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Title: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 02, 2010, 12:18:19 pm: I originally broke the news that I have thyroid cancer in the Cognitive/Emotional issues section under "Can't I get a *** break." Here's the update: The type of cancer I have is called papillary thyroid cancer and has a very high survival rate if treated right. I originally had outpatient surgery for a thyroid nodule 9 days ago and on Monday got a call from my ENT's office saying the mass they removed was malignant. The first thing I did was have them fax me the pathology report.
Seems the little bugger was 1.5 x 1.2 x .7. (Maybe it is my AN's malignant evil twin!) From what I have been researching, they do a pathology of the things while they have you under and go ahead and take out the whole thyroid at the same time, but for some reason this was not done in my case.
I don't know why they made the decision to not co-ordinate this with the pathologist, but I'm kind of glad because with this kind of majorish surgery I want to go off the mountain to a better hospital than the one in my small town.

I have made an appt with an ENT who works with Charlotte Presbyterian Cancer Center, which is considered a "center of excellence". Lesson learned from having an AN. My father had a highly curable stage 1 bladder cancer treated locally and he died 2 years later because they were not agressive enough in his treatment. That is NOT going to happen to me.

My appt is next week on the 9th. Here is a link to papillary thyroid cancer:

http://www.endocrineweb.com/capap.html (http://www.endocrineweb.com/capap.html)

Thanks for all your well wishes. I'm sure I will be around for a long long time to harass all of you and create much more high seas hijinx!

Capt Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/pirate-4.gif)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: saralynn143 on September 02, 2010, 12:25:53 pm: Deb, it sounds like you have thoroughly researched your options and have a sound game plan. I'm here on your prayer team.

Sara
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: CHD63 on September 02, 2010, 01:49:34 pm: Deb .....

Thanks for the specifics on your diagnosis. It sounds like you have an excellent medical facility close by.

Since I had radiation exposure to my sinuses as a teenager, I am at a much higher risk for thyroid cancer in later life. My thyroid lab studies have always been in the normal range (except for a short period in my early twenties) and no doctor has ever felt any nodules. I have become quite complacent about all of this ..... after learning of your experiences, I am going to be much more vigilant.

You will be fine, I know because there are many prayers going out on your behalf ..... including mine.

Best thoughts.

Clarice
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: jerseygirl on September 02, 2010, 02:29:49 pm: Captain,

I am really happy that you are in fighting spirits and stay on top of your treatment. Loads of luck to you!

Eve
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Pooter on September 02, 2010, 02:34:15 pm: Deb,

It certainly sounds like you have the determination to fight this thing tooth and nail. Please keep us updated on things..

You wil be in my thoughts and prayers.

Regards,
Brian
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Jim Scott on September 02, 2010, 02:48:48 pm: Deb ~

Your prognosis seems good and with your thorough research and indomitable spirit I think you'll get through this just fine. Beside, you have a shipload of supporters cheering and praying for you!

Jim
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: ombrerose4 on September 02, 2010, 05:39:40 pm: I am sorry to hear about your diagnosis, but glad the prognosis is good. You are strong and a fighter and will get through this with flying colors. :)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: iluuvpups on September 02, 2010, 07:00:56 pm: I wish you strength to get through this and good health as soon as possible!
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 02, 2010, 07:26:49 pm: Thanks, ye scurvy scoundrels and wicked wenches!

Check out these odds:

Less than one in 100,000 people get an acoustic neuroma.

Less than 5% of people who have AN surgery have headaches

Less than 1% of thyroid nodules are malignant.

I have all three!!!

I really need to go to Vegas and start gambling my a$$ off considering my history.

Capt Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/pirate-4.gif)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Kathy M on September 02, 2010, 07:51:43 pm: Capt Deb, you and I would just clean up in Vegas. I'm in those one-in-a-million categories for AN and Breast Cancer. I guess we are just intended to demonstrate how to constantly beat the odds!

I wish the very best for you and I'll be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers!!

Kathy
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Soundy on September 02, 2010, 07:56:31 pm: Your attitude will carry you the distance ... will hold my rock in my hand for you on the 9th
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 02, 2010, 07:57:48 pm: You know Kathy, I have been thinking of you since my diagnosis and I am glad you posted. I guess we are in our own little club!

Hugs,

Capt Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/happy_face_mummy_goofing_around_md_.gif)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: leapyrtwins on September 02, 2010, 08:44:18 pm: Gamble away, Deb.

If you win though, I want a share ;D

Jan
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: HeadCase2 on September 03, 2010, 06:35:23 am: Capt,
Arrrrgh. Wishing you the best in getting rid of the "evil twin". Hugs to ya'
Regards,
Rob
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: MLB57 on September 03, 2010, 07:37:20 pm: Hi Captn Deb--Sending my very best well wishes that your stormy seas will soon be clear and calm...

Mary (akaGrammyMary--"Mimi" to grandson Matthew)... ;D
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: opp2 on September 03, 2010, 09:18:35 pm: You know Deb, I know you've been through it all, yet you keep on fighting. I wish you all the best in your on going journey. You certainly have run the gammut, or should I say walked the plank. There is little I can say or do to make it better for you, but know that I am thinking of you, wishing the best for you, and yes, praying for you too. I say this because I am a believer in the human spirit above all else. I believe we all impact each other no matter where we are. I hope my positive energy meets yours.

Nikki
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: tenai98 on September 04, 2010, 05:41:20 am: Deb
you can add me to the prayer warriors...
JO
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: pjb on September 04, 2010, 08:50:36 am: Just wanted to say you are in my prayers and if you go to Vegas praying you will win the Jackpot you deserve it you have helped so many of us...and also made us laugh when we were down...

Best Wishes,

Pat
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: free2be on September 04, 2010, 09:00:20 pm: Deb,

Thoughts and prayers are coming your way. Keep up the great attitude!

Connie
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Palace on September 04, 2010, 10:11:12 pm: Hello Deb,

I'm here to help "cheer for you."

The woman who tunes my piano went through somewhat your very own story and lately. She is doing very well, I'm pleased to report.

I've made true friends on this forum and some very nice people come out of the woodwork in difficult times.

Even "love has blossomed" off this forum although my lips are sealed yet, my AN tumor isn't. My Acoustic Neuroma tumor is under control.

My next MRI is due by the end of October or early November.

You are experienced and get the best treatment available. You were always good to me and I remember you well. I think of you often.

All my best thoughts as usual,

Palace
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Syl on September 04, 2010, 11:20:27 pm: Capt Deb,

I will keep you in my prayers.

