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AN Community => AN Community => Topic started by: LADavid on May 16, 2009, 08:25:56 pm
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I found a bit more time this week.
First I want to mention something. Several of you suggested that Steve make me a hat. He did. It was Black and Gold in honor of the Steelers -- my fav team. I was planning to wear it during the upcoming season. He sent it with a return delivery notification. It was indeed delivered. And today, I would love to wear it for all to see. Unfortunately, on the day it was delivered, I came home to find my mailbox door standing open. I didn't know it at the time, but the package had been taken. There are several of my neighbors who are unaware that it is a Federal crime to tamper with mail -- in fact they are generally unaware of any law. I won't say anything more except to say that it has been reported to the post office ( who won't do anything) and to say thank you to Steve for being a great guy and trying to do something that I truly appreciate.
Off the soapbox, Dave.
Monday, it's Victoria Day in Canada. Enjoy May Two-Four and long live the Queen.
A bit farther south, Ernie (EJTampa) is having a 2 month follow-up. As fast as you got out of the hospital, I'm sure you'll be just fine, Ernie. Best wishes.
Also on Monday, Melissa (Melissa778) from Ohio is having an annual visit to the T o' G. With all that you have been dealing with this should be a breeze. May your scan be unremarkable, Melissa. (Busy week for you).
On Tuesday, Alicia is having a Translab at House. Best wishes, Alicia. I'll see you on Monday to tell you in person.
And on Tuesday, Marci is having a 10 month follow up hearing test. I lost track of things -- has your hearing been coming back? Hopefully you get positive results.
Then on Wednesday, Carolyn (heyct) is having a Translab at Stanford. I remember you doing your homework on this decision. May you have a very successful surgery.
And, in doubleheader week, Melissa is having surgery to "clear out the sinus gunk." Gauze in the ear, gunk in the sinus. Hopefully this is the end of this stuff for you Melissa.
And finally on Wednesday, Helene (catlover) from Sweden is having a Retro Sig. Lycka till, Helene.
Last up for the week, Ann (keeping up) is having a six month postie encounter with the TOG. As always, may the experience be as comfortable as possible and the results unremarkable.
Have a great week everyone.
David
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David~
Once again, a great summation and greatly appreciated by those of us who live by your updates!! :D That STINKS about the hat - I can't even believe it!!
Good luck & prayers to all!
K
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Best of luck to all of those having surgery, followup appts., and encounters with the Tube of Gloom.
You'll be in my prayers.
I love the adjective this week, David, but I confess I'm waiting for Jim Scott to give me the definition ::)
That really sucks about your hat. I can come up with a lot of adjectives to describe this situation, but I'm confident Phyl would censor me.
I'm sure if he can think of a more secure way to mail you one, Steve will graciously knit you another.
Jan
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Best wishes to all this week, you'll all me in my thoughts for great results. Ernie, has it already been 2 months??
David, I'm sorry to hear about your hat, that really stinks.
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Last up for the week, Ann (keeping up) is having a six month postie encounter with the TOG.
Minor correction: Ann (KeepingUp) is watch and wait, the calendar entry says 6 months post dx MRI, meaning post diagnosis, not treatment. I blame the error on the boisterous and unruly nature of ANs. ;)
Alicia, Carolyn, Melissa, Helene, very best wishes for you surgeries. Clean MRIs and tests for the rest.
Steve
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All,
My hearing hasn't left yet. The test is to confirm that it is still here and to determine whether it has deteriorated since my 3-month follow-up. Here's hoping I continue to beat the odds! (David, I can't believe that about your hat, I'm so sorry.)
Good luck and best wishes to everyone else this week.
Marci
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Wow, Alicia's date came up fast -- her week of vacation is already almost over and it'll be dr. appointments tomorrow! Go Alicia!! :)
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thanks guys. we've had a great time so far. trying to decide what to do today! :)
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First - real bummer about the hat, David. Maybe sometime this winter you will notice a neighbor sporting a Steve Original.
Prayers and well wishes going out to Alicia, Carolyn and Helene for successful surgeris and quick recoveries!
Prayers also for Melissa's sinus surgery.
Good luck to Melissa and Ann as they brave the ToG! Prayers going out for great results!
And also well wishes and prayers for Marci's hearing test. I hope it's still stable!
Ernie
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May this be a good week for procedures and examinations!
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Thanks everyone
Have to say, I am so so so excited about this Thursday. But, more importantly, huge thanks to everyone on this site who patiently responds to all the queries. I remember when I first posted here way way back in November pre-diagnosis, terrified at what the ENT was talking suggesting could be the cause of the mild hearing loss. I had my bumps along the road in those early days as every particular thing could be blamed on the AN but only to realize that while the symptoms were mild, it was the anxiety that was causing more havoc than my little tumor ever could. I may be a bit smug at times - suggesting this sucker isn't going to grow (positive thinking) - and hopefully, it hasn't.
However, if it has or if the ENT or neurosurgeon suggest a different approach - I am comfortable with my knowledge base and almost all of that knowledge has been learned here.
I do hope I am that young(ish) IAC tumor person who can wait, wait and wait and won't show growth or meaningful symptoms (hearing loss ain't included) for many years. But, I may not be - and Thursday morning at 6AM wll at least provide info on the next steps.
So thanks again - to a wonderful, awesome and spring-like week.
LIfe is good.
