BS: Another biopsy

Subject: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 06:33 AM

Here we go again. I'm scheduled for another biopsy this morning. Monday mornings are bad enough without this crap!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: artbrooks
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 06:55 AM

Knock wood

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 07:09 AM

Don't make me drive down there.

m

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Leadfingers
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 07:13 AM

Hope its all Good News mate

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Morticia
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 07:13 AM

((((hugs))))

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Tinker
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 07:45 AM

Just keep taking care of yourself.... Monday or not.... You've got another backrub I'm trying to delilver.......

Hugs

tinekr

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 08:29 AM

Poor Jacqui. The Captain has been fasting since last night and can't have his coffee this morning.

Be a good boy and maybe you'll get a lobster roll for dinner.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 08:47 AM

Good luck, bud!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: catspaw49
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 08:47 AM

Geeziz........How bad is that? Rolled by a lobster...........What's next? Mugged by a gang of clams? Stuck up by a squid?

Listen up......I have nothing but good feelings about this. It ain't time to cover up your antique car yet..............


Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: wysiwyg
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 09:20 AM

!!!KENDALL!!!

~S~

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: GUEST,guest_olddude
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 09:27 AM

Be well my friend, listen to Spaw !

Dan

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: open mike
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 11:07 AM

wishing for a good outcome for you on this...

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Ebbie
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 11:21 AM

The best of news to you, Cap'n.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: folk1e
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 11:27 AM

Got my biopsy results back this week ......... it was a lump but they do not know what caused it, other than it WASN'T CANCER! suddenly life looks better.
I hope it does for you too!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: jacqui.c
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 12:32 PM

Good news folk1e.

I'm just back home for a while before going to pick Kendall up from surgery. Lobster is cooling in preparation for the lobster roll he will be having for lunch. He deserves it.

We didn't get a call last week to let us know what time his surgery would be - I wasn't too well and didn't think about it until it was too late and no-one was answering phones over the weekend. As a result we were up before 6.00am and at the surgical unit at 7.00am, only to be told that his surgery was scheduled for 9.40am. Bear in mind - no coffee, no breakfast this morning. Anyway, we came back home for a while, I took the dog to the beach and Kendall sat and watched 60 minutes and fumed.

Back to the unit for 8.30. Sat in the waiting room for about 30 minutes and then were called in. Lovely nurse looked after us, got Kendall into regulation hospital outfit - gown and socks, but no hat this time, checked his vitals and put the IV in his arm.

We then waited, and waited. About 10.30 Kendall asked when he would be going in - nurse went away and came back to say that the first surgery on his consultant's list, which was scheduled for an hour and a half, had hit complications and that it would be another hour or so before they could get to Kendall. We decided to reschedule as Kendall by this time was changing from Dr Jekyll to Mr Hyde. IV came out, Kendall got dressed and then nurse came back in to say that the consultant was insisting that this biopsy be done today.

Back into hospital gear, IV back in, and at that point Kendall sent me off to buy the promised lobster while he waited and fumed.

That's it for now - I've cooked his lobster and put a pot of coffee ready to go on. Once I've pulled the poor crustacean apart I'll head back to the unti to wait.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Ebbie
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 12:41 PM

The "poor crustacean'? Tear him apart? Surely, surely, Jacqui, that is an extreme response? You knew he was crusty before you married him...

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: jacqui.c
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 01:05 PM

Yes - but take away his coffee and breakfast and it goes WAY past crusty!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: katlaughing
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 01:09 PM

Just remember your own words about the Great Spirit, Kendalldarlin' and I'll be backing you up with thank givings from Colorado for a complete and immediate healing with no need for any more of this stuff!

luvyaBOTH,

kat

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 01:29 PM

No love for the poor lobster, kat?

Good news, Jacqui.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: jacqui.c
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 02:41 PM

Update.

We just got back and he's sitting in his recliner with his lobster rolls and a cup of regular coffee to hand. Seamus is giving him his undivided attention, at least until the lobster is all gone. Kendall has his remote close by and, apart from feeling a bit woozy, all is right with his world at the moment.

The consultant called me - they got a couple of good samples and we should get the results by the end of the week.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 02:44 PM

Thank you, Jacqui. Hugs to you both and a pat for Seamus.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 03:03 PM

And a lobster claw (meat not shell) for Seamus too.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 03:04 PM

Me too. End of the week! Wow! That's fast. Keeping fingers and toes crossed here.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: katlaughing
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 03:32 PM

May the Great Good Spirit manifest pure and healthy cells for Kendall in all ways. This or something better for the highest good of all concerned. So mote it be!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Deckman
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 04:00 PM

Hang in there Captain ... bob

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Rasener
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 04:07 PM

Kendall
I Hope things go well.
I will be going for my 4th attempt at a biopsy soon.
I know you are eating lobsters, but I sure as hell hope you don't get crabs :-)
Les

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: catspaw49
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 04:26 PM

End of the week? You're at the wrong place! Karen is a Senior Lead Histotech at Mt. Carmel (4 hospitals in Columbus) and that lab processes biopsies really fast......Full series, not just frozens.   Anything submitted today by 8 PM is ready for a pathologist (on their desk and ready to read) tomorrow morning at 9AM. They're one of the very few labs that operates a full staff night shift to get the majority of the production work done.