Syl
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: nancyann on September 05, 2010, 12:40:46 am: Capt. Deb, You are always in my thoughts
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: ppearl214 on September 05, 2010, 05:54:35 am: Capt

You KNOW how I feel....... :-* :-* :-* :-*

Will phone later!

xoxo
Your cursed cruise director
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Brendalu on September 05, 2010, 07:52:13 am: Wow....I am way behind. First, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Second, I know that you have the right attitude to beat this. Your decision to go off the mountain to have it taken care of is a good one. As a twenty four year survivor of the Big C, I know that you will be around for at least another 30 plus years giving all kinds of advice and caricatures!
One thing that did me a lot of good as I was fighting IT was a session I took in anger therapy...MD Anderson offered it. We yelled and screamed and threw things, but we also drew pictures of what we thought it looked like and how we could wipe it. As artist you are I would love to see your renditions of said evil twin ! Go get'tem and keep us posted...we love and care about you.

Love and hugs,
Brendalu
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Rich56 on September 05, 2010, 09:55:52 am: Capt. Deb, you have certainly had your share of â€œBull----â€œ.

Weâ€™re glad you are going â€œoff the mountainâ€ as you put it, and trust you will have an excellent outcome.

You know youâ€™re in our thoughts and payers, as you weather yet another storm.

Rich & Scarlett
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Crazycat on September 06, 2010, 03:44:32 pm: Thinking about you every day Deb!

Maybe I'll chat with you from Phyl's shuttle craft en route to the brunch?
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Anomar11 on September 06, 2010, 08:49:36 pm: Deb,

You have, indeed had more than your share! I have a friend who was just treated for papillary/follicular combination after having her entire thyroid removed. Hers spread to the lymph nodes and the laryngeal nerve, but the doctors feel she will be fine as this is a very treatable cancer. I also have another friend who went through this 12 years ago, and she is just fine. You're in my prayers as you go through this and I trust you will be fine too. You must be sick and tired of one thing after another.

Mona
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: 4cm in Pacific Northwest on September 06, 2010, 08:58:59 pm: BIG HUG Captain!

From Oregon.

DHM
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: cindyj on September 07, 2010, 07:43:17 am: Thinking of you also as you go through one more trial...if any one has the spirit and will to get through all that has been thrown at you, it's you, Deb!

Hugs,

Cindy
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Soundy on September 07, 2010, 11:48:14 am: I continue to keep you in my thoughts ...
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 07, 2010, 04:44:08 pm: Wow! You guys are great--especially nice to hear from the lovely Palace! She calls herself that because she is a true princess! She even has a professionally made profile pic!

I have an appt on Thursday in Charlotte, NC with an ENT surgeon I found through Charlotte Presbyterian--I even spoke with a patient of hers--her receptionist went through the very same thing. Very big nice hospital where my grandscallywag, Thing 2, was born.

I spent Labor Day in the Emergency Room (no I was not in labor)--I had a bad reaction to the meloxicam (NSAID) medication that I take for my back pain. Nausea and a monumental case of the pukies. I had slacked off a bit on the tummy meds, apparently too much. I'm feeling fine now, but am avoiding the anti-inflamatory, and of course that means even more pain.

I saw my GP today and she put me on Klonapin for anxiety and stress. I've had a family situation that has really upset me recently but I won't go into that here--I may vent it out over in the Cognitive/Emotional section, which we ought to rename "The Vent Room" or "Psychiactric Help 5 cents" (anyone remember Lucy's booth from Peanuts?)

Bless all of you for being so supportive--I get more of that here than from my own family sometimes (except for Dr Love, or course!)

Hugs to you all xoxoxoxox

Capt Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/skull_sword_through_head_lg_clr.gif)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: iluuvpups on September 07, 2010, 05:19:55 pm: I remember Lucy's booth from Peanuts!

Sorry to hear that you had to spend Labor Day in the E.R. That really sucks. Glad you're feeling better!
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: moe on September 07, 2010, 05:53:23 pm: Capn Deb,
Sorry about all this >:(
You are AMAZING! Hang in there. Sorry about all the other cr@!, grrrrr..
Maureen
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Cheryl R on September 07, 2010, 06:06:16 pm: Capt Deb, I hope the klonapin helps you! I have a friend who was finally found to have panic attacks and it has helped her so much to function well! That is too bad to have family stress as know all too well that does not help what else we deal with! Good luck with the upcoming surgery and take it all day by day! Cheryl R
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: CHD63 on September 07, 2010, 07:15:59 pm: Deb .....

So glad your Charlotte appointment is soon. Hang in there ..... relief is on the way.

Much love and many prayers.

Clarice
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: yardtick on September 07, 2010, 08:36:32 pm: Families got to love them!!! I got rid of all of the energy sucking vampires in my life. It took 26 years and a huge lie by MIL to my hubby about me. He caught her red handed and that was that, good riddance energy sucking vampire and the rest followed!

Your hubby loves you and he is there for you. We love you and we are here for you!! Now concentrate on kicking a$$ and getting rid of the cancer ::)

Anne Marie
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Lizard on September 07, 2010, 09:00:40 pm: Capt.
My parents live just outside of Charlotte and have told me that the hospital there has a great reputation. Hopefully the drive isn't too long from your mountain home :D
You really are some crazy statistic, but you will receive the treatment you need and will make a full recovery!
Sending good thoughts your way.
Liz

PS We're going to vegas for a long weekend on the 14th, what numbers do you want me to play on the roulette table?? I plan on making some money for us with this one....
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Soundy on September 07, 2010, 09:12:19 pm: I have purged the family vampires because I had to preserve myself

glad you have appointment lined up ...

maybe we should both go in to gambling ... I have lupus , a rare genetic bone and joint disease (or disorder or syndrome ) depending on who you ask , had the AN and have the post op headaches that supposedly few get ... so am I winner all around or what?

good luck and continued good thoughts follow you from Tennessee
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 08, 2010, 09:06:23 am: I purged an energy sucking vampire that I had tried to make nice with on facebook with one click of the delete button. I told her what was going on with me and she posted for all to see, "Karma is a *****, ain't it?" Does she really think I DESERVE losing my art career, a brain tumor, wonky balance, chronic migraines, excruciating daily back pain, AND cancer? Jeesh!

