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FLHW(David E)
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Posted 11/18/2007 8:53 PM (GMT -7)
OK, so I am new here, but apparently known thanks to TC from Vegas.

I'll try to stay in touch, post frequently, add my opinion, I do have one
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Most of what I think, feel and go through on a daily basis can be found at my blog (available by reviewing my profile).
Some people find my blog a strange way to live through this, I don't give that much thought. I read early on that keeping
a journal was an important way to heal - I just happened to choose making my journal public.

So basically I'm just at 44 year old husband and father that for nearly three years has struggled with advanced PCa. I still cry, I'm still
scared, I'm still hopeful. Medication, diet and exercise won't do it alone, it takes faith, love and hope.....my mantra.

How long will this go on? As long as God thinks it should!
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bluebird
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Posted 11/18/2007 9:29 PM (GMT -7)
     Hi ~ David & Loved Ones…   W elcome     to…    ~ HealingWell ~   and   A    “ Special ”    Warm Welcome   to   You !   Knowledge gives us POWER….   POWER takes away the fear.   ~      ~      ~      ~      ~      ~      ~      ~      ~      ~      ~      ~      ~     Click   on   link   below for important information that will help you ~ help us!!   Welcome New Members ~ to HealingWell     The information (link) listed above is to help you get started on your journey.       It is a journey best traveled with friends.            Welcome ~ New Friend from all the members here... on HealingWell.com   v       IdahoSurvivor ~   Moderator for Prostate Cancer Forum http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1160/1313099593_9f819e3ff8.jpg   v       bluebird ~   Moderator for Prostate Cancer Forum http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb179/mamabluebird1955/mamabluebirdWelcome.jpg  
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bluebird
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Posted 11/18/2007 9:40 PM (GMT -7)
   Hey ~   David & Loved One ,   A    “Special”   Warm Welcome   to   You!   Caring Enough to Share ….. that’s what   HealingWell    is all about   The Power of Hope click   KNOWLEDGE IS POWER... and POWER conquers fear     Susan *Myman brought your blog to our attention.   And it's neat to know that Tony has communicated with you too and now you're here with all of us!      It is heartwarming to see how you are truly moving forward with such a positive frame of mind…and sharing your journey is truly a gift you give to all of us.   We will keep you close in thoughts and prayers as you move forward in your fight.   It will be a fight but with “All of Us”…. walking * hand~in~hand and *heart~to~heart" * with you   ~   the road will be smoother.   “Your Journey” is a path filled with stepping-stones.   Please ~ stay close to us through every step and you will feel “All of Our” strength surrounding you and your family.   This forum is a true blessing for all of us.   Good, Bad, and/or Scary…. We are here for each other…. That’s what HealingWell is all about !! Stay close ~ okay!   In Friendship ~ Lee & Buddy   http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb179/mamabluebird1955/Stepping-StonestoHealingWell.jpg   “God Bless” Tony & Susan for bringing you to us!!!!           and   “God Bless You”  It's a little prayer   ~   "God Bless You" ...but it means so much each day, It means may angels guard you and guide you on your way     * phrases borrowed from TimG *   Post edited to reset signature that didn't appear!! mama bluebird - Lee & Buddy… from North Carolina   v           We invite you to visit our personal thread :   Click Here:   “Our Journey” ~ Sharing is Caring   April 3, 2006  53 on surgery day RRP / Radical Retropubic Prostatectomy PSA 4.6   Gleason  3+3=6    T2a   Confined to Prostate 3rd PSA 08-07-2007 Less than 0.1 Non-Detectable :) Post Edited (bluebird) : 11/19/2007 7:31:43 AM (GMT-7)
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Tony Crispino
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Posted 11/18/2007 11:15 PM (GMT -7)
Hi David,
And welcome to our forum. Our site was started by Peter Waite and has been a great place to meet whenever we can. Kind of a cafe for people in distress. God bless Peter. And God Bless you too. Your story belongs here with us. But I was just a navigational tool. Here's why:

For our members,
David has taken an active role in trying to beat advanced prostate cancer by going public. I have been inspired by him to do the same things. I wear the blue ribbon and bracelets. But I have not done what David can do for us. My Videos thread has his public appearances and I was very happy to see him there. Both in my link to him, but with his blessing and posts there in that thread. Some of, actually many of, Davids posts in his popular blog, have sent me into tears. But good ones. With a challenge we all do things better. And what David has done for all of us, and for me, is get the word out. Susan (myman) found his thread months ago and I have followed it. As an articulate man, he has added so much love and life to people with advanced disease. I am encouraging you all to stay with him. He will show you how to keep a good attitude, how to live life to the fullest, and how to be someone willing to make a difference.

