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Hello fellow PBHers. Well I promised you an update when i knew more so here it is. I prefer to start at the beginning if its ok with you.
About 2 1/2 years ago, i felt pain just above my stomach, had a endoscopy done and was pronounced with EC Esophagus Cancer. I was told i had about a 36% chance to live with the surgery.
I spent 9 hours on a surgeons table, 6 days in a ICU and 26 days in the hospital, i lost 59 pounds, and i spent another 4 months at home recoverying. The entire incident was horrible and i wouldnt ever wish it even on my enemys.
Well to make a long story short i survived, gained back my weight, got strong, went back to work and even managed to get in a 15 day trip to Cali.
I thought i was a pretty damn lucky guy beating a cancer with only 36% chance, i was to say the least a happy guy, even a little cocky about it all.

Now 2 1/2 years later the cancer has returned, this time the tumor is bigger and it is spreading, as of today the tumor has almost completely blocked off my esophagus to the point that i can barely swallow water and juice, i must crush up all my medications and vitamin or mix them in the water.
I have lost 9 pounds in the last 10 days and i am getting weaker each day.

I have spent the last 3 weeks going from doctor to doctor and from test to test, i have been poked so many times i have purple arms.

Today i met with two very important people my Oncologist and my Surgeon and here is what they have to say. First they made it clear to me that i have a serious case of cancer and if i want to live then i will be required to go through hell for about the next 5 months and even after that they cannot promise me life, infact my Oncologist gives me a 25% chance of recovery.
My treatment will begin as early as next week in this order 1blood tests, 2. Pet Scan, .3; surgery to put feeding tube into my stomach, 4. Radiation, 5. Chemotherapy, 6. rest for 3 weeks, 7. esophagus cancer surgery, 8. stomach hernia surgery, 9. 20 to 28 days in hospital recovery, 10. home recovery for about 3 months.
I am told this proceedure will wipe me out physically, emotionally and every other way.
I am told it is tough and painful and if i can survive this and everyone does their job right then i could continue to live a fairly normal life.

Note concerning the Radiation and the Chemo therapy, these treatments will be very agressive they will both be given at the same time i will go into chemo and when finished walk across the hall and recieve my Radiation. This will last 5 days a week for 6 weeks. i will lose my hair, weaken substantually, turn pale yellow skin, have nausea, headaches, and feel as if i have the flu all the time. i will be on anxiety medication and prozac and pain medication.

Right now i am on anxiety medication, and a liquid diet with some soft foods like yogurt.

As you must imagine i am worried, nervous and somewhat in denial. I really am not looking forward to going through this hell again but as one of my doctors said I only have two choices.

Anyway, the medical team is first class, they have a reputation in this state as being very agressive and attacking cancer with a vengence. In fact recently a man in Texas with EC was dying his doctor told him he had about 4 days to live, he called my Oncologist and then flew out here to Phoenix, my doctor began treating him immediately and that was 5 months ago. So i do have a no nonsense agressive medical team behind me.
I told them if they would be very agressive and fight for my life i will certainly do the same and fight for my life.

I now want to thank the PBHers for supporting me and for being my friends. I would appreciate any prayers on my behalf and please if you have any suggestions i will listen to them all.

If you have any comments, or questions please feel free to post them, i will gladly respond.

Scotty

By scotty on Mar 31, 2008, 23:09 in Off Topic.

msaucey says on Mar 31, 2008, 23:17:

Scotty, you are in my daily thoughts... You are of strong mind and will... You will beat this cancer and not the other way around....

I know you will do everything necessary and as directed by the doctors, so I wont give you that speech....

We'll be here waiting for you whenever you want to chat...

The trouble about trying to make yourself stupider than you really are is that you very often succeed. - CS Lewis

scotty says on Mar 31, 2008, 23:21:

thanks msaucey, you guys are a good bunch of eggs. yea i have made the decision to fight this thing to the end, either its gonna win and kill me or im gonna win and once again fly to Cali.

i am following the doctors orders to the T,

you are welcome to ask any questions or make any comments anytime.

take care and thanks for your support msaucey

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

DodgerDogs says on Mar 31, 2008, 23:22:

Scotty: Honest to God, I am so verry sad to hear what you been going through, and what you
will have to go through. I pray the good Lord will help you have the strength and courage to
face all that you must endure. I will keep you in my daily prayers and thoughts, and do hope to know you return to Cali one day.

Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.Martin Luther King:

scotty says on Mar 31, 2008, 23:28:

thanks DD, I appreciate your prayers and support. like the Doc said "you have two choice, death or fight it" i choose to fight it.
i figure with a good team of doctors, lots of friends support, prayer and just plain attitude i can beat this.
thanks again DD

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

travelingirl says on Mar 31, 2008, 23:30:

My goodness, Scotty. I am so sorry you are going through this. You will definitely be in my prayers.

Around her hair she wore a yellow ribbon...

scotty says on Mar 31, 2008, 23:31:

thanks Tgirl, appreciate the support and prayers.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

houstongal says on Mar 31, 2008, 23:31:

Scotty, we won't lose the faith and neither will you. Be strong. Get on PBH periodically and let us make you laugh when times are rough. It sounds like you're in very good hands medically.

It sounds like there's not much you can do this week, but keep us company online? Don't dwell upon what's to come OK? Mental strength....it's very powerful.

travelingirl says on Mar 31, 2008, 23:34:

Yes, you should try to get on here so you can at least make fun of the democratic candidate before the election and make me laugh. ;) Or maybe I should come up with my own stuff and try to make you laugh. hehe

Around her hair she wore a yellow ribbon...

msaucey says on Mar 31, 2008, 23:35:

For a good laugh, check out the Romantic Post tomorrow after Dan sees it... Now that will be funny....

Love, Laughter, and Friendship can get you through a lot of tough points in life...

The trouble about trying to make yourself stupider than you really are is that you very often succeed. - CS Lewis

scotty says on Mar 31, 2008, 23:42:

i agree with you guys, nothing better than laughter, in fact im going to rent some comedy DVDs and try to yuk it up a little bit.
and yes i will come to PBH and search for some laughs.
as for the candidates, gee they are all just so terribly bad i dont even know where to begin. G_S had the best one when he posted McCain, Obama and Hillary as Curly, Moe and Larry of the three stooges, that picture discribes just how i feel about the political scene this year.
im trying my best to keep my spirts up, sometimes its hard to do but with wacky PBHers i think i can do it.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

houstongal says on Mar 31, 2008, 23:58:

Funny DVD's and goofball characters on PBH. That'll cure all ails! :-)

You may want to pick up some comedy series Scotty! Anything to get you to laugh. Plus if they're only 30 minutes long, it's not much of a time commitment for you when you're tired. It gets rough sometimes trying to stay awake through a movie when you're tired!

scotty says on Apr 1, 2008, 00:58:

yea good idea Hgal. im trying real hard to be upbeat, its hard to do, but i figure you are right between PBH, DVDs and my family and friends arounf here i will try to keep my mind free and not think about what is soon coming my way.

i will be checking in with PBH fairly regularly until of course i am unable to do so.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

kalder says on Apr 1, 2008, 02:21:

You are one stand-up guy Scotty. May God keep you safe in your ordeal. We will be thinking of you constantly. Please, please stay in touch and keep us updated whenever you can.

