prayers needed

[mamasue]

Hi all,
Please pray for jduby .he goes in tomorrow for MRI.He hasnt been feeling good.Dont know what is wrong with him.will let you know when we find out.
mamasue

[TJ]

Prayers on the way.....

[Michael P.]

Good Luck, JDubya. Our thoughts are with you.

[R J]

Good Luck and hope the surgeon has a steady hand if ya need surgery..................

Heal fast and correctly.

Does this mean TNT get to play Nurse again?

:oops:

[Yogi]

:( Let us know how you make out Bro' We're with ya!

[Rocket]

Prayers sent. Hope everything checks out ok.

[BG]

Prayers for you guys as long as needed.
Keep us posted.

[Whiz]

May the Grace of God be with him and the family as he goes to the Doctor. My prayer is that the Lord will bless him and keep him and let this experience prove to be a growing point in all your lives! Blessings, Whiz

[REELAY]

PRAYERS on the WAY..................Will KEEP him and Vicki in Our Prayers...

[Mosa]

Thats not good... Prayers on way to ya JDubya and Vicki! Thanks for the heads up Mamasue!

Mosa

[TNT]

Thanks everyone, we surely appreciate the prayers and positive thoughts. He had a CT Scan yesterday that showed lesions on his brain. Doing the MRI late this afternoon. As soon as I know anything I'll let y'all know.

[PIBIT]

...Hoping for the best Jim...good luck!!
PIBIT

[BigJon]

Prayers on the way Vicki, let us know if there is anything we can do!!
Jon and LeAnn

[MOses]

yall are in our prayers and thoughts. Yall are all very good friends to everyone you meet. With as many friends and family members praying for Jim the heavens will be full.
Take care
Moses

[Maddog]

Prayers on the way, I hope its nothing serious and that he makes a speedy recovery.

Maddog

[laborman]

JDubya and Vicki - prayers are being sent for both of you. Will be thinking of you until we get the word back from Vicki...........Take care bro'

[Beast Master]

Best wishes, thoughts, and prayers for a positive outcome.

Keep the faith.

Jim

[Speedie Gonzales]

Hope all is well..Keep us posted..Prayers on the way.

Speedie & Rhonda

[solo1]

Hope everything is OK. Prayers for you and all the family.

Wayne

[TNT]

Well, it wasn't good news today. We go to a neurosurgeon tomorrow. He has a tumor. Thanks for all the prayers we sure can use them.

[hotglue]

Vickie... prayers and any thing else y'all need.
hg and FB

[Smilin Jack]

Vicki and Jim
I answered your e-mail... If I can help you know I'll be there in an instant.
Talking to Anita right now... were praying for Jim's healing.
Jack

[Earthdog]

Vicki,

Tell Jim Pam and I will have you two in our prayers. If you need anything please let us know.

[Crazy Al]

Hey V;
Give Jim my best.
I'm ten hours away if the need should arise for someone to feed/water the horses or anything else.

[TJ]

Prayers and anything you 2 need....

[TNT]

Thank you for your prayers. They are going to operate on Jim Monday morning. They are doubtful they can get it all so chemo and/or radiation will follow, I'm sure. Jim has a co-worker in Houston that just went through the same thing and he is back to work and getting along pretty good, so maybe Jim do as well as he did.

[PIBIT]

I don't know what to say, except hang in there...can't imagine how stressful this is for both of you...you both deserve the best outcome that is humanly and spiritually possible.
Steve

[REELAY]

Vicki......What time Monday Morning..............Joy and I will be PRAYING for Jim ...............and for the Doctors performing the procedure....

JIM............. KEEP the FAITH............ Buddy..................

Ray

[Yogi]

J & V, You're in our thoughts and prayers. Like PIBIT, I'm not sure what else to say but to keep the faith in times like these, He can work miracles.

If you two need anything, we're there. I have tons of vacation saved up so if you need anything taken care of at the house, or whatever, let us know. I'll be there.

