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Prayers and thoughts needed!
Well guys I know I dont post much in here, but I read this bowhunting forum like it's the bible. I'm on it almost all day when I'm home, and fora change I need to talk about something.
My uncle, (67),a Vietnam Vet and the man who taught me and my father everything we know about hunting and basically anything outdoors, the man who gave me my first bow, and the man who has always been so strong and seemed invincible, took a turn for the worse tonight. In all of my life I've never seen the man have anything more than a cold. He has been battling cancer now for about two years and it seemed like he had it beat. It started out with a form of colon cancer and after a hard fight with that, he was finally starting to do better. Then they discovered that he had lung cancer as well. He fought and fought through Chemo and radiation, and the doctors thought he had made it through although he was down from 6'4" 230 lbsto about 150 lbs. He started getting sick here about a month ago after we had thought he had made it and was on the road to recovery- turned out he had pneumonia and the cause of it was that from the radiation a hole had formed in his esophagus and fluid was leaking down into his lungs. They performed a surgery about two weeks ago to try and patch it, but it didn't work, they would have to wait until he got stronger to try and do something else to fix it. In the mean time he has been hooked up to feeding tubes since he can't eat or drink anything. Well last week they took a blood test and found that the fluid that was leaking down into his lungs had cancerous cells in it as well. They had decided that when he got stronger they would hit him with the Chemotherapy again. Today my aunt called me and said that she took him to the hospital since he couldn't breathe; Turns out that the hole in his esophagus has gotten bigger. The doctors said that there is nothing they can do because he is too weak for them to perform another surgery to try and fix it. He told them he wanted to go home. They said that they are making him comfortable and are going to letit run it's course. Like I said, I know you don't know me and I don't post here much, but asically I'm just asking for you all to think about him and pray for him. I just don't understand, he seemed like Superman to me... I found some pictures and feel like posting them, don't know why.     |
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Englum, i wasn't planning on logging in tonight, just lurking. But when i read your post i had to log in and give you my condolences. I too lost a person that was like superman to me and its not easy. Hang in there man my thoughts and prayers are with ya and others will be too!The people on here are awsome people. This could be your first postand you would have thoughs in prayers. You don't know me either but if you feel like just venting a little shoot me a pm.
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Oh boy, where does one start? Thats a tough one to handle there Englum! You had me in tears just reading what you said and then seeing the pictures. I guess all I can say is be strong for the rest of the family, there going to need a good backbone to lean up against. Take damn good care of yourself also through all of this. My prayers and thoughts will be with you all! I'm so sorry to hear this!
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Englum,
I too know how it feels to lose your mentor, family member, and friend all at once. I lost my grandfather. But as you will find, every time in the woods, though at first hard, will be simply amazing. I had an expieriance this year, when I KNEW he was out there in god's woods with me. Thoughts, and Prayers are with you and your family at this time. Kyle |
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Thoughts and prayers for your uncle and family.
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That was a hard read, you deffinately will be in my prayers, I know ill probably facing this same situation one day, but right now i couldnt imagine loosing someone that close to me. Stay strong.
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thank you! we appreciate it so much! it really means alot to know that people care.
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ORIGINAL: englum_06 Well guys I know I dont post much in here, but I read this bowhunting forum like it's the bible. I'm on it almost all day when I'm home, and fora change I need to talk about something. My uncle, (67),a Vietnam Vet and the man who taught me and my father everything we know about hunting and basically anything outdoors, the man who gave me my first bow, and the man who has always been so strong and seemed invincible, took a turn for the worse tonight. In all of my life I've never seen the man have anything more than a cold. He has been battling cancer now for about two years and it seemed like he had it beat. It started out with a form of colon cancer and after a hard fight with that, he was finally starting to do better. Then they discovered that he had lung cancer as well. He fought and fought through Chemo and radiation, and the doctors thought he had made it through although he was down from 6'4" 230 lbsto about 150 lbs. He started getting sick here about a month ago after we had thought he had made it and was on the road to recovery- turned out he had pneumonia and the cause of it was that from the radiation a hole had formed in his esophagus and fluid was leaking down into his lungs. They performed a surgery about two weeks ago to try and patch it, but it didn't work, they would have to wait until he got stronger to try and do something else to fix it. In the mean time he has been hooked up to feeding tubes since he can't eat or drink anything. Well last week they took a blood test and found that the fluid that was leaking down into his lungs had cancerous cells in it as well. They had decided that when he got stronger they would hit him with the Chemotherapy again. Today my aunt called me and said that she took him to the hospital since he couldn't breathe; Turns out that the hole in his esophagus has gotten bigger. The doctors said that there is nothing they can do because he is too weak for them to perform another surgery to try and fix it. He told them he wanted to go home. They said that they are making him comfortable and are going to letit run it's course. Like I said, I know you don't know me and I don't post here much, but asically I'm just asking for you all to think about him and pray for him. I just don't understand, he seemed like Superman to me... I found some pictures and feel like posting them, don't know why. |
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Oh man........
englum 06, Unfortunately, I and others here know all to well what you are going through. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. Be strong for your family and we all will be here if you need an ear to bend. God Bless. |
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Prayers sent.
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Prayers sentfor you and your family.
I'm sure you will carry on his legacy & memory. He gave you so much. The greatest thing you can do to honor him is to pass that on, just as you have for us. We all need someone in our lives like your Uncle. Thanks for sharing him with us. |
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After all of the support I have received from this forum in the past year, I am more than happy to return the favor whenever someone asks.. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Whatever happens, just remember that your uncle would want you to carry on and teach the hunting life to the next generation.
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Thoughts and prayers sent to you and your family!! He looked to be a great man and had a love for the outdoors!! Hang in there!! Walt
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Thoughts and prayers with you for your uncle!
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Thats a hard one to handel. Thoughts and Prayers sent.
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thank you all so much...it truly means alot to hear your support
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Having lost my dad exactly one month ago today, I am well aware of your pain. I do not have the answers to deal with the pain. I try and stay focused on the good times we had and take comfort in them. May The Lord walk with you in the weeks to come. I am praying for you.
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Prayers sent.
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First off let me say i am sorry. I lost my great uncle that i loved very much but it finally got to the point that i feel he was in so much pain that it was only my selfish reasons i did not want to lose him he was finally without pain and was home in his final resting place and ihavea feeling of ease knowing that he is there with me now everytime i am in the woods that is my place i go to clear my head if it needs with all of gods creations. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY [/align] |
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Sorry to hear.
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Be strong. Cancer is a horrible thing
God blessed you with a wonderful man; Ican see your love and admiration for him through your writing. Very inspiring and moving pictures of him. |
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that was a pretty tough to read. a real tear jerker. i dread the day that happens to me. my prayers have sent and il continue to send them.
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Prayers and thought sent.
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! Theres alot better place waiting on us just remain strong during this difficult time.
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Englum ... my prayers are with your Uncle and all of you that love hime ..... God Bless
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Sorry for your pain friend. I assure you, if our Christ calls your uncle home the instant he takes his last breath he will be celebrating on streets of gold. No more pain, sorrow, or suffering. I pray for Gods grace to comfort all of you. Chris
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Prayers sent in these trying times. Englum may the good Lords will be done.
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Prayers sent, hope all works our for the best!
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