Ive Got Cancer

[Bisbonian]

Last post was from Muzz on the 13th Jan.

How are you doing Rick?

I'm sure Rick will post up. I saw him last weekend at the Tucson Vintage Motorcycle Riders show with his son.

Rick looked pretty good and seemed to be feeling good. I think he'll be with us for a good time yet.

[Cool Runnings]

bigbikerrick, join a health club, the best one you can afford.

You will run into ONLY positive people. Go for a swim, take a sauna, jump into the whirlpool, share your story with others. 

[bigbikerrick]

Hi Fellas! I just wanted to give you an update. I have been doing very well, I just went in to see my oncologist for the 9 month follow up( I have CT scans every 3 months) after finishing the radiation and chemo, and the Doctor told me so far everything looks good, with no sign of tumor present. I feel a bit stronger every day, and like Adam ( Bisbonian) said, I was able to enjoy the Tucson vintage motorcycle show with my son, a couple of weeks ago.
Life is great, and I am very fortunate to be alive. I am humbled, and for ever grateful for all the good wishes, and support from all my friends here!
Rick.

[oldbike54]

 Thanks for the update Rick 

 Dusty

[Triple Jim]

Congratulations Rick!

Did you pick up a quadcopter yet?

[Idontwantapickle]

That is great news! Glad to hear it.
Hunter

[balvenie]

Onya mate

[canuck750]

Fantastic news!

Congratulations on your victory, glad to know that good guy can get a deserved break.

Cheers

Jim

[Gliderjohn]

That is great news. Probably don't need to tell you that each day is special.
GldierJohn

[Bobbilljim]

Im sorry to come in so late, but that is good news. I hope everything is still going well!


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[azguzzirep]

Hi Rick!

Enjoy every day with those you love. Congratulations on winning!

Tom

[pete roper]

This is great news and I raise a colossal beaker of Amber nectar in your honour!

Pete

[Chuck in Indiana]

Attaboy, Rick! Keep on keepin on..

[RANDM]

I seem to be late to this too - but glad to find good news.
All the best for the recovery.

Maurie.

[JJ]

Good news and glad to read this Rick!   Keep moving..keep riding...keep enjoying life!

[Moto]

Very glad to hear this.

In the words of Warren Zevon, enjoy every sandwich!

Moto

[John Ulrich]

Great news!!!!!  Keep on keeping on.

[Ncdan]

Rick
First I want to say that prayers are coming your way and I believe in the worth of prayers.
Next , I have a neighbor that was diagnosed with lung cancer that had spread to other organs. They did all the usual chemo and radiation which produced little results. A few months ago  she was allowed to participate in an experimental program. I don't know all the medical terminology but they injected something into her blatter and she had to hold her water as long as possible. They repeated this procedure a few times over the period of a few months. A couple sundays ago her husband made an announcement during the service that that week her doctors had determined that after her last cat scan that she was CANCER FREE, all tumors had shrunk to the point of non detectable. Miracles still happen, even today. God bless my friend:)

[twowings]

Wonderful...keep riding!

[azguzzirep]

Rick
First I want to say that prayers are coming your way and I believe in the worth of prayers.
Next , I have a neighbor that was diagnosed with lung cancer that had spread to other organs. They did all the usual chemo and radiation which produced little results. A few months ago  she was allowed to participate in an experimental program. I don't know all the medical terminology but they injected something into her blatter and she had to hold her water as long as possible. They repeated this procedure a few times over the period of a few months. A couple sundays ago her husband made an announcement during the service that that week her doctors had determined that after her last cat scan that she was CANCER FREE, all tumors had shrunk to the point of non detectable. Miracles still happen, even today. God bless my friend:)

My wife needed  that. And a miracle . She got neither.  I don't want to rain on a parade, God bless all those who have beaten cancer. I'm very happy for them all.

They need to realize what a gift they got and to give thanks every day.

My wife's funeral will be on the 4th of May. She will be buried in a 'Friedwald', or forest cemetery.




The area around this tree will be our family plot.