Anyway, I'm holding my best thoughts for all to be well and I am so sorry you were rolled by a lobster. Say, ask Sinsull how many miles you travelled huh?

Spaww

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 04:40 PM

My biopsy results were to take "a week to ten days" and I didn't get a call. I got an appointment... 16 days.

Hmmmm... I have frozen lobster. Bought some of the stuff in the vacuum plastic on sale. FAR better than the canned stuff because there is much less water and salt.

Maybe that is sommat I could do "now".

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: sing4peace
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 06:30 PM

thinking of you both tonight.
Sending light......................>
JK

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Bat Goddess
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 06:32 PM

All the best from this neck of the woods.

Lucky Kendall at only being coffee-deprived for a matter of hours (too damned many, I know!) -- Tom's last coffee was an after dinner Lebanese coffee the evening before his Oct. 20th cancer surgery.

Sigh. Believe me, Jacqui, I understand.

Hugs to both of you.

Linn

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 06:43 PM

Well... that's what the ENT says...

As fer me... no tea? No gnu. I'll have me tea.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Bobert
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 07:56 PM

Me thinks that the Capt'n is going to extremes here to come up with new material for next year's Getaway... I mean, I like the hunting story just fine...

Ya'll take care and ol' hillbilly thinking good thoughts fir ya'll...

Bobert

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Charley Noble
Date: 09 Nov 09 - 08:13 PM

Hoping for the best.

Lobster ain't bad, followed with a glass of Jack Daniels.

Charley Noble

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Sandra in Sydney
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 12:10 AM

& good wishes from me, too to Kendall & the other Catters awaiting biopsy results

hugs to you all (& families)

sandra

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: KT
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 12:32 AM

Well that's a heckofa way to spend your Monday. I'm glad you had it done today, though, instead of having to reschedule!   Sending good thoughts & a wholelottaluv to both of you from way up north!
KT

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 02:46 AM

Kendall and Jacqui

here is me.... thinking at thee

good stuff all ways, always

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 05:35 AM

Oh well, a Lobster roll, coffee, my recliner and remote, 60 minutes and a steak dinner on top of a string of apologies from the surgeon in person, it don't get much better. Maybe he just doesn't want to appear in my next book. (Seriously, he is a hellofafine guy.) The delay wasn't even his fault.

Thanks to every one of you. Dan, it's so good to have you back. Please stay.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: catspaw49
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 07:30 AM

I hope he stays too Kendall but what kind of example are you setting allowing yourself to get rolled by a freakin' lobster and probably mugged by clams as well. Aren't you into the concealed carry thing? Man, if I were you, I'd be shooting every one of those little freaks!!!

Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 08:15 AM

Well Jacqui will give you "Lob-St-A" when you are sick. But if you don't stay well I am driving down, getting Spaw and we will come up after we eat every spicy burrito we can find ... so stay well or else!

Dan

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Becca72
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 08:18 AM

I'm concerned about my dad, but I'm also concerned about Gnu. CANNED lobster??? Oh the humanity!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 08:55 AM

Ah gnu! That is pathetic!

I wonder if Canada will allow for lobsters shipped across the border? I know they allow well behaved gnus to cross the border. Then you could meet a real lobster. Kendall might even hypnotize one for you.

I will explain how many miles you have travelled when we are face to face, Kendall. It's a Spaw thing.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 12:24 PM

No, no, no, no, no!!!

Frozen lobster is for when the shops are closed.... you know, in an emergency.

We get fine lobster here, albeit more exspensive. And, I have hypnotized them as well. Even clams.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Bill D
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 12:29 PM

for you, Kendall...you can either eat him or wrestle him or make up a story about him.


"The largest lobster on record, according to the 1998 Guinness Book of World Records, is 44 pounds, 6 ounces, 3 feet 6 inches from the end of tail fan to tip of largest claw. The oldest lobster on record is believed to be around 100 years old. Since the only way to judge a lobsters age is by it's size, any figure relevant to the age of a lobster is just a guess. There's no way to really tell. It is believed that they could live as long as 150 years. But no one knows for sure."

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 02:27 PM

gnu hypnotizes clams?

nice to see the cameo appearance by olddude

Kendall - hope you enjoyed the steak dinner and that you are keeping calm.

