Shitty June

[seaboy4hire]

I haven't posted in a week or two because this month has been especially hard for me. You see, 15 years ago this month I found out I was hiv positive. Although I have learned to deal with it some days are still hard. It's hard sometimes still seeing and experiencing the ignorance that is still out there in the so called community, even with the many medical breakthroughs the last five and ten years. Also this month I was informed that I have a form of lymphoma cancer. I went to bed looking like my sexy self and the next morning found a lump the size of a ping pong ball on my neck. It has now started to move down my neck and looks like it might be moving towards the front of my neck. My primary Dr gave me the general run down of what the treatment might be from my cancer Dr. I'm trying to remain positive despite looking like there is some mutant alien growing on my neck. The primary said that theres a 70% chance of survival and that is what I am trying to remind myself of when on the inside I feel like I am about to have a mini melt down. For now that is working but I am not sure how long that will last. I have some good folk who have been very supportive (including some here on the board) during the last few months. The day job has told me that they'll be flexible with my Dr appointments and told me if I need time off to rest because treatment is hard on me not to worry, I will have a job. And my Bosnian mama aka my boss has been on me like white on rice making sure I am alright. So, if y'all don't see me on the board that often this is why. Remember, appreciate everything you have friend and family wise and appreciate all the good things that happen cause one day it all can be taken away with a blink of an eye.

Hugs,

Greg

P.S. I meet with the cancer Dr on Wed to get the full lowdown

 

#fuckcancer

[Guy Fawkes]

Just check in every now and then and let us know how you're doing. We're all rooting for you. Get better soon!

[+ deej]

A big kiss and a bear hug to you Greg! I'll never qualify as a bear, but I'll still offer a big hug and a kiss. (and of course a hug is just an excuse to feel you up and some days that's just what a guy needs!)

 

We're here for you babe.

[OneFinger]

Hoping for the best in this situation. Please keep us updated.

[+ bigjoey]

Good luck with your cancer. Big hug to you.

[BabyBoomer]

Stay strong. You can beat this. We're all rooting for you.

 

~Boomer ~

[+ glennnn]

You are in my heart and thoughts. You have been so strong for so long. I know you can stay strong and beat this. Sending love.

[TruthBTold]

We're all rooting for you. Keep up a positive attitude. Things are pointing in the right direction. Obviously, if you need any at all just ask. Also, as they said, fill us in occasionally otherwise we'll just bug you over and over again.

[rvwnsd]

Positive thoughts and a cyber-hug going out your way. Get better soon and keep us posted!

[+ honcho]

I'll definitely keep you in my thoughts and wishes for a swift entry into that 70% ....

 

Hugs,

 

Honcho (a.k.a another Keith).

[mike carey]

Big hugs Greg, in this difficult time. Stay in good spirits.

[+ Keith30309]

Sending you a basket of hugs, Greg, with a jar of kisses. I'm thinking about you and wishing you a speedy recovery. As much as possible please stay present here and keep us posted on how things are going.

[craigville beach]

Good luck on Wednesday.

[LADoug1]

This post is about you but I wanted to let you know that I too was just last month diagnosed with lymphoma. I'll have to have chemotherapy and then a stem cell transplant. Even then my chances are iffy. PM me to discuss further if you want.

 

My thoughts are with you. You are not alone!

[craigville beach]

This post is about you but I wanted to let you know that I too was just last month also diagnosed with lymphoma. I'll have to have chemotherapy and then a stem cell transplant. Even the my chances are iffy. PM me to discuss further if you want.

 

My thoughts are with you. You are not alone!

 

and our thoughts are also with you.

[+ WmClarke]

Hugs, cuddling, and ice cream, my friend! I will see you soon.

[liubit]

@seaboy4hire Cuídate mucho, papito. You are a great person.

[+ Gar1eth]

I haven't posted in a week or two because this month has been especially hard for me. You see, 15 years ago this month I found out I was hiv positive. Although I have learned to deal with it some days are still hard. It's hard sometimes still seeing and experiencing the ignorance that is still out there in the so called community, even with the many medical breakthroughs the last five and ten years. Also this month I was informed that I have a form of lymphoma cancer. I went to bed looking like my sexy self and the next morning found a lump the size of a ping pong ball on my neck. It has now started to move down my neck and looks like it might be moving towards the front of my neck. My primary Dr gave me the general run down of what the treatment might be from my cancer Dr. I'm trying to remain positive despite looking like there is some mutant alien growing on my neck. The primary said that theres a 70% chance of survival and that is what I am trying to remind myself of when on the inside I feel like I am about to have a mini melt down. For now that is working but I am not sure how long that will last. I have some good folk who have been very supportive (including some here on the board) during the last few months. The day job has told me that they'll be flexible with my Dr appointments and told me if I need time off to rest because treatment is hard on me not to worry, I will have a job. And my Bosnian mama aka my boss has been on me like white on rice making sure I am alright. So, if y'all don't see me on the board that often this is why. Remember, appreciate everything you have friend and family wise and appreciate all the good things that happen cause one day it all can be taken away with a blink of an eye.

Hugs,

Greg

P.S. I meet with the cancer Dr on Wed to get the full lowdown

 

#fuckcancer

 

This post is about you but I wanted to let you know that I too was just last month diagnosed with lymphoma. I'll have to have chemotherapy and then a stem cell transplant. Even the my chances are iffy. PM me to discuss further if you want.

 

My thoughts are with you. You are not alone!

 

Both of you are in my thoughts.

 

Gman

[mattr]

A close friend was also diagnosed with Lymphoma 2 months ago and she is undergoing treatment now with a positive prognosis. A Cancer diagnosis is no longer always a death sentence and 70% chance of beating it says that the odds are in your favor. I have so many friends who have had cancer and beaten it I can't even count them all and I look forward to adding you to that list. Every day they have new treatments that are beating this horrible disease. It sounds like you have a great support system at work which is critical. Stay strong and make sure you follow doctors orders.

[+ honcho]

This post is about you but I wanted to let you know that I too was just last month diagnosed with lymphoma. I'll have to have chemotherapy and then a stem cell transplant. Even the my chances are iffy.

 

I'll definitely keep LADoug1 in my thoughts and well wishes also; I am so sorry to learn of this.

[mattr]

This post is about you but I wanted to let you know that I too was just last month diagnosed with lymphoma. I'll have to have chemotherapy and then a stem cell transplant. Even the my chances are iffy. PM me to discuss further if you want.

 

My thoughts are with you. You are not alone!

 

Sorry to hear that you are going through this but as I said to Greg, they are doing amazing new things everyday. Stem Cell transplants were a dream only a few years ago and now they are an effective treatment. Keep us posted on your progress so we can celebrate when you go into remission and when are finally deemed cancer free!

[BaronArtz]

Cancer is a bitch! Thinking of you, Greg and LADoug ... best wishes.

[Rudynate]

I will be thinking about you both. Try to take things a day at a time.

[Racketjock]

Sorry to hear of this, Greg. You are a sweet man and am thinking of you. Glad to see you are in fighting form, reaching out, and taking steps for self care. Hugs to you.

[Reluctant Daddy]

Seaboy and LADoug, positive and healing thoughts and energy your way. Stay strong guys!