Happy New Year

Hey Folks!

2013 is almost done. What a year! Even though one in my situation may chance to view 2013 as a terrible year I am inclined to think quite the opposite. Cancer is a disease and for my sins it choose me to host itself. I am fine with that. Not overjoyed mind you but better me that some kid.

I remember during the first couple weeks of learning I had cancer and realizing what I had. Then after an outpouring of kindness, prayers and great support from family, co-workers, church groups and friends I realized what I "really" had. It had been over just 5 months and I still cannot find the right words to express my gratitude to those that helped and supported me and Carolyn. I am not often at a loss for words. Every time I open a "get well card" tears well up in my eyes. As I said on several occasions I am yet to shed a tear feeling sad for myself. I have a wonderful life.

So I am really looking forward to 2014. I think it is going to be a great year. I meet with my oncologist on the 9th to go over our next steps. I am done with my chemo treatments and will be going on to a different treatment after I meet him.

My advice to everyone is to keep a positive attitude. Easy to say isn't it? We have so much to be thankful for. Don't take things OR family and friends for granted. Help someone less fortunate than you. Do whatever you can to make someone smile!!!!! It might be their only smile of the day.

Love you all,

Wayne

PS. Last supper of 2013, beans and wieners!!!! Life is GOOD!!!!!

On the Eve

Hi Everyone,

Just want to wish any followers a Very Merry Christmas. It has been an extremely tough year but thankfully I've had utterly awesome friends and families to help me on this journey. I am still recovering from my last session of chemo and I must say it has been the worst. Recovery has been slow and my back is aching. Hopefully that explains why I haven't been responding to you facebook messages quite as quickly. None of you have been far from my thoughts and thanks once again for the prayers and good wishes. They have carried me through tough times.

I could, and probably should continue to write for hours to let you all know what you have meant to me but I'll cut it short and once again wish you and all a wonderful Christmas season.

:)

Wayne

Feeling Fine.............

Wednesday I had a great day and dinner at the office with the crew. Was really great to get out and see everyone who currently works with me here in Chipman and quite a few retirees. Like I said, great turkey dinner!!!!

Thursday was a trip to Sussex and a little shopping. Carolyn spent some of our Optimum points and I scored a few goodies.

My hip issue, although still present, hasn't bothered me too much even though I'm off the steroid. Getting around a bit better and am trying to get out each day before I get too shack happy.

Thanks to the guys n gals at the office.

:)

Snow Day!!!!

Been a while but there isn't much new news to report. Had my Chemo on Thursday past and it really zonked me. Feeling better now though.

My hip is still an issue and I believe it is unrelated to my bone cancer. The oncologist is going to re-check my MRIs to see if there is a connection. I don't think he will find anything connecting. My family doc is also going to do some follow up. I do have a reprieve from the severe hip pain while I'm on the steroid after Chemo but that'll be gone in another day or two.

Xmas is getting nearer and like last year most of my shopping will be done online. Amazon is incredible with many items being shipped free of charge.

I have one more Chemo treatment before Xmas and hopefully the weather will cooperate.

Catch y'all  later.