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Sooner_Bob
6/14/2006, 05:49 PM
which is totally something I never thought I'd have to deal with.

She's scheduled for a lumpectomy next Tuesday with further treatments being dependent on the test results from the tissue that is removed.

She had a biopsy a couple of weeks ago and was told things were benign, but went ahead and had the lump removed on Monday. They ran more tests and it came back malignant this time.

Even with all the uncertainty she seems to be in good spirits. I guess dad is doing ok . . . he's your typical dad that doesn't show a ton of emotions.

Please pray that the doctors will get all of the cancerous tissue on Tuesday and that things will come back negative and that the treatments in the future will do the job and this will be over with.

I'm still in the "not so sure what to think about this" stage at the moment so you might pray for me and my two brothers and our families as well.

Thanks!
olevetonahill
6/14/2006, 05:51 PM
Done
your Mom 1st then the rest of you guys
BlondeSoonerGirl
6/14/2006, 05:53 PM
Dude, treatment for BC has advanced A LOT these past few years. A while back, it was really bad news to be diagnosed with it but nowadays it's not so...bad.

My Aunt was diagnosed with it a few years ago and they went in, removed it, she had a couple of weeks of treatment and that was it. She's been cancer-free ever since.

I'm hoping for the same for your mom.
crawfish
6/14/2006, 06:07 PM
You and your mom will be in our prayers, bob. :(
GDC
6/14/2006, 06:14 PM
My father just got the all clear (for now) on his bout with bladder cancer over the past year, so I can relate and wish the best for you and your mother.
BlondeSoonerGirl
6/14/2006, 06:14 PM
This needs to be a stabby...
Mjcpr
6/14/2006, 06:21 PM
I hope all goes well with your family, Bob.
booomer
6/14/2006, 06:21 PM
Sooner_Bob my family just went thru this with my sister-in-law last summer. She had a double mastectomy on June 1, 2005 and she has been doing just great.

The advances that have been made in breast cancer treatments are amazing.....my sil went home the day after her surgery....she was sitting up and talking just hours afterward.

She's done so well that I often forget all that she's gone thru.

She did lose her hair, but it grew back so beautiful.

I tell you all of that to make you feel a little better, and maybe worry a little less.
MamaMia
6/14/2006, 06:22 PM
I will say a prayer and light a candle for your mom.
lefty
6/14/2006, 06:25 PM
My wife has been going through the same thing. She had a questionable mass show up during a routine physical. She then had a mammography which indicated it to be a fiborous mass perhaps related to recent weight loss. Nevertheless, she is going to need to be ever vigilant in continuing to monitor the situation. These sorts of things keep your perspective grounded. I don't do the prayer thing, but will keep my fingers crossed. All the best to you and your family.
Newbomb Turk
6/14/2006, 06:42 PM
Prayers for your Mom & family.
Sooner_Bob
6/14/2006, 06:57 PM
Thanks a ton for the kind words.

The support on this site is awesome . . . you guys are great.
Cam
6/14/2006, 07:05 PM
Thoughts and prayers coming your way.
Sooner in Tampa
6/14/2006, 07:05 PM
Bob,

My wife is doing the 3 Day (https://www.kintera.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=131545&lis=1&kntae131545=252DD15FD6FC481A90E7FE3E520B925A&supId=128185864)...60 mile walk in October, just for this very reason!

My family will pray for your mom and your family. She will make it, bro.
rebmus
6/14/2006, 07:08 PM
you got em bob. best of luck to you, your mom, and the rest of the family.
Soonrboy
6/14/2006, 07:10 PM
all positive thoughts, prayers and energies heading your way..pass some along to your mom.
Howzit
6/14/2006, 07:10 PM
So sorry for everyone in your family, Bobby. I'll be thinking about you all.
oumartin
6/14/2006, 07:11 PM
very sorry to hear that. Stay strong friend.
jk the sooner fan
6/14/2006, 07:17 PM
Bob - you and your family are in our prayers.......hang tough amigo
BajaOklahoma
6/14/2006, 07:22 PM
Bob, thoughts and prayers with your mom and your family.
colleyvillesooner
6/14/2006, 07:25 PM
Done and Done.
TUSooner
6/14/2006, 08:23 PM
Prayers for all concerned. Fear not!
BeetDigger
6/14/2006, 08:40 PM
Bob,

Sorry to hear about your mom. I will be happy to oblige your request. My sister in law had it, fought it and had a lumpectomy and is doing well. My mother in law had it, and similar to your mom, had a lumpectomy right away followed by radiation treatments and the cancer has not returned. That was about seven years ago so she is "cancer free".

