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#1326701 - 01/19/10 07:45 PM Prayers for friend
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On Friday, a good friend of ours was diagnosed with colon cancer. The first test (that confirmed the cancer) shows multiple masses. He has an appt for a CT scan Friday to determine if the cancer has spread and then an appt with a surgeon on Monday. He is one of the most joyful, nutty, and compassionate people I know and none of us are ready to give up. We know that God can heal him perfectly, but if He chooses not to, we desire prayers for wisdom in all decisions and guidance for the doctors. His sweet wife is one of the people who encouraged me to go back to school and finish my degree....even when it got hard. Please pray for them and for their family. Thank you in advance!
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#1326708 - 01/19/10 07:50 PM Re: Prayers for friend East Texas
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ET - You will all be in my prayers.
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#1326752 - 01/19/10 08:28 PM Re: Prayers for friend Snow Bunny
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East Texas, I'm praying that God will give the doctors the wisdom to provide the appropriate treatment and heal your friend. May God heal mind, body, and soul and give your friend and his family the strength they need to get thru this and the joy and peace of knowing they are in God's hand.
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#1326817 - 01/19/10 09:31 PM Re: Prayers for friend waldensouth
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Oh no! frown Good thoughts and healthy vibes going your friend's way.
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#1326881 - 01/19/10 10:40 PM Re: Prayers for friend Aggs
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Lifting your friend and all who love him up in prayer.
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#1326938 - 01/20/10 01:43 AM Re: Prayers for friend BurntSienna
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Sending prayers from LA, ET.
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#1327039 - 01/20/10 02:29 PM Re: Prayers for friend Tigg
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He is in my thoughts, too. frown
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#1327054 - 01/20/10 02:38 PM Re: Prayers for friend Retired DQ
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Prayers to your friend and family from Ohio.

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#1327079 - 01/20/10 03:07 PM Re: Prayers for friend pjs
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Your friend and his family are in my prayers.
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#1327103 - 01/20/10 03:29 PM Re: Prayers for friend Bones
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Thank you all! Lynn, his wife, said that you don't know how strong you are until the only choice is to be strong. Thank the Lord we don't have to rest in our own strength.
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#1327234 - 01/20/10 04:35 PM Re: Prayers for friend East Texas
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Prayers for your friend and his family.
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#1327284 - 01/20/10 05:00 PM Re: Prayers for friend corkygirl
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Prayers from a colon cancer survivor that your friend can beat this.

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#1327355 - 01/20/10 05:39 PM Re: Prayers for friend hmdagal
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ET, you got prayers from Central Texas.

BTW, is your first name Pam? jus wonderin
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#1327492 - 01/20/10 07:45 PM Re: Prayers for friend Quadspapa
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Thanks, Waco....my name is actually Keri
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#1332338 - 01/27/10 08:52 PM Re: Prayers for friend East Texas
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We got some good news from the oncologist yesterday. The cancer has not metastisized and is contained within the colon. The doctor won't say if it is Stage I, II, or III, but he said it is NOT Stage IV! Biopsies done at the time of surgery will reveal the stage of advancement and whether or not chemo will be needed. We are greatly encouraged by this report since earlier indications seemed to be preparing him for treatment at Stage IV. Thanks for your prayers and please continue them.
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#1332545 - 01/28/10 12:06 AM Re: Prayers for friend East Texas
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Woo hoo!! Keepin' the prayers coming ET! smile
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#1332694 - 01/28/10 02:44 PM Re: Prayers for friend Tigg
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grin I love good news!
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#1343292 - 02/12/10 10:50 PM Re: Prayers for friend Mrs. Rizzo
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Ok, everyone...it's time for the Praise Train again!! Our friend's cancer surgery was done on Monday and went very well. The surgeon was able to reattach the end of the colon to the intestine so there was no need for a colostomy!! Then last night we got word that the pathology results came back and the cancer has not spread!!!! This means that other than more frequent screenings and follow-ups, there is no need for chemo....Thank you so much for your prayers and Praise God for Answered Prayers!! grin
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#1343294 - 02/12/10 10:55 PM Re: Prayers for friend East Texas
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That is wonderful news!!

My best friend has colon cancer that has spread to her lungs and there are two small spots on her liver. We just pray for the best with every scan. The past two have shown no growth. Please pray for her. She was only 34 when she was diagnosed.
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#1343296 - 02/12/10 10:57 PM Re: Prayers for friend Happy2BHere
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Definitely praying!
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