and let there be light

Hello whopper of a Wednesday, I see you met terrific Tuesday and had to show'em up.

Where to start?
How about a silly joke:

Knock Knock
Who's there?
Got
Got who?
Got some good news for U.

Well,  met with the surgeon today and was blown off my feet.  The discussion was much more then expected and for the first time there was optimism expressed on the situation.  The MRI results are going to be sent to the liver doc for review, though he is not really concerned as the spots have shrunken to near non existence.  He is going to order a specific ultra sound and maybe another MRI so he can determine exactly what the best options are for surgery.  There could be a round of pre-op (love saying those words) radiation, which will be determined after the test results are in.  That will be discussed with my oncologist and his final say so. Surgery itself will be a complete rectal resection leaving me with a permanent colostomy bag. Which is OK, better then the time bomb.  7-10 days in hospital and a couple months recoup / learning.    (no surprises there)  The discussion was not if or perhaps - it was when and will be.  

In summary - the doc turned on that light we have been looking for.  This long, bumpy, windy and unknown tunnel finally has a light.  The Path of hope is becoming reality.


For all the sadness this stupid disease brings - the amount of joy I have today - nothing could touch that.


There is still alot of hard work to do.  I am ready though.
Keep up the prayers, light those candles and send the positive vibes - together a difference is being made.

Cheers everyone - time for a celebratory pint.

Keep smilin

Jtee