Got Cancer?

[Ghost Hunter]

 

Kevin, your spirit is amazing.  I'm sure you are pissed as all get out, but I think that helps.  Kicking cancer is a hard battle, but you've got it in you.  Your wife, son and daughter know it too.  Heck, I don't think a guy or gal on HuntWA doesn't believe it either.  I'm praying for you and your family and will wait for your next update.  If you need help, let us know.  We are a family...

   Keep up the good fight.

[runamuk]

CCA does have some pretty darn good treatment options and support.  My kid is on hold he has a followup with a specialist on the 13th his last PET was "off" he is a bit worried because as you mention chemo sucks.

I am glad to hear you are still holding your own and your posts always make me smile.

[Carl]

Kevin,

I'll pray the new treatment does wonders for you.   

Carl
 

[elkboy]

Thanks for the update, Ice. You and your family are in our prayers. Keep up the fight!!!

[Rudy]

Update.

My recent CT scan indicated that my current chemo is not working as good anymore, cancer is becoming resistant. This was expected at some time....most cancer patients get 6 months out of the first chemo mix. I lasted 1 year. My doctor said I was atypical. My wife said she knew that 34 years ago when we first dated.


Cancer is now showing a bit in my Rt lung. This was there also 3 months ago. Growth is slow.

My doctor was amazed that after 1 year of chemo I am still strong and resilient. She has referred me to Seattle Cancer Care Alliance to see if I could join their current cancer drug study. The study is to instead place cancer patients onto a drug that causes the body to attack the cancer cells...not chemo. Since I am Ok, for now, i can see joining the study. It would require a trip to seattle every 3 weeks. This study med does not cure cancer but instead extends life and increases quality of life. Chemo sucks and I have been on it since January 2015.

So, I wait to visit with the cancer team late this month. In the meantime, no chemo....which sounds good for a change, but scary too-not fighting cancer with something for a while. In the mean time, I will continue work, do the honey list stuff and prep for turkey season.

A friend of mine and old co-worker is on that treatment.  It was amazing to see the difference it made in him.  They aren't lying when they say it increases your quality of life

[ICEMAN]

Been away from the site for awhile. Thanks for the support everyone! Always log on here and get a smile.

[SniperDanWA]

Great to see you post Kevin. 

[Blacklab]

 

[bearpaw]

Kevin, if you are over in my neck of the state during turkey season please stop by for a visit. 

[ICEMAN]

Hi guys and gals, it has been too long since I logged in. Sorry for staying away, been out living life, working, spending time with my family.

Since here last, I went on a turkey trip with my son, brought him over from Pullman to soda springs and chased birds to no avail. Had great father son time.

My daughter just graduated second in her class (Tenino Highschool), got accepted into the honors college at good ol' Wazzu. Go Cougs! I will have both my kids at Pullman this fall, both in the marching band, could not be prouder.

Unbelievably my wife was also diagnosed with cancer, a small tumor on her right kidney. She had a partial nephrectomy (partial removal of her right kidney)April 4th at Swedish in Seattle. Chances are hers will not return as removal surgery at such an early stage (stage 1) has a great recovery rate.

I have continued on with chemo treatment, starting a dual medication therapy each week. Chemo each weeks sucks bad. But, I am able to work, and I am able to take chemo after working a half day at work. (God Bless the Washington State Patrol my employer)

I just put 1/3 of my lawn in, and have grass to mow. The other 2/3 is just dirt, waiting to be properly rolled and then seeded. Probably waited too long, oh well, been a bit tired lately so things go slowly.

I will be checking my old posts and reading a lot more new posts.

I do need a favor of some special person here. My dad booked one of those cool houseboats on Lake Roosevelt for 5 days in July. I will be asking for someone with knowledge of the lake to throw some tips my way as to what kind of fishing I can get on in July there. Stay tuned for that request. If this special person is you, please PM me!!!

Anyway, as usual, it will be nice to check back in with many of you and see what all you have been up to.

From Tenino, greetings! I will be spending a tiny bit of time re-visiting all of you.

Kevin.

[Timberstalker]

Wow on so many levels Iceman. Glad you are fighting and kicking Ass!  And to hear your wife was diagnosed, unbelievable is right. Best of luck with all of it.
I know nothing of lake Roosevelt, however there are plenty on here that do.

[Bean Counter]

thanks for checking Kevin. Prayers for your family from mine. God bless.

[runamuk]

   So happy to hear from you.  The kiddo is cancer free for now, he feels better but still has some issues and he is slowly pulling his head out.     Your kiddos are amazing.  Your family is awesome and you are always in my thoughts

[X-Force]

Your strength is amazing.

Enjoy the Lake Roosevelt trip and slay some fish.

[ICEMAN]

Thanks everyone. I have a new perspective on life for sure.

Rory, glad to hear of your sons health!

Kevin.