"kalder- have you ever had a woman?"--Sam Salmon

Cerealkiller says on Apr 1, 2008, 04:53:

Well Scotty, Ive always thought you're a conservative bastard *laughs* but that doesn't mean I totally hate you. I am sorry you're going through a rough time and I sincerely hope that everything gets better. Be strong and stay determined. Life is like a mistreating husband and we are the stupid battered wives: wishing it never ended (I know, cruel joke, but it makes me laugh when I'm down). Plus, Im sure you've heard the saying: Hierba mala nunca muere!!! :)

Conservatives are not necessarily stupid, but most stupid people are conservatives -John Stuart Mill

aztec says on Apr 1, 2008, 07:10:

Scotty I have some knowledge of where you are in your quest for life.

My first wife was diagnosed with AML which is an acute form of Leukemia. We wanted to go to M.D. Anderson but elected instead to go to Emory.

The treatment and chemo gave her one year before the cancer returned. After that she went through 18 total chemotherapy sessions that resulted in remission each time. The trouble was that each remission got shorter and shorter. The secessions were horrible and terrifying for her and the whole family. This process went on for three and a half years before her death.

What I would like to relay in as gentle a manner as possible is the knowledge we must all die sometime. That and the realization there was nothing humanly possible anyone could do to change the inevitable outcome forces you to make decisions. There comes a time when the quality of life left to a person is too short to endure the torture of medicine to prolong the life not worth living. In other words you must decide if the quality of life left is remotely worth the horrible experience and pain.

In our case my wife had made a decision not to endure the last treatment. We persuaded her to proceed against her wishes. It turned out to have been a mistake. What was impacting on the decision was what the family wanted and not what was in her best interest. We could not face the possibility she would not come home. She left two teen age boys without a mother.

goin_south says on Apr 1, 2008, 07:51:

Scotty...
I'm a crazy mf;
but, I'll stop and be in spirit of prayer on your behalf.... more than once a day.
you got "more than two, gathered together", here, so........!!!
Look for a pm tonight.
Every day is a great day.
Sometimes we have to go through.... the perfect storm.
You're gonna make it,.....TOO!
Ciao, dude!

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

gringoloid says on Apr 1, 2008, 08:33:

Scotty, do whatever you have to do to keep that appointment with me here in colombia this summer!!

robi666 says on Apr 1, 2008, 10:18:

Be strong, Scotty. We are here to support you as much as we can. You are in our thoughts.

"I am a citizen of the most beautiful nation on earth. A nation whose laws are harsh yet simple, a nation that never cheats, which is immense and without borders, where life is lived in the present."

scotty says on Apr 1, 2008, 11:47:

thank you all of you for your good wishes and support. i have been thinking about this alot and often times i have thought of just giving up and not going through the torcher of radiation, chemo and surgery and still will probably die.

i have alot of thinking to do and alot of preperations to make, the clock is ticking and i need to make many decisions.

thank you all, and yes i will on occasion check in to PBH and answer all questions and comments.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

DodgerDogs says on Apr 1, 2008, 12:08:

Scotty: Keep in mind as a opition ,one of the best Cancer clinics in the world is in Bogota, Colombia with 70 plus year of experience. they use many cancer fighting procedures not yet
approved in the USA.
Here is part of a news articule about them.

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/102056.php

Instituto Nacional de Cancerologia is a leading public institution with more than 70 years of experience with many diverse oncological diseases. Innovators in the treatment of cancer, the Instituto Nacional de Cancerologia has helped implement techniques for minimally invasive surgery for cancer and other diseases. Their Pediatric Oncology Group is a leader in Colombia and one of the most highly recognized in Latin America.

For more information about Instituto Nacional de Cancerologia, please visit: http://www.incancerologia.gov.co

Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.Martin Luther King:

scotty says on Apr 1, 2008, 16:04:

thanks DD, i see several problems with that in my situation.
1. my insurance wont pay for medical treatment in another country
2. two my spanish is malo
3. my family and neighbors are here in AZ to support me, i dont want to be around a bunch of strangers while suffering through cancer.
4. USA also has some of the best hospitals and doctors in the world
5. a friend of mine 3 years ago decided he was going to a SA country to cure his cancer, i think he went to either Ecuador or Bolivia, he was there about 3 months, came back home, 3 days later started spiting up blood and fell over dead.
thanks for the thought but i think i will stay right here.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

aztec says on Apr 1, 2008, 16:19:

3. my family and neighbors are here in AZ to support me, i dont want to be around a bunch of strangers while suffering through cancer.

Exactly why we decided on Emory rather than M.D. Anderson. The treatment is bad enough but without the support of family is a living hell.

Scotty, it is your life and your body. It is your decision and you have a right to do nothing. However, if the doctors think you are better off with the treatment ie good chance of success then go for it.

scotty says on Apr 1, 2008, 18:28:

well aztec i think about this constantly. i go back and forth if i should just stop the fight and go out the easy way or fight it and try to win the battle.
remember, i have been through this before, and i know what hell it is, so i am what you may call a little gun shy. i want to live but do i want to go through 5 months of hell to live and even then maybe lose and die anyway.
i am still deciding, im still researching, im still talking to doctors, second and third opinions.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

Man Tequila says on Apr 1, 2008, 20:08:

I was saddened to hear about your ordeal, Scotty. Keep you chin up, don't lose hope, eat whatever you enjoy to keep up your strength, tell the folks you love that you love them. You'll be in my thoughts.

pues se me antoja que sus cantares son de una tierra desconocida, y yo le dije si a usted le inspira, saber la tierra de donde soy... con mucho gusto y a mucho honor...

scotty says on Apr 1, 2008, 20:48:

thanks MT appreciate your support. im eating and drinking everything that will go down.

i just got off the phone with a guy that made me feel positive, he had the same thing i had. he was treated with an agressive radiation and chemo and the cancer completely went away, he didnt even have to undergo surgery.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

eywed says on Apr 1, 2008, 21:25:

Scotty I have one full unopened can of Pilsen beer hidden away in my house. It's a prize possession of mine and it's your once you get better.

Ay Hombe!!!!!

