FYI

Hey folks,
Sorry I haven't been very active in the forum lately. I have been checking in a couple of times a day just to make sure you all are behaving. I thought I would let you all know what's been going on with my battle with this darn Cancer (It's been over ten months already since I was diagnosed}. I finished my last Folfox 4 (chemo) treatment 12 days ago. It really knocked me down Mentally and physcially. The Dr. said it might take me up to a year to recover and get back to normal. I saw the surgeon on Friday and besides some scar tissue she got rid of, she said everything looks good. I go in for more tests at the first of the year and if everything is 'Hunky Dory" as my Oncologist say's, I will have my final surgery for my reversal at the end of January or the first of Febuary. I'm looking really forward to getting out and enjoying the "great outdoors'. If your interested, here is a link to my blog my wife has been keeping updated so people can keep track of what's going on. Happy holidays to you all! http://home.comcast.net/~elundh/site/

I've been thinking about you, Erik. Hang in there. You're an inspiration to us all. Best wishes to you, your wife and family...

This all sounds very positive Erik and I'm looking foreward to crossing trails with you in the near future. Thanks for the update and have a great Christmas!

Hey that's great news Erik. I was just thinking of you the other day as I dropped my friend off at Precision. good luck in the new year as you get out more again!

Merry Christmas!

Thanks for the update Erik, and glad to hear that things are moving in the right direction with your treatment. Unfortunately, I know so many people that have had cancer (and I am sure many others are the same) it's just crazy to think about how many people are impacted by this disease today. I wish you all the best on getting back out to the trails real soon!

Hi Erik, we "moderators" are suffering similar ailments so I feel for ya my friend. I think what's been most frustrating is the length of my "recovery". It is still a work in progress and my surgery was back in July. My surgeon told me I'd be back to "normal" (whatever normal is eh.....??!!) in two months!!! HA!!!!

Hang in there my friend and know that we all are with you and support you in this journey!!!

So glad to hear the update from you, Eric. Sounds like it's about as good as could be expected lately and I send my continued well wishes your way. You too, Rick.

Rick,
We are members of the exclusive club " The Semi-Colons" Thanks everybody for your kind words. I might even get out and do a little shooting within the next couple of weeks.

Eric, That's great news! I hope and trust your recovery continues in the same positive manner.

Rick, As with Eric, likewise I wish you all the very best.

Warmest regards, Simon

Semi-Colons indeed!! Ya made me laugh my friend!!!

All the best luck in the new year. Look forward to seeing your stuff in 2008

Eric,
I am happy to hear your good news. Your story has really put things into perspective as far as I am concerned. My prayers continue to be with you and I hope that all continues to go well.
I am sure 08 will be a better one!
JG

Great to hear that things are progressing favorably. Keep up the good fight. I expect to see some new images from you in the near future.

Merry Christmas Eric! I'll pray for "Hunky Dory"... take care man.

Erik: Glad to learn the news is favorable. I wish you all the best.

Erik, thanks for posting the update. It's a tough go, this one... For you and Rick, recovery is long and hard and I applaud the both of you for your perseverence. The Semi-ColonsÐ that's a good one, Eric! Hope you both continue to make good progress toward wellness. Please know that both of you are in my thoughts. I really want to see you guys out and about and getting some of your great images posted again. Miss you both.
Warmest regards to you and your families.

I wish you the best of luck, Erik. We look forward to your return to your camera.

Thanks again everyone. I'm feeling better with each passing day. Through all of this, I've still been working 25-30 hours a week. Thats where ALL my energy has been going to.

Erik, I don't visit this forum much, but I'm glad to hear you've finished your treatments, and wish you a speedy recovery!

Sending healthy vibes and well wishes to Erick,Rick and everybody here at NPNPNW !!

Have a great Christmas, Erik!

That's a long road you've been on, Erik - thanks for always putting on such a brave face around here, too (including our offline exchanges). Also, thanks for posting occasional details of your journey. Though it might sound cliche, it's also true that you might well have saved somebody's life by putting your own experience out there. Good luck to you in the coming year!