[LaMonster]

Man I'm so sorry to hear this. I was talking with Brian the painter nad he filled me in a little. We will be praying for both of you. Let me know if you need anything at all.

[Dragbars]

Wow......talk about a bummer, strange how things can be fine one week and the next week all heck has broken loose. Key to it all is being completely informed, both good and bad, and trust in the Dr's and their support staff.......arm yourself with as much info as you can, ask enough questions to make the medical staff aware of the fact that both of you are on top of this and watching their every move, know what is going to happen before it happens, ask the what if's....knowledge is key.

On a personal note, Jim....hang tough, things like this tend to make one question the why with introspection into one's past and what the future holds. Be strong, be positive, have faith and have trust. Good luck my friend.

Vicki......dang, you have the hard job, being strong and dealing with everything can be overwellming. Staying informed is the key to you getting through this because it will be you that gives Jim the 'real' information, it will be you holding his hand, it will be you going back and forth to the hospital, it will be you getting to know the nurses and the aides on a first name basis, it will be you wondering what is in the I.V.'s and when the next dose of medicine is to be expected....you'll know the chart's, the cafeteria, the shift changes.....even the best parking spots. You'll cry alone and with others, you'll wonder what could have been done different and what you can do in the future. It's not easy, it's not fun...nobody can understand what the 2 of you are specifically going through......but have faith and trust that all of us are standing beside Jim and yourself, fingers crossed, prayers said, well wishes sent.

Prayers for the both of you.

Christian and Carmela

[TnIceman]

Jim and Vicki,
I hated to hear the news of what you guys are dealing with. Monica and I will both keep you in our prayers. I am glad that Dragbars called to let me know as I have not been on the board in forever.
I have learned from first hand experience that we are not given more then we can handle, it just causes us all to become stronger people to deal with the burdens that life throws at us.
You know you have a huge number of friends that will be praying for you and we all know that Prayers Work.

Jim, I look forward to seeing a post from you in the near future letting us all know you are on the mend.

Jeff and Monica

[Jack G]

Prayers from Benton, Arkansas.

[shftr]

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[TNT]

Thank you all again.

Christian, I know what you say is right, and I just pray that I can be strong enough to do everything that needs to be done.

The surgery is scheduled for 9AM.

[V-MAN]

V

Just heard the news and Kim and I are very sorry you and Jim are going through this. You both will be in our thoughts and prayers. Please keep us posted and if there is anything we can do ...

Don & Kim

PS

Stay strong and take care of yourself too.

[BigJon]

Thank you all again.

Christian, I know what you say is right, and I just pray that I can be strong enough to do everything that needs to be done.

The surgery is scheduled for 9AM.

Where are they doing the Surgery?
If there is anything you need, we aren't that far from you!!!

[Mosa]

Mom and Dad Mosa are prayin for ya too Jim...

Keep up good spirits Vicki!

Mosa

[TNT]

Thank you all again.

Christian, I know what you say is right, and I just pray that I can be strong enough to do everything that needs to be done.

The surgery is scheduled for 9AM.

Where are they doing the Surgery?
If there is anything you need, we aren't that far from you!!!

Erlanger downtown Chattanooga.

I'll let you know if I need anything. I need a nap at the moment.

[Cattman]

Jim and Vicki, prayers on the way. Praying for successful surgury this morning and fast and complete healing.

[TNT]

Jim is recovering from the surgery better than expected, but the surgery didn't go as well as the Dr. had hoped. The cancer is more widespread than they thought. They say Chemo & radiation may help slow it down. I don't know what else to say, except thanks for the prayers.

[LaMonster]

Jim is recovering from the surgery better than expected, but the surgery didn't go as well as the Dr. had hoped. The cancer is more widespread than they thought. They say Chemo & radiation may help slow it down. I don't know what else to say, except thanks for the prayers.

We will continue to pray. Call me if you want to talk.

[Mosa]

Will continue to pray for you and Jim.

Mosa

[shftr]

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[granpa in Cincy]

+1

[holmes]

Sorry to be late on this one but we have been out of town.

