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Post by BeckyTech on Jul 23, 2014 20:48:17 GMT
In the Pea world, this isn't exactly up there, but to those of you who were so kind to me, I wanted to let you know...
A few months ago I was in a rather stressed state and came on to ask a tacky/not tacky question. It concerned a really nice friend/co-worker in another state whose husband had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. My question was would it be okay or really tacky to send her a little prayer now and then via text message.
In one of those rare Pea moments, you all agreed: that would be perfectly fine under the circumstances, and that to show someone you were thinking about them was never tacky.
But what really touched me was how many of you offered prayers and positive thoughts for my friend and her husband.
I thought I would update you that I just received word that he had his first post-chemo CT scan on Monday and the results came out today: the tumor is gone as well as those that were on his liver!
So his prognosis right now is just wonderful, although these things often do come back. This is the same type of rare pancreatic cancer that Steve Jobs had, the difference is that my friend's husband sought medical treatment immediately.
Thank you again, from the bottom of my heart. I was only seeking an answer to my question, but your outpouring of support meant so much.
P.S. This wasn't the only thing going on at the time that was stressing me out, I had just found out that I was going to lose my precious Emily girl within weeks, so between these two things, I felt like my judgment was way out of whack, hence my quest for some input from people in a normal state of mind. I did lose Emily in early April, but the adoption of Lacey in May has helped to heal our hearts.
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Post by lucyg on Jul 23, 2014 20:54:15 GMT
I missed your initial post, but I'm glad to hear your friend's good news.
Are you in the process of adoption? I wasn't sure from your P.S. If yes, great luck and much love to you and yours.
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scrappert
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Post by scrappert on Jul 23, 2014 20:55:26 GMT
Awesome news!
And glad that you are doing better, too.
***I was more of a lurker at peas, so I will confess that I did not post on that thread, but I did read it.
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NoWomanNoCry
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Post by NoWomanNoCry on Jul 23, 2014 20:55:27 GMT
That's wonderful!
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Post by disneypal on Jul 23, 2014 20:56:55 GMT
What a wonderful update - thanks for sharing - I pray for his continued improved health!
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Post by irisheyes on Jul 23, 2014 21:11:03 GMT
How wonderful! Thanks for the update.
Sorry for the loss of your pet though.
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Post by cadoodlebug on Jul 23, 2014 21:25:48 GMT
Becky, what wonderful news. I also never saw the original thread. I am assuming your Emily was your pup so I totally get why you were so stressed. Glad you have a new girl to heal your hearts.
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Post by BeckyTech on Jul 23, 2014 21:28:54 GMT
I missed your initial post, but I'm glad to hear your friend's good news. Are you in the process of adoption? I wasn't sure from your P.S. If yes, great luck and much love to you and yours. Actually, Lucy, I remember you did post and I'm pretty sure you were one who said that letting someone else know you were thinking about them was never tacky. You were very sweet and I really appreciated it. Nope, not in the process, I already adopted. Really hit the doggy lottery, too. Lacey is the sweetest, most loving pup I've ever had. Very smart and a real love bug. See my post in the Share Your Pets thread for her photo!
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Post by cadoodlebug on Jul 23, 2014 21:30:57 GMT
Lacey is beautiful!
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Post by BuckeyeSandy on Jul 23, 2014 21:33:22 GMT
That is very good news.
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Post by leftturnonly on Jul 23, 2014 21:34:28 GMT
So glad he's doing better.
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Post by lucyg on Jul 23, 2014 21:43:38 GMT
I missed your initial post, but I'm glad to hear your friend's good news. Are you in the process of adoption? I wasn't sure from your P.S. If yes, great luck and much love to you and yours. Actually, Lucy, I remember you did post and I'm pretty sure you were one who said that letting someone else know you were thinking about them was never tacky. You were very sweet and I really appreciated it. Nope, not in the process, I already adopted. Really hit the doggy lottery, too. Lacey is the sweetest, most loving pup I've ever had. Very smart and a real love bug. See my post in the Share Your Pets thread for her photo! Well then, I'm glad I was so sweet and I'm sorry I so often have shit for brains! Great news on the puppy lottery, too.
