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But here’s a screen full of get well thoughts and well wishes. Hang in there Rich and Deb.

moody. We have no family to help, Thank you

I had no side effects except disappointment for showing up 5 days a week and not getting paid for it. I can report that 2 1/2 years following treatment, my PSA is 0.67. So far, so good.

nope, not overly religious but as I hit middle age I need something (or someone) to believe in and I'm not missing any of my prayers before I go to bed every night. I have close relatives on the list and will add Rich and you as well. As far as friends not coming around as much they probably honestly don't want to get in the way of his rest and recuperation. Reach out to them and let them know their friendship is valuable and important to Rich's recovery. Just my two cents anyway FWIW.

family. I have not talked to them since the end of June when I was told" everybody dies sometimes. and my sister yells that now she will have to get a taxi to go to hospital for her fake cancer treatment. She had a pulp. But Rich sent her balloons , a teddy bear and chocolates and we drove up to Westmoreland County and back every day for a month with no thank you or money for gas. I hate to be mean, but it hurts to see what they are doing/did to Rich during his time of need.

Radiation is tough and painful. Bandaging the burns, ugh. May Rich make it through the treatments successfully.

Unfortunately we can't pick our relatives and some are extremely disappointing, that I know for sure. Luckily you can have great relationships with others. Best of luck 🙏😁❤️

You and Rich can look forward to better days once he's on the mend. All the best to you both.

We care about you guys. We worry and we share your fears.

You can’t pick family. My husband’s own family disinherited him after he had a stroke and none of them call or visit him either.

But know we’re your family here debm55. Our thoughts and prayers are the best. Here’s to his healing fast, and no lingering effects, and a positive outlook. 🙏🏻

I had radiation for prostate cancer last summer. They caught mine early so it wasn’t too bad. I had the choice of 5 intense or 25 mild treatments. I opted for the 25. I’m retired so it wasn’t a big deal to go everyday. It appears they got it. The mild treatments weren’t too bad. Sounds like he’s getting the heavy dose. Hope it isn’t too bad.

do understand his nerves being bad and go with the flow.

I was in pretty bad shape when I was diagnosed but fortunately that was not the direct cause but I was pretty stressed out for awhile. Good luck to both of you.

Sending you and your husband healing hugs. 🤗💙🤗

They seem to have issues that make them miserable and attention seeking. I'm glad you and Rich support each other. Thanks for the update on his treatments. I'm happy they seem to be working and his numbers are good. You are both on my prayer list.

prayer list.

But please know you have support here. I hope he is handling the radiation well. My thoughts are with you both.

Hang in there, Deb.

It is so hard to go through. Sending you both love. 💕 🌸💕

Hope Rich recovers quickly from the treatments. Your DU family is here and we care about both of you!

My best hope to you. There are great folks here. For me it's relaxing to know that you're among friends, respectful people.
My wife is a cancer patient and I hope everything goes well for you and Rich.

I know about difficult family. My MIL is DIFFICULT.

Years ago I was watching Carson and something happened with a guest who cancelled, I don't remember the details but they had some VP level guest who worked at an insurance company. He had a few of those index card size notes that you get with your auto policy. One side has their 800 number and like a 2" x 4" box to describe the accident. The other side has a printed intersection of like a half dozen streets at various angles where you draw the positions of the involved cars.
He read some of the odd descriptions of accidents, one of which rang a bell for me; "I glanced at my mother-in-law and headed over the cliff."
....Yeah, difficult...not just difficult but...

You have my wishes for the best of outcomes, both of you.

I’m sure you are taking good care of Rich. Don’t forget to take care of yourself.

I'm sorry for you both. I'm a pertain who needs a lot of support. Maybe its me.

Wishing you and Rich are well

I'm sorry about the lack of family contact.

I'm sorry your family is treating you this way. It really hurts when family can't even do the bare minimum--like a card or a phone call. I know this from personal experience.
I will continue to keep you both in my thoughts. Hugs to you. Take care.

We are your family and support. You are not alone.


I'm continuing sending positive vibes and healing energy.

He was in his ?50s.

The best of luck to Rich, and you!