Stress is evil poisonous stuff.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 02:43 PM

Spaw, I don't waste bullets on Lobsters, I just pop them into a pot of boiling water. After I hypnotize them of course. They don't feel a thing. Well, if they do they never let on.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 03:15 PM

Depends which way ya dump em, Kendall. Head first, when they wave, ya can't see it.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Severn
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 03:29 PM

Best wishes from Laurel, MD for the best Opsy results money can buy. You aren't quite ready to go pushin' up Opsy Daisies for a good while yet.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: catspaw49
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 04:14 PM

I dunno' Kendall.....I saw a Gary Larson picture where the lobster was struggling against the pot and screaming, "AUNTIE EM!!! AUNTIE EM!!!!"

Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: open mike
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 04:30 PM

here's to a good report!!

all we have here in inland california is crawdads...
i did do a crawfish boil party for a Swedish summer party

but it is just not the same...

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Maryrrf
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 07:13 PM

Hope everything turns out well, Cap'n!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Abdul The Bul Bul
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 09:17 PM

Kendall, whatever we say can't ease your mind in the days you wait for the result but sincere wishes of Good Luck for the outcome.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: catspaw49
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 09:39 PM

However, Kendall can go to sleep tonight secure in the knowledge that on this day, the anniversary of Stanley finally locating Livingstone near Lake Tanganyika, that on this day of revelation and discovery and with the benefit of his years of living experience, he still can't grab his ass with even one hand!

Really pathetic.........


Spaw (with a firm hold on his ass)

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Richard Atkins
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 09:56 PM

Kendall thinking of you and hoping all will be well.
My hat was honoured on your head at The Getaway ,thank you !

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: TRUBRIT
Date: 10 Nov 09 - 10:08 PM

Kendall - love and caring from Woodbury Street......

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 08:05 AM

Spaw - with so many ladies willing to grab Kendall's butt, he doesn't need to do it himself. You, on the other hand...

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 08:22 AM

Richard, we were honored by your willingness to share your talent. You both must come back to Yankee land soon!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: catspaw49
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 09:50 AM

I am always interested in ladies grabbing various pieces of my anatomy but unlike Kendall I'd prefer the flip side as opposed to my ass..........


Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: jacqui.c
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 12:03 PM

Now, now Spaw - you'll get a slap round the head from Karen if you invite that sort of attention.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Amos
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 12:48 PM

IT's okay, ma'am--it's an imaginary playmate kind of thing. Nobody's gonna grab anything real doing it, if you take my meaning.



A

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 01:55 PM

My local ENT just called. There is still another area of concern. He wants to consult with my specialist in Albany to see what should be done next.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: catspaw49
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 02:05 PM

Geeziz......Is this "area of concern" what they just did the biopsy on or is this something additional?

Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Bill D
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 02:10 PM

Durn, Kendall.... well, just do like President Monroe did....follow the doctrine.


(yes, it's a mediocre pun, but the best I can do while trying not to say mediocre serious stuff...take care)

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Hollowfox
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 02:27 PM

(Don't know how I missed this thread.) The $#@!-reduction candle series continues for you and Jacqui. Now, see if you can remember to bring something to do for the inevitable delay for whatever test. Knitting, a cheap novel, whatever. It helps.
As for you, Spaw, I'm not sure I want to imagine you typing a post with a firm hold on your ass, whether you're a turtle or not.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 02:35 PM

That's why you have the specialist. Practicing patience here...not wholly successfully.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 03:27 PM

Captain, you are an old hand at this. Deep breaths and keep in mind that Jacqui usually supplies lobster after these procedures.

Spaw - CELLAR!!! NOW!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: wysiwyg
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 03:42 PM

Chin up, head right into the wind.

~S~

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Tinker
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 04:03 PM

Okay Capt'n ..... we'll keep the light streamin'

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Art Thieme
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 04:40 PM

What can be said that is new and fresh? Won't try.

Just know we are in your corner with you.

Art and Carol

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Janie
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 07:38 PM

Like Art, I have no words to add, but am here.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Jeri
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 07:57 PM

Kendall, STOP IT! (I know: you wish...)

Hugs from me.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 11 Nov 09 - 10:47 PM

Ah Shit!!
keep me posted my friend so I will stop worrying

Love You
Dan

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 12 Nov 09 - 10:08 PM

Goodnight, Kendall and Jacqui (and Seamus and John Boy and Mary Ellen and Jim Bob and Erin and...)

maeve

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: GUEST,Kendall
Date: 13 Nov 09 - 05:47 AM

Worrying can not change the past, it can not alter the future, all it can do is ruin the present.
I take a huge amount of comfort in the support I get from all you whackos here at the Mudcat. My gratitude has no bounds.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 13 Nov 09 - 06:34 AM

Wise advice.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 13 Nov 09 - 12:12 PM

My local ENT and my specialist in Albany both want me to see a super specialist in Boston, so as soon as I can get an appointment I'm off to Bean town again.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: katlaughing
Date: 13 Nov 09 - 12:17 PM

Make sure he wears his Super cape when you see him, Kendall. We want ALL of his Super powers activated!


