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Connie · 08-22-2011, 10:08 AM

Thinking of you and Ken...each and every day...and praying for that miracle! Love you!

Patti · 08-22-2011, 01:04 PM

Thanks. Ken had the brain MRi and his staples out today. He is so tired and weak. We have to be at the downtown hospital tomorrow morning at 7:15 so he will not get much sleep tonight. They gave him oxygen during the MRI but he said it didn't help his breathing. I think if he could get some sleep he would feel better. But he can't breathe when he lays down. I hope tomorrow is the end of the testing and dr visits and he can start treatment. We appreciate the prayers and thoughts so much.

Lisa and Pic · 08-22-2011, 02:15 PM

I just cannot even imagine how difficult things are for you both right now. Continuing the prayers and positive thoughts.

marcie · 08-22-2011, 03:10 PM

Praying for you and your husband.

MauiGirl · 08-22-2011, 04:53 PM

Patti, my heart aches for you guys right now.

You might check with one of his doctor's to see if they can order some home care things for him, like an adjustable bed that head can be elevated, or a recliner, and maybe portable oxygen. I hope he has some relieve and can sleep and breathe soon.

Hugs to you both!

Maximo · 08-23-2011, 04:22 AM

I hope you can get some things as Sandy suggested to help Ken rest comfortably at home.

Continuing to pray for Ken and you. {{{{hugs}}}}

aproctor · 08-23-2011, 07:03 AM

Patti,
I am just seeing this now and I am so very sorry you and your husband are going through all of this.

I just wanted to give you a story of hope: My sister-in-law's mother was diagnosed several years ago with lung cancer (not sure of exact type) and she was given 3 months without chemo and 6 months with chemo. She is a very positive woman and so is all of her family and friends and the power of prayer went to work....well that was 5 or 6 years ago and she is still going strong!!

I think prayer and a positive attitude can kill the cancer!!! You and your husband sound like fighters and I know you will fight this and come out the winners!!

**Regarding the sleeping laying down-do you have a good reclining chair? A neighbor of ours had throat cancer and we all pitched in and got him a really good reclining chair and he slept in that through most of his treatments when he was home because he could not sleep laying down either.
Your DH could then use it to go back as far as he can to be comfortable and then maybe he will be able to get a little more sleep.

I am praying for you both and your families to stay strong!!

TwoforFun · 08-23-2011, 08:19 AM

I'm so sorry your going through this.

Sending positive thoughts and energy to both of you. XOXO

roseslevi · 08-23-2011, 08:20 AM

Sending daily prayers to both of you.

Patti · 08-23-2011, 02:41 PM

Thanks so much for all the positive thoughts, stories and prayers. They are helping. We met with the oncologist downtown today and although a radiologist hasn't read the brain scan the oncologist and fellow said it looked good to them but a radiologist would read it. They discussed a couple of options and we are going with one that is given 2 times in a 3 week period for 4 periods. This does not have as bad of side effects and he will not lose his hair. We have decided to start treatment with them even though it is downtown Chicago and about an hour drive. We have the name of another oncologist who is closer but for now we will go downtown. I can't tell you how much it means to us to come n here and read your posts.
Ann thank you for the positive story.

Valenie · 08-23-2011, 02:45 PM

Good luck you will be in our thoughts and prayers! Please keep us updated!!!

Sammy Mommy · 08-23-2011, 02:47 PM

Sending good thoughts and continued prayers to you and your husband.

MauiGirl · 08-23-2011, 02:47 PM

Hugs and prayers are still going out to you and Ken.

Remember, just stay focused on "Going for the Cure".

Glad there is a chemo that has less side effects, but one thing to know is that even losing hair isn't all that bad (especially for a man), and it's temporary and usually comes back fuller, thicker and better than before.

yorkietalkjilly · 08-23-2011, 02:48 PM

You all are in my prayers every day and it sounds like you are fighting this from all angles. Stay close to God, keep your fighting spirit and know how many people are pulling for him.

TxVicki · 08-23-2011, 05:19 PM

Patti just know that Ken and you still remain in my prayers.
When does he start treatment?

08-22-2011, 10:08 AM	#91
Connie Loved by Maddie & Libby Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: North Dakota Posts: 10,732	Thinking of you and Ken...each and every day...and praying for that miracle! Love you! __________________ Custom doggie dresses and vests Memory is a country where I can go to see your face - but where do I go when I miss your embrace?

08-22-2011, 01:04 PM	#92
Patti Donating YT 30K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 35,509 Blog Entries: 6	Thanks. Ken had the brain MRi and his staples out today. He is so tired and weak. We have to be at the downtown hospital tomorrow morning at 7:15 so he will not get much sleep tonight. They gave him oxygen during the MRI but he said it didn't help his breathing. I think if he could get some sleep he would feel better. But he can't breathe when he lays down. I hope tomorrow is the end of the testing and dr visits and he can start treatment. We appreciate the prayers and thoughts so much. __________________ Cali Pixie Roxie : RIP Nikki; RIP Maya;RIP my sweet Dixie girl 1/17/08 http://callipuppyscastle.bravehost.com/index.html