Capt Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/skull_sword_through_head_lg_clr.gif)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Patti UT on September 08, 2010, 09:18:18 am: Hey Deb,
It's been a very long time since I lurked on the forum, I am shocked to come on here today and read about your AN's devilish tiwn in your Tyroid. I'll be putting on the pirate socks righ away and sending positive energy your way for a speedy recovery from all this nonsense. My mom had this and others I know or, seems being able to whip it's $$ is pretty positive. I was reading your list of the odds, I keep saying that kind of stuff with the darn AN coming back for a second round. I didn't know we were in such a low odd rate with the headaches. Just though we all suffered with the brainwrecks.
Anyway, I'll pop in more often to see how you are doing. hang in there,.

Yootee
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Brewers7 on September 08, 2010, 10:09:29 am: prayers from Mississippi
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 08, 2010, 03:54:13 pm: Wow Donnalynn, I PMed you back before I read this--you hit the nail on the head. I'm surrounding myself with love and light. I don't have a surgical date yet, but I'm pretty sure it will be next week. I'm going to Charlotte because that's where the folks who truly love me, my daughter-in-law and family, can care for me post-op and Eric can have some help. I'll have some rowdy grandscallywags around, but they like to get in bed and snuggle, too. How healing is THAT!

Capt Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/skull_sword_through_head_lg_clr.gif)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Jim Scott on September 08, 2010, 04:00:54 pm: Deb ~

I'm sorry to learn of the unpleasant incident you experienced on Facebook. That kind of evil person is one reason why I don't use that site. Much nicer folks here.

It looks as if you'll certainly be surrounded by loving people in Charlotte next week and that will be a blessing, I know. Meanwhile, our prayers for you will continue.

Jim
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Soundy on September 08, 2010, 04:31:42 pm: I have had people tell me that my health issues that have all occurred since my divorce from first husband are because
I left ... leaving was an act of self preservation and ridding myself of one vampire ... but have many that say I have caused
him to sin since he is living with his girl friend of 8 or 9 years and that my girls are b******s because I was allowed only one
husband ... no mention about abuse I suffered at his hands ... that is fine since the man is head of the house ...

and these people have said my AN and Lupus are a direct result of the negative energy that I have focused on myself ... they had
to be cut from my life ... glad you cut your vampire out of your life ... surrounding yourself with positive people is the way to go ...
the others don't matter

continued good thoughts coming at you ...
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 08, 2010, 06:47:10 pm: Jeesh Soundy, way to stand up for yourself! Proud of ya girl!

Capt Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/skull_sword_through_head_lg_clr.gif)

PS Jim--I went through a class 5 hurricane in 89on St Croix. A lot of my very good friends just up and left the island and I never knew what happened to them or where they went since there were no phones for 6 months and many folks houses were just leveled or boats had just disappeared when I tried to go see them. Everyone seemed to be camping out at a neighbor or friends house until they could get a flight off the island--which took me almost a week of showing up at the airport every day and waiting around with no food, water or bathrooms till you could find a plane that could take you.

Facebook has allowed me to reconnect with lifelong friends from this diaspora.
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 09, 2010, 07:54:23 am: On my way to CLt driving down the mtn. Thanks for all tou support regarding my "vampires.". Wish me luck at my appt--I'll post after.

LOVE YOU ALL!!!!!

Capt deb
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: CHD63 on September 09, 2010, 07:56:49 am: Deb .....

Thinking about you today, especially. Hoping and praying for speedy, successful treatment!

Love you, Clarice
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: yardtick on September 09, 2010, 01:31:58 pm: I wish you a ton of luck my friend. :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*

I'm so happy you like the "vampire" thing ;D HeHeHe....my sarcasm has gotten me into loads and loads of trouble with my energy sucking vampires. Humour is only acceptable if they are trying to be funny. Sarcasm just comes so naturally to me.....hehehe......especially when dealing with "vampires".

Waiting for your update,
Anne Marie XOXO
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: anissa on September 09, 2010, 05:53:30 pm: Capt Deb, I haven't been around in a while and was surprised to log in and find you off on another high seas adventure. You're in my thoughts and prayers and I'm gonna check back in on you. ((hugs))
Anissa
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 10, 2010, 12:39:05 pm: OK, ye wenches and swashbucklin' scallywags, here be the updated on Capt Deb's battle wiv the dreaded "C" Monster:

The new ENT surgeon is Charlotte was GREAT! Very tiny fingers like my wench dentist. She was a little appalled at me not having a needle biopsy done so I wouldn't have to go through 2 surgeries, like I'm having to do. She also looked at the 3 1/2 in scar on my neck and said it was caught in the muscle and that was why it was crooked and quite noticable. She said she would not only take my thyroid out with a 1 1/2 incision, but she would go in and fix the scar that the other surgeon had made.

The lesson in this is that I will NEVER be treated for anything other than a small boo boo in my local hospital again. Third strike, you're out!!! Punctured lung, torn sacroiliac joint capsule from 4 hr hysterectomy, and now this!!!!

I won't have a surgery date till next week, but it looks like sometime in mid Oct. Meanwhile I will stay on the happy pills (Klonipin) and try to amuse myself.

Thank you so much for all your well wishes and concern--it means so much to me, especially from those folks I got to meet up with at the last symposium. I hope some of you that I have gotten to know online can make the next one or else, when I am feeling better, I will have to hunt you down and hug you to death.

Love and Kisses,

Capt Deb
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 10, 2010, 12:42:49 pm: PS All those support group meeting announcements need their own section--don't you agree? They are hogging the Front Page!
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Jackie on September 10, 2010, 01:17:23 pm: Hi Capt Deb,

So glad you liked your new ENT and that she will correct previous problems for you! You're in my thoughts and prayers for
a fast recovery and may this be the last of your torment! Say, can she excise your headaches, while she's in there?
Blessings to you,
Jackie
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: CHD63 on September 10, 2010, 04:03:12 pm: Deb .....

So glad to hear the upbeat report ...... and HURRAY for a conscientious, sympathetic, skilled doctor!!!

Love and prayers continue!

Clarice
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: msmaggie on September 10, 2010, 05:21:40 pm: Capt. Deb,
I just know you are going to come out on top of this thing, like the Unsinkable Molly Brown that you are. My prayers are being added to all the others, and it looks like your dr. is already an answered prayer. Keep your pirate flag flying!
Priscilla
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 10, 2010, 07:57:14 pm: (http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/pirate_flag_black_fl_md_wht.gif)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: wendysig on September 11, 2010, 12:58:30 pm: Hi Capt. Deb,

I haven't been around for a while and am sorry to hear you have another battle to fight. Arrgh! I'm very glad to see that you still have your fighting spirit and know that you will come through this stronger than ever. I agree about going to Vegas when you can. The way you've been beating the odds you should clean up! Hang in there and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers too.

