Got Cancer?

[ctwiggs1]

Praying for you and your family.  I've always enjoyed reading your posts.  Please do know that you've provided a lot of value with your wealth of knowledge to the outdoor community on here.

Curtis

[elkaholic123]

I am real sorry to hear this news Iceman, thoughts and prayers to you and your family...

[Mudman]

So sorry.  Cancer worst of the worst.  I will pray for miracle and your health.  Why the Lord takes the good ones early is perplexing.

[Russ McDonald]

So sorry to hear this Iceman.  As everyone has echoed here you need anything just ask. 

[whacker1]

Really hate reading this again...

As you already know, we're here for you and you and yours are in my family's thoughts and prayers.
If there's anything we can do for your family, you let us know and it's a done deal.

 

thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family

[cedarriver]

So sorry Ice. Praying for healing, strength and understanding for you and your family. Don't give up, don't ever give up!

[vandeman17]

Wow! I am so sorry to hear that. I never have had the privilege to meet you in person but I have enjoyed reading your thoughts, ideas, jokes and advice on here. One thing I really like about this forum is that even though I have never met most of you, I still consider you guys and gals my friends. I wish you and your family all the best, give er hell and don't hesitate to ask for help. We are all here for you and your family

[quadrafire]

Thanks for sharing that Iceman. I have tears reading it and typing this even though I don't know you. It is a big kick in the pants for the rest of us to take better care of ourselves and pay attention to our health, both physical, emotional  and family financial stuff.
My best to you and your family

PS: I HATE CANCER

[Gringo31]

I sent this to a buddy yesterday....

Rocky Balboa: Let me tell you something you already know. The world ain't all sunshine and rainbows. It is a very mean and nasty place and it will beat you to your knees and keep you there permanently if you let it. You, me, or nobody is gonna hit as hard as life. But it ain't how hard you're hit; it's about how hard you can get hit, and keep moving forward. How much you can take, and keep moving forward. That's how winning is done.


Kevin....it sounds like you're winning to me 


And in the words of Stewart Scott..

“When you die, it does not mean that you lose to cancer. You beat cancer by how you live, why you live, and in the manner in which you live.”


It may seem odd, but I hope to see my end coming.  I don't want to die in my sleep.  I see the value in facing it, getting things in order and having the opportunity to say what I need to loved ones.  Prayers sent that God continues to give you strength to walk this walk.

[Tbar]

Iceman, I will say a prayer for you now and on my next trip to the high country.  I have kids of similar ages and can't imagine.. Stay strong.

[Carl]

Oh Kevin, I’m so sorry to hear this.  You’re a terrific guy and have touched many people’s lives. 

We met at the 2nd amendment rally in Olympia, I guess it was over 2 years ago.  You saw on HW that I bought a new 10/22 and I was looking for the almost impossible to find ammo.  When we met at the rally, you handed me several boxes of .22s and wouldn’t take any money for them.

When my son was coming out here for the summer on his break from college, you saw I was looking for a boat to rent from a member.  It never worked out to use it, but you offered yours up for free!

I’m sure you’ve extended your helping hands to many others on this forum and beyond.  Your kindheartedness and generosity is something for which we should all strive.

Although briefly, I had the pleasure of meeting your wife and kids.  It was immediately obvious what an awesome family you have.  Please be comforted in knowing that your kids will always look to your teachings to guide their lives. You’ve laid down the foundation and when in times of uncertainty, they will ask “what Dad would do in this situation”.

Don’t try and overthink things at this time because you’ve done what needed to be done – that is, an exemplary job as husband and father. 

I don’t know if you’re a Christian or not, but I know I can’t get by without our Lord, Jesus.  You and your family will be in our prayers.  As many others have said, please let us know what we can do - anything at all.

I’m very proud to know you,
Carl

[et1702]

Hi Kevin,

I'm so sorry to hear your cancer is back.  Keep fighting and living each moment.  I'm not sure I let you know, but I did very much appreciate our chats regarding my wife's cancer battle.  Not sure I've touched bases w/you lately, as I haven't been on the forum much.  But, I lost my wife to her three year battle with Ovarian cancer on October 16, 2014.  Not sure what I can do for you, but please let me know. 

Take care,

ET

[Whitpirate]

Do not go gentle into that good night... rage against the dying of the light.

Cancer sucks, leaving those we love behind is worse.  The best we can hope for is that those we leave behind honor our memory, miss us every day and that our friends step in when we can no longer. 

We've not met but I've enjoyed our dialogs and the insight you've posted on here.  If there is something I can do to help you or your family please let me know.  I'm a fair hand at technology, cook like a fiend, can do most farm construction and I can drive damn near anywhere.  Been through two degrees and navigated the higher ed waters so if you've got any questions or concerns or your son or daughter need a sounding board to bounce off of I'm available.

Best of luck and there is always hope while we still breath. 

[SniperDanWA]

Iceman,
You and your family are in my prayers.  Prayers for healing and time.

[HillSlick]

Do not go gentle into that good night... rage against the dying of the light.

Such a beautiful poem, I cannot leave it as a partial please  forgive me.


Do not go gentle into that good night,
Old age should burn and rave at close of day;
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

Though wise men at their end know dark is right,
Because their words had forked no lightning they
Do not go gentle into that good night.

Good men, the last wave by, crying how bright
Their frail deeds might have danced in a green bay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

Wild men who caught and sang the sun in flight,
And learn, too late, they grieved it on its way,
Do not go gentle into that good night.

Grave men, near death, who see with blinding sight
Blind eyes could blaze like meteors and be gay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

And you, my father, there on the sad height,
Curse, bless, me now with your fierce tears, I pray.
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

Iceman we've never met or even talked that I can remember, but we are apart of the HuntWa family all the same. My family and I wish you only the best. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. You will beat this, and  I'm sure you'll do it with a smile on your face for the triumph you have made.

Stay strong and hunt on.


-"Progress once meant hope for the future, now it will destroy it."