Well, dang...the cancer's back...

[XJ.]

Thanks for posting TQ (and Mrs. TQ) !

I hope the rad therapy goes well and you have as much quality time as possible to spend with Bev, your friends and family (that means the furkids too!). I'll keep praying for a miracle till the Father speaks His final word (I just don't know how to give up).

Thanks for your friendship TQ! We all love you too!

[Sir Skully]

Good to hear from ya ***TQ*** Yeah, I sure will be praying for a successful operation on the neck tumors. And a successful outcome on the 5 day radiation treatment. Ephesians 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ: All our blessings come from Christ Jesus. For me my blessing is Christ Jesus, I have no luck, nor do I want it. But blessings I have a plenty in Christ Jesus. In reality my friend ***TQ*** you and I are both dead already. The moment we accept Christ Jesus by faith, into our heart. we are dead, buried, and resurrected with him in the spirit. Col. 3:3-4 For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God. When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory. 1 COR. 15: 55-57 O death where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? The sting of death is sin; and strength of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. So no sting of death for those of us that have our lives hid in Christ. Death for us will be a stepping out of this ole body. In a twinkling of an eye into our spiritual body and at home with our Father Christ Jesus. Well my bro in spirit God Bless, I'm still praying also for victory over this cancer for you ***TQ*** again God Blesss.

[Ozzie]

Hang in there bud...we're still rooting for you and not giving up.
I'm so glad you posted...

[Deer Slayer]

Well, you've got nothing to lose by fighting as hard as you can. Hang in there, hopefully the doctors can help make things a little better for you. I've been thinking about you all day, and itching to check back in here to see what was going on. Sounds like things are a little better now, and you're doing better (at least I hope so, and that's the impression I get). I'm still hoping, praying, and wishing for a miracle too. I was too upset to come up with anything to say yesterday. Thank you Bev, for keeping us posted on what's going on. He's lucky to have you!

[Sir Skully]

Thank you Bev, for keeping us posted on what's going on. He's lucky to have you!

Another thanks here also. We all should have a mate such as you Bev...

Prayers **********stardust***********and good thoughts
All coming ***TQ's*** and Bev's way from the Zone

[switch_abx]

TQ, I just read this thread and I feel very very sad to read this all you are going through. You should know we all love you and are with you. I am impressed by your clear mind, although you must feel so sick. Glad to hear you have a great medical doctor and above all to know Bev is close to you. I wish I could be of any help to you, really.

[shaihulud]

Grace and peace TQ,

If I may be so bold. I often find Orthodox prayers soothing and centering. These are some that have been given to me and now are passed on to you. I hope that they help some. Also, when practicing Yoga, there should be an intention that is set before the start of it. Mine will be the energy for healing and peace I cultivate, I will give unto you. I’m sorry if this seems trifling but I do not wish it to be as so. As a request can we get an address to send cards, flowers, gifts, etc?!?! I am sure that some of us would like to send you something.


Here is a Little Rule of Morning and Evening Prayer you might do:

-- Sign of the Cross

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

--Simplified Penitential Rule - say this with concern over recent and past sins

O Lord, cleanse me, a sinner, and have mercy upon me.

O Lord, who hast created me, have mercy upon me.

I have sinned without measure, have mercy upon me.

God, be merciful to me, a sinner.

O Lord, pardon my sins and transgressions.

--Trisagion - an ancient prayer from the East

Holy God, Holy Mighty, Holy Immortal, have mercy on us (thrice while doing the sign of the cross)

-- Our Father

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Giveth this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. For thine is the kingdom, and the power and the glory, of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever, and unto the ages of ages. Amen.

-- Glory Be - to close the Little Rule

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, both now and ever, and unto ages of ages. Amen.

[Gavsman]

well atleast as i see it some progress has been made.....just one step at a time and i am hoping that you'll get better soon

[Sir Skully]

Heart felt poetry, sprinkled with some imagination, some truth, mixed with lots of love.
Hoping this will give you ***TQ*** and Bev a wee lift of spirit, in these trying times.
My prayers continue ******* GOD BLESS *******

*** Good Things in the Night ***
the other night as I lay sleeping
I dreamed of snow white prayer doves
these were the prayers for *** TQ ***
from his friends from his family
set free of their loving human souls
ascending into the sun lit sky
swooping and wheeling in unison
their under-wings flashing silver
in the morning sun light
joy rising in my heart as I watched
God’s wondrous display
then there appeared in the blue heavens
the Holy Spirit of love
as unto a snow white dove with an aura of gold
wheeling around taking the lead
leading them home in one final swoop
home to roost in golden cages of love
their prayers having been answered
caused silver clouds to billow across the sky
raining down raining down raining down
the very stardust of God's love
**************************************|
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**************************************
upon *** TQ *** and his mate Bev
I awoke from the stillness and utter silence
of a voice that filled my heart with joy

******* all things work together for good
to them that love God *******

[Sir Skully]

This is the only way I can edit.. no edit botton.. Sorry, I left out in the first poem, your most precious waggly tail children.
An oversight that needed to be righted.....My prayers continue ******* GOD BLESS *******

*** Good Things in the Night ***
the other night as I lay sleeping
I dreamed of snow white prayer doves
these were the prayers for *** TQ ***
from his friends from his family
set free of their loving human souls
ascending into the sun lit sky
swooping and wheeling in unison
their under-wings flashing silver
in the morning sun light
joy rising in my heart as I watched
God’s wondrous display
then there appeared in the blue heavens
the Holy Spirit of love
as unto a snow white dove with an aura of gold
wheeling around taking the lead
leading them home in one final swoop
home to roost in golden cages of love
their prayers having been answered
caused silver clouds to billow across the sky
raining down raining down raining down
the very stardust of God's love
**************************************|
**************************************|
**************************************
upon *** TQ *** Bev and his waggly tail children
I awoke from the stillness and utter silence
of a voice that filled my heart with joy

******* all things work together for good
to them that love God *******

[Ozzie]

Our bud hasn't posted...
...I can only surmise it is a really rough weekend for him...I hope he gets some relief.

[Sir Skully]

Originally Posted by Ozzie

Our bud hasn't posted...
...I can only surmise it is a really rough weekend for him...I hope he gets some relief.

I concur, I'm hoping and praying he finds some solace.

[PeterT]

TQ,
I've just had a chance to catch up on this thread and am very sad to see the direction your illness has taken. I am at a loss for words. Others have already expressed my feelings so eloquently.
I hope that the recent procedures you've endured give you the quality of life you seek in the time you have. After all, that is all that any one of us can hope for; the quality of life we seek, in the time we have.

p.s. Looking at the photos on your site, I was happy to see that the quality of your life so far, has been exceptional!

[XJ.]

From TQ's website @ caringbridge:

This is Bev writing for my husband, Tom.

We got Tom home late yesterday and he is very tired. He has now had two mega doses of radiation and the good news is the tumor has receded to the point that he is able to swallow a bit. This is a small step, but has kept Tom much more comfortable. He has slept for the better part of the day and gets tired very quickly. I know there are allot of folks that would love to see him, but for now he just is not up to visits. I promise I will let folks know as soon as he feels up to it. Thank you all for all the wonderful thoughts, prayers and good wishes. I know he loves hearing from all of you. He has not seen the posts yet from Friday and Saturday, but I am hoping to be able to read them to him tomorrow.

God Bless you all,
Bev

Thanks Bev!

My heart and prayers are with you both.

[Deer Slayer]

A little bit of good news. Hope he feels better tomorrow. He's in good hands!