Tuesday, February 15, 2011

First day of the rest of my life

I'm sitting back this evening trying to think through a rather drug induced state of mind (legal of course) what it actually means to Blog. I don't fit in to the main stream age of Blogger's so I'm playing catch-up rather quickly. I’m one of so many that got the "BAD NEWS"-the big "C" word. Woo-is-me! Grab the sackcloth and ashes quick! I was soon to learn that bad news could get worse.
During my recovery I was to learn that the tumor removed from my brain look suspicious.  Looked What?

To any and all who have experienced the lovely negative side effects of Prednisone-God bless you! It drove me nuts-so much so that I insisted my surgeon call me to explain just what a suspicious brain tumor is. In his words it is an aggressive cancer that is treatable but not curable.

By-See Ya-Got to Go! To much information for a mind full of Prednisone! My little demons chimed in all at once, You’re cookies, toast, and remember-no smoking just for fun!

A few days later the jury was in. I have a glioblastoma multiforme type tumor and yes, I’m toast! I’m hoping for year.

This isn’t a story of doom and gloom-not for me. This story is why I believe my life has been an excellent adventure and why it continues to be an excellent adventure.

11 comments:

  1. percy,dy and myself JUST found out yesterday and we were pretty much speachless....you're an amazing individual don....that's all i can say.

    peace and MASSIVE blessings.

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  2. Nice start.

    And remember, if you are toast, I am your bacon, lettuce and tomato.

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  3. Well written, sir. And I'm pleased that you posted your picture.
    Now, get a ride in the SR-22 and tell me about it.

    Doug

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  4. Doug

    I would be so honored if one day you would say to me, "Fish in Diamonds"? Oh Yes, and he gets rides in Sr-22's

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  5. Hey Don
    Just got the news......BUMMER. Wanted you to know that getting to know you via MGers was very special. I still want to build that yellow brick road. I will keep you in my thoughts thru this ordeal. You truly are a brave soul. GOD BLESS. terri

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  6. Is this Teresa Robertson?

    If so please excuse me. I'm little shy of brain matter these days. Don't be bumed! The yellow brick road is alive and well behind my landlords house. It's a nice garden now as I think you know? Remember I said I would make it your memorial garden one day? Well.....I'm seeing I may have to rethink that now.

    All kidding aside-thanks for your kind words

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  7. OMG Don its been almost 10 years since i last saw you and when I heard it brought me to tears. You are the one person who always believed in me and showed me alot in that kitchen.I am truely sorry and lost for words.You are a strong individual who always has great perception on life.I always admired our talks of gardening. Keep being strong and never let it get you down babe. I want to say THANK YOU for always being you! Love always Liz Harvey

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  8. Holy Cow Don. I am thunderstruck. I saw the title of your blog link and I was thinking you were off on an adventure far bigger than the Alaska trip. I am sorry, and all the more proud of you. I do not know if I would have the strength of character to let anyone know. I am much better at caring FOR people than being cared for. You are an amazing man. I hope to see you at Clermont. **HUGS** my friend. Kim C

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  9. Hey Donnie

    I came up to Vassar to visit and was asking everyone where you were and thats when they told me your situation. I just want to tell you that GOD IS IN CONTROL and you dont have to worry about anything. you are Brave and amazing guy and I will be praying for your speedy recovery.

    Brandon walker

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