Thought I'd share a poem the nurses gave me after my last treatment of 2009.Cancer is so limited
It cannot
Cripple love
Shatter hope
Corrode faith
Destroy peace
Kill friendshp
Suppress memories
Silence courage
Invade the soul
Steal eternal life
It cannot
Conquer my spirit
They really know how to push my buttons...
Very emotional day - the nurses from the cocktail lounge came by along with Dr. Henning to exchange good-byes. Got to hug some very nice ladies and my radiology nurses, Barb and Tracy autographed my shaved chest and drew a fork w/ the inscription "It's done". I think the lead walls in the radiation room need to be thicker....
Have been in the care of some incredible people over the last seven weeks and can't thank them enough for making the unthinkable bearable. Same goes for those reading this.
Looking forward to the break until the January 12th cocktail and giving my back time to heal.
Talk to you again soon - have to give Paul a lesson in cribbage.
Ken
HOORAY! we're so glad that you've made it through the first part with honors!! Stay focused on being well, get that back healed up and look forward to all of the exciting events happening in 2010! You've done well, and will continue to do so...I have faith. Not just in you, but in God and his wisdom. That's why He gives us grandkids....
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Deb & Rick
"Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me." John 14:1
ReplyDeleteI am proud of you, Bro. Not just for doing what you had to do, but for doing it with the right attitude and mind set. With the love of family and friends, and the expertise and compassion of the medical staff - you can't miss beating this thing. Yeah, I'm real proud of you. Enjoy the break over the Holidays. I love you, Bro.
ReplyDeleteUncle Kenny, You have been through a lot - learned a lot - and experienced more than others could imagine, But you did it. Enjoy the break that you have, enjoy the holidays and understand how proud ALL OF US (east and west) are for you. Continue to keep a positive state of mind, stay strong. With all the love in the world for you, Your Niece aka your fishing buddy - Janna.
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ReplyDeleteI knew you would get through this part with attitude, strength and love from many. Too bad you can't go out to the Happy Place on the boat to reflect. Just picture it. Enjoy the Holidays and I send hugs and Love to all.
Janney
So happy you made it thru.......please keep on blogging as I love to read them. They are humbeling to us who have not gone thru it, encouraging for us that believe and emotional for us that love you. Please hug my good friend Jo, and know that there is a hug for you when we see you for dinner after the holidays. Merry Christmas to you both.
ReplyDeleteFrom our house to yours, Happy Holidays!!
Much Love-
Terry & Cindy
I have read your blog every day and although I have not commented until today...you know where my heart is. Stay strong. Be strong. You are strong. Love strong. Care strong. Heal strong. liveSTRONG.
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piaszczysty xoxo
Very sneaky Ms Sims, but you've been found out. Good to finally hear from you.
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Uncle Kenny,
ReplyDeleteI sure hope you taught Paul a lesson in cribbage! I love playing and I'm so glad I had all the fun times my dad and I used to play...every time I play now I always chuckle at all the little rhymes and terms he used to use, what a goof ball he was.
Love you - enjoy the celebrations this holiday, hopefully I'll get to see you!
Jenny