Stay strong y'all. We'll be praying for Jim. :(

[TJ]

continued prayers for you and Jim.....

[REELAY]

Jim is recovering from the surgery better than expected, but the surgery didn't go as well as the Dr. had hoped. The cancer is more widespread than they thought. They say Chemo & radiation may help slow it down. I don't know what else to say, except thanks for the prayers.

Vicki..........WE "ALL" will CONTINUE to KEEP Jim and You in OUR PRAYERS.

[Jack G]

Our prayers will continue, Vickie. You have a lot on your shoulders so don't forget to take care of yourself. Above all, don't give up on hope and God. We all know folks with cancer who have stretched their lives for years by following Dr's orders and letting God shoulder some of the worry.

[Yogi]

:( We'll continue to keep you both in our thoughts and prayers. I'll give you a call in a aday or so. I'm sure you need some rest. Tell Jim we're there for him!.

[PIBIT]

You are both in my thoughts...Jim is a tough nut and I would never doubt his strength to surprise anyone in any circumstance.
Hang in there.
Steve

[Smilin Jack]

Vicki and Jim,

Vicki, Hold the faith.... miracles still do happen... Anita's father a month and a half ago was told he had a very high probability of having lung cancer and afer the first biopsy they were still fairly convinced that he had lung cancer... They told him they had to remove a section of his lung for further evaluation...Even though the doctor felt certain he had cancer the results of the further test after surgury revealed an unknown mass that was neither cancer nor a malignant mass. What was it???????????????? They don't know...So he got a blessing of a life time at 77 years of age...It was not cancer so they sewed him up and sent him home.... :) :) :) minus a little of his lung.... and the doctor felt that only the power of prayer could have resulted a complete reversal of what they originally thought... but at least it won't kill him....Perhaps it was scarring from emphysema.... but they really do not know....

So don't give up no matter what the doctors say... If you want me to come up... you know I'll be there just call me and ask me.... Anita would come too if she did not have to work but for now I am off... and might come up anyway tomorrow......

Our prayers are with Jim and for your strength.. to believe that no matter how bad the doctors tell him it is... to believe that he has the ability to be healed totally....and put an end to this episode in your lives.

Jack and Anita.....

[TNT]

After what the Dr. today told me, I was at a loss............. Jim's ex-boss from Houston just called me again. He said he was given the same bleak news after his surgery back in April, but now his last MRI looked great. He is on a clinical trial they are doing at MD Anderson. He also told us MD Anderson is the only hospital in the nation doing nuetron (sp?) pinpoint radiaton, which has less side effects. They started doing it right after he had his radiation done there, so he had the regular radiation treatment. We may end up having our Dr. refer us to MD Anderson, or request a second opinion from a Dr. there. So I guess I do have some hope.

[BigJon]

After what the Dr. today told me, I was at a loss............. Jim's ex-boss from Houston just called me again. He said he was given the same bleak news after his surgery back in April, but now his last MRI looked great. He is on a clinical trial they are doing at MD Anderson. He also told us MD Anderson is the only hospital in the nation doing nuetron (sp?) pinpoint radiaton, which has less side effects. They started doing it right after he had his radiation done there, so he had the regular radiation treatment. We may end up having our Dr. refer us to MD Anderson, or request a second opinion from a Dr. there. So I guess I do have some hope.


We will all keep praying Vicki...
Look into UT here in Knoxville, they keep talking about all the break throughs they are making in Cancer research, and well it is a little closer to home.
Let us know if there is anything, and I mean anything you need!!!!

[Smilin Jack]

Vicki,

that is encouraging news.... Houston is suppose to be real good.

JACK & ANITA

[Willard]

Vicki and Jdubya, after reading these post i must say that even though it may look bleek, i have a father who can heal all matter of disease. God said if you have the faith the size of a mustard seed you can move mountains. My 25 yr. old daughter was diagnoised with cancer 3 yrs. ago, just around Christmas time. through PRAYER me and all my CMA prayer worriors she is now cancer free. I believe that GOD the FATHER can do all things, uncluding curing him of cancer and giving you both peace. I would love for you all on this board to be in agreement with me and ask GOD to lift him up and show the world through healing that HE is the GOD of all that seek his face. Do not loose your faith in HIM for he can work it out. Right now i am in prayer for both of you and all that is conerned. When all else fails "STAND STILL AND KNOW THAT HE IS GOD" Be BLESSED my friends and watch GOD'S marvolus works.............

