Good Thoughts

[Jeffrey]

As if Flip's news wasn't enough, my sons got Christian Laettner to send me a video message this morning. He thanked me for being a big Duke fan, encouraged me to keep fighting, thanked me for being a teacher (he said his Mom taught for 30 years so he understood what it takes), and finished with a BIG GO DUKE!! I was moved to tears. I am so lucky. I guess I need to start hearing from those Blue Devils from my youth now...the Bubas years. I also got a message from Randy Cuthbert awhile back as a result of my middle son's podcast, Bull City Coordinators. Add my free Firehouse birthday sub and it's been a good birthday week.

Sounds like a great birthday week! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

[OldPhiKap]

As if Flip's news wasn't enough, my sons got Christian Laettner to send me a video message this morning. He thanked me for being a big Duke fan, encouraged me to keep fighting, thanked me for being a teacher (he said his Mom taught for 30 years so he understood what it takes), and finished with a BIG GO DUKE!! I was moved to tears. I am so lucky. I guess I need to start hearing from those Blue Devils from my youth now...the Bubas years. I also got a message from Randy Cuthbert awhile back as a result of my middle son's podcast, Bull City Coordinators. Add my free Firehouse birthday sub and it's been a good birthday week.

Happy birthday, great report!

[gep]

sounds like a great birthday week! happy birthday!

and many more!!!

[jv001]

Happy late birthday. Praying for you. Keep those positive thoughts.

God bless and GoDuke!

[Jeffrey]

Just checkin’ to see how you’re doing and let you know we’re thinking of you!

Please tell us some good news!

[Jeffrey]

Checkin’ bump. Hope all is well!

[peteandpete]

Sorry that I haven't updated recently. It's been a nice few weeks. Saw the Doc today and blood work continues to be good. I have a shot and infusion scheduled for Wed., 5/24. I have had a little discomfort this week but the Doc didn't seem too concerned. Managing with Tylenol. No scan scheduled at the moment. Next treatment after 5/24 will be after July 4th. Thanks again to everyone for your good thoughts. There are so many of us out there fighting hard. Keep us in your thoughts. I finally ordered one of the ACC Championship shirts...they're cheaper now and went with the black one. Wore it today. Spring sports have been a great distraction and the men's BB news is encouraging, too. Eagerly awaiting Elko, season two. Go Duke!

[budwom]

Sorry that I haven't updated recently. It's been a nice few weeks. Saw the Doc today and blood work continues to be good. I have a shot and infusion scheduled for Wed., 5/24. I have had a little discomfort this week but the Doc didn't seem too concerned. Managing with Tylenol. No scan scheduled at the moment. Next treatment after 5/24 will be after July 4th. Thanks again to everyone for your good thoughts. There are so many of us out there fighting hard. Keep us in your thoughts. I finally ordered one of the ACC Championship shirts...they're cheaper now and went with the black one. Wore it today. Spring sports have been a great distraction and the men's BB news is encouraging, too. Eagerly awaiting Elko, season two. Go Duke!

very nice to hear, pete.

[Jeffrey]

Sorry that I haven't updated recently. It's been a nice few weeks. Saw the Doc today and blood work continues to be good. I have a shot and infusion scheduled for Wed., 5/24. I have had a little discomfort this week but the Doc didn't seem too concerned. Managing with Tylenol. No scan scheduled at the moment. Next treatment after 5/24 will be after July 4th. Thanks again to everyone for your good thoughts. There are so many of us out there fighting hard. Keep us in your thoughts. I finally ordered one of the ACC Championship shirts...they're cheaper now and went with the black one. Wore it today. Spring sports have been a great distraction and the men's BB news is encouraging, too. Eagerly awaiting Elko, season two. Go Duke!

Thanks; exactly what we were hoping to hear!

Please keep us updated. We are thinking about you every day and know you’re going to win!

[DukieInKansas]

Sorry that I haven't updated recently. It's been a nice few weeks. Saw the Doc today and blood work continues to be good. I have a shot and infusion scheduled for Wed., 5/24. I have had a little discomfort this week but the Doc didn't seem too concerned. Managing with Tylenol. No scan scheduled at the moment. Next treatment after 5/24 will be after July 4th. Thanks again to everyone for your good thoughts. There are so many of us out there fighting hard. Keep us in your thoughts. I finally ordered one of the ACC Championship shirts...they're cheaper now and went with the black one. Wore it today. Spring sports have been a great distraction and the men's BB news is encouraging, too. Eagerly awaiting Elko, season two. Go Duke!

