Thursday, January 7, 2010

January 7, 2010

I arrived back in Frazier Park on Sunday, and decided to stay in town across from Carls house instead of going to Lockwood Valley. Since I have been recovering, Carl and I have gotten into the habit of watching football together, and...... well, the playoffs start this weekend.........

I had my 3 month follow up doctors appointment yesterday, and was found to be cancer free!!! They took samples, did several scans, and found nothing out of the ordinary. I was surprised by the relief that I experienced when hearing the good news, I guess that I had underestimated the anxiety that goes along with check-ups.

My next appointment will be next Dec...... I am thrilled that I get a year off.

I started this year with 4 big issues to deal with: staying alive, of course being the most important, insurance issues next, collecting money or property out of my debtors BK, and getting my finances in order. I guess, for now, I can take cancer off of the list.

A year ago, my finances were in pretty good order, and none of the other problems existed. I guess that this is an example of how quickly things can change. The choice seems simple, live consumed with fear and anger, or be happy that I am alive, and try to get the most out of every day. Seems like a no-brainer.......

5 comments:

Pat said...

John,
I am so happy for you! That is Great News! We all were thinking of you yesterday around circle and praying for good test results.
Pat
(currently at Martinez Lake, AZ)

Barbara and Ron said...

Congratulations, John! I can certainly understand your relief. After being consumed by fighting this thing for so long, it would be hard to believe that it's gone. Terrific news!

ladynomad said...

Congratulations! I'm so glad to hear of your good news.

JC said...

Thank you for the kind thoughts.....

Mary Gridley said...

YEAH!!!