You know about my dad and his luekemia, I talked to you about it on the other board. Let me tell you that a positive attitude by your entire family along with your mom will do wonders. Just treat this as something that you are just going to fight together. Don't ever let your mom's spirits get down. If they do, get them up as fast as possible. Believe me, a great attitude and positive spirit does wonders. Keep your head up!
LilSooner
6/14/2006, 08:41 PM
I have you in my thoughts and prayers.
Kimberlyz4OU
6/14/2006, 08:52 PM
I remember the "not so sure what I think about this stage". My mother-in-law fought it for quite some time. I think I might have been the first one to grasp the severity. My prayers are definitely with you at this overwhelming time. Please, please, please tell her (and your dad and the rest of the family) to make sure she does exactly what the doc says.

My sis-in-law also went through this last winter, however, she is fine now....and cancer free.

I had a scare a few years ago, and it was when I was alone, that I didn't do so well.

Just be there for her, if you can. Your daddy's gonna need you too.

Prayers from Kim
Czar Soonerov
6/14/2006, 09:00 PM
We'll keep you in our thoughts & prayers Bob...
walkoffsooner
6/14/2006, 09:02 PM
Sorry will keep you and her in my prayers.
OUDoc
6/14/2006, 09:10 PM
Good luck, Bob. We're all pulling for your mom.
lefty
6/14/2006, 09:32 PM
I had a scare a few years ago, and it was when I was alone, that I didn't do so well.

Is it really possible to be alone around here? It's not the same as having someone to hold your hand, but it ain't all bad.
AlbqSooner
6/14/2006, 09:42 PM
Thanks a ton for the kind words.

The support on this site is awesome . . . you guys are great.
As many times as I have seen it, the outpouring of prayers and support from this board still amaze me. My prayers will be with those of the others. God Bless and enjoy each day with those you love. Even if they psiss you off, enjoy each day.
HskrGrl
6/14/2006, 09:46 PM
My prayers are with your mom and your family.
picasso
6/14/2006, 09:56 PM
God bless her. when I was going through my radiaiton treatments I'll never forget all of the women in the waiting room headed for chemo. certainly made me realize how fortunate I was.
Sooner_Bob
6/14/2006, 10:20 PM
Thanks again.

I've kinda calmed down a little and don't feel so freaked out anymore.

You guys (and gals) are great.
OUinFLA
6/14/2006, 10:43 PM
Prayers from Fla for your family Bob
OCUDad
6/14/2006, 10:57 PM
In. Good thoughts for your mom, you, and your family. The advances in early detection and treatment have been amazing in the past few years. You are all going to be OK.
nmsoonergirl
6/14/2006, 10:57 PM
Bob, I'm so sorry. I'll be sending lots of good thoughts and prayers your way.
olevetonahill
6/15/2006, 12:59 AM
The POWER of the SO is unequaled
we have your Back Bro
GottaHavePride
6/15/2006, 01:49 AM
Bob, I hope your mom kicks cancer's *** like the Czechs kicked the US soccer teams' asses. Or something like that.
Tailwind
6/15/2006, 02:00 AM
Keep your chin up, Bob. All positive thoughts and energy coming your way and hers. And thanks for reminding me that I need a mamogram.
olevetonahill
6/15/2006, 03:59 AM
What you mean ?
Flag Don't squeeze em ? ;) :eek: :D :D :D :D :D
Tailwind
6/15/2006, 04:02 AM
Heh.
OU4LIFE
6/15/2006, 06:14 AM
I just saw this.

I'm praying for the best for you an yours brutha.
BudSooner
6/15/2006, 07:16 AM
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family Bob.
Sooner in Tampa
6/15/2006, 07:40 AM
Bob,

Let your mom and the rest of your family know that there are tons of people out there fighting for her!!!

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GDC
6/17/2006, 04:08 PM
Since no one bothered to sticky this I'm bumping it to let Bob know we haven't forgotten him and his ma.
1stTimeCaller
6/17/2006, 04:10 PM
first I've seen this, I think. God bless you mom and your entire family during this fight. i'll say a prayer for you and yours right now.
Flagstaffsooner
6/17/2006, 04:18 PM
Best prayers to your Mom and you.
usmc-sooner
6/17/2006, 04:19 PM
Bob

I never know what to say about things like this. All my prayers and best wishes to you, your mom and dad.
Sooner_Bob
6/18/2006, 05:26 PM
Thanks again folks.

Mom's surgery has been scheduled for tomorrow . . . we'll be heading down to be with everyone in the morning.

I'll post an update as soon as the details are in.
Newbomb Turk
6/18/2006, 05:28 PM
Will be saying a prayer for her tomorrow.
Sooner_Bob
6/19/2006, 04:28 PM
Mom came through the surgery just fine . . . a little sore, but all-in-all she did great.

The doc was pleased with the results and is waiting for the pathology results before they decide on further treatment. She's scheduled for a follow-up visit with him on Friday.

Thanks to all who sent positive thoughts our way . . . but please keep us in your prayers until we get out of the weeds.

;)
IB4OU2
6/19/2006, 04:38 PM
Mom came through the surgery just fine . . . a little sore, but all-in-all she did great.

