She Did It Nation

#77
#77
So happy for you and your family. So good to hear.

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preacherrandy said:
I can really appreciate what you and your wife have been through, only from the reverse side. On Feb 4, 2016 around 8 a.m. I was sitting in my recliner drinking my morning coffee and then things went black. My heart had simply quit beating and my wife had to go through what you went through. I was air lifted to Vandy and my wife had to drive the two hours there by herself not know if I was dead or not. I did not have a heartbeat (on my own) for almost three hours. I wrote this to encourage those of you that may take your spouse for granted to love them 100% of the time and every time you lay down, go to the store or off to work; kiss them an tell them you love them.
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You share your life with someone for so long and they're always there until the day they're not. I won't lie if she died I wanted to die with her. I would have carried on for our kids but I I truly don't think I'd have ever lived again.

See I grew up in a violent abusive home. My dad was an violent alcoholic and my mom did the best she could but she was basically a scared child herself. The only real bonds I had as a child was my grandma and grandpa. When I was 7 she died suddenly and her death lead to my grandpa having a stroke and dying a few months later. I honestly had no one emotionally after that and I grew up from that point never trusting or allowing myself to make bonds with others. I had girlfriends and buddies but the truth is I never bonded with them the way some did me. I lived a hard and at times wild life with no attachments to anyone. That all changed when I met Laura. I met her for the same reason I did other other woman and it wasn't for love., I will never understand why she put the effort in that she did but she stayed on me and slowly brought that wall down. It may be corny but she made me feel human.. She showed me that love and vulnerability isn't weakness. It's okay to to feel love and be open and compassionate to others. There isn't a better feeling in the world than being able to help another human being in their time of need. It gives you purpose, perspective and peace.

When she got sick I honestly felt like that 7 year old boy all over again. I knew for my kids sake that I couldn't put that wall back up or give up and die dammit you don't know how bad I wanted to. It's selfish I know but I just didn't want to face the world without her. She was the only woman that wouldn't let me push her away no matter how hard I tried. She saw through the my front and stayed with it till she brought down my defenses. She turned that scared child into a man and I will never love another woman the way I do her. Hell I wouldn't even want to try.
 
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#85
"Endeavor to persevere"...you and her have done that and SOOOO much more.
Life kept landing punches squarely in your mouth and yet you kept standing there looking it right in the eye saying "Is that all you got?"

You have had our support, prayers, and encouragement all along and will continue to have it as long as it takes.
BEST NEWS on VN today !!!
 
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dduncan4163 said:
I have finally awakened from the nightmare that started back on Dec 28th. That morning my wife fell in our hallway and couldn't get up. I picked her up and got her to the ER.. Her kidneys had shut down and her BP was 90 over 45. She had to be air lifted to Vanderbilt and I was in so much shock I don't even remember the 3 hour drive there. I'll never forget walking across that Vandy sky bridge wondering if she was still alive. I had never felt fear that deep and cold. I felt like I was drowning and it took everything I had not to panic and loose control in that moment. When I made it to her room she was in a coma. Things were as grim as they could possibly be. The cancer had spread to her Brain and Spine and her kidneys had shut down and her legs were swelling and giant blisters were popping up everywhere.. A MRSA infection developed in her legs, arms, lungs and heart.

By January I truly didn't believe that I would ever get her home and that was without a doubt the worst pain and deepest sadness I've ever known. She has been by my side for 17 years and the thought of having to face a future without her shook me to my very core. I knew I'd have to go on for my children but if she had died a part of me would have died with her. I remained strong for the kids and her mom and sister but I was coming apart inside. When that damn in me finally broke I was here on Volnation and I lost it Nation. I can't go back and read that original thread because I know I was completely out of my mind and I had no control of myself. I'm sorry I put you guys through that I truly am but for whatever reason this was the only place I could let go. You'll never know what your support meant to me. Your guys kept me from having a complete nervous breakdown that day. I am forever indebted to you all. Thank you for the thoughts, prayers, and support. You guys carried me till I could walk on my own again.

I wanted to know for sure before I made this post and yesterday it became official. Laura has officially achieved remission. She got knocked to mat by leukemia and through the will and heart of a warrior got up on the count of 9 and fought back and yesterday she offically knocked cancers ass out cold. Her marrow is blast cell free. She won Nation. She ******* won.

She will need maintenance chemo for a while yet because Leukemia likes to hide when it gets attacked but her Oncologist says he thinks they've gotten it all. If she can hold this remission in 6 months a complete cure can be achieved with Stem Cells. Her odds of long term survival went from 10 percent in January to 80 percent as of today.

I never deserved some like her Nation. I'll never understand how I got her. She's the sweetest, strongest, bravest person I've ever known. She is the mother of my children, the love of my life and my sweetest friend.

Love you Nation.

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God bless, and many many football seasons to celebrate in the future Laura

You go girl!
 
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dduncan4163 said:
You share your life with someone for so long and they're always there until they're not. I won't lie if she died I wanted to die with her. I would have carried on for our kids but I I truly don't think I'd have ever lived again.