David, thank you again. And welcome to the best site I have found that allows us to communicate with each other.

For all:

David's blog is getting attention.  Have a look: http://prostatecancerat42.blogspot.com/



Tony

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GreenAcres
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Posted 11/19/2007 6:50 AM (GMT -7)
It's so good to have your "voice" here, David. I, too, found your blog some time ago and read through every thread. Also linked to it. Thanks for joining. Everyone here has so much to share and learn.
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Doting Daughter
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Posted 11/19/2007 10:34 AM (GMT -7)

Welcome David!  I too have read your blog and am thrilled that you joined the forum! Your attitude and faith are inspiring to more than you know!

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myman
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Posted 11/19/2007 5:31 PM (GMT -7)
Hey David!

I'm so happy to see you here! You'll add much to this site and of course we need all the help we can get! :-)
You and Tony have much in common besides this disease. I admire you both.

Susan
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FLHW(David E)
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Posted 11/19/2007 7:40 PM (GMT -7)
There are many times I question how many people actually read my blog? There are friends and neighbors that make comments in person and online but apparently within this community and others I have a few fans. It's not what it does for my ego, it's what I know writing about PCa does to keep others going. I can't imagine keeping all these feeling and thoughts locked inside?
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Tony Crispino
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Posted 11/19/2007 11:58 PM (GMT -7)
You have a gift, David,
Your gift is expression. What it does for others, I can only hope it does for you. What I don't understand is why there are not more David's documenting their journeys like you do. The internet is giving us a new tool in the cancer arena. Most doctors caution us that it is unregulated and not well controlled. But the truth be told, my doctors are not articulating the biggest part of the experience at all. It's drugs, Xrays, surgery and radiation. Nothing for our minds about what living with cancer is actually like. From your blog I know that you are a proud father, a devoted husband, a sports fan, a golfer, and an active prostate cancer antagonist! Seems like that is OK with me and I'm glad to hear it.

PS: Your music taste is very close to mine. But I am also a country boy more so these days. My favorite song this week is George Strait's "A Love Without End, Amen". I am mastering it on guitar for this weekends get together of friends, family, and old band mates. I have played for thirty years plus. Seems like I still whip out a Zeppelin tune or two but they are now surrounded by Country music tunes.

Tony
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FLHW(David E)
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Posted 12/4/2007 9:03 PM (GMT -7)
Monthly update:
My PSA numbers from Monday 12-3

21.9

Down from November!!!!
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Tony Crispino
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Posted 12/5/2007 12:11 AM (GMT -7)
Coach V said it...it could be happiness or joy. For me today it's both. I find myself joyjful at your hopefulness on your site for a lower number being blessed. And I find myself Happy for you, David. Good Job!

Tony
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myman
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Posted 12/5/2007 7:25 AM (GMT -7)

Great news, David, and it brings a smile to my heart!

Susan

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Dutch
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Posted 12/5/2007 9:34 AM (GMT -7)

David:

Down is good and may it continue in that direction.  I too have read your blog and admire you for sharing it all with us.  Probably hard to number the persons it has helped.  Thanks for what you do so well and best wishes to you.

Dutch

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Tony Crispino
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Posted 12/23/2007 7:43 PM (GMT -7)
Hi David,
I would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas. Through the last couple years your posts to your blog have been a inspiration. I also want to give you Kudos and Congrats for your 300th post at your site (http://prostatecancerat42.blogspot.com). May your next 300 posts continue the wonderful message you deliver so well. For me that message is, and I quote you, we can win in our battle against this disease with Faith, Love, and Hope. And you do it also with Courage and Grace. As we approach the Eve of a very glorious day, my prayers are for you and Mary and Brad, and all of your loved ones, to have the Best Christmas Ever! May God Bless you.

Tony
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