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[Tennmoto]

  A few weeks ago there was an episode of the news program on HBO called vice.  They documented three cases and explained research being done that CURES cancer.  It seems they found a way to genetically modify virus's to seek out and destroy cancer cells.  They leave behind a patient that is in a cured state instead of remission short or long term. 
   What is upsetting to me is all the talk on the media lately on  cancer and so called breakthroughs but no mention of the cure. Just listened to a multi day 6 hour report on NPR and no mention of the new virus cure.

    I wish you all the best and my prayers are with you.

That genetic treatment offers the best hope for your cure, make sure you make your doctors work for you and do the research for this treatment. It's being used everywhere. You are in shock and probably
Depressed with good reason, you will adapt and we are all supporting you. Keep us informed
Walt

[Rough Edge racing]

My wife needed  that. And a miracle . She got neither.  I don't want to rain on a parade, God bless all those who have beaten cancer. I'm very happy for them all.

They need to realize what a gift they got and to give thanks every day.

My wife's funeral will be on the 4th of May. She will be buried in a 'Friedwald', or forest cemetery.

   The only thing I can say is I hope you find peace in the near future.........

[Ncdan]

My wife needed  that. And a miracle . She got neither.  I don't want to rain on a parade, God bless all those who have beaten cancer. I'm very happy for them all.

They need to realize what a gift they got and to give thanks every day.

My wife's funeral will be on the 4th of May. She will be buried in a 'Friedwald', or forest cemetery.



The area around this tree will be our family plot.



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I am so sorry for your loss my friend. I hope my words of encouragement for Rick didn't cause you added pain at this time of terrible grief for you. If it did please forgive me Sir.

[azguzzirep]

I am so sorry for your loss my friend. I hope my words of encouragement for Rick didn't cause you added pain at this time of terrible grief for you. If it did please forgive me Sir.
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Not at all, no worries.  My wife is the third one in my family to succumb to cancer. One brother-in-law, my mom and now my wife. One sister had breast cancer, too, but she won!!

[Triple Jim]

The unfortunate truth is that cancer kills about 25% of the population, with heart disease getting another quarter.

[bigbikerrick]

Hi Folks, I was a little surprised to see this thread revived again, and just wanted to let you all know that I am doing well. I am still getting CT scans every 3 months to look for any re occurance, and at approximately my almost 2 year anniversary, all looks good so far. I was able to attend the Tucson Vintage Motorcycle show this Sunday, which happened to be that place I first met Tom Short about 5 plus years ago, when we had lunch together. You were in my thoughts all day there Tom!

This cancer thing, puts a whole new prespective on ones life, and what is truly important. I cant even count all the times I have re read this complete thread , all 9 pages, and read it to different family members, and close friends. The support all you folks have given me, the good wishes, prayers, books, scapulars, honey, advice,  and everything I am forgetting at the moment, I am very ,very  appreciative, and humbled .   
Thank You
Rick. 

[Bill Hagan]

Stupendous news.

Must confess to some cowardice about posting when I saw the revival of the thread notwithstanding your great news of progress last year.

I saw a specialist about knee issues this a.m., and, on leaving, mused to myself about health, etc. 

Knees?  Yeah.  A joke compared to your own battle.

Kathi and I are so pleased for you and your family.

Bill

[bigbikerrick]

Congratulations Rick!

Did you pick up a quadcopter yet?

Hi Jim, No Sir, Not yet, Ive come close a couple of times, but then something else takes precedence.... you know how that  goes!  The nice ones are coming down in price some!!
Rick.

[bigbikerrick]

Stupendous news.

Must confess to some cowardice about posting when I saw the revival of the thread notwithstanding your great news of progress last year.

I saw a specialist about knee issues this a.m., and, on leaving, mused to myself about health, etc. 

Knees?  Yeah.  A joke compared to your own battle.

Kathi and I are so pleased for you and your family.

Bill

My sincere thanks to you and Kathi.
Rick.

[Green1000S]

My wife beat the cancer and I'm happy to hear you have beaten it too. Great news!!!
I wish you a fantastic recovery, many, many more days on the road with Guzzi and sunny days with your family and friends!.