Man Tequila says on Apr 1, 2008, 21:38:

That's your prize possession? Man, and I was feeling sorry for SCOTTY... ;)

pues se me antoja que sus cantares son de una tierra desconocida, y yo le dije si a usted le inspira, saber la tierra de donde soy... con mucho gusto y a mucho honor...

podborski says on Apr 1, 2008, 22:02:

Don't think about the odds scotty, I doubt the docs really know whether your chances are 25% or 75%. I imagine they play it conservatively.

Just stay positive and look forward to the day when you beat this. I hope we can have a drink one nice night in Bogota, once you have recovered.

You did it once, you can do it again. Good luck.

scotty says on Apr 1, 2008, 22:45:

you guys really know how to make a guy want to fight for his life, tempting me with beer and Bogota. keep that Pilsen on ice eywed.
if i make it through this i think every PBHer that can make it should meet up in Bogota or Cali or somewhere in Colombia and we need to have a "I beat the cancer twice party" and eywed can present me with his treasure beer.
you guys are great thanks for the support!

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

goin_south says on Apr 1, 2008, 23:05:

I 4 1.... wouln't miss the party!

Hey, scotty... I was going to pm ya, but... awwwh.. wth?! I might as well air it here...
When I was 5 years old... I was diagnosed as having Hodgkins Disease... 'the docs'.. gave me 6 months to live.....

(Hey! eyewed! YOU GOT AN EXTRA PILSNER???... jaj)

Anyway.... here I am... 82 years later.
welll... that's how old I think I'm gonna be by the time my (transplanted) Pastusa gets her cula de Caleña up here to de eeuu.... :-)))

and, you didn't pm me... so how do I know which of those addresses is yours?
Don't Worry; Be Happy... I'm gonna find ya.... in Bogota... alive... don worriiiibbbbbb happy!

You betta stay in touch, dude.

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

scotty says on Apr 2, 2008, 00:08:

Duck you trying to get my beer?

So GS they all thought you were a goner and you fooled them and grew up to be a Duck. Glad you made it.

I just recieved an interesting email from a man who had the same cancer as i did and his also returned after 3 years of being cancer free.
he was then treated with radiation and chemo and is still alive today 4 years later.
so maybe i have a chance after all. i am feeling more positive everyday.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

goin_south says on Apr 2, 2008, 00:15:

Is there sucha thing as a "Duck's Chance?"

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

scotty says on Apr 2, 2008, 01:33:

G_S i recieved your PM , thanks nice email. you are welcome to Pm me anytime duck dude.. i gots to go to bed now, my sister is taking me to the zoo tomorrow, we want to talk, it may be my last real opportunity to spend some time with her.
good night everybody.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

kalder says on Apr 2, 2008, 04:52:

You're on scotty.

When it's all over, come on down to Valle del Cauca and I'll introduce you to my sister-in-law..

"kalder- have you ever had a woman?"--Sam Salmon

paulr says on Apr 2, 2008, 06:36:

Scotty, not sure if you´ve read "It's Not About the Bike: My Journey Back to Life" by Lance Amrstrong? thought it was very inspirational, if you´re not up for reading right now, you can download the audio book, after a quick search i found it here

http://www.theaudiobookstore.com/servlet/-strse-465/Its-Not-About-the/...

Good luck with everything Scotty

Life is like a ten-speed bicycle. Most of us have gears we never use.

eywed says on Apr 2, 2008, 09:52:

I have but one can of Pilsen and it is now being saved for Scotty. It is prized to me because of the friend that gave it to me. There is no pilsen to be had here in Tampa, Florida so I was keep it for a speical occasion. I can not think of any better speical occasion than a Scotty beat cancer party, Can any of you?

Ay Hombe!!!!!

christobeldawg says on Apr 2, 2008, 22:12:

Scotty, so sorry for your health issues. I hope that you have thought about the reasons that you would like to continue to live, as in, and I don't want to be out of line here, as I know the medical problems are very real, but have you really thought about the compelling reasons, the passionate reasons for staying around here, and living a life that brings fulfillment and joy to you. Good luck friend, we all love ya here.

admittedly, arriving can feel great too

scotty says on Apr 2, 2008, 22:26:

dawg, im goin to Colombia and meet all the PBhers i can and im gonna get that beer from eywed.
there is so much i want to do yet, i think its worth fighting for life.

oh, and thanks for the call Duck, the Duck called me tonight and wished me the best, that Duck he is a -ok!

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

christobeldawg says on Apr 2, 2008, 22:45:

Colombia is my second home now Scotty, so pm me when you will be in Bogota, as I am there more and more lately. as goinsouth is well aware of. right gs, mister language mystery quipster?

admittedly, arriving can feel great too

scotty says on Apr 3, 2008, 00:09:

looking forward to meeting you some day dawg. give me a few months to kick this cancers ass and before you know it i will be having a beer with you in Colombia. we'll all get together and party down!

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

scotty says on Apr 4, 2008, 01:31:

I'll check in with you guys once a week and give you the updates. right now nothing happening, next week the fire works start.
take care all eat your veggies and dont smoke.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

kalder says on Apr 4, 2008, 02:03:

And you take care brother.

"kalder- have you ever had a woman?"--Sam Salmon

scotty says on Apr 4, 2008, 15:32:

how you doin bro? and how are things across the pond?

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

Portena says on Apr 4, 2008, 19:08:

Keep your spirits up, Scotty! Try to find something enjoyable to focus on everyday - even if it's just sitting outside on a sunny day and watching nature in all its beauty. Pod is right - it's pointless to think about the odds. You're obviously a very resilient individual having survived that first strenuous battle to live. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

I feel better! I can smile at it now, I feel better. Ohhhh, better! Gnarls Barkley

goin_south says on Apr 4, 2008, 19:11:

He sounds good! My $'s on scotty; not the ca.
But, I'm gonna have to paint or find a new avatar 4 'm.... scotty, a new, brighter avatar! por favor.

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

scotty says on Apr 4, 2008, 19:30:

Guys Im feeling a little more positive today, my Oncologist called me and said some positive things. He thinks we can beat this thing with a good chemo/radiation plan.He told me about the same thing that you guys said to be positive enjoy the sunny weekend and we will take this thing one step at a time.
thanks for your support.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

Monpirri says on Apr 4, 2008, 20:01:

That's awesome!!!
Scotty, I wish you a speedy recovery.