Wendy
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: saralynn143 on September 11, 2010, 01:09:58 pm: It's good to have a plan in place with a doctor you trust. Nice that she is willing to fix the scar left behind by a less conscientious colleague. I did not know Klonopin was a happy drug. It just made me stupid.

Keep that Jolly Roger flying.

Sara
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Kathy M on September 12, 2010, 06:42:29 pm: Sounds like you've made a great connection to your care moving forward - that's awesome! Hang in there - better living through chemistry, I say!

Kathy
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: maro on September 12, 2010, 07:00:51 pm: I am new on this forum, my husband just got surgery on August 20th, but definitely you will be on my prayer list. MARO
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 12, 2010, 07:54:12 pm: Well, I said I would try to amuse myself didn't I? I ordered some CRAZY shoe paint and attacked two pairs of my favorite old clogs. My scuffed burgundy Naots are now a loverly shade of bright purple with a stripe of darker metallic purple across the edge that goes across the foot. The icky puke green Keens are now a wild "Emerald City" dimensional metallic that I may have to rethink, (I have lots of paint) Now I need a new "victim" to paint a bright turquoise--maybe my black Clarks.
I'm just getting started and have glue for crystals, flowers, trim, etc. No more boring black and brown shoes for this wench!! Just the thing to take my mind off all this crap I'm dealing with!!

Capt Deb (http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/pirate-4.gif)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: saralynn143 on September 12, 2010, 07:56:53 pm: Now that sounds like fun. We are going to be needing pictures. Just where do you find shoe paint, anyway?

Sara
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: CHD63 on September 13, 2010, 06:44:06 am: Ditto to Sara's words, exactly!! What fun and a delightful diversion! ;D

Clarice
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: NancyMc on September 13, 2010, 07:12:08 am: Well, I thought I was having a bad month. Just looking for a little company on a rainy day and got hit over the head with this one. How does one person get continually hammered and bounce back with sparkly shoe projects? Only you, Darlin', only you.
I'm sure you'll be fine, but really, you do have better things to do with your time. Enough hospitals already!

Now where's that nickel I had.
Heading over to emotional/cognitive to purge vampires,
Nancy
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: msmaggie on September 13, 2010, 08:16:08 am: You know, they let me wear my socks into surgery. Maybe you should jazz up a pair of socks, too, so you can dazzle them all the way into the operating room!

Priscilla
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Brendalu on September 13, 2010, 11:43:09 am: Great idea, Priscilla! We can all wear our pirate sox like we used to when someone was having surgery or treatments, when Capt Deb has her surgery...that should send some good vibes!

Brenda
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: HeadCase2 on September 13, 2010, 02:24:02 pm: Capt,
We're expecting some photos on this web site, called If Shoes Could Kill.
http://ifshoescouldkill.com/

Regards,
Rob
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: free2be on September 13, 2010, 08:23:05 pm: Well, Deb, you certainly do sound like the adventuous pirate type. Glad you have the inclination for such creative projects. You're obviously one who is not willing to let the "stuff" get you down. You keep going, girl!

Connie
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Brendalu on September 14, 2010, 03:58:32 am: Donnalynn,
I found some glow in the dark skull headed socks at Walmart.............back ground is black and the area hoot! I may add some bling to "jazz" them up a bit! The background is black on mine, but they have them in a lot of colors.
Brenda
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: leapyrtwins on September 14, 2010, 05:47:55 am: Deb -

the shoes sound like a wonderful project - and we definitely need pictures. Great website from Rob - I think you should post pictures there too!

Jan
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Lizard on September 14, 2010, 10:16:11 am: Capt, Waiting on these pictures, you can't keep a creative woman down!
Liz
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: msuscottie on September 14, 2010, 01:10:43 pm: Deb,

I haven't been on here much, but saw your update on Facebook. You're definitley in my thoughts & prayers.

No problem... you got this! :)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 14, 2010, 07:41:34 pm: The painted shoe site is here:

http://www.sassyfeet.com/ (http://www.sassyfeet.com/)

But you can get the paint cheaper here:

http://www.dharmatrading.com/html/eng/1847-AA.shtml?lnav=paints.html (http://www.dharmatrading.com/html/eng/1847-AA.shtml?lnav=paints.html)

Official pirate sox were started by the PBW crew when someone bought a boatload of 3 pack assorted jolly roger sox in pink, black and white and mailed them out to a bunch of us. The skulls had little pink bows on them.

I painted my third pair of shoes today--a pair of rather boring black ballet flats with a leather flower are at this point a bright raspberry although the flower is still black. It might end up deep metallic purple with a few Swarovsky crystals on it.

I have a pair of boring Clarks clogs which may end up with lil pink skulls on 'em!!

In case you dint know, I made a living for years hand-painting t-shirts, clothing, bags, hats, visors, pillows, etc in between captain-for-hire gigs.
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 14, 2010, 07:46:25 pm: Quote from: Brendalu on September 14, 2010, 03:58:32 am
Donnalynn,
I found some glow in the dark skull headed socks at Walmart.............back ground is black and the area hoot! I may add some bling to "jazz" them up a bit! The background is black on mine, but they have them in a lot of colors.
Brenda

I cruise the accessories dept at Walmart on a regular basis--that's where I found all the pink skull and crossbones bandanas that I mailed out to people when I first started recruiting crew for the PBW. I'll have to check them out!!

Capt Deb
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Cheryl R on September 14, 2010, 08:43:21 pm: Capt Deb, I can not see the skull and cross bones now without thinkiing of you! Seems there are alot of them out there, some on kids toys and clothes but other places too. Occ think if should pass it on if in a place that is one that others would see it!
The footware artistry sounds very neat! Not all of us are super creative! I enjoy seeing those that are! Cheryl R
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Soundy on September 14, 2010, 09:51:00 pm: I think my brain has shut off ... was reading about painted shoes and pirates and vampires and think what the heck does that have to do with anything and had to go back and read several pages to remind myself of things ...too tired and not fully functional

as for vampires ... sarcasm gets rid of them for me when garlic breath doesn't ... ain't got time for vampires feeding on me so don't allow it

Pirates ... I am suppose to make a tatti bogles (scare crow of sorts ) to go on the square and had read a mesage sent me and couldn't figure out how people here knew about pirates here as the Tattie Bogles have a pirate theme this year ... winner gets $5 out of every $20 entry fee and there were about 100 last year ... money goes to local charitable causes ... I am entering one to take a chance at winning some money for my Girl Scout Troop's bronze award ... the girls are helping design our Tattie Bogle

then shoes ... painted at that ... brain humming off key trying to figure it out ...glad there were notes to re-read and figure out what my brain scrambled ...