The doc was pleased with the results and is waiting for the pathology results before they decide on further treatment. She's scheduled for a follow-up visit with him on Friday.

Thanks to all who sent positive thoughts our way . . . but please keep us in your prayers until we get out of the weeds.

;)

Hopefully the results will be negative. This is the first time I've seen this thread buddy, my thought and prayers for your mom, you and your family. God Bless.
BeetDigger
6/19/2006, 04:41 PM
Mom came through the surgery just fine . . . a little sore, but all-in-all she did great.

The doc was pleased with the results and is waiting for the pathology results before they decide on further treatment. She's scheduled for a follow-up visit with him on Friday.

Thanks to all who sent positive thoughts our way . . . but please keep us in your prayers until we get out of the weeds.

;)


Good to hear Bob.


Did I hear you correctly? You guys are smoking weed? :D
Sooner_Bob
6/20/2006, 10:52 AM
Good to hear Bob.


Did I hear you correctly? You guys are smoking weed? :D


Heh . . . some of us Cherokees like our wacky tobacky . . . ;)
Sooner in Tampa
6/20/2006, 10:58 AM
Continued prayers for y'all Bob.
Sooner Born Sooner Bred
6/20/2006, 03:26 PM
Cancer succs. I pray for the best for you all.
Hoosier Dynasty
6/20/2006, 03:38 PM
Hope she'll recover fine.
PhilTLL
6/20/2006, 04:18 PM
Bumped for necessity and dissemination by the Forces of Good. Stay strong, man.
Sooner_Bob
6/23/2006, 03:46 PM
We just found out that everything came back clear. But mom is still going to probably have to deal with further treatment to prevent it from returning.

More updates to come.
IB4OU2
6/23/2006, 03:50 PM
We just found out that everything came back clear. But mom is still going to probably have to deal with further treatment to prevent it from returning.

More updates to come.

Good news Bobbie, I hope and pray she's fine and there is no re-occurence.
crawfish
6/23/2006, 03:51 PM
Thanks for the update. Glad it came out well!
BlondeSoonerGirl
6/23/2006, 03:51 PM
That's awesome...very, very good news.

Yay, Mom!!!
C&CDean
6/23/2006, 04:02 PM
Yay mom. Now get her a puppy. Or 7.
colleyvillesooner
6/23/2006, 04:06 PM
HEH. AND yeah!
oumartin
6/23/2006, 04:18 PM
thats great news..
olevetonahill
6/23/2006, 05:21 PM
Fandamtastic :cool:
Newbomb Turk
6/23/2006, 05:24 PM
good news Bob - glad to hear it. :)
Sooner in Tampa
6/23/2006, 05:32 PM
Awesome Bob!!!!!
GrapevineSooner
6/23/2006, 05:41 PM
Good to hear the good news, Bob.
GDC
6/24/2006, 09:51 AM
Went to the St. Francis cancer survivor night at Drillers Stadium last night with my father. It was heartening to see so many turn out for it. Excellent fireworks show too. Hope the good news continues Bob.
Sooner_Bob
6/24/2006, 10:12 AM
Yay mom. Now get her a puppy. Or 7.


You still have those? :eek:
King Crimson
6/24/2006, 10:27 AM
good news Bob.
Sooner_Bob
7/31/2006, 12:38 PM
Mom update . . .


She's scheduled to start her radiation treatments this week . . . the Doc says this will cut the chance of the cancer coming back to about 6%.
Sooner Born Sooner Bred
7/31/2006, 12:44 PM
Good news! Just be ready for the pain associated with the radiation, that made my dad the sickest.
Sooner_Bob
9/29/2006, 08:42 PM
Mom finished her radiation treatments last week, but has to go back to the doctor to have a cyst checked out. Hopefully this will be benign and removing it will go smooth.
Mjcpr
9/29/2006, 08:49 PM
I hope that's what it turns out to be, Bob, I know that's probably a big concern for her right now.
colleyvillesooner
9/29/2006, 08:52 PM
... I know that's probably a big concern for her right now.

It's a bird, it's a plane, no it's:

http://www.frontiernet.net/~joe14580/captain%20obvious.jpg

All kidding aside Bob, I'll put her in my prayers.
Sooner Born Sooner Bred
9/29/2006, 10:15 PM
Keep us posted, Bob.
Boarder
9/29/2006, 10:40 PM
Hey Bob, what's her name? I'll put her name on a sign and wear it in the Race For The Cure on October 14 (you can wear celebration signs as you run). I am blessed to not have any family members or people I know well who have had this. It's not much but it'll be an honor to do that for her if she wants.
Howzit
9/29/2006, 10:45 PM
Thoughts are with her and your entire family, Bobby.
Sooner_Bob
9/29/2006, 10:51 PM
Thanks everyone . . . Boarder, a PEEM is on the way.
Boarder
9/29/2006, 10:57 PM
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