Ann
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David:
My sympathy for the stolen chapeau - a Steve original, no less! I suspect that you need to move to a better neighborhood - but LA is pricey. We lived in a very affordable furnished apartment in downscale North Hollywood, back in the 1970's. When we went back to L.A. for a visit 20 years later, it had big fences and all kinds of obvious security stuff around it. I doubt I would want to live there, now. Unfortunately, it seems as if California, especially the Los Angeles area, has become difficult to live in these days unless you're a millionaire. Much like Manhattan became a long time ago. Frankly, with high taxes and a high cost of living, Connecticut isn't that much better. My single, adult son (29) is fleeing to Houston, Texas, next year if he can secure a job there. He has friends in Houston that are doing very well. I've encouraged him to go.
My hopes and prayers for Alicia's surgery on Tuesday, Carolyn's, Melissa's and our Swedish friend, Helene's, on Wednesday.
May Mellisa's MRI and Ernie's 60-day follow-up on Monday go well for each, respectively.
I trust that Marci's hearing will show improvement on her Tuesday test and that Ann's MRI is boringly uneventful.
Happy Victoria Day to our Canadian friends - enjoy the holiday. :)
Jim
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I wish everyone well with all the tests and procedures this week. And many prayers for those in surgery (quite a few this week). And that Helene's cat will be ok in Mats care.
I too am sorry about David's Steelers hat.
May our week be rumbustious, whatever that is. Sounds interesting though, never dull or boring.
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Jim -
you forgot my definition of rumbustious ???
Jan
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you forgot my definition of rumbustious
Try Google. Or see my earlier post in this thread for a hint. ;D
Steve
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Hey, are you trying to take away Jim's job ;) :D
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Best wishes to everyone on all their "stuff" this next week.
Somebody stole your hat? That's just evil. Rotten people. Perhaps you might pursue getting a PO Box, which might be more secure. Who knows what they might take next time. ???
Sue in Vancouver USA
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OMG so much fuss over 1 adjective.
ADJ Rumbustious, noisy. lacking in restraint or discipline "a boisterous crowd" A social gathering that became rambustious and out of hand.
Thanks as usual David for great update. Did you have someone in mind with rambustious?
Lainie.
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*pulls out bullwhip!!!!!!!!!!* :o
Ok, who stole David's hat..... a true Steve original!??!?!?!? Let me at'em!!!!!! GRRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! >:( >:( >:(
For all those having treatments and follow ups this week... I send continued wellness wishes to you all......
Phyl
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Did you have someone in mind with rambustious?
Yes... me.... as he knows I get quite rambustious when folks on this forum get outta hand... :)
*looks at the peanut gallery and begins to single out those that are rambustious......*
Phyl
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David -
Thanks as always for the great update. I will join in by saying how truly miserable it was of whomever stole your" Steve Original" I'm sorry this happened to you.
Good luck to Helene, Alicia, Carolyn and Melissa. Melissa -- I truly hope the sinus surgery gets all the gunk out and your infection will finally be cured. I also hope the trip to the TOG is an easy one that brings good news. Ernie -- good luck with your two month check-up. I'm sure you'll get good news. Your recovery, so far, has been amazing!
Wendy
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Actually, it's spelled rambunctious and pronounced ram-ˈbunk-shəs . Check Webster's. Whatever, I think we all get the idea that the 'AN World' is unruly. I will admit that we're all a bit rambunctious at times, myself included.
That having been established, let's thank David again for his yeoman's work in alerting us to important events in the lives of our members. For the most part, I'm proud of the class shown by the vast majority of the folks who visit and post on these forums. I trust that will remain the case for the foreseeable future. :)
Jim
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Jan -
No one took away Jim's job after all! Thanks Jim! ;D
Wendy
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No one took away Jim's job after all!
heck, I think he got a pay raise and is now able to fly "Coach" on the Mod Leer Jet vs. being stuck in luggage hold! :D
*runs like heck, looking over shoulder for Jim* :D
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heck, I think he got a pay raise and is now able to fly "Coach" on the Mod Leer Jet vs. being stuck in luggage hold! :D
*runs like heck, looking over shoulder for Jim* :D
Alright, I know this is fun and all, but I think it's time we get back on topic here ;)
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heck, I think he got a pay raise and is now able to fly "Coach" on the Mod Leer Jet vs. being stuck in luggage hold! :D
*runs like heck, looking over shoulder for Jim* :D
Alright, I know this is fun and all, but I think it's time we get back on topic here ;)
AN Community, Mr. SmartiePants ;) :D :-*..... and yes, totally on topic as humor in AN Community (only) helps whateva' ails ya..... Art Linkletter was right... truly the best medicine. So, for all those enduring this week.... keep on laughing... it'll help get you through anything! :D
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Is this the right time to nominate "Sucktastic"? :o :D :D :D Perhaps for the week of June 8? :o ;D ;D ;D
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Best wishes all.
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Thanks all for the entertainment, and thanks for the great WEEKLY update!
Lots going on this week.
Maureen
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Ok, first of all, I'm sure it was the spelling typo that confused some of us, causing the fuss. :D
And second, while I'm really mad about someone stealing your hat, David, I have to ask myself...who the heck would steal a Steelers hat? :D I'm sure once the thief sees the colors, he or she will put it back in your mailbox! ;D (Just teasing you, don't go getting rambunctious on me!).
Lori (Miami Dolphins fan)
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Rumbustious is not a typing error, but a marvelous synonym for rambunctious. See also robustious.
I commend David for his vocabulary.
Sara
P.S. Bookmark www.dictionary.com to look up all of David's meaningful adjectives. Great resource.
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Yep, I found Rumbustious! Very cool word. ;)
This is a very rumbustious group.
Sue
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Oh, sorry.. didn't mean to suggest David made a typo. I didn't have time to look it up - I just trusted Jim on this one.
Sorry David. I will not doubt your typing or spelling skills anymore. Maybe your choice of football teams....but not your typing. ;)
Lori
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David, how could we ever have doubted your spelling.
Lainie.