OK...back to present ... the painted shoes sound so cool ... my 11 year old would love to paint shoes ... she has painted everything else from pants , shirts and hats ... shoes would be right up her ally ...

Our walmart has alot of pirate stuff ...and I saw some in Claire's when I stopped in the mall last week to get something to eat ...even Dollar tree has pirate things ...

Keep up the painting of shoes and your spirit in this new fight ... and thank goodness for good doctors with little hands ...

if this makes no sense just toss it come morning ... I am almost typing while unconscious
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: saralynn143 on September 15, 2010, 04:53:29 am: Remember when blingy shoe clips were in? Hint: big sparkly clip on earrings work great for that purpose. You can usually find interesting ones at thrift stores.

Sara
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 15, 2010, 08:54:49 pm: I have a surgical date--Thursday, October 7th at 10:30 at Charlotte Presbyterian Hospital. They gave me the option to boot me out later that day, but I have insisted they keep me overnight. I am the Complications Queen! Both of my major surgeries I was rushed back in the day after I was released.

Working right now on a pair of ugly beige Merrill sport shoes that are becoming sparkly turquoise, pink, lime green and purple. WAY less boring and quite a conversation piece. Took a before picture and will post it with an after picture soon.

My vampire I deleted off facebook wrote me a huge apology letter and "wants to put the past behind us." I'll have to think about that one. Maybe the prayers I have been saying for her are working?

Soundy, you are so funny--Cancer, Vampires, Pirates and Sparkly Shoes are hard to put together. Only us wonkyheads, right???

Capt Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/happy_face_mummy_goofing_around_md_.gif)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: ppearl214 on September 16, 2010, 04:05:24 am: um, Capt... with all due respect... you are having the procedure done on da bloke's and my wedding anniversary...... :o :o :o

will phone later! ;)

xoxooxoxoxoxoxoxo
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: msuscottie on September 16, 2010, 09:34:27 am: October 7th is also the 6-year anniversary of my first AN surgery. I guess that's a good day to have surgery?

Good luck!
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Soundy on September 16, 2010, 11:03:26 am: Quote from: Captain Deb on September 15, 2010, 08:54:49 pm

Soundy, you are so funny--Cancer, Vampires, Pirates and Sparkly Shoes are hard to put together. Only us wonkyheads, right???

Capt Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/happy_face_mummy_goofing_around_md_.gif)

I was kind of reading in my sleep when I was here and totally got confused and had to re-read several pages until I caught up and caught on ...some days I wonder how I make it to the end and not get lost ...

hope surgery goes well for you and I would insist on over night too ... both day surgeries I had (carpel tunnel and hysterectomy ) I ended up back at hospital with issues ... they are in such a hurry to get people in and out that care issues sometimes is not taken care of before release

I only have one pair of gray New Balance walking shoes (boring) and one pair of black Nike sandals suitable for walking in water ... you make me want to go out and buy shoes so I can decorate them ...

been working on tattie bogle design ....last year they were old ladies ... didn't participate ... this year as pirates I figure it will be easy ... I think I will make mine female and name her Captain Deb ... a good luck charm for you ... they are suppose to keep away the baddies .... we have prayer rocks ... a tattie bogle seems to be perfectly logical to me
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 16, 2010, 11:13:52 am: OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!

A Tattie Bogle named after meeeeeeeeeeee!!!!

Now THAT'S a first! Be sure to give her the proper scars--big one on left head, right elbow, 1 on bellybutton, 4 others on tummy, and now 2 on the neck!

Capt Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/happy_face_mummy_goofing_around_md_.gif)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Debbi on September 17, 2010, 08:13:34 am: Deb, you know I am thinking of you and sending you all kinds of good luck pirat-itude. And hugs ... lots and lots of hugs.

Debbi
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 17, 2010, 09:03:02 pm: Thanks, Debbi-wench!! hugs is always appreciated!!!! AArrrr!!!!!
(Gettin' a start on ITLAPD!!!)

Capt Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/pirate-2.gif)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Patti UT on September 23, 2010, 03:16:45 pm: Deb,
Have the calander marked and will wash the pirate socks and have them ready for Oct 7. Will someone be updating this thread for you so we know your OK?

In my thoughts & Prayers

BIG HUGS

patti yootee
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Larry on September 23, 2010, 07:34:31 pm: Hugs and stuff from down under Deb

Laz
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: ppearl214 on September 24, 2010, 04:17:35 am: Quote from: Patti UT on September 23, 2010, 03:16:45 pm
Will someone be updating this thread for you so we know your OK?

YOUTEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :-* :-* :-*

You know you can count on me for the updates! :)

xoxoxoxoox
Phyl
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Lizard on September 24, 2010, 11:15:08 am: Thanks Phyl, and good luck to you our fearless captain!
Liz
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: SML on September 24, 2010, 02:00:53 pm: We'll be saying our prayers for you! :-*

I'm on my way to Walmart to get me some of them pirate socks!

Scarlett
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on September 25, 2010, 06:58:48 pm: Good to see ya here Miss Yooooteeee-wench! I'm just counting down the days till this is over with and trying not to fret, but it's hard. My puter surge protector died so I can't post pics of my bee-yoo-tee--ful new painted footwear but will try to get one this week so I can plug things back in to unload me camera. Now have metallic leopard ballet flats and purple, lime green, pink, and turquoise tennies!

Hugs to you all,

Capt Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/pirate_cat_bird_grab_lg_clr.gif)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: leapyrtwins on September 25, 2010, 07:03:33 pm: OOOHHHH!!! Can't wait to see the tennies!! ;D
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Keri on September 30, 2010, 06:18:46 am: I'm glad i finally found this thread so i could catch up on what's going on with you. So glad your surgery will be soon. Hang in there. I'll be one of the many many praying for you too!

Keri
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on October 04, 2010, 06:00:03 pm: My thyroid surgery is Thursday, Oct 7th--will probably head to Charlotte Wednesday AM so I can get in for pre-ops--still don't know if I have to do that as the surgical dept won't return my phone calls about meeting the day before with the anesthesiologist. Jeesh this is getting stressful!! These people haven't grasped the concept that it is a 3 1/2 hour trip to the hospital and riding in the car triggers my sacroiliitis up to about a pain level 10. Taking the dog with us so I can't lay flat in the back seat, but I may put Sadie up front and do that anyway!

