Today I was put under for an panendoscope. Dr Gilbert went in search of the primary tumor. We'll know the results in a few days. I am at home in beautiful sunshine and about to sit on the porch...might even have a glass of the red!
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
March 16 update
Just a bit of news. Had 3 meetings yesterday, an anesthetist, then a hearing test( to set a base line for my current hearing level as treatment may effect it), and with the dentist at PMH. Radiation wipes out some of the saliva function and increases acid in your mouth and therefore cavities. they liked what they saw, you all know I have beautiful teeth... and made two 'mouth guards for me, top and bottom. I will use these to apply a fluoride treatment to my teeth and mouth for 5 minutes every day. This will reduce the acid and therefore cavities. I will be doing this for many months/years. Because radiation increases the brittleness of the jaw it is inadvisable to pull teeth for 3/4 years and therefore they want to ensure I have 'good' teeth.
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you make me laugh peter, even in these conditions. Keep that up, itll be your source of 'kicking the crap' out of the cancer!! We are all rooting for you and thinking about you.
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Peter
ReplyDeleteMy good friend - thank you for taking the time to keep us all updated on your challanging journey - We are all most interested in your progress!
As the most optimistic guy I know you are the King of the Reframe!
As I have learned from you "There is a pony in here somewhere"
Best wishes my friend - our thoughts are with you!
Terry Jackson
Peter,
ReplyDeleteI just found out about what you are going through, and I am so impressed(as always) with your insight and depth. I have never heard of this cancer before, so thank you for teaching me(again, as always) something new.
I have always loved to listen to what you say, and your voice, spirit and smiles are coming through strong with your writing.
Shane and I are pulling for you and your family, and we will have a glass of red wine with you in the future!!!
Shane and Jennifer Dennison(Robinson)
Peter, I just heard about what you are going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If anyone can beat this, it is you. I look forward to seeing you at Queen's again as soon as possible! Lisa Hendry
ReplyDeletePS - Congrats on the Olympics, amazing!!!
Hi Peter,
ReplyDeleteLisa sent me your blog today.
I will keep up to date with your progress and keep my positive thoughts coming you way.
You are a special, POSITIVE,person who makes a difference in the lives of the people who know you.
Carole (Patterson) Walsh
Hi Peter,
ReplyDeleteJust heard of your challenges from Bob Wiele. My thoughts and prayers are with you! Thanks so much for sharing this new adventure, your learning and positive outlook through your blog. I can not say enough how you have been an inspiration for me over the past months in our various encounters...and congrats on the Olympics Gold Medal!!!
In spirit, Pam August
Peter, I thought of you when I read this column by one of my favorite authors, Ron Rolheiser. He says: "One evening I attended a lecture by the renowned Polish psychologist Kazimierz Dabrowski on a concept he called 'positive disintegration.' His theory was that we grow by first falling apart. In this lecture he said that 'deep growth takes place through... our losses, our dark nights of the soul.' It is not that these are, in and of themselves good; it is just that when we listen to them we grow deep. They build up our souls."
ReplyDeleteI remember that you were a great admirer of Dabrowski. May his words come back to you now and give you some hope and meaning through this time of suffering and loss. Peace from Susan
Peter, Thanks so much for keeping us posted. We feel your energy, optimism, & courage as you work through this challenge. It is clearly "just a test" of your special attributes & abilities.
ReplyDeleteTake time to "bring your best athlete" to the challenge.... Thinking of you, believing in you, with much gratitude. Cal, Doreen, Jennifer Botterill
Peter, we can feel your energy, optimism, & courage in your update. Thanks so much for keeping us posted.
ReplyDeleteThis is clearly just a "test" of your special attributes & abilities. Best Wishes as you work through this challenge.
Our prayers, belief, & much gratitude are with you. Cal, Doreen, & Jennifer Botterill