[holmes]

He is on a clinical trial they are doing at MD Anderson. We may end up having our Dr. refer us to MD Anderson, or request a second opinion from a Dr. there. So I guess I do have some hope.

MD Anderson in the medical center is an amazing place. I know it's hard to stay strong during times like this but take things one day at a time.

Chris & Laura

[TnIceman]

Our Prayers for you both will continue. Don't loose the Faith. We all have seen the amazing healing power of Prayer.
Monica and I are both available anytime you need to talk or for anything else you need. Please keep us updated when you have time.
Vicki, it will be hard with all you have on you, but take care of yourself and get as much rest as you can. Jim will draw from your strengh.

[Whiz]

Vicki, Romans 8:28 Tells us that all things work together for good for those who love God. I have keep you and Jim in my thoughts and prayers since I heard about the problems and read Jim's last post. We just don't have answers to all the questions and problems that come into our lives, but we can have assurance of the ultimate outcome and Kingdom that we will be a part of when we turn it over to our Lord. Call me if you need to talk, I really enjoy you both so much, blessings, Whiz

Work Ph: 703-692-9377
Cell: 703-839-0267

[REDVALK]

Jim's tough....and miracles STILL do happen. Keep us posted on his progress.

I've known quite a few folks who have kicked cancer's a$$. My money is on Jim........

[R J]

Vicki, do what ya has to do BUT, make sure you get sufficient rest.

If need be, several of us can come down and help with the animals.....

I'm like 10 to 12 hours away, but I be there in a minute if you ask......

Prayers, thoughts and God's blessings are on there way to you both as we speak..........

Call me if you want to talk also:

Home: 515-287-1377
Cell: 515-491-6244

[V-MAN]

Vicki -

Sorry Jim's surgery was not as successful as we all had hoped/prayed it would be. We've all been through trying times were it would be nice to have an "easy button". You guys hang in there and be strong, you have a lot of people praying and pulling for you both.

Don & Kim

[Crazy Al]

V....
Google 'gamma knife' surgery which is what you are referring to. I believe there is a big center in Cinncinatti doing this. There are only about twenty hospitals doing this although it has been done in Europe for decades. It was succesful for Karen, the doctors just never were able to track down the main source until it was too late. This is indeed another way to go then conventional chemo/rad - read up on it and don't forget, I'm serious about my offer; I can take care of stuff and stay out of the way if you need help.

[TNT]

Finally got some news about Jim's possible treatment. We have an appointment for a consultation at MD Anderson in Houston for Oct. 20. We go to the docs in Chattanooga Oct. 17th. If our docs here are able to consult with the doc at MD Anderson via the phone, we may not have to travel down there for the consultation........we won't know that till the 17th. So, as of now we're planning on being in Houston on the 19th.

[BG]

continued prayers you and Jim.

Dealing with Jim's issues is hard enough but adding all the other stuff, like, when do I go to Houston, do I go to Houston, will they have the conference call, do I make plans for here or do I make plans for there and on and on and on.
Just take it a day at a time and sometimes just an hour or minute at a time.
Please know we're here for you guys.

[Mosa]

HANG TOUGH VICKI AND JDUBYA!

If ya need anything, please call!!!

Mosa

[TNT]

I took Jim to the emergency room this afternoon. He was having trouble walking. They did a CT scan and said he has swelling on his brain and kept him in the hospital to give him meds IV to take it down. I'll know more tomorrow morning.

[shftr]

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[holmes]

I have no idea what to say other than we're thinking and paying for you both. Stay strong Vicki.

Chris & Laura

[Beast Master]

Best wishes for a positve outcome.

Take care and keep the faith.

Jim