Friday, May 17, 2019

Dropped at the start line

Hello Friends and Family,

 Much of our recent time since April 17 has been focusing on the future. Many wonderful things have happened in this month with Caris graduating being the top.

I went to Urgent Care 4-17 and left with an appt Friday 4-19 for a CT scan and a follow up with UNC Urology 4-24. In 7 fast days we learned I've been diagnosed with bladder cancer. Dr. was fairly confident it is the most treatable type. He took a lot of time going thru different scenarios, complications and all the other quick digestible info.

We left with a date for a Cystoscopy and surgery.

Spring to 5-16. Cystoscopy went good with some relieving news. Tumor was not blocking kidney duct! Which we were not aware that was an issue to think on, yeah. Dr. seemed to believe this was a low grade tumor with a good outlook of recovery. We also learned more about the surgical procedure including plan for being paralyzed/intubated, because a nerve that controls leg movement runs right next to surgical site.

We await any new info till surgery on Friday 5-24. Should hear biopsy results the following Wednesday.

We were dropped off at a race we didn't train for, equipped with no knowledge of the course or distance and have no idea what gear to use. We have friends who've run this race as well.

We are moving forward with a positive attitude, applying new knowledge, making the best decisions, keep moving forward. That's how you finish, one choice at a time.

Yes this is hard
Yes we have a lot of support
Yes there is love
Yes I have the greatest companion Jenny
Yes we will succeed

Much Love and Respect,  Harold