Thank you for the update. Prayers continue that you fell better and all tests comeback with good news.

[OldPhiKap]

Great update!

[peteandpete]

Headed in for an infusion and a shot in an hour or so. Hoping this one won't be so bad. So proud of the spring sports success for our Blue Devils. Thanks for all the good thoughts. Let's Go Duke!

[Jeffrey]

Headed in for an infusion and a shot in an hour or so. Hoping this one won't be so bad. So proud of the spring sports success for our Blue Devils. Thanks for all the good thoughts. Let's Go Duke!

Hoping for the best today! Stay strong, my friend!

[jv001]

Headed in for an infusion and a shot in an hour or so. Hoping this one won't be so bad. So proud of the spring sports success for our Blue Devils. Thanks for all the good thoughts. Let's Go Duke!

You know I'm praying for you my Duke brother. I'll check in soon. Thank you for checking in on me.

God bless and GoDuke!
Tommy

[Jeffrey]

Hi P&P,

Just checkin’ to see how you’re doing and let you know we’re thinking of you!

Please tell us some good news!

[peteandpete]

Sorry I haven't posted sooner. It's been busy here. We've had some work done in the house. The last blood work was good and the infusion was ok (hit the vein on the first try). As I mentioned, it was medicine that doesn't produce side effects. Trying to get back into something like my previous workout routine. We're also headed out for our first real trip since before Covid. That last trip was Northern Ireland (Belfast and the surrounding area) and Cornwall. We went to the Doc Martin village while they were filming and met some of the actors and crew. Trying to remember how to travel after four years. I feel pretty good physically right now. Psychologically, it's a little weird. Still taking the oral cancer drug and supplements of course. Also, still adjusting to the longer periods between treatments. Trying to live in the moment like my dogs. Hard not to wonder what might be next though. I did see that one possible treatment option for later has now become one of those drugs that is difficult to get in the US. I am so grateful for my Duke family on this site and your thoughts, prayers, and support. I will NEVER be able to adequately express what a difference you have made in this fight. I hope I get to meet all of you at some point, preferably at a game celebrating a Duke win.

[OldPhiKap]

Sorry I haven't posted sooner. It's been busy here. We've had some work done in the house. The last blood work was good and the infusion was ok (hit the vein on the first try). As I mentioned, it was medicine that doesn't produce side effects. Trying to get back into something like my previous workout routine. We're also headed out for our first real trip since before Covid. That last trip was Northern Ireland (Belfast and the surrounding area) and Cornwall. We went to the Doc Martin village while they were filming and met some of the actors and crew. Trying to remember how to travel after four years. I feel pretty good physically right now. Psychologically, it's a little weird. Still taking the oral cancer drug and supplements of course. Also, still adjusting to the longer periods between treatments. Trying to live in the moment like my dogs. Hard not to wonder what might be next though. I did see that one possible treatment option for later has now become one of those drugs that is difficult to get in the US. I am so grateful for my Duke family on this site and your thoughts, prayers, and support. I will NEVER be able to adequately express what a difference you have made in this fight. I hope I get to meet all of you at some point, preferably at a game celebrating a Duke win.

Fantastic report, and I look forward to the day when we can get a group together to celebrate.

[DukieInKansas]

Thank you for the update with such good news. Prayers continue for you.

Safe travels for your upcoming trip. I hope it is somewhere great and relaxing.

[budwom]

attaboy!

[Jeffrey]

Sorry I haven't posted sooner. It's been busy here. We've had some work done in the house. The last blood work was good and the infusion was ok (hit the vein on the first try). As I mentioned, it was medicine that doesn't produce side effects. Trying to get back into something like my previous workout routine. We're also headed out for our first real trip since before Covid. That last trip was Northern Ireland (Belfast and the surrounding area) and Cornwall. We went to the Doc Martin village while they were filming and met some of the actors and crew. Trying to remember how to travel after four years. I feel pretty good physically right now. Psychologically, it's a little weird. Still taking the oral cancer drug and supplements of course. Also, still adjusting to the longer periods between treatments. Trying to live in the moment like my dogs. Hard not to wonder what might be next though. I did see that one possible treatment option for later has now become one of those drugs that is difficult to get in the US. I am so grateful for my Duke family on this site and your thoughts, prayers, and support. I will NEVER be able to adequately express what a difference you have made in this fight. I hope I get to meet all of you at some point, preferably at a game celebrating a Duke win.

Thank you, very much, for your update. Very glad to hear you’re staying very positive and fighting very hard. Already looking forward to celebrating your victory over cancer!