See I grew up in a violent abusive home. My dad was an violent alcoholic and my mom did the best she could but she was basically a scared child herself. The only real bonds I had as a child was my grandma and grandpa. When I was 7 she died suddenly and her death lead to my grandpa having a stroke and dying a few months later. I honestly had no one emotionally after that and I grew up from that point never trusting or allowing myself to make bonds with others. I had girlfriends and buddies but the truth is I never bonded with them the way some did me. I lived a hard and at times wild life with no attachments to anyone really. That all changed when I met Laura. I met her for the same reason I did other other woman and it wasn't love., I will never understand why she put the effort in that she did but she stayed on me and slowly brought that wall down. It may be corny but she made me feel human.. She showed me that love and vulnerability isn't weakness. It's okay to to feel love and be open and compassionate to others. There isn't a better feeling in the world than being able to help another human being in their time of need. It gives you purpose, perspective and peace.

When she got sick I honestly felt like that 7 year old boy all over again. I knew for my kids sake that I couldn't put that wall back up or give up and die with her but I wanted to. It's selfish I know but I just didn't want to face the world without her. She was the only woman that wouldn't let me push her away no matter how hard I tried. She saw through the my front and stayed with it till she brought down my defenses. She turned that scared child into a man and I will never love another woman the way I do her. Hell I wouldn't even want to try.
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What you experience in her is called "True Love" and wht you described about your feelings for her is also called "True Love." I am happy for you that you didn't have to face life without that love. Congrats!!!!
 
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dduncan4163, My joy at your wife's recovery is both genuine and personal. Without excessive verbiage, I'll just say I was dragged down that road too with a similar outcome that must still be monitored every 6/mos. Love that woman as you already do every minute and make sure she knows. Best to you both.
 
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I lost my mom to Alzheimers last November. My dad’s health is failing. Huge UT fans. Two of my best friends are cancer survivors. I led our Church group raising $1360 for multi-County cancer society. God bless you and your family. I hope your lady remains cancer free. Thank you for reminding me again how blessed I am. I tell people that when they think they have it really bad, come see me. I promise you I know someone who is suffering more.
 
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Allergies are bad today, I can't keep my eyes from watering.

We have prayed for you and for your wife. Just this week I saw your posts and wondered how things were going. Thanks for letting us know how she is doing, how you are doing, and how God has worked in your lives. He is the healer; physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
 
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A post that really helped me today. Congrats to you and your warrior wife. I can understand right where you were. Cancer and the extenuating circumstances took my wife back in '13. But God had other plans for me and the life He has given me since has been fantastic.

Again congrats.
 
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dduncan4163 said:
I have finally awakened from the nightmare that started back on Dec 28th. That morning my wife fell in our hallway and couldn't get up. I picked her up and got her to the ER.. Her kidneys had shut down and her BP was 90 over 45. She had to be air lifted to Vanderbilt and I was in so much shock I don't even remember the 3 hour drive there. I'll never forget walking across that Vandy sky bridge wondering if she was still alive. I had never felt fear that deep and cold. I felt like I was drowning and it took everything I had not to panic and loose control in that moment. When I made it to her room she was in a coma. Things were as grim as they could possibly be. The cancer had spread to her Brain and Spine and her kidneys had shut down and her legs were swelling and giant blisters were popping up everywhere.. A MRSA infection developed in her legs, arms, lungs and heart.

By January I truly didn't believe that I would ever get her home and that was without a doubt the worst pain and deepest sadness I've ever known. She has been by my side for 17 years and the thought of having to face a future without her shook me to my very core. I knew I'd have to go on for my children but if she had died a part of me would have died with her. I remained strong for the kids and her mom and sister but I was coming apart inside. When that damn in me finally broke I was here on Volnation and I lost it Nation. I can't go back and read that original thread because I know I was completely out of my mind and I had no control of myself. I'm sorry I put you guys through that I truly am but for whatever reason this was the only place I could let go. You'll never know what your support meant to me. Your guys kept me from having a complete nervous breakdown that day. I am forever indebted to you all. Thank you for the thoughts, prayers, and support. You guys carried me till I could walk on my own again.

I wanted to know for sure before I made this post and yesterday it became official. Laura has officially achieved remission. She got knocked to mat by leukemia and through the will and heart of a warrior got up on the count of 9 and fought back and yesterday she offically knocked cancers ass out cold. Her marrow is blast cell free. She won Nation. She ******* won.

She will need maintenance chemo for a while yet because Leukemia likes to hide when it gets attacked but her Oncologist says he thinks they've gotten it all. If she can hold this remission in 6 months a complete cure can be achieved with Stem Cells. Her odds of long term survival went from 10 percent in January to 80 percent as of today.

I never deserved some like her Nation. I'll never understand how I got her. She's the sweetest, strongest, bravest person I've ever known. She is the mother of my children, the love of my life and my sweetest friend.

Love you Nation.

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