08-22-2011, 02:15 PM	#93
Lisa and Pic ♥ Piccolo & Vivi ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kentucky Posts: 14,311	I just cannot even imagine how difficult things are for you both right now. Continuing the prayers and positive thoughts. __________________ Lisa, Dixie, and Jazzy (RIP Piccolo and Vivi)

08-22-2011, 04:53 PM	#95
MauiGirl Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Maui, Hawaii Posts: 7,740	Patti, my heart aches for you guys right now. You might check with one of his doctor's to see if they can order some home care things for him, like an adjustable bed that head can be elevated, or a recliner, and maybe portable oxygen. I hope he has some relieve and can sleep and breathe soon. Hugs to you both! __________________ SANDY, MOM TO TIKI , KAYLA , KARLEE , R.I.P. MEIKA

08-23-2011, 04:22 AM	#96
Maximo ♥ Maximo and Teddy Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 25,047	I hope you can get some things as Sandy suggested to help Ken rest comfortably at home. Continuing to pray for Ken and you. {{{{hugs}}}} __________________ Kristin, Max and Teddy

08-22-2011, 03:10 PM	#94
marcie and Lucy too Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: ohio Posts: 6,325	Praying for you and your husband.

08-23-2011, 07:03 AM	#97
aproctor YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Alexandria, MN USA Posts: 388	Patti, I am just seeing this now and I am so very sorry you and your husband are going through all of this. I just wanted to give you a story of hope: My sister-in-law's mother was diagnosed several years ago with lung cancer (not sure of exact type) and she was given 3 months without chemo and 6 months with chemo. She is a very positive woman and so is all of her family and friends and the power of prayer went to work....well that was 5 or 6 years ago and she is still going strong!! I think prayer and a positive attitude can kill the cancer!!! You and your husband sound like fighters and I know you will fight this and come out the winners!! **Regarding the sleeping laying down-do you have a good reclining chair? A neighbor of ours had throat cancer and we all pitched in and got him a really good reclining chair and he slept in that through most of his treatments when he was home because he could not sleep laying down either. Your DH could then use it to go back as far as he can to be comfortable and then maybe he will be able to get a little more sleep. I am praying for you both and your families to stay strong!! __________________ Ann 's:Lucy and :Tubby

08-23-2011, 08:19 AM	#98
TwoforFun YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: TX Posts: 646	I'm so sorry your going through this. Sending positive thoughts and energy to both of you. XOXO __________________ XOXO JiJi , JiJa Lil' Man and Mommy

08-23-2011, 08:20 AM	#99
roseslevi Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: E. Falmouth, Mass Posts: 2,102	Sending daily prayers to both of you. __________________ Rosemarie, Levi and Lily "The purity of a person's heart can be quickly measured by how they regard animals" ~ Anonymous

08-23-2011, 02:41 PM	#100
Patti Donating YT 30K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 35,509 Blog Entries: 6	Thanks so much for all the positive thoughts, stories and prayers. They are helping. We met with the oncologist downtown today and although a radiologist hasn't read the brain scan the oncologist and fellow said it looked good to them but a radiologist would read it. They discussed a couple of options and we are going with one that is given 2 times in a 3 week period for 4 periods. This does not have as bad of side effects and he will not lose his hair. We have decided to start treatment with them even though it is downtown Chicago and about an hour drive. We have the name of another oncologist who is closer but for now we will go downtown. I can't tell you how much it means to us to come n here and read your posts. Ann thank you for the positive story. __________________ Cali Pixie Roxie : RIP Nikki; RIP Maya;RIP my sweet Dixie girl 1/17/08 http://callipuppyscastle.bravehost.com/index.html

08-23-2011, 02:45 PM	#101
Valenie Owned by Bella & Tibbs Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Loyall KY USA Posts: 2,252 Blog Entries: 15	Good luck you will be in our thoughts and prayers! Please keep us updated!!! __________________ XOXO Valenie LOVING Mommy to Tibbers Bella and my son Adam!

08-23-2011, 02:47 PM	#102
Sammy Mommy Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New York Posts: 3,896	Sending good thoughts and continued prayers to you and your husband.

08-23-2011, 02:47 PM	#103
MauiGirl Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Maui, Hawaii Posts: 7,740	Hugs and prayers are still going out to you and Ken. Remember, just stay focused on "Going for the Cure". Glad there is a chemo that has less side effects, but one thing to know is that even losing hair isn't all that bad (especially for a man), and it's temporary and usually comes back fuller, thicker and better than before. __________________ SANDY, MOM TO TIKI , KAYLA , KARLEE , R.I.P. MEIKA

08-23-2011, 02:48 PM	#104
yorkietalkjilly ♥ Love My Tibbe! ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: D/FW, Texas Posts: 22,140	You all are in my prayers every day and it sounds like you are fighting this from all angles. Stay close to God, keep your fighting spirit and know how many people are pulling for him. __________________ Jeanie and Tibbe One must do the best one can. You may get some marks for a very imperfect answer: you will certainly get none for leaving the question alone. C. S. Lewis

08-23-2011, 05:19 PM	#105
TxVicki Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: At Home Posts: 8,386	Patti just know that Ken and you still remain in my prayers. When does he start treatment? __________________ [SIZE="3"VICKI & ALLIE[/SIZE]