Annette Taddeo for US Congress 2008

christobeldawg says on Apr 4, 2008, 22:09:

good news Scotty. We will have a celebration, well, celebrating, your being well again. As you are taking the treatments, appreciate all that you have to look forward to, all that you want to see and experience. I am prayin for ya my friend, to keep getting better and better.

admittedly, arriving can feel great too

scotty says on Apr 4, 2008, 23:43:

thanks Monpirri and Dawg, its all about one day at time now. I should really know what is going on by the 14th or 15th of April that when all the final test results will be in and the doctors can make some decisions.
I think Im going to post an update once a week maybe every Sunday or Monday.
thanks for your support.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

Man Tequila says on Apr 4, 2008, 23:53:

Scotty, that sounds like great news.

pues se me antoja que sus cantares son de una tierra desconocida, y yo le dije si a usted le inspira, saber la tierra de donde soy... con mucho gusto y a mucho honor...

goin_south says on Apr 5, 2008, 00:00:

scotty,... something to think about your woman in Cali:

La mujer no quiere una mirada, quiere una sonrisa.
La mujer no quiere compañía, quiere presencia.
La mujer no quiere llanto, quiere lágrimas.
La mujer quiere, lo que es más sencillo otorgar.
La mujer no busca una mano, busca tacto.
La mujer no busca momentos, espera acontecimientos.
La mujer no busca tu risa, espera tu alegría.
La mujer ofrece, lo que siempre has podido dar.
La mujer no desea un cuerpo, desea un abrazo.
La mujer no desea halagos, desea palabras.
La mujer no desea unos labios, desea un beso.
La mujer no desea ser persona, desea ser mujer.
La mujer no espera tu tiempo, espera tiempo contigo.
La mujer no espera pasión, espera romance.
La mujer no espera sexo, espera amor.
La mujer no espera belleza, espera la hagan sentir bella.
La mujer es mujer, no la trates como a un hombre.
La mujer es mujer, no es física, es sentimental.
La mujer es mujer, no es cuerpo, es corazón.
La mujer no eres tú, no la trates como esperas que te traten.
La mujer no es para poseer, es para admirar.
La mujer no es para convencer, es para amar.
La mujer no es para conocer, es para entender.
La mujer no es lo que tú crees, ella es mucho más.
La mujer no es un rostro, es un todo.
La mujer no es difícil, es misteriosa.
La mujer no es tacto, es caricia.
La mujer no es la espina, es la rosa.

pretty mushy, eh?
aaawh, well... probably some truth in there.

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

scotty says on Apr 5, 2008, 01:02:

mushy but nice to.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

goin_south says on Apr 5, 2008, 05:58:

well, jajaj, it was a woman that sent that to me (not mine), .......
.......whadya think?

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

Robert Jorge says on Apr 5, 2008, 21:18:

Scotty, you will do anything to break our javelina hunting trip date.

But seriously, I will be thinking about you. I am not good at mushy stuff, so forgive me for being somewhat inarticulate. I am looking forward to the Scotty beat cancer party in Bogota. Count me in. Anyway, hang in there, and good luck the next several weeks. You are going to be in a lot of people's thoughts and prayers.

houstongal says on Apr 5, 2008, 22:04:

Hey...even I would come to Bogota for a "Scotty beat cancer" party!

christobeldawg says on Apr 5, 2008, 22:11:

yo tambien. I like being there anyway, so that will give me even more of a reason to be there.

admittedly, arriving can feel great too

goin_south says on Apr 5, 2008, 22:24:

Oh Lord!!! And, Hg will be there?!?!?!!!!!!!
Scotty,.. do you know what it takes to get this woman to Colombia????
(It's top secret)
I'd better get working;
I can see a party in Bogota, before my (planned) time.
WTH! I'm like Chris... I like goin_there anyway!!!
Go! scotty,...Go!

You think my pastusa/caleña will let me go back to Bogota without her???
jajaja... guess again!

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

houstongal says on Apr 5, 2008, 22:36:

I'd do anything for Scotty! I've never had a post created for me before and I was touched that he did that! It's the least I can do for the guy.....he can see my smiling face in person. But he's got to stay positive and get through this!

Of course, that's assuming that there's no travel conflict with whatever date this event will be!

goin_south says on Apr 5, 2008, 22:46:

jajja, I'll write you a 'sick note'... bad back syndrome.. no worries , Hg!!

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

houstongal says on Apr 5, 2008, 22:51:

jajaja....GS. Bad back syndrome.

I pretty much have to be on my death bed (sorry Scotty...I didn't mean to offend) to get out of working! I went to Mexico sick and I ended up getting worse by the third week.

But after May my travel schedule is actually fairly light.

goin_south says on Apr 5, 2008, 23:08:

scotty... I'm thinking we're starting that party somewhere here in the usa... and, then moving it to bogota. whadya think?

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

Robert Jorge says on Apr 5, 2008, 23:27:

Destin would be a fairly central rendevous point for us. (yes, that's an invitation)

goin_south says on Apr 5, 2008, 23:56:

Destin Central.
Si, jorge....
what map are ya lookn at???

.
.
.
.jaja, I was thinkn the big D, myself, too.

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

houstongal says on Apr 6, 2008, 05:55:

I'm so glad you pointed that out. I was definitely thinking somewhere in Texas for Scotty since he is in Arizona! RJ has a quite a distorted map of the US!

scotty says on Apr 6, 2008, 17:16:

Weekly Update: Not alot to report on medically, I have an appointment with my general surgeon Tuesday to talk about inserting a feeding tube. On Wed. i have a Pet Scan appointment, other than that the medical portion is quiet for now.

I am having a more difficult time swallowing food and even liquid is sometimes difficult, i hope they get that feeding tube into me sooner than later.

This week for me was more of a positive emotional time. i have been spending lots of time with friends and family, having a few laughs and enjoying their company.

Wednesday my sister treated me and my mother to a trip at the Zoo, it was a nice day and we all enjoyed ourseleves.There was one part of the trip that was especially intertesting i didnt even know they had this at the Phoenix zoo. There is a area with the theme "Colombia," they have a small village built there, and animals from Colombia and South America.

Saturday was also a good day at the local classic car show i met up with several friends where we checked out the great classic cars and had some laughs, and i heard some new jokes, remind me sometime and i will tell you the one about the bank robber.
Also at the car show one of my buddies hired a service of models to come out to the car show and pose with me, we had a blast 3 lovely models dressed in 50's style cloths posing with me for pictures and video, it was a blast!

I also recieved a call from my Oncologist on Friday because he knows i have been feeling a little down, he assured me that he will come up with a plan and he will fight this cancer. He asked me to remain calm, be positive, and we will get through this.

So the call from the doctor, the zoo trip and the classic car show adventure perked me up, i am feeling alot more positive and ready to take on this cancer.

By the way i have been recieving some positive PM's from some of you PBHers, thank you very much, very nice of you to do that.

Ok, everybody i will check in again next week.

If you have any comments or questions or suggestions please feel free to post them and i will answer each one a s a p.

