Pray for a brutha!

002_SecretEgent · 07-01-2008, 06:57 PM

Well, I know I haven't been on here much lately but I'm trying to get back. I already see that I'll miss the 7/20 meet because of a prior engagement.

2008 has been a very memorable year and we are only at the half way point. Not because I just turned 30

but because of what I'm currently fighting.

In January, I went to the doctor because I was constantly feeling cold and I was having some icky night sweats. I first did some blood work but I was later admitted to the hospital on my follow up appointment the week after. I stayed in the hospital for a week and was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hodgkin's_lymphoma) which is a form of cancer that affects the lymphnodes. Talking about shocked...I'm the spitting image of the "healthy male".

With God on my side, I was confident that I was going to beat this. I have trekked through three blood tranfusions, a temperature of 107 and uncontrollable shaking during my first chemo treatment, losing my hair and losing weight. No matter what...I was not about to let this disease defeat me.

Despite all of these issues, I have played flag football on weekends, I have not missed work unless it is my treatment day (every Friday and I'm back to work on Monday) and I was sporting a low buzz cut.

Strange but true, my hair has grown back pretty thick but the texture is completely different than it used to.

I just wanted to share my 2008 story so that any of you who are feeling down and out because of life's circumstances can keep your head up and don't pity your situation. You are only going through your issues so that you become stronger.

My chemo treatements are scheduled to end 7/18 if the cancer is completely wiped out. As of two weeks ago, the cancer cells in my body have been reduced in size by 70-90%. My energy and weight are back to normal so it is only a matter of time. Enjoy the summer folks!

PSA Guys, please make sure you visit the doctor...especially if you have insurance. Let's get passed our young and prideful days and visit the doctor for routine checkups and any abnormalities with your body.

ShippedOut · 07-01-2008, 07:01 PM

Goodluck with everything. It must be hard knowing there is something wrong but you cant fix it. I wish you luck man.

God Bless

002_SecretEgent · 07-01-2008, 07:05 PM

True ShippedOut. I've had sprained ankles and muscle tears and pulls. Rehabing those things are easy and you know how it happened. This has reminded me that I am not in control.

Are you in TO? I've been there a few times. I'm from Buffalo, NY. I love that city (TO).

*VigilanteMax* · 07-01-2008, 07:46 PM

done and done. I know that this doesnt make things better but thankfully its better than non hodgkins. My thoughts are with you man.

ShippedOut · 07-01-2008, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by 002_SecretEgent

True ShippedOut. I've had sprained ankles and muscle tears and pulls. Rehabing those things are easy and you know how it happened. This has reminded me that I am not in control.

Are you in TO? I've been there a few times. I'm from Buffalo, NY. I love that city (TO).

Yes Sir im from Toronto. You think its a nice place, Its just like Buffalo mostly... Thats why people say we share the Bills with you. Lol

002_SecretEgent · 07-01-2008, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by VigilanteMax

done and done. I know that this doesnt make things better but thankfully its better than non hodgkins...

So true.

002_SecretEgent · 07-01-2008, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by ShippedOut

Yes Sir im from Toronto. You think its a nice place, Its just like Buffalo mostly... Thats why people say we share the Bills with you. Lol

Please don't compare TO to Buffalo. We come up there to have fun...you guys don't come to B-Lo to do anything...especially since the exchange rate has become equal.

I was up there about two years ago but we didn't do much. It was cloudy and we were just there to see some of my wife's family (she was born in Missassauga). I'd love to go to Carabana again.

Snypa · 07-01-2008, 08:46 PM

Fight it bro. Hang in there and be strong like u have been doing. Dont let it get you down.You have my prayers buddy.

002_SecretEgent · 07-02-2008, 06:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Snypa

Fight it bro. Hang in there and be strong like u have been doing. Dont let it get you down.You have my prayers buddy.

I definitely will.

ChubbieBoi · 07-02-2008, 09:48 AM

May God Be With You,

damerbullet · 07-02-2008, 07:59 PM

For so many times, God had always said in the Bible - "Do not fear". I guess he's pretty serious about that.
He wont let go of you. He'll stay by your side.

I pray that God touch you with His healing hands and that any outcome may bring more glory to His Name.

Hang in there...

MDeezy · 07-03-2008, 07:51 PM

Shocked to read whats happened/happening to you, but glad your keeping a strong spirit, and being strong thru this difficult time.

Glad you body is making such great progress and fighting off the cancer. God Bless and be safe

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Originally Posted by ShippedOut

Yes Sir im from Toronto. You think its a nice place, Its just like Buffalo mostly... Thats why people say we share the Bills with you. Lol

So there is another blue jay in the city?! I'm from Toronto Also. Montreal born, Toronto raised

002_SecretEgent · 07-04-2008, 12:28 PM

I can only continue to say thanks to you guys. That's what these forums are all about. damerbullett, the glory is all his and I am glad to show anyone that my continued strength is not just me.

mdeezy, so you are a Canadian also? Awesome! I had a guy on my flag football team from Montreal also. I'd love to see the 3.5 swap some time. That just sounds like a fun car.

MDeezy · 07-04-2008, 12:30 PM

yessir! I'll be at the meet on the 20th. Hope you can make it out!
Hang in there!

maxpeed96plat. · 07-05-2008, 01:15 AM

You"ll be in my prayers too man-I see you coming back in a couple of months saying your 100%

*LeX* · 07-06-2008, 06:52 AM

Glad to hear how much progress you're making and your attitude. Faith in yourself has EVERYTHING to do with a situation like this. I'll be prayin

002_SecretEgent · 09-02-2008, 05:42 PM

Well it has been confirmed; I AM CANCER FREE!!!!! This is some of the best news I have heard in my lifetime. It has really proven to me that God is incredible and he really worked a miracle through me. I really had nothing to worry about and that is how I will continue to live my life.

Thanks for your prayers, words and thoughts.

Jess, get another meet going. I overslept and missed the last one.

ChubbieBoi · 09-02-2008, 06:43 PM

CONGRATS 002_SecretEgent, that's very good to hear.. God was really watching over you..

MDeezy · 09-02-2008, 08:20 PM

Glad you are free!! that is some of the greatest news you'll hear!! Be safe ahead and enjoy life and all there is to it!

002_SecretEgent · 09-02-2008, 08:43 PM

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Glad you are free!! that is some of the greatest news you'll hear!! Be safe ahead and enjoy life and all there is to it!

No doubt! The Max has been hitting triple digits more often lately.

MDeezy · 09-02-2008, 08:47 PM

careful now!

I'm truely happy for you, not many people get to hear good news like that and its good to hear someone beat it!

MattyBlacc · 09-03-2008, 12:29 AM

hey bro...you will be in my prayers. and you keep me in yours.
i had testicular cancer and had to go into surgery 2 weeks ago.
i hope they got it all if not...then i gotta go bac under the knife. no need to jack your thread. i just understand how you feel because im in the same position.
lol........my car keeps me happy. hahaha oh yeah...and family

maxpeed96plat. · 09-06-2008, 02:00 AM

OP glad you're healed...bigger plans for you. MattyBlacc I'll keep you in mine, keep your head up and know you got people backing you bro.

Snypa · 09-06-2008, 10:14 AM

You did it bro.!!!.....im happy your doing good and everything.Prayers really do work huh.

*Jess* · 09-07-2008, 06:20 AM

Glad to hear that you're doing well and hope that everything will keep on looking up!

See you at one of the meets