Just really frustrated--back doc dropped the ball on setting me up with the pain clinic and when I called to find out when my appt was after a week of not hearing from them, they had never heard of me so I got put at the end of the line--not till end of Oct.

I need a drink!

Capt Deb >:(
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: 4cm in Pacific Northwest on October 04, 2010, 08:57:05 pm: Quote from: Captain Deb on October 04, 2010, 06:00:03 pm

I need a drink!

Capt Deb >:(

Captain what you need is... a HUG!

Yowzer- what a day! Know that my LAB loves the front seat... your puppy (who is probably not the size of a puppy anymore but proably still hyper- is 2 years now?) will be happy to be up there as you rest hopefully comfy in the back seat.

Great big cyber HUG from Oregon!

DHM
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: CHD63 on October 05, 2010, 07:58:56 am: Sure thinking about you, Deb ...... Hoping and praying that all goes well with this surgery and that your pain level is reduced to a manageable level. Sorry for the delay with the pain clinic ..... bummer!

Four hours north I will be having an endoscopy while you are having your surgery. When I come out of the Versed, I'll send positive vibes down to Charlotte!!

Many prayers for you!

Clarice
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Lizard on October 05, 2010, 10:41:45 am: Deb,
I'm sending good vibes your way for a successful sugery on Thursday. I believe it will go off without a hitch.
Hang in there, you're almost to the finish line.
Liz
:-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: ppearl214 on October 06, 2010, 03:52:47 am: Spoke to our Capt yesterday and should be leaving her house shortly for the ride. She sounded ok.... her back is hurting more than her nerves for tomorrow. Told her "well, at least it will take your mind off your throat..." ;) I think she was going to reach through the phone and smack me! ;) :) Have pirate socks all set for tomorrow (ok, crew of the PBW, make sure your pirate gear is ready!) and Dr Love will hopefully phone me tomorrow with her update so I can share with everyone here.

Capt.... if you are lurking from that mobile phone of your's....... *SMOOCHIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!*

xoxoxoxoxo
Phyl
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Brendalu on October 06, 2010, 04:30:06 am: I have my pirate gear ready! My family asked who it was out for and I shared with them Capt Deb's latest and last night I came home to a huge bag of pirate sox....my whole family is wearing them tomorrow, including the newest two month old wenchette!
So from this part of Texas there will be lots of piratude coming Capt Deb's way, along with good thought, healing vibes and many prayers.
Wench Brendalu...........sitting ready to read
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: ombrerose4 on October 06, 2010, 06:29:33 am: Deb, just wishing you an easy surgery and a quick recovery. :)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: HeadCase2 on October 06, 2010, 07:33:38 am: Capt.
I'm sending healing thoughts your way :) , and mojo curses for the thyroid cancer. >:(
Regards,
Rob
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: moe on October 06, 2010, 09:00:17 am: Smoochies from me too :-*
Hope you can somewhat rest in the back seat, and enjoy your nap tomorrow :)
You too, Clarice!
Maureen
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Syl on October 06, 2010, 10:30:38 am: Capt. Deb:

I've got you in my thoughts and prayers.

Syl
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Patti UT on October 06, 2010, 04:51:36 pm: Hey Deb,
Giant Bear Hugs & prayers coming your way from Utah. Will be thinking aboutch tomorrow., I pray all will go smoothly.

Patti yootee
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on October 06, 2010, 05:10:24 pm: Yowza! There prolly ain't a pirate sock left in the whole of North America! I'm wearin' my pink ones with my bee-yoo-tee-ful hand-painted shocking purple two-tone clogs (which all the nursies at the pre-ops loved today.). Am down there at grandscallywags relaxing on some good meds! Yee hee hee!

Jeesh it sounds like I'm having AN surgery the way you folks are going on. You who have been through THAT should know that this will be a piece-a-cake and will be like being run over by a moped compared to the AN Mack truck!

Thanks for all your thoughts and well wishes--I can FEEL the love (sniff, sniff)

One less body part fer this here salty wench!!!

Aaaaaaaarrrrrrrrr!

Capt Deb
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Cheryl R on October 06, 2010, 05:23:27 pm: We hope it is a piece of cake! Chocolate even! I will wave my pirate bandanna tomorrow toward the east to make sure it all goes well!
Cheryl R
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: msmaggie on October 06, 2010, 06:09:18 pm: I thought about saying my prayers in pirate speak, but decided that I'd probably crack up before I got through them, so I will instead send up sincere prayers in plain English for a speedy recovery!

Priscilla
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: leapyrtwins on October 06, 2010, 06:49:25 pm: Best of luck, Captain.

Will be thinking about ya. Hope you come through this with flying colors!

Jan
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: opp2 on October 06, 2010, 07:28:57 pm: Ye picked a couple beauty days to make for your recovery C'pn. Keep your eye on the prize.
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: 4cm in Pacific Northwest on October 06, 2010, 10:25:23 pm: ARBY DAR Captain,

Stay clear of the grog ... and know yer got a pirate on the Oregon coast root'n for yer...

DHM
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Crazycat on October 07, 2010, 12:15:22 am: God bless you Deb and good luck on Thursday!!
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: nancyann on October 07, 2010, 06:18:44 am: Putting out good thoughts to the universe for you, Nancy
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Kaybo on October 07, 2010, 01:29:16 pm: Saying special prayers for you today! Hope you got a better anesthia cocktail than I did when they removed my thyroid! That was the worst part!

K ;D
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on October 07, 2010, 02:09:03 pm: It's over! Woke up from anesthesia wit a whopping migrain. Posting on the BBerry--tough to see straight.

Hugs and kisses to you all- gotta rest....

Capt Deb
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Brendalu on October 07, 2010, 03:17:55 pm: YAY!!!! Now put the phone away and get some rest.................I will wash my sox now!!
Hugs and lots of love,
Brendalu
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: CHD63 on October 07, 2010, 04:12:53 pm: WOW! That's impressive to use your Blackberry right after surgery! Sorry about the headache, but probably rather predictable given the circumstances. Hope that subsides quickly.

I'll just assume my positive vibes a few hours ago did their job!

Prayers continue .....

Clarice
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: cindyj on October 07, 2010, 04:15:18 pm: Can't believe you were posting so quickly! Sorry about the migraine, but very glad it's all over for you. Get some rest and report back to us once you're feeling better.

Hugs to you,

cindy
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Jim Scott on October 07, 2010, 04:18:39 pm: Hi, Deb ~

Congratulations on completing the surgery and kudos to you for being so diligent in posting to us. Now, please rest as needed. We aren't going anywhere.