Take care PBHers
Scotty

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

DodgerDogs says on Apr 6, 2008, 19:40:

Scotty: If you can , post those pics of the car show.
Stay cool and stay strong , and know as I said in my emails , I will keep you in our prayers
and thoughts.

de Dodger

Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.Martin Luther King:

podborski says on Apr 6, 2008, 22:29:

glad to hear you are staying positive scotty, all the best to you! (p.s. the series 1 jag e-type is my pic as all time best classic car, based on looks, price, performance...)

scotty says on Apr 6, 2008, 23:30:

there were 7 ot 8 jags out there last night, beautiful car!

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

podborski says on Apr 7, 2008, 07:48:

I had one, a 1964 "Opalescent-silver-blue with biscuit interior". They even know how to make paint colours sound great.

Just don't mention the overheating problems : (

scotty says on Apr 9, 2008, 00:33:

did you say had? man you should have hung on to that car.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

scotty says on Apr 10, 2008, 21:55:

Update: Hello everyone, well heres an update on my situation.

Tuesday - I had a consultation with the general surgeon concerning surgery to repair an abdominal hernia and to insert a feeding tube.

Wednesday- I was given a Pet Scan, the results will be sent to the doctors.

Thursday - I went to the radiologist where i was given a CTscan and did a simulation of radiation treatments, it wasnt a pleasant day.
After wards i went to the lab where i had to recieve a blood test.

Im burnt out already and the real stuff hasnt even started yet.

I go to the hospital Monday for pre op .

I go back to the hospital Tuesday for surgery on the hernia and to insert a feeding tube.

Hope you are all fine, take care,
Scotty

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

goin_south says on Apr 10, 2008, 22:42:

Remember...
.........................SERENITY

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

scotty says on Apr 11, 2008, 00:00:

one day at a time.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

kalder says on Apr 11, 2008, 02:59:

Take care brother.

"kalder- have you ever had a woman?"--Sam Salmon

slguy says on Apr 11, 2008, 06:21:

Scotty, man, it took me a couple days just to digest this thread. I still have no real meaningful stuff to say...except maybe this -

I have seen the evidence too often not to know how powerful a tool the mind is. You're a tough, passionate, intensely caring guy. My money's on the "I kicked cancer's ass!" Bogota party.

Before you throw me out, make sure I pay my bar tab

scotty says on Apr 11, 2008, 14:48:

thanks Kalder.

thanks slguy, i fought this damn cancer three years ago, i am ready to fight it again. no one can promise the future but we can fight for what we want and i want life, so let the battle begin.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

goin_south says on Apr 11, 2008, 14:55:

maybe we could move that party 'out into the caribbean tip of Colombia...
... on a new yacht.... spin some circles around San Andres.... look for Wycliff Jean dancin on the water wid Shakirrrra....?

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

slguy says on Apr 11, 2008, 17:47:

now there's an idea! blowout party in cartagena, or at the new Santa Marta marina! with Scotty as Master and Commander of the sailing vessel for the event...

(don't worry, Scotty - us seafairing folk have your landlubbing arizona ass covered! ;) )

Before you throw me out, make sure I pay my bar tab

scotty says on Apr 11, 2008, 18:23:

slguy i was in the Navy for 4 years, i was on an aircraft carrier...but i still like land better.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

houstongal says on Apr 11, 2008, 19:20:

This will be Scotty's party and we'll hold it wherever he wants! Good luck next week Scotty! Enjoy your weekend!

podborski says on Apr 11, 2008, 19:30:

that's the attitude Scotty, one day at a time, you can do it. I want to be at that party, wherever it is, although the boat sounds damn good!

slguy says on Apr 11, 2008, 19:57:

scotty says on Friday April 11th, 2008 18:23:

slguy i was in the Navy for 4 years, i was on an aircraft carrier...but i still like land better.

betcha didn't have any pole dancers on that carrier! ;)

Before you throw me out, make sure I pay my bar tab

scotty says on Apr 12, 2008, 23:53:

did you say pole dancers? ahh no i do not recall any pole dancers on the ship i was on. i could get into pole dancers.

Im trying to be as positive as possible. I went to see some buddies of mine today, we hung out awhile, i met another guy there that had throat cancer years ago he had a terrible time with radiation, but he lived.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

podborski says on Apr 13, 2008, 20:45:

hey scotty, how you doing?

Is it radiation or chemo that you will have? Or both? My mom's doing radiation right now and she says it's not so bad...but she might be holding out a little bit on the truth.

She had a tough time with the chemo though, but she made it through, as you will too.

Man Tequila says on Apr 13, 2008, 21:40:

Glad to hear Scotty's trying to stay positive, and that Pod's mom is holding up.

pues se me antoja que sus cantares son de una tierra desconocida, y yo le dije si a usted le inspira, saber la tierra de donde soy... con mucho gusto y a mucho honor...

scotty says on Apr 13, 2008, 22:55:

Hi Pod, I will have chemo and radiation at the same time. i will have each 5 days a week for 38 treatments.
i hear the chemo is much worse than the radiation, but the radiation is also bad news.

your mom has cancer? how is she holding up?

MT i just take it one day at a time, what ever they tell me to do i just do it, i am getting so used to getting poked with needles and drinking chalky liquid, im almost amune to the pain, they say do this or do that and i just do it and get it over with and move on to the next thing.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

goin_south says on Apr 13, 2008, 23:16:

scotty, what happens if you drink alot, while takin these treatments?
No one ever asked that Q, or at least no one ever gives the answer...

When are you starting the treatments?
This week?

No, no... don't be drinking shit.... that's our job... we are gonna ( I am gonna) have a few drinks on your behalf while you are recoverin!

5 days a week for 38 treatments.
so, come about...the middle of June.... this is all over ...
and, I have to start 'splainin to my colombianita why I'm goin_back to Bogota without her ... lol

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

podborski says on Apr 14, 2008, 20:51:

I was just in the midle of replying to you scotty when a conman walked into my place here and ripped me off for a hundred bucks...damn I'm stupid! But I won't do that again...

Anyway, my mom just finished 6 treatments of chemo, and is now doing radiation everyday for 6 weeks.

The chemo was tough on her, she said she couldn't taste her food, and of course she lost her hair.

But the radiation seems to be not so bad, unless she's downplaying it so that I won't worry.

She said she is going out for walks, and can taste food again. She's hanging out with her friends going shopping and to the movies etc.

I think you are right to do whatever the docs say...I have great faith in them. My mom didn't take some of the painkillers and things they gave her, so I suspect that's why she had a hard time with the chemo.

So take whatever they tell you to take. I'm sure they prescribe things for a reason.

wishing you all the best.

goin_south says on Apr 14, 2008, 22:23:

Hey, Scotty.... here's a video that will help get yer mind off all that garbage with the candidates:

Well... whadya think?

