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Chemo, Radiation & Coronavirus

Posted on 03/13/2020 1:02:00 PM PDT by Bender2

First, let me say I am more than pleased in how my chemo and radiation treatments have been going. No nausea at all from the chemo and outside the pain from the arthritis in my shoulders holding my arms over my head for 15 to 20 minutes during radiation, I am not suffering much at all. Oh, I am down in the dumps at times and have fatigue to the max. I am sleeping about 16 hours a day.

All in all, the whole experience has been much better than I ever expected and all thanks to you all who gave me their prayers and support. I am so thankful to y'all!

Now, back at the ranch-- Coronavirus Insanity is real! The drive by media and the DemocRATS, never letting a crisis go to waste, are trying with all their might to kick fear into hyper-drive against President Trump and the Republicans and a part of it has hit close to home--

Hell, it has hit home right here in Corsicana, Texas, 56 miles south of Big D.

I went out for my last radiation treatment for the week at noon and then went down to the local HEB Grocery to get some milk. Now, granted, I have not been out and about much other than to get my chemo and radiation treatment, but as I drove up to HEB the parking lot was crammed to the brim.

Finally finding a parking spot, I made it inside and found an empty handicap cart and entered a land of folks filling grocery carts to the brim. Oh, I was able to get milk, yet I found there was not a roll of toilet paper to be found. Just a whole wall of empty racks where it should be stocked. Nor was there any hand sanitizer either. And thinking of my need to use distilled water in my COPD unit I went to get a couple of gallon jugs. Yep, the water section was just as empty as the toiler paper area.

I waited in line for nearly 20 minutes to pay for my milk and a couple of other things and then went down the street to Brookshires' discount brand grocery and found they were also out of water, too.

I realized I had several extra distilled jugs at home, so I figure I'll try again early in the morning when the trucks make their grocery deliveries. Getting home, I took the two distilled jugs I used as drinking water out of the fridge to save for my COPD. I filled up four empty jugs with water from the sink faucet and put them in the fridge for drinking.


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KEYWORDS: bender2; chemo; coronavirus; radiation; rip
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To: Bender2

You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Thanks for keeping us posted.


181 posted on 04/26/2020 6:36:49 AM PDT by null and void (By the pricking of my lungs, Something wicked this way comes ...)
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To: Bender2
seconding s&sf - good, nutritious shakes are a relatively painless way to keep your body stocked with what it needs to get through this. I looked back a bit, and may have missed a ping 😶 but, have you been tested for Covid19, or might the appetite/taste issues be chemo related? Prayers lifting for you to begin that slow turn to the good. Tatt
182 posted on 04/26/2020 6:38:23 AM PDT by thesearethetimes... (Had I brought Christ with me, the outcome would have been different. Dr.Eric Cunningham)
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To: Bender2

Keeping you in my prayers, Danny.

I lost my sense of taste too, and it was a very long time B4 it came back. Be patient. I hope your’s comes back soon!
Don’t give up hope. I’m here cheering for ya!

{{{HUGS}}}
Daffy


183 posted on 04/26/2020 6:39:33 AM PDT by Daffynition (*Mega Dittoes and Mega Prayers* & :))
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To: Bender2

Praying for you Danny

that you may have the

Strength and Courage to endure

these difficult trials

7


184 posted on 04/26/2020 6:59:51 AM PDT by infool7 (When you have the Lord, nothing else is important and everything is fascinating!)
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To: Bender2

Thanks for the update, Danny! Still praying for you.


185 posted on 04/26/2020 7:30:17 AM PDT by left that other site (If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all. (Isaiah 7:9))
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To: Bender2

Prayers up for you.


186 posted on 04/26/2020 7:40:52 AM PDT by Richard Kimball (WWG1WGA)
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To: Bender2

I agree with the idea of the milkshakes/nutrition shakes! Aren’t the doctors advising you on what you should be eating right now? I’d hope so!

Just do it! We need you! :)


187 posted on 04/26/2020 8:05:10 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
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To: Bender2
Prayers for you pal.

I'll ask for your guardian angel to hang closer to you and help you get some food in your system.

188 posted on 04/26/2020 8:08:10 AM PDT by Rashputin (Jesus Christ doesn't evacuate His troops, He leads them to victory !!)
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To: Bender2

Prayers lifted Danny... May God give you strength. courage and comfort... and healing!


189 posted on 04/26/2020 8:18:22 AM PDT by PigRigger
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To: Bender2

Continued prayers uplifted for your complete recovery, Danny! This entire Chinavirus bravo sierra is getting on everybody’s nerves and I can only imagine how hard it must be for you with your cancer. Be strong and keep your faith, brother. You can beat this and with God’s love, you will!

God Bless you!


190 posted on 04/26/2020 8:31:02 AM PDT by Howie66 ("...Against All Enemies, Foreign and Democrat.....")
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To: Bender2

Thank you for the update. I was just thinking about you yesterday. You are in my daily prayers.

What you describe sounds typical for someone undergoing this treatment. Hope you get relief soon.

Prayers continue.


191 posted on 04/26/2020 8:42:43 AM PDT by Bigg Red (WWG1WGA)
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To: Bender2

Hang in there, Danny! I cannot imagine how tough it must be. I will keep you in my prayers


192 posted on 04/26/2020 8:52:32 AM PDT by Glennb51
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To: Daffynition

LOL!


193 posted on 04/26/2020 9:08:40 AM PDT by Wm F Buckley Republican
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To: Bender2

Dear Merciful Heavenly Father, we humbly beseech thee O Lord to look through eyes of mercy and grace upon Your son Danny who needs You. Please O Lord will You place Your hand of healing upon him and bless him with peace, comfort and strength to persevere? In Jesus’ Name, Amen.


194 posted on 04/26/2020 9:26:12 AM PDT by spirited irish
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To: crz

A Friend of our died of the Kung Flu. His Wife of forty years was only allowed to Facetime him as he laid dying in his Hospital Bed while on a Ventilator.

She said her goodbyes and that was it. He was Buried and there was no Graveside Service.


195 posted on 04/26/2020 9:35:05 AM PDT by Kickass Conservative (THEY LIVE, and we're the only ones wearing the Sunglasses.)
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To: crz

Prayers for your Sister and your Family my FRiend.


196 posted on 04/26/2020 9:36:22 AM PDT by Kickass Conservative (THEY LIVE, and we're the only ones wearing the Sunglasses.)
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To: trebb

My husband went through chemo, radiation, a 9 hr surgery and more chemo and was the best patient, ever, and I swear part of it was the doting by nurses and personnel and his daughters were there almost all the time.


197 posted on 04/26/2020 9:47:17 AM PDT by Wm F Buckley Republican
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To: Bender2

Praying for a complete recovery for you.


198 posted on 04/26/2020 9:50:37 AM PDT by Wm F Buckley Republican
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To: Bender2
Danny,
Remember to keep the Lord in your mind
keeping in mind that all things are possible through HIM.
Also, the recommendations of a nutritious shake will keep the temporal body healthy and provide recovery,
while the prayer satisfies and fulfills the spiritual soul and makes your needs known to the Lord.
I continue to pray for you every day so I am trying to help the spiritual soul,
not its up to you to feed the body with nutritious food and shakes.

Danny, you and your family are in my daily thoughts and prayers.

199 posted on 04/26/2020 9:56:22 AM PDT by Tilted Irish Kilt
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To: Bender2

Hang in there partner. Better times ahead.


200 posted on 04/26/2020 10:57:55 AM PDT by big'ol_freeper (If your opponent is of choleric temper, irritate him. ~ Sun Tzu)
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