[TexasCowboy]

I hope y'all will forgive me for not having a ping list for my own thread. I barely have time to post.
Thank you, Nana, for the update.
I do have my laptop here; I'm just very short on time and energy.
I think it's been determined to run every test known by man before June 14, which is operation day.
On June 12, they'll plug off the blood supply to the biggest vessels going to the tumor and allow it to die as much as it will.

On June 14, they'll take as much of the tumor out as is practical without running the risk of cutting into too much of it causing me to bleed to death. They're counting on the Luken II to kill the rest of the cancer.

After the tumor removal they'll cut away the femor until they find good bone, and a titanium rod will take the place of the bad bone along with a titanium head to fit the pelvic socket.

I'll be bedfast for a week, then limited movement for a week in a wheelchair. After that it depends on me.

Reckon we can get a pot going that for how long it's going to take me to walk without ANY aids??
LOL! I'm saying 30 days....

Someone said something about the good looking nurses here at UCLA, and they were dead on. Some of these nurses could have their choice between nursing or movies.
I've been trying to figure out a way to become a professional patient.
If a census were taken, however, I'd bet that the young Asian men and women outnumber the Caucasian men and women, and they're not talking about the latest fashion or who is going with who. They're talking medicine !
They recognize the opportunity they have been give, and they're not squandering it.

Thank you for taking this journey with me, friends.
Nana and I will try to keep you informed with each step of the way.

May the Good Lord bless you and keep you as we travel this path together.

WE'VE GOT A MUTUAL ENEMY CALLED CANCER, AND, WITH GOD'S HELP, WE'RE GOING TO KICK IT'S BUTT!!

[Flyer]

Hey, am I first in?

So good to hear from ya!

Prayers continue and may your wonderful spirit be contagious among us all.

[Valin]

Someone said something about the good looking nurses here at UCLA, and they were dead on. Some of these nurses could have their choice between nursing or movies. I've been trying to figure out a way to become a professional patient.

cough cough Oh I don't feel so good.

Get better cowboy, We're pulling for ya.

[Rightfootforward]

"I'll be bedfast for a week, then limited movement for a week in a wheelchair. After that it depends on me."

I'm not a gambler but I'm willing to put money on you, big fella! My guess is, you'll walk SOONER than is humanly possible. The day they allow you to venture forth, will be the day you'll boogie around and show them what a thoroughbred can do.

Don't worry about going into the spare parts business. I've been at it so long, no two parts of my body match. It can be a bit of a bummer going through airport security. But knowing you, you'll turn on the charm and ace that nonsense too.

We send you bundles of warm fuzzies and lots of double prayers. Please remember, we're with you in spirit, and will be for the duration.

HUGS!

[Brad’s Gramma]

The Cowboy Speaketh!!

TC....prayers, prayers, and more prayers. Now and forever till ya tell us to stop it, which if you do, we'll bop you up the side of the head.

Professional patient? Oh for Pete's sake. Wouldja behave yourself?

[Bethbg79]

Love ya TC! You take care and get well soon!! That's an order. LOL

Glad to hear from you! (((HUGS)))

More prayers on the way!

[Soaring Feather]

Prayers up Cowboy!!

We are pulling for you!!


*HUGS*

P.S. I may have to come out there to do some Boot Scooting with ya!!

LOL

[Maigrey]

I'll pack the supplies with the best of care for you. You just keep fightin'.

[Jim Robinson]

Prayers on the way, TC. Sounds like they're taking good care of you there at UCLA. Hope you win that pot!

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

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Up to the minute update from Texas Cowboy PING

Offering my prayers for TC

[tiredoflaundry]

I'll be flying an extra flag for you on June 14th, along with prayers & best wishes for you !

[luvie]

Prayers for you gathering your strength and that you will "kick it's Butt" real good! You have such a wonderful attitude and that goes a long way for getting you healthy again! God bless and keep you and yours during this journey--stay strong!

[stanz]

Hey TC,
So great to hear from you. You sound pretty chipper...chasing all the ladies!
Well, everything seems to be on schedule and we have you in our thoughts as you progress from one step to the next.
You are a Texan...not a lot that can keep you down!
Stay as sweet and as strong as you are...and keep us in the loop.
Love and kindest regards,
Auntie Stanz

[AnAmericanMother]

Prayers, prayers and more prayers for you and yours.

My daddy beat it, my mama beat it, and so can you!

[Tribune7]

Prayers continue, Tex.

[Yaelle]

Wow, June 14th is going to be one heck of a day! I'd want to be asleep when all that was going to happen inside my body, too!! We will be praying from down the 405 from you, with no gridlock between here and heaven, at least.

It's not how pretty the nurses are that will get you walking faster. It's how ugly the physical therapists are!! LOL. I love that you haven't lost your spirit, TC! Keep on fighting, man!

[Mears]

Thinkin' of you everyday day,TC. Good luck!

[WVNan]

With God's help we ARE going to kick cancer butt. Mighty prayers and lots of hope, faith and love T.C. (Watch it with those nurses cowboy).

[Kathy in Alaska]

Praying and waiting, TC.

Ernest Tubb ~ Waltz Across Texas

[King Prout]

kick its ASS, TC

prayers UP

[BIGLOOK]

I with you for the long haul, Tex. Your pretty nurse situation sounds chronic though.

Best to you!