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

scotty says on Apr 14, 2008, 22:31:

GS, i dont know about drinking and treatments, never thought about that, good question.
they havent scheduled my treatments yet. I go in tomorrow Tuesday for surgery for my abdominal hernia and also to insert a feeding tube into my small intestines.
they will probably start chemo and radiation ina couple of weeks???
yea, probably wrap it all up in mid June, i hope!

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

goin_south says on Apr 14, 2008, 22:34:

U .........
didn't...........
even...................
mention......................
that video.......................

;-((((

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

scotty says on Apr 14, 2008, 22:36:

Pod , man im glad your mom is doing better, that is great news.
yes i have heard the same from others that you cant taste food, you experience nausea, hair loss.
i am not looking forward to this stuff, but again its one day at a time.
thanks Pod! i will keep you guys posted.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

scotty says on Apr 14, 2008, 22:38:

funny GS!

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

scotty says on Apr 26, 2008, 11:47:

nice video GS

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

scotty says on Apr 26, 2008, 12:07:

ok, i am finally back, weak and tired but never the less back at home sitting in my chair at my computer...whew...what a week of hell it has been.
lets see last we talked i was about to get surgery to install a feeding tube device and get my hernia repaired..right? then all hell broke loose and i havent been around for about 10 or 12 days.

ok, got the surgery and had a feeding tube put into my intestines and had a abs hernia fixed. went home and the next day i was back in the ER because i couldnt urinate, they installed a catheter and sent me home again.

the next day i had an appointemt to tour the cancer clinic while there i got sick and couldnt even walk, they took me back to the ER by abulance, after several terrible hours in the ER i was pronounced with staff infection and admitted to the hospital.

i spent 7 days in a room being feed through a tube and recieving anti biotics, last Tuesday night they sent me home even though the infection is still there they sent me packing. home.

they brought me home in the middle of the night and dummped me into a chair, hooked up my feeding tube to a liquid pump and they all left. i thought they had brought me home to die.

i have been home not more than 2 days when my feeding tube clogged up and once again i was taken to the ER where they unplugged the tube and sent me home.

the last few days have been hecctic and hard on me, i am weak and very tired, and trying to take care of myself as i live alone and there is no one to help me with everyday living .

the feeding continues 24/7 even while i sleep.

i have received many many emails and calls from friends and PBH memebers and other chat site members. I want to thank you all for your emails and encouragement.

If anyone has any questions, comments, suggestions please feel free to post them and i will respond.

thank you all and i ask that you continue to pray for me and support me in these tough times in my life.

thanks,
Scotty

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

webmanco says on Apr 26, 2008, 12:22:

I am glad to read that you are back home, and doing fine. It was funny that you went and visit some colombians at the zoo. :-), so you are a living proof that Colombians over there are different than Colombians here.

Keep it up.

But, I'm going to start making some assumptions here.... Which means I might actually end up making an ass out of myself ..........Thu 04 17, 2008 11:34 am

podborski says on Apr 26, 2008, 12:26:

hey Scotty, sounds like if you had any luck at all right now it would be bad.

If I could get away from BsAs right now I'd come visit you, but I'm stuck here for the time being.

Sounds to me like you could sure use some home care. Does the hospital not provide anything like that? Even a visit for a few hours a day would help. My mom had that service while she was recovering from surgery.

If not, guess you are just stuck with us PBHrs. I haven't had time to be on here much lately, but I'll try to come by more often to see your updates.

I guess your immune system is weak right now (from the chemo?). probably best if you do stay home and just try to rest, recover, build up strength.

I'm really sorry to hear you are having a tought time of it. But I also have faith that you are going to stick it out and beat this thing. We can't be with you physically but we are all thinking about you.

My mom is recovering now, after she went through some really rough times. But she told me recently that she feels 100% better now, she just tires easily. She still gets radiation every day (about 4 weeks left of that). But so far there are no serious side effects.

Well, really hope you get better soon, keep us updated.

Take care.

Portena says on Apr 26, 2008, 13:01:

What an ordeal, Scotty! It says a lot about your tenacity that you are up and about and able to send us an update!

It does sound like you could use some home health care, but given some of the gaps in the US healthcare system maybe that's not available to you. Cat Girl, at least, seems to know what kinds of options might be available.

I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers!

I feel better! I can smile at it now, I feel better. Ohhhh, better! Gnarls Barkley

aztec says on Apr 26, 2008, 13:11:

It seems incredible you are having to endure this alone and without any help! The task ahead is difficult enough and almost impossible for a human to handle.

Surely there must be family close or maybe some friends who would stay with you. A local church or other community group might be helpful if they only knew of your plight.

Frank Rizzo says on Apr 26, 2008, 13:15:

Hi Scotty, i apologize that it took me so long to find your thread and comment. The power of prayer, positive mental attitude and concentrated power of will, can not be under estimated.

I truly believe in all of the above and offer you my prayer and thoughts.

God bless.

darkangel305 says on Apr 26, 2008, 13:40:

be strong!!
i like your atitude
and i will pray for you

MaFe says on Apr 26, 2008, 14:37:

Scotty, stay strong and keep fighting. I don't know much about you, but I can see you are a fighter!
I am praying for you everyday, and have asked my parents to request prayer in their church for you.

"No comment" is a splendid expression. I am using it again and again." -Winston Churchill

CatGirl says on Apr 26, 2008, 18:07:

Sweetie - you need to ask your Physician to write you an order for Home Health Nursing. Many of those things you described could have been taken care of at home instead of going back to the hospital. You want to minimize as much time as possible in the hospital....too many nasty microbial bugs that can kill ya. I am sure you are eligible for this Amor

ooops! ....Did I say that?

scotty says on Apr 26, 2008, 20:01:

Hi all, thank you for reading my update, and thanks for the support and suggestions.
i will try to answer all questions.

1. web, yeah what a trip im in the phoenix zoo and come walking into colombia.
2. yeah pod, its been a very difficult past three weeks. I was told i would have home care and home care never arrived. i have been alone doing it all myself.I have a weak immune from all the anti biotics.if you can ever get away, you are absolutely welcome to visit me anytime.
3.thanks portena
4.aztec i have had a terrible time, i am alone. i have few friends in this area and my sister who lives here rarley comes by. im on my own
5.Frank i pray regularly and two ladies came by today and prayed for me. please pray for me.
6. catgirl- my doctor and the social worker at the hospital said i would have a helper, no one ever showed up, and i cant reach my doctor. im stuck here alone.
7. thanks every one

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

slguy says on Apr 26, 2008, 21:21:

scotty, all of us have telephones, creo. need me, or one of us to battle the bureacracy long distance? i love cutting stupidassed red tape - especially in health care issues for friends!

just run up the skull/crossbones, and i'm burning up phone lines for ya!

