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#25Very Bad News
Posted: 3/18/10 at 9:45pmWell that just sucks. Adding my prayers and good thoughts.
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#26Very Bad News
Posted: 3/18/10 at 10:14pmSending good thoughts, prayers, etc. to your father, you and your family. So sorry to hear about this.
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#27Very Bad News
Posted: 3/18/10 at 10:14pm
Sorry to hear this but careful what you read. Googling "cancer" rarely comes up with initial stories that make you feel hopeful. A lot of us have found that out.
You just have to take it step by step and day by day. Positive turns of events often happen only after moments of despair.
Wishing you strength.
#28Very Bad News
Posted: 3/18/10 at 10:17pmSo sorry to hear this. Best wishes to you and your family!
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sabrelady
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/16/03
#29Very Bad News
Posted: 3/19/10 at 12:35am
Best wishes for your dad's recovery.
Just- BE there. It is the only thing that matters.
Making the journey with them.
G*d bless.
StockardFan
Broadway Legend Joined: 6/19/08
#30Very Bad News
Posted: 3/19/10 at 7:57amMatt, your dad is in my prayers. I'm so sorry to hear this, sweetie!
KFTC!!!!!
#31Very Bad News
Posted: 3/19/10 at 8:05amMatt, your Dad and you are in my prayers.
"To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.
Ralph Waldo Emerson
#32Very Bad News
Posted: 3/19/10 at 8:15am
What PJ said about googling "cancer".
And to add to that I would like to let you know that there are a lot of people who make it through cancer and live long long lives in healthy remission.
....but the world goes 'round
#33Very Bad News
Posted: 3/19/10 at 9:02amNothing but good thoughts and prayers for you and yours, Mister Matt.
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#34Very Bad News
Posted: 3/19/10 at 9:05amBest of thoughts for you, your father, and your family!
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#35Very Bad News
Posted: 3/19/10 at 9:59am
Matt, sending you hugs...stay strong so your dad can too. Adding to the advice not to google too much, but it's hard not to, I know.
Remember you are adored on bww and if you need to vent or stop by for a laugh, we're here for ya.
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#36Very Bad News
Posted: 3/19/10 at 10:38am
Thanks so much, everyone. Many of you already know my Dad is my hero, so this is a real punch in the gut. Not that I wouldn't be devastated if it were any other loved one, but you know what I mean. The man sidestepped death more than once and has lived with a pacemaker for almost 40 years, had bypass surgery and a valve replacement. So esophageal cancer is a total blindside.
The more encouraging statements I get from people, the easier it is to deal with the news. Every little bit is invaluable to me and greatly appreciated. Even the magic candles. Hey, everyone believes in all sorts of crazy stuff whether it is religion, rumor or superstition, especially around here. Raise your hand if you wet yourself or go ballistic when someone says "Macbeth" in a theatre. So bring on the magic candles, incense, gongs, chanting, smudge sticks, rabbit feet, Lucky Charms, Wonka Bars, and anything thing you can think of. If it is rooted in love, support, friendship and/or good will, my family and I will take anything we can get. It's all deeply appreciated.
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#37Very Bad News
Posted: 3/19/10 at 11:44amMy thoughts are also with you and your family.
Just give the world Love. - S. Wonder
iflitifloat
Broadway Legend Joined: 10/10/03
#39Very Bad News
Posted: 3/20/10 at 8:59pmBummer, Matt. I'm really sorry to hear that. Sending good thoughts toward the midwest...
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Dollypop
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/15/03
#40Very Bad News
Posted: 3/20/10 at 11:33pmYou have my full support, Matt. Both of my parents went through long illnesses and I know what an incredible strain this must be for you.
"Long live God!" (GODSPELL)
WishingOnlyWounds2
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/25/08
#41Very Bad News
Posted: 3/21/10 at 4:31pmHe'll be in my thoughts and prayers. Say strong.
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dramamama611
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/4/07
#42Very Bad News
Posted: 3/21/10 at 5:19pmMister Matt. So sorry for your sad news. I wish you all the chance to find smiles during this very difficult time. You'll be in my thoughts.
If we're not having fun, then why are we doing it?
These are DISCUSSION boards, not mutual admiration boards. Discussion only occurs when we are willing to hear what others are thinking, regardless of whether it is alignment to our own thoughts.
#43Very Bad News
Posted: 8/25/10 at 10:20am
Just a brief update. I haven't been around the boards much because my spirits haven't been very high. Dad had a very rough ride with chemo (which burned off layers of his skin) and radiation. Recently, he had major complications from a reaction to the chemo and his lungs are failing. He's been sedated on a ventilator in ICU for three weeks now and also has a mysterious infection the doctors have been unsuccessful in treating or diagnosing. With the lack of nutrition from a feeding tube due to the endless tests trying to diagnose his illness and the potentially permanent damage to his lungs, he will miss the window of opportunity for his esophagus/stomach surgery and his chances of survival are slim. The next week will be the most telling. Either way, the doctors believe it will be a long ordeal. My brother is coming back up from Austin so we can discuss everything with my mother and help her make some key decisions. My partner and I canceled our annual trip to NYC so I could take over some shifts staying in ICU with my dad and I know he feels terrible having to return to Spain this Sunday before we have any real idea of a resolution yet. The next few weeks are going to be so hard.
"What can you expect from a bunch of seitan worshippers?" - Reginald Tresilian
Updated On: 8/25/10 at 10:20 AM
Q
Broadway Legend Joined: 11/3/05
#44Very Bad News
Posted: 8/25/10 at 10:21amOh, Matt, I'm so sorry. Peace to you and yours as you travel this path.
#45Very Bad News
Posted: 8/25/10 at 10:24am
That sounds just terrible!
Peace and love to your family, Matt...please try to take care of yourself as well!
"Carson has combined his passion for helping children with his love for one of Cincinnati's favorite past times - cornhole - to create a unique and exciting event perfect for a corporate outing, entertaining clients or family fun."
"In Oz, the verb is douchifizzation." PRS
"In Oz, the verb is douchifizzation." PRS
#46Very Bad News
Posted: 8/25/10 at 10:26amMatt, I am so sorry. I will keep thinking good thoughts.
#48Very Bad News
Posted: 8/25/10 at 10:33am
I was wondering where you had been. I'm sad to find out the reason for your absence.
Heartfelt prayers for you and your family.
....but the world goes 'round
#49Very Bad News
Posted: 8/25/10 at 10:37amI'm so sorry Mr. Matt. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts.
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