Sunday, September 5, 2021

Thank YouFor The Kind Words

 Hi everyone, just wanted to drop a line and say that I have some things uploading that I hope to have posted within the next couple of days. Been on a Southern Rock kick lately so there will be some Skynyrd coming up. A Who Pre-FM, as well as something from The Troggs . A Joe Lovano & Dave Douglas broadcast recording rounds out the new stuff

I will also be re-posting the Heart shows that Melapelan6666 pointed out as having bad links.

 My free time has now gotten to be a little smaller. Rosebud is back to work full time now. She had to quarantine with me for the since maybe April or May of 2020. My doctor didn't want her bringing covid home to me being a cancer patient. In her line of work she deals with the public a lot. I am so proud of her, she not only went back to work but has a new job with a better work environment  and better pay for doing relatively the same thing she was doing. So I have to do the things that she can't do when she's not home (LOL).

 Now about my health, my doctor says diabetes seems to be in good control. My neuropothy pain has been controlled to the point I can help around the house a little better (I'm retired by the way). My cancer doctor says that my tumor is in a place that makes it so we can not do the cryosurgery, to much of a chance damaging my urethra. This doctor who is my third doctor I have seen for my prostate cancer. He asked about that and I said I wanted to be really sure about things, not just a second but a third opinion. My doctors have all advised me that I should just monitor my cancer. There is a lot to the explanation so I won't get technical. What it kind of comes to is my cancer has not progressed since my diagnosis 6 years ago. My PSA numbers are still low,the tumor is still very small. The options left, chemo and prostatectomy both can cause major side effects. None have actually recommended anything but lets just watch it. They all say that I could live to my 80s and still only be stage 2 Gleason 6. So I could do one of the other procedures if I decide to but they don't recommend it. It's like my Dad, he was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma and was told he had 5 to 10 years left tops. That was 25 years ago and he is still only stage 2. Weird!!

16 comments:

  1. greetings and best wishes from the garage.

    hardy

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  2. Glad you're both doing well! Watchful Waiting is, many times, the best course of action, but it can be tough not having a definitive "resolution." Most of us want to take action and move over a threshold. Hang in there!
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    Deckard

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    1. Thank You Deckard! That's exactly right my friend. I so want to be done with it. The advances in medicine these days say the best course in a lot of cancers is actually to wait. Especially with prostate cancer from what my doctor said. He told me he has removed maybe 20 prostates in the last 5 years and that a lot of men have had them removed before without needing to. Early detectioon is still the key. The earlier they find it the quicker they can help manage the problem for you and treat as needed.

      Stay Well & Safe

      Dave

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  3. @justDave - you know I'm sending all good thoughts and prayers to you and Rosebud.

    Speedy

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    1. My Good Ole Friend Speedy! I know I have you in my corner, and your prayers are helping too. I really appreciate it buddy. I hope you are ok in all the weird weather your way. When I heard it it was heading your way I prayed for you and your families safety. Good to hear from you.

      JustDave

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  4. So glad to hear you are doing well and are in a good place mentally about the diagnosis. I truly believe that is a big part of the battle! I wanted to let you know about an awesome steaming McLaughlin/Mahavishnu Orchestra concert over on Radio France. It's in 2 parts; 2nd part should be posted by tomorrow. Keep on Rockin' Dave ! -Anonmous guy who been checking your posts since before your place was new. https://www.francemusique.fr/emissions/les-legendes-du-jazz/john-mclaughlin-mahavishnu-orchestra-a-juan-les-pins-en-1984-1-2-97797

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    1. Thank you old friend! I'll check out the Mahavishnu soon.

      JD

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  5. Wow, that is an amazing story. You are an inspiration, to remain so positive in the midst of cancer. I have had several friends and family who also have been very positive in the face of cancer and went on to live decades of happy life after diagnosis. You can do it !!!

    We all appreciate your blog and the music you share, but also your spirit. It's evident that you are a kind person and I wish you all the best as you journey through this - for many, many years ahead.

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    1. Thank you Taylor! The people I interact with at different medical offices really back up the idea that a big part of surviving is keeping a good mental attitude about it. So I try hard to some times it's not as easy as I say but that's not often. I have great support! Thank you again!

      Dave

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  6. Fine to hear it is getting better. Cross fingers for the next time. All the best for Rosebud and you.
    Belexes

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  7. @justdave - we are safe and well my good friend. Your prayers musy have worked - it was bad all around us but no issues at all where I live. Stay well and stay in touch! To borrow fron the late great Staffie, a long time follower of So Many Roads who I first met way back at Dino's TunzWorld- Long may you run!

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    1. Met a lot of nice people at Dino's...So glad you are ok Speedy. I'll end with what my best friend Gypsy Dan says "May the music never stop"

      Dave

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  8. God Bless You too Larry!

    Dave

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  9. Greetings.

    Glad to see the positive health news. I greatly appreciate the music -- will be raiding the site for more great stuff.

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