Jim
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: ppearl214 on October 07, 2010, 05:05:11 pm: Well, I see the Capt stole the BB from Dr Love! Here to give the update as well.

Deb's thryoid offiicially has a new home in the Path Dept. Dr. Love called me earlier to let me know that they took it along with some accompanying lymph nodes. Still unsure about potential of radio treatments but I know the Capt will keep us posted.

Then, got a 2nd call around 6pm EST.... Dr Love letting me know she was somewhat awake.... so, when she posted here from her BB, I'm actually impressed that she didn't throw in colorful language and blame it on the meds! ;) He handed her the phone and I told her to "nod" if she comprehended anything I said. She nodded... I saw it, I really did! :) So, told her EVERYONE was in pirate mode, in pirate gear and cheering her on, sending smoochies and healing hugglez. She "nodded" that she comprehended what I shared... and I heard a very faint voice say good bye to me... :) :) :)

Told her/Dr Love I'll phone tomorrow to check on her. Rumor has it they are looking to kick her out of sick bay Friday am.

Deb.... if you are checking here again, high as a kite...... ready? GO REST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SMOOCHIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
xoxooxoxox

Phyl
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on October 07, 2010, 06:27:17 pm: Doing better, just kep pumpimg meds into me till migraine eased off--haven't had one like that in years! Botox due next week part of the issue.

Hugs
Capt Deb
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Keri on October 07, 2010, 07:04:17 pm: rest and recover well. hope you're feeling better tomorrow and better the day after, etc etc.

we love you, are thinking of you and praying for you!!

keri
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: saralynn143 on October 07, 2010, 07:24:35 pm: Yay! This report has made my day brighter. Feel better soon, Deb!

Sara
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: ppearl214 on October 08, 2010, 04:11:35 am: Capt.... hope you got some rest overnight...... and that the meds are helping with da brain wreck! Will phone later to check up on you!!!!!!!!

wet smoochies!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
xoxoxoxoxoox

Phyl
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: moe on October 08, 2010, 08:30:14 am: Good news, now rest, and be at ease :)
Maureen
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: yardtick on October 08, 2010, 10:14:48 am: Lots of rest, we need our Capt back to sail her ship.

Lots of love,
Anne Marie
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Jim Scott on October 08, 2010, 01:13:10 pm: I'm relieved to learn that Captain Deb got through the surgery O.K. and will soon be leaving the sick bay. Methinks that now is the time for some R&R before she resumes command.

Jim
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Sheryl on October 08, 2010, 02:21:26 pm: Don't normally scan through many topics but yours caught my eye - so glad your surgery is over and I'm sure you will do well. I am scheduled for a needle biopsy of my thyroid next week. Am concerned that 33 days of radiation for breast cancer in 2004 may have contributed to the need to do this. Don't think my 9 year W&W for 9th cranial nerve schwannoma is involved at all. Doc is not concerned at all - in fact gave me a choice to wait until next thyroid ultrasound in a year but didn't want yet another thing on my mind.
Continue to improve,
Sheryl
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on October 08, 2010, 05:29:01 pm: Home from the hospital--BRUTAL migraine last night. Eclipsed any incision and back pain I was having--they just shot me up with 50mg demerol and Ativan every other hour or so. Headache backed off mid-morning, so other pain started making itself known. Had to try to sleep sitting up due to throat drainage--so the moped turned out to be a slightly smaller Mack Truck!

Home at grandscallywags in charlotte and then back to Boone tomorrow. Got my doggie and Dr Love with me as well as grandscallies so life is GOOD!

Thanks for all your well wishes, my AN family--we are so lucky to have each other!!!

Much Love,

Capt Deb
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: HeadCase2 on October 08, 2010, 07:32:29 pm: Capt.
Thank goodness that is over with. :P Things should get better from here, hopefully quickly. You'll soon be prowling the decks of the PBW with the same swagger we've come to love. ;D Hugs to ya'
Regards,
Rob
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: ppearl214 on October 09, 2010, 06:12:10 am: will call you today, Capn...... remember m'dear.... "day by day, inch by inch...."..... :)

xoxoox
Phyl
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: leapyrtwins on October 09, 2010, 09:55:21 pm: Deb -

sounds like Dr. Love is taking good care of you.

Hope the worst of it is over with.

Best :-*

Jan
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: elliemae on October 10, 2010, 08:22:02 am: Oh, my ... I don't check the forum too often, and am just catching up on all the news!

Here, belatedly and for the future too, are my best wishes for you, Capt Deb! If anyone can beat this, you can!!

Take care,
Elaine
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on October 10, 2010, 12:44:25 pm: Feeling better--a little more lucid, but I look like a friggin' bullfrog!! Neck all purple and swollen from new incision and the one that the doc had to fix from the last doc. Good thing it's scarf season! Grandscallywags thought it was really gross--they love gross stuff. But Hey, it don't hold a candle to a middle-fossa-half-mohawk-staple-questionmark, right, folks?

Capt Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/skull_sword_through_head_lg_clr.gif)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: moe on October 10, 2010, 01:46:23 pm: Yay,
Glad to hear you are a bit more lucid, Capn. Yes, much better than the mid fossa questionmark, no doubt.
Healing thoughts your way,
Maureen
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: 4cm in Pacific Northwest on October 10, 2010, 09:34:53 pm: Quote from: Captain Deb on October 10, 2010, 12:44:25 pm
Feeling better--a little more lucid, but I look like a friggin' bullfrog!!

Captain Bullfrog ;D

I thought you would like these critter pirate photos- the bullfrog in particular ;)
http://www.daduber.com/gallery/index.php?q=Critter%20Pirates/1

Know we love you and we want you well.

Hmmmmm Halloween is around the corner. ;) You could be frogs in pirate socks. Have the grandscallywags also dress as frogs... and let them wheel you around as they hop at your side.

Here is my favorite bullfrog scene clip from the movie Meet the Robinson's
http://video.yahoo.com/watch/1964033/2179991

You know? They do make Bullfrog Pirate T shirts
http://www.zazzle.com/cartoon_hearts_frog_pirate_tshirt-235621843042968849

Captain even know yer look like a bullfrog know we all luv yer any who. Yer rest up and focus on getting well again OR... or...will make yer HOP the plank. ;)

HUGS from Oregon :-*

Keep moving (hopping) forward.