Before you throw me out, make sure I pay my bar tab

christobeldawg says on Apr 26, 2008, 22:06:

What stood out to me was that you are there alone. I wish somebody who cares about you were there with you. You are a fighter. Hang in there friend.

admittedly, arriving can feel great too

podborski says on Apr 26, 2008, 22:07:

hiya scotty. well it's late here, and I'm on the night shift, about to crash in one of the chairs at reception I think...I'm on my own as well, (but sure as hell not going through what you are).

I look out my window and I see people who have to sleep in the park. Sometimes when I walk by them I notice them glare at me, they mumble something, not friendly, and I understand why they feel that way. Life isn't very fair.

But life is also damn interesting, worth fighting for.

How are you spending your time? Are you able to watch some movies? Any good ones I should see?

Well, I better get some sleep while I can. Hope you can give us another update tomorow. Hang in there, things will turn around for you soon.

goin_south says on Apr 26, 2008, 22:09:

...and, I'm counting my blessings, as I read this.
Give it hell, scotty!
Hey, scotty... go read that post that I wrote in, that kat1 wrote to see what's happening with the new colombians in my home/family. It's alllll ... goood....will give you something to smile about.

Let me count again.

ciao, scotty. I'm looking for you number...

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

Alma del Norte says on Apr 26, 2008, 23:16:

Wondered where you where Scotty...

The last response I got from you was; "don't let the door catch your ass on the way out" ! jaja!
A couple of your friends on here mentioned your troubles to me, so you are clearly in many people's thoughts. Keep your chin up, keep on fightin'. All the best.

Mick

scotty says on Apr 26, 2008, 23:24:

hi ya guys G_S, pod, dawg, slguy, mafe and everyone else. im just hanging in there doing it one day at a time. trying to stay alive and get some radiation started so i can live.

i want to also take this time to say to all that i may have offended or hurt at anytime in the past i appologize, and any who ever hurt me in anyway i forgive you.

i just want to live and be friends with all peoples.

you all take care and again feel free to post and i will respond or you can also email me any time.

Scotty (john)

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

MaFe says on Apr 26, 2008, 23:39:

Scotty, please don't be sad...I know this is very hard...but you have to stay postive...

It is so noble of you to apologize to anyone you might have offended...please don't feel bad. You seem like such a good guy....stay strong chiquito.....

I told you that I asked my mom to pray for you with her church, at least I can have them pray for John...not Scotty...

"No comment" is a splendid expression. I am using it again and again." -Winston Churchill

CatGirl says on Apr 26, 2008, 23:49:

John

You Never Offended me. I enjoyed our political bantor...keep it up and please get home health

ooops! ....Did I say that?

scotty says on Apr 27, 2008, 02:46:

thanks MaFe and Catgirl and everyone. I just wanted everyone to know that i do have a bad habit about becoming to passionate about my politics sometimes and come across pushy and i do not mean to be like that. its funny right now in my life the things that i considered important all of the sudden do not seem important at all. who would have ever thought?

MaFe im trying not to be sad, i try to convince myself everyday to be positive and cheer up, just hard to do when a tube is coming out of your abs and it is your source of life. just three weeks ago i was woffing down all the good foods like spagetti or a fresh salad or a taco or whatever now i live on canned liquid formula. yuk!
Ma Fe thanks for the prayers, greatly appreciated!

and yes anyone who is offering prayers please make them to John in Arizona. infact if you folks would rather call me John than Scotty please be my guest after all it is my real name.

Catgirl you are fun to debate, you make your points without anger or name calling that classy.

anymore questions or advice im here to respond

thanks all, john

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

scotty says on Apr 27, 2008, 05:59:

well of all times for this to happen. the compressor in my fridge went out...geez. but i have bigger problems i am experiencing bloating in my tummy area, not good.
i havent slept all night its now 6AM, i have got to get a little rest.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

kalder says on Apr 27, 2008, 06:21:

Take care John.

"kalder- have you ever had a woman?"--Sam Salmon

webmanco says on Apr 27, 2008, 06:23:

John sleep some and comeback to this corner in PBH. You are right about La Gata.

But, I'm going to start making some assumptions here.... Which means I might actually end up making an ass out of myself ..........Thu 04 17, 2008 11:34 am

podborski says on Apr 27, 2008, 07:05:

John you don't have to apologize to anyone (I don't think?) jaja, I have been a lot more obnoxious to some people than you ever were.

Better to be passionate about things anyway, IMHO. I don't know if I trust anyone who is calm and rational ALL the time...

It's so true though, isn't it, that when times get tough, it puts things into perspective.

I can recall several times when I thought things were difficult, because of some minor annoyance, and then I would hear from a friend in colombia that their brother/cousin/close friend had been murdered/robbed or something like that, and I realized just how trivial my own problems were.

I have to run, but I'll find time to email you a little later today, take care.

MaFe says on Apr 27, 2008, 08:50:

podborski says on Sunday April 27th, 2008 7:05:

Better to be passionate about things anyway, IMHO. I don't know if I trust anyone who is calm and rational ALL the time...

Good words to live by!

scotty says on Sunday April 27th, 2008 5:59:

well of all times for this to happen. the compressor in my fridge went out...geez. but i have bigger problems i am experiencing bloating in my tummy area, not good.
i havent slept all night its now 6AM, i have got to get a little rest.

I recently went through a period where everything in my life crumbled before my eyes...NOTHING like what you are experiencing now..
I remember just when I thought I couldn't handle another obstacle my mother said to me; "Even though life appears to be at the edge, beyond difficult- you have to stay strong because after all the ugliness you experienced- you will be showered with endless blessings, and happiness, life will get more beautiful as the days go by."

I didn't translate it word for word, sounded a lot prettier and soothing coming out of my mother's lips.

The point is have faith, because sometimes good people go through ugliness and when it's over you will live on with beauty in your life, happiness, and more blessings!

"No comment" is a splendid expression. I am using it again and again." -Winston Churchill

CatGirl says on Apr 27, 2008, 10:06:

John, just know we have been thinking about you since you took your break and the wealthy hearted GS has made multiple positive references towards support of your recovery throughout PBH in his comments (he is a good guy).

So...we are here for you ;)

ooops! ....Did I say that?

scotty says on Apr 27, 2008, 12:33:

that duck is a-ok dude!

