I thought I had used this great A Hard Day's Night tune some time ago, through the power of the interweb I discovered I just talked about it, but never did use it. So here goes!
John Lennon was the primary writer and lead singer of course, the song was released in 1964 on the U.K. soundtrack album from A Hard Day's Night, and then on several incantations in the U.S. (b-side of the A Hard Day's Night single, on the U.S. version of the soundtrack and even much later in 1970 on the Hey Jude compilation album.) John received his inspiration from meeting with Bob Dylan and trying to be a little more lyrically mature.
Now, why would I pick an upbeat song and blog at night? During the past two weeks I have had a severe stomach ache, weakness, couldn't walk, general pain and a sense of dread, almost an internal depression based on it all. I also started losing a lot of weight. I haven't been able to eat much, this morning weighing 168 pounds; the lowest I have been since probably fourth grade. I had two cancer scans the past two days, an MRI of my head yesterday and a PET scan today. I waited with Yvonne in Dr. Senecal's office at noon today for the results feeling as positive as possible, his entrance to the room said it all. With a qualified smile he reported that my head tumors are all gone and the PET scan showed no cancer growth anywhere in my body! I might have pancreatitis, (inflamed pancreas) that should be treatable by not eating and going on a fluid diet for a little while. *Later I discovered I had a Pulmonary Embolism or blod clot in the lung. I was admitted to St. Joseph's Hospital room 10C4, had a PICC line inserted in my arm and am on the way to feeling better. Thank you for all of the prayers, motivation, and sincere messages! Like Lou Gehrig said, I feel like the luckiest man on the face of the earth right about now.
Please check out the song, bear with the B&W the tune has some great harmonizing, you can learn Portuguese, and even see George dance. LIVE HAPPY! My room phone is (253) 426-4101, then ask for 10C4.
John Lennon was the primary writer and lead singer of course, the song was released in 1964 on the U.K. soundtrack album from A Hard Day's Night, and then on several incantations in the U.S. (b-side of the A Hard Day's Night single, on the U.S. version of the soundtrack and even much later in 1970 on the Hey Jude compilation album.) John received his inspiration from meeting with Bob Dylan and trying to be a little more lyrically mature.
Now, why would I pick an upbeat song and blog at night? During the past two weeks I have had a severe stomach ache, weakness, couldn't walk, general pain and a sense of dread, almost an internal depression based on it all. I also started losing a lot of weight. I haven't been able to eat much, this morning weighing 168 pounds; the lowest I have been since probably fourth grade. I had two cancer scans the past two days, an MRI of my head yesterday and a PET scan today. I waited with Yvonne in Dr. Senecal's office at noon today for the results feeling as positive as possible, his entrance to the room said it all. With a qualified smile he reported that my head tumors are all gone and the PET scan showed no cancer growth anywhere in my body! I might have pancreatitis, (inflamed pancreas) that should be treatable by not eating and going on a fluid diet for a little while. *Later I discovered I had a Pulmonary Embolism or blod clot in the lung. I was admitted to St. Joseph's Hospital room 10C4, had a PICC line inserted in my arm and am on the way to feeling better. Thank you for all of the prayers, motivation, and sincere messages! Like Lou Gehrig said, I feel like the luckiest man on the face of the earth right about now.
Please check out the song, bear with the B&W the tune has some great harmonizing, you can learn Portuguese, and even see George dance. LIVE HAPPY! My room phone is (253) 426-4101, then ask for 10C4.
29 comments:
Praise the Lord, and the Prayers WILL continue. Lord Bless and keep you both.
Yes Praise the Lord, Prayers always
I took the time to read about Lou tonight. I'm glad the cancer is at bay. Hopefully they can get your weight up.
Love, Cathy
"Huge Smile". So very glad to hear this awesome news. I know this week in particular has been so very hard for you and Yvonne and I have been thinking about you every day. You both deserved this great news. Rest well and enjoy your weekend.
Mary-Beth of the ECC.
Doing the happy dance for you!!! Glad to hear that Edie's cells are going strong!!! Thank you for this HUGE smile that will leave people wondering "what is she thinking about..." Sending love from the east coast.
way to go partner...our prayers are with you that this bad boy is knocked down for the count and that your appetite returns although the liquid diet wont help much, ice chips don't have much flavor...take care and keep in touch....TRex and Robin...
I have tears in my eyes !! This blog has lifted my spirits beyond words so I can't begin to imagine the overwhelming sense of relief you and Yvonne must be feeling at the moment. Absolutely fabulous news, your doctor must have been tickled to relay those test results. Now get all those other ailments cleared up and go have yourself all the wonderful treats of fall to get your weight up. Words can't express the happiness I feel for you and your family !!! :)))))
I am still in awe of the support, emotional might explain it best. I hit one more bump last night when they found a pulmonary embolism (lung blood clot), it explains a lot of my symptoms and should be treated with some medicine hopefully limiting this to minimal long term damage. It's not going to kill me, just might slow me down a little. "Love is all around"
Yes, smiles and tears. That is great news!!! Especially after what sounds like a really, really rough week. Just happy to have pancreatitis--maybe we should make a t-shirt out of that. :-)
Those are some ironman cells Edie gave you!
Everyone is doing that little dance you see Snoopy do in the cartoon strip.
We'll keep the prayers and good thoughts coming always.
love, Mary D.
Happy 1st day of fall-we're enjoying sunny 70s here. Probably pay for it this winter.
:-)
Hooray! I can only imagine the anticipation and anxiety waiting to hear your results - I am so very happy for you and your family. I know for the ECC it has been hard to breath waiting to hear from you. I agree with Chris - enjoy the delights of Fall!
LIFE IS GOOD :) Awesome news!!!!!
Great news 5-0!
Thinking of you often!
Can't wait for that lunch at the Met!
TTB, The MET is sounding so good right now I will up the pace to get there in less than two weeks! Broth and jello just don't cut it! Thanks for the kind words.
Edie, Christine and the ECC- thanks for the call, you enjoy that birthday celebration as only some wild and crazy New England gals can!
Wow! Outstanding! Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Stay the course. Capt. Ron
Greg, great news. Hope you get home soon. Take it easy for a while, and let your body get some rest. Love you guys a lot . Dad and Alice
Sounds like things are on the upswing.
I am surprised you have not instituted the Big A diet of champions to add some lb's to the frame. Start with some exercise. Add beer. Fold in a Nacho and some chickenwings. Chase with a couple slices of good pizza and finish with a chocolate malt. Keeps me from skinny-You too Love Big A
By the way I'm into the malt now. Big A
BigA, I might have to modify it a little but will try the choc malt for dessert tonight now that I am home.
Glad you are back home, how are the lungs ?
Hank, It is like I have to completely rebuild any lung capacity I had. If I take it slowly/surely with the Fragmin my lungs should improve well in 6 months. I am getting my near term plan from the doctor tomorrow. :) Greg
hang in there praying as always, best to your significant other !
Hang in there Tiger :-)
Greg, How are you guys doing ? Did you have a meeting with your Doctor ? Let us know how things are. Love Dad and Alice
Just a quick note to say that I was thinking about you today. Be well, the ECC really wants to meet you and Yvonne.
Mary-Beth McMurray of the ECC
It was good to see you and Yvonne!
Love, Cathy
Thanks Mary-Beth, I needed that. Been out of town for a few days but I was reading! Cathy, you are so gracious, we enjoyed our visit!
Your Baaaaaaaaaaaaaaack !
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