. We could make one of our fabulous movies.

    Bill Kerr

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  2. BrittaNovember 27, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    John,

    You're an inspiration, but let it be known right now there was never any doubt, in my mind, you'd kick some cancer ass! *wink*

    Sending you positive energy, healing thoughts and lots of love,

    Britta

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  3. AnonymousDecember 17, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    as the shortest day of the year approaches, I see that your days will also soon be longer.

    love you and am holding a space open in the desert.

    penelope and adriano

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