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Post by BeckyTech on Jul 23, 2014 21:47:19 GMT
Well then, I'm glad I was so sweet and I'm sorry I so often have shit for brains! Great news on the puppy lottery, too. Totally made me laugh!
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Post by Mystie on Jul 23, 2014 21:48:11 GMT
I'm so glad to hear such good news--and glad you have a new furry friend, too.
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Post by Sue on Jul 23, 2014 21:50:54 GMT
Great news about your friend. Continued prayers for his good health.
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Post by pattipea on Jul 23, 2014 21:52:54 GMT
Happy to read the good news. Both of them. Thanks for updating.
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Post by maurchclt on Jul 23, 2014 22:00:29 GMT
What wonderful news, I was a lurker then too, but love reading this update!
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Post by joyfromny on Jul 23, 2014 22:32:04 GMT
Awesome news!
And glad that you are doing better, too.
***I was more of a lurker at peas, so I will confess that I did not post on that thread, but I did read it. And I as well on all accounts. Glad that he and you are doing better. Good Luck
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Post by ljs1691 on Jul 23, 2014 22:52:50 GMT
I was a long time lurker who remembers this because I lost my father 14 years ago to pancreatic cancer. He was 50.
This really is wonderful news! I hope the attention that has been brought to this particular form of cancer (in recent years) will help save countless others. Thank you for the update.
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Post by bluepoprocks on Jul 23, 2014 23:11:15 GMT
That is really good news!
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Post by nantini on Jul 23, 2014 23:14:07 GMT
That's great news!
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Post by Judy26 on Jul 23, 2014 23:27:27 GMT
With so many losses here by so many it is nice to read of a positive outcome. Continued prayers for your friend that he will remain cancer free. This post is a great reminder why the people on this board are so special. We fight like siblings but when the going gets tough the support is awe inspiring.
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Post by scrapngranny on Jul 23, 2014 23:44:51 GMT
Thanks for the update. I always love to hear positive news when someone is dealing with such an ugly disease. I pray he continues to do well.
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Post by BeckyTech on Jul 24, 2014 0:18:24 GMT
We fight like siblings but when the going gets tough the support is awe inspiring. This was my first time being on the supported end and I was surprised at how much the support from all of you really meant to me. I had seen it, but this was my first time receiving it, and it really did mean a lot.
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Post by TankTop on Jul 24, 2014 0:21:54 GMT
I am so happy to hear that he is doing well.
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Post by violet on Jul 24, 2014 1:19:24 GMT
That is great news! Thanks for updating us.
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Post by Judie in Oz on Jul 24, 2014 1:49:46 GMT
Wow! That's great news. I just hope a friend of ours has the same outcome.
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Post by M in Carolina on Jul 24, 2014 2:10:45 GMT
I'm so glad that your friend and her husband got such great news. Pancreatic cancer is so hard to treat. I'm so happy that your friends get more time together.
I'm also sorry about the loss of your sweet kitty. I'm glad that you have room in your heart for another pet, although nothing will replace your sweet Emily.
I totally agree that the peas rock when you need support.
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Post by Skypea on Jul 24, 2014 2:32:18 GMT
I missed that thread but am glad to hear your friend's dh has had a good report! that is just awesome. Thanks for an answer to prayers is in order - thank you Lord!
sorry about your Emily. That is such a heart crushing thing to go thru - I've been thru it many times myself and each time I think my heart will break and say 'never again!' BUT, then I realize that the best way to honor my lost furbabies is to give another one a very needed home. I do somehow manage to find those who are desperate for a good home - they are usually ones no one else wants.
off to check out the pet thread to see Lacey.
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Post by purplebee on Jul 24, 2014 2:34:48 GMT
Awesome news!
And glad that you are doing better, too.
***I was more of a lurker at peas, so I will confess that I did not post on that thread, but I did read it. Me too, I lurked at 2Peas, but remember your post. Great news!
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