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

scotty says on Apr 27, 2008, 21:43:

thanks everyone - catgirl, mafe, podborski, kalder, web, alma, G_S, slguy,Frank, dark, dawg, man and all the rest of you.

i think G_S sent me a PM earlier today but i wasnt sure, i was so wasted on these meds they have me on i dont even recall if i answered him or not? G_S if that was you send me another PM.

all right you guys and gals im gonna make an effort to get some sleep tonight last night i only got 3 hours.

talk to ya all later,
Scotty (john)

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

scotty says on Apr 27, 2008, 21:53:

slguy, please by all means if you have any ideas, any connections, and thing you can offer to get this process moving to help me, please by all means do it, you have my gratitude. do you want to Pm me with what you have in mind?

thanks
Scotty ( john)

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

podborski says on Apr 27, 2008, 21:55:

night John, hope you get some rest tonight.

houstongal says on Apr 27, 2008, 21:59:

John - May you have a good night's sleep and a beautiful morning (with a PM from slguy offering his assistance to making this nightmare end!). Sweet dreams!

slguy says on Apr 28, 2008, 06:31:

somebody help me out, please? i couldn't find the post w/ scotty's email, and pbh PM has sent me two dubious messages in 6 days. don't wanna add solving a computer virus to scotty's "to do" list ;) - but i do wanna contact him today...

Before you throw me out, make sure I pay my bar tab

CatGirl says on Apr 28, 2008, 10:15:

I completely understand after what happened to me!
I tried looking twice for you but could not find the email address...I'm sorry. ;(

ooops! ....Did I say that?

slguy says on Apr 28, 2008, 12:33:

the dawg came thru....and i've been working phones. thanks, all!

Before you throw me out, make sure I pay my bar tab

scotty says on Apr 28, 2008, 15:06:

up in the sky...its a bird!...its a plane!...its slguy!

well everyone, as you know when i left the hospital i was told that organizations would be contacting me the very next day to set up home care services. well no one ever called or came by and here i sat trying to care for myself.

then out of nowhere comes slguy, he gets on the phones and all the sudden organizations are calling me and appologizing and setting up appointments to interview me. nothiong will really happen probably until next week, but now at least they know im here and they are calling and interviewing and filling out the forms.

thanks everyone and special thanks to slguy for the phone work.

take care all,
scotty

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

houstongal says on Apr 28, 2008, 15:11:

Slguy is a hero! Yippee! Glad to hear he was able to help you John! Hope they get some help to your home soon! But at least there's hope.

slguy says on Apr 28, 2008, 15:51:

hell, it was a few calls.....i've worked harder before for a LOT less.

you know where to find me, amigo. and i'll be checking up on you.

Before you throw me out, make sure I pay my bar tab

houstongal says on Apr 28, 2008, 16:07:

slguy - you must have a gruff pirate voice that scares the dickens out of these people! good job!

slguy says on Apr 28, 2008, 16:21:

nah, hg. i've got the semi-southern, dumb bunnie twang goin' on.

honestly? it was a privilege, in several ways besides the obvious one. w/ only one exception, all 8-10 people i spoke with, after i explained the goal, really WANTED to help.

refreshing, ya know? :-)

Before you throw me out, make sure I pay my bar tab

slguy says on Apr 28, 2008, 16:26:

even the insurance companies' CSRs! amazing, no? ;)

Before you throw me out, make sure I pay my bar tab

houstongal says on Apr 28, 2008, 16:36:

I think the fact that a friend would make the call goes a long way as well. Then they all want to get on the bandwagon to help out. Or maybe it was that empathic twang....;-)

The Wall Street Journal today had an interesting article today about non-profit hospitals demanding payment up front for certain customers. The article was specifically on Houston's renowned cancer hospital - M.D. Anderson. Very disappointing to read, especially knowing these are folks that are sick with cancer like Scotty.

There are actually people out there who will call on your behalf and work to get the amount lowered (and are paid a third of reduction).

CatGirl says on Apr 28, 2008, 16:37:

Slygy: You are a Hero ;)))

ooops! ....Did I say that?

scotty says on Apr 28, 2008, 17:37:

after i beat this thing im getting a cape for slguy to wear.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

slguy says on Apr 28, 2008, 17:46:

jjaajjaa....an aguila, served by one of those gals, will do nicely - at your party, of course.;)

Before you throw me out, make sure I pay my bar tab

scotty says on Apr 28, 2008, 18:15:

im going to beat this damn thing, im getting on a plane and i am going to drink beer with all you guys in Bogota or Cali or both.

you know i havent swallowed actual food in over 3 weeks now. i dreamed about food last night and woke up with a grawling feeling for a...get this.... whats the very first food i thought of when hunger hit??? any guesses?
a El Correl Cheeseburger, with fries and and a vanilla shake located at Chipi mall. when i get back to Colombia after i beat this monster i am heading straight for El Correl.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

slguy says on Apr 28, 2008, 18:18:

we'll meet you there!

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travelingirl says on Apr 28, 2008, 18:21:

Aw, you poor thing, dreaming about food! I hope things are getting better for you, Scotty.

Around her hair she wore a yellow ribbon...

goin_south says on Apr 28, 2008, 18:53:

I'm raising money for scotty... selling his telephone number to Caleñas...triple priced por las gringas....

Scotty,... whatcha think? Ads in el Tiempoooooo???

:-))

why can't the freakin Chung King Chinese just LEAVE THE FREAKN DOLLY LLAMA and Tibet ... ALONE!

christobeldawg says on Apr 28, 2008, 19:42:

That was really nice of you slguy. Scotty I am with you for the El Corral burgers.

admittedly, arriving can feel great too

scotty says on Apr 28, 2008, 19:56:

slguy kicks butt!
food ...the first week on this feeding tube i really didnt think about food at all..however the last 48 hours i am going crazy for food and all i kep seeing is the El Correl sign at Chipi mall in Cali.
G_S you wackey guy!
thanks dawg..im gonna beat this thing and im going to Colombia

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

houstongal says on Apr 28, 2008, 20:21:

And we'll all join you in Colombia John!

podborski says on Apr 28, 2008, 21:06:

Hey scotty! (I can't get used to John)

Glad to see you are getting some help (I have a really nice bottle of wine for slguy either here or on a nice boat somewhere...) and even more glad to hear you sound like your old fighting self again!

But i almost wished you hadn't mentioned el corral...damn I can't get a decent burger in this town nohow. I have to make my own..and I'm not much of a cook.

I have a confession, I actually like the corral burger with pineapple on it...

So that's what I'm going to have when we all meet.

And then we'll drink slguy's wine.

billyb says on Apr 28, 2008, 21:35:

Scotty, hurry up and get well, the wackos upstairs are starting to run wild :))

slguy says on Apr 28, 2008, 22:10:

"(I can't get used to John)"

prolly some of those folks thought i was a wingnut today, when i kept referring to "scotty, umm..john". jajaja

Before you throw me out, make sure I pay my bar tab

CatGirl says on Apr 28, 2008, 22:10:

John

Enjoy the Home Health Nurses ;)))

Maybe you will be able to make a request for specific nurses jeje....When I was a supervisor in HH - I tried to send nurses out that the customers asked for.

You like gals in uniform? Make sure their shift is about the time for your "sponge bath" ;))

ooops! ....Did I say that?