Rick Barter Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 I am very close to my aunt and uncle. My aunt, Pam, just found out she has colon cancer. She goes in for surgery on August 21st to remove the tumor and find out if it has spread and how badly. I would appreciate it very much if you could hold her in your thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Rick Barter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irnsrgn Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Knee mail her way Rick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandpile Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Rick We are with you. chuck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leah Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 I will keep your aunt in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woody Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Rick: Prayers on the way for you and your aunt Woody Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerryCarroll Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Rick, She is added to the list here--mail coming your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crackers Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 G'day Rick, how about telling your aunt Pam that you know people on the other side of the world, (Western Australia) that are holding her in their thoughts! I am also close to my uncle. Regards, Brian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Rick, she is on the list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mills Posted August 2, 2006 Share Posted August 2, 2006 Will do Rick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Barter Posted August 2, 2006 Author Share Posted August 2, 2006 Thank you all. I am very grateful for your thoughts on her behalf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Barter Posted August 21, 2006 Author Share Posted August 21, 2006 My Aunt is going in for surgery tomorrow. They've found more cancer in her and she will be having some of her intestines removed as well as a hysterectomy. Then she will have 9 months of chemotherapy. I thank you all for your thoughts on her behalf and for being here for me to talk to. Auntie Pam, we are all rooting for you. You're strong and loved. rvb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandpile Posted August 21, 2006 Share Posted August 21, 2006 RICK-- We will have to double up on this deal. I will have the Prayer Circle pick up on your Aunt PAM.. Chuck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankw Posted August 21, 2006 Share Posted August 21, 2006 Keeping your Aunt in our prayers I hope all goes well. Frankw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenn Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Your Aunt is on the list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Barter Posted August 22, 2006 Author Share Posted August 22, 2006 Thank you all so much. Here's an update: She's out of surgery and in the Intensive Care Unit. It turned out to be ovarian cancer that spread to her colon and liver. Only time will tell, but at the minimum she's looking at a long, hard road to recover. But, she's an amazing woman and I know she'll get better with all the positive energy she is receiving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crackers Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 G'day Rick, Sounds like Pam has got a bit of a tough time ahead, but she's still in our thoughts. Thinking of you both over here. Best wishes, Brian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Barter Posted August 25, 2006 Author Share Posted August 25, 2006 Thank you all for you thoughts. Some news... They found out that her cancer began from her ovaries and spread to her colon. They also found a spot on her liver which turned out to be nothing (Thank God). She came through surgery fine and will hopefully be going home from the hospital in a couple of weeks. She does still have a long, hard road ahead, but our family is trying to give her strength and together we'll get her through it. My sincerest thanks to all of you that took the time and kept her in your thoughts. It is VERY appreciated. I will keep the updates coming as I get them... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheftjcook Posted August 25, 2006 Share Posted August 25, 2006 Rick That is very encouraging news. God Bless, The family will be praying for her recovery and that all goes well. TIM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmy seale Posted August 26, 2006 Share Posted August 26, 2006 rich- ya'll still in our prayers here-all the best...j Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crackers Posted September 2, 2006 Share Posted September 2, 2006 G'day Rick, thanks for keeping us informed. Sounds encouraging to me. She remains in our thoughts. All the best, Brian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Barter Posted September 2, 2006 Author Share Posted September 2, 2006 My Aunt is home from the hospital and she sent the whole family an email. I figured I would let her give this update via that email: ------------------ 2006.08.30 Hey everyone, this time it's Pam!!! Just wanted to let everyone know that I'm home and doing fine!! I came home yesterday but was still a little tired when I got home, believe it or not. Today is better and everyday is just getting better. First off, I want to thank my children for the great job that they did in keeping everyone informed and for the wonderful support that they have been to Gary and I. Mom, you have been awesome as well. Along with that, I want to thank all of you. You have no idea what your PRAYERS, calls, cards, flowers and thoughts have meant to me. I am so lucky to have the family and friends that I have!!! Believe it or not, there is still no final diagnosis at this point. I have an appointment with the surgeon next Friday the 8th and hope to have a clue at that point. Until then, I'm just hanging out gaining strength for what is to come! (Not losing the weight that I thought I might.) Again thank you so much for everything and I will be speaking with all of you at some point!! Love, Pam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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