DHM
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Patti UT on October 11, 2010, 10:28:56 am: Cap'n Deb,
So glad the turrible surgery part is over. Praying for a good path report. Hang in there, take it easy, and don't drink too much grog. ;D

Patti Yootee
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Kathy M on October 12, 2010, 06:54:36 pm: Glad to hear you are through your surgery and out of the hospital. Sounds lke you are being well cared for and soak up every minute of that time, attention, and love coming your way!!

Wear your scars with pride, Deb. You are here to tell the tale, scars and multiple colors to boot....life is about stories, and lots of 'em. Halloween is coming you know - might still have some colors and swelling to really make it great for the kids! (and that holiday marks my 50th b-day, so I'm planning on celebrating in a mighty way - even with the yuck still coming out of my head from 4 previous surgeries...but who's counting?!).

I hope your pain is manageable and your healing is swift...and adventure-free!!

Hugs to you,

Kathy
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Captain Deb on October 13, 2010, 04:40:56 pm: Kathy, I forgot you were the Ickyhead Queen!

Great news folks! Pathologist report found NO CANCER in the rest of my thyroid or the 17 lymph nodes they removed (I didn't even know people HAD that many lymph nodes.) I probably could have kept my thyroid and closely monitored it, but given my family history of bad luck with cancer, my doc and I decided to go the aggressive route. I lost my Dad in 3 years to stage 1 bladder cancer that had a fairly high cure rate. Not taking any chances, so Yaaaaaaayyyy!
Still suffering from lots of fatigue and headaches as my Botox is wearing off--get another round Tuesday.

Thanks for all your support--got a kick out of all the bullfrog silliness.

Hugs,

Capt (ribbick!)Deb(http://www.ipswichpartyhire.com.au/images/products/frogU05930.jpg)
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: yardtick on October 13, 2010, 05:50:03 pm: Very good news. Get well my friend!!

Anne Marie
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: CHD63 on October 13, 2010, 06:00:51 pm: Deb .....

That is good news, indeed! Kicked that big C right in the teeth ..... way to go. Now concentrate on healing from this insult to your body, get rid of those awful headaches, and you will be good to go! I want to see more of your fabulous artwork!

Prayers continue. Clarice
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: moe on October 13, 2010, 08:56:52 pm: Great news, Capn Deb!
Rest easy, you'll be back on track soon. Love your clip art.
Maureen
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Jim Scott on October 14, 2010, 02:10:02 pm: Deb ~

Splendid news! I'm pleased to learn that you're cancer (and now thyroid & lymph node) free! Rest up and recover.

Jim
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: Lizard on October 18, 2010, 10:41:48 am: Hip hip hooray for the Captain! Great news, rest up and hopefully the Botox continues to be effective ;D
Liz
Title: Re: Capt Deb cancer update
Post by: 4cm in Pacific Northwest on October 18, 2010, 01:52:41 pm: Quote from: donnalynn on October 12, 2010, 01:41:03 pm

Don't worry about the bullfrog look... but if you start sticking out your tounge and catching flies then I then think you can worry... :D

LOL
:D :D :D :D :D :D ;D

Quote from: Captain Deb on October 13, 2010, 04:40:56 pm

Great news folks! Pathologist report found NO CANCER in the rest of my thyroid or the 17 lymph nodes they removed (I didn't even know people HAD that many lymph nodes.)

Yeah!!!!!! :-* :-* :-* Fantastic news! :)

HUGS to you Captain!

DHM
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Post by: cindyj on October 18, 2010, 04:49:16 pm: Excellent! Now, let's hope you're done with medical surprises for awhile!

Cindy
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Post by: Soundy on October 18, 2010, 05:08:56 pm: glad to hear the good news ... swore I posted a froggy comment the other day when I first read you good news :-\ must be losing it ... continued healing to you
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Post by: leapyrtwins on October 18, 2010, 10:08:16 pm: Wonderful news, Deb!! ;D

When you feel a little better, you still owe us pictures of your snazzy shoes. I'm anxious to see them.

Jan
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Post by: suboo73 on October 19, 2010, 04:26:18 am: Deb, Hi! So glad the news is good and you have made it thru the surgery.

Best wishes for continued healing!

Sue
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Post by: Patti UT on October 19, 2010, 06:49:02 pm: Fantastic news Deb. Feel better soon

yootee
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Post by: free2be on October 21, 2010, 08:23:48 pm: This is great news to hear Deb. I'm so glad after ALL that that you have a positive report. You take care of yourself and no froggin' around!

Connie
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Post by: Keri on October 23, 2010, 07:19:58 am: I'm so glad for you too, Capt Deb! I hope you recovery is coming along nicely!

Keri
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Post by: Captain Deb on October 26, 2010, 07:33:00 pm: I'm doing pretty well actually! All this resting has lessened my back pain and I had another round of Botox, my 4th, last week. I think he really shot up the right places this time. BTW my forehead is smooth as a baby's butt! Went for a 1 mile walk on Sunday and it didn't seem to fire my back up nearly as much. Less stress is probably lessening my pain, plus just post-Botox, my anxiety level over "never knowing when the other shoe is going to drop on my head from a mile up and give me a raging brainwreck" is lessened as well. Still considering radiofrequency nerve ablation for both head/neck and sacroiliac.

My Gallery called and really misses their best selling artist--they seem to be doing well despite the recession--apparently the wealthy Floridians who have enormous summer McMansions up here still have all their money, and every artist I know has lowered their prices, so the "haves" are taking advantage of the situation and buying art. I got nuthin to sell! I warped my loom today, but my woven stuff can't hold a candle to what I make off my paintings. Pain meds seem to suck my creative juices dry.

Couldn't get by at all without you people!! Bless all of you....

Capt Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/pirate-4.gif)
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Post by: msmaggie on October 26, 2010, 09:29:00 pm: Give yourself a chance to recuperate and then I am sure the creative juices will will start up again! You sound like you are on your way to a great recovery and we are so pleased for you :).

Priscilla
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Post by: Jim Scott on October 28, 2010, 02:39:54 pm: Deb ~

I was pleased to learn how well your recovery is going. I trust your recuperation will continue at this pace and in time, perhaps when you least expect it, your artistic instincts will re-emerge, pleasing gallery owners, affluent-but-thrifty art lovers and your natural urge to express yourself through your art. Making a few extra bucks would be nice, too, I suppose. ;)

Jim
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Post by: Sue on October 30, 2010, 09:18:45 pm: Just seeing this for the first time, as I haven't been on here much. So sorry Deb that you had such problems. Continued best wishes from me and I hope that you also continue to feel great!

Love,

Sue in Vancouver USA