{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: ClaireBear
Date: 13 Nov 09 - 01:02 PM

Hugs from a proud member of

Whackos for Kendall

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 13 Nov 09 - 01:39 PM

I'm sendin you good vibrashuns... it's givin yu exeyetashuns.

good good good good vibrashuns

Really Kendall. All the best wishes I can muster and power, skill and knowledge to the Super Bean Town phyzishun

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 13 Nov 09 - 01:40 PM

Can I have Seamus while you're away?

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 13 Nov 09 - 02:24 PM

Take yer lucky lobster with you too.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Jeri
Date: 13 Nov 09 - 03:09 PM

Is this THE super specialist? Does Tom need to warn him? I am SO GLAD you're gonna see this guy!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Art Thieme
Date: 13 Nov 09 - 03:15 PM

Kendall,
Watch your mail. A small item went out to you yesterday.

Art

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Bobert
Date: 13 Nov 09 - 05:34 PM

Super specialist, my butt...

Them folks up there are into too much practicin' and not nuff doctorin'...

You need to come Southward, Capt'n, to like UVA or Duke medical where folks in the white coats know doctorin'...

Just, MHO, of course...

B~

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 14 Nov 09 - 06:28 AM

Yes, this is Doctor Zeitels, the man who treats Julie Andrews. Art, I cant wait!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: folk1e
Date: 14 Nov 09 - 06:51 AM

You mean the Doctor Zeitels, who treats Julie Andrews and the realy (in)famous KENDALL?

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Bobert
Date: 14 Nov 09 - 07:25 AM

Well, if ya' have to go to a Yankee doctor at least see if you can get him to have Julie Andrews come to next year's Getaway, will ya, Capt'n???

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Bat Goddess
Date: 14 Nov 09 - 10:43 AM

The same Dr. Zeitels who is also treating Tom Hall (Curmudgeon).

We gave Dr. Z a big buildup for you, Kendall. Glad you're finally getting to see the man himself. Tom sees him again for a follow-up on Wednesday.

Linn

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 10:06 AM

My local ENT says the spot they found is a new cancer.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Bat Goddess
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 10:16 AM

Sorry you have to go through this again, Kendall. But Dr. Zeitels is "like a guided missile" as far as rooting out cancer while preserving the voice as much as possible.

Linn

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 10:22 AM

Good thing you'll be seeing Dr. Zeitels, Kendall.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Charley Noble
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 10:46 AM

Damn this cancer!

Hopefully Dr. Zeitels will be able to deal with it better.

Charley Noble

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: catspaw49
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 10:47 AM

Y'all oughta' work your appointments out so you can go on a double date!

Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Janie
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 10:51 AM

Damn! Damn! Damn!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Bat Goddess
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 10:56 AM

Maybe we can get a group discount?

Linn

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 11:17 AM

Very upsetting to say the least
:-(

Dan

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 12:01 PM

Double date definitely a bad idea. One curmudgeon per day is more than enough for the poor doctor.

Whatever you need, Kendall and Jacqui.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 01:08 PM

You gotta walk that lonesome valley,
You gotta walk it by yourself
Aint nobody here can walk it for you
You gotta walk it by yourself.

The above lyrics not withstanding, I feel that the support I get here does help.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Rasener
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 01:12 PM

Good luck Kendall.

I hope this Dr Zeitels, is female, blonde, good looking, busty and good with her hands. :-)

Very best wishes.
Les

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 02:33 PM

He's not. I have met him - very good looking though.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 02:40 PM

The above lyrics not withstanding, I feel that the support I get here does help.

Big Grin. And that dear sir is what keeps us well wishers coming back to rally round ya.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 02:54 PM

Rats! Can't think of a darn thing to say except RATS!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 05:25 PM

Well now you are gonna put up with me and Spaw and lots of burritos and maybe even some Jessica Simpson music blasting non stop to force you to get better really fast!! No more of this lobster stuff , no wonder you get sick cause you get lobster, nope it is now only spicy burritos and Jessica Simpson music for you captain until you learn to behave better !!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 05:36 PM

Goodnight, Kendall. We'll be here in the morning...some of us as early as you are likely to be.

Save some jello for olddude.

maeve

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Hollowfox
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 05:37 PM

$#@!! Well, the $#@!-reduction regimen had better continue, then. Love to you both, and the dog. Mary

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SussexCarole
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 06:10 PM

So sorry to hear this news. Our love to you both

Carole & Andrew

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: katlaughing
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 06:21 PM

I know I posted, earlier, right after your news of today, Kendall, but I musta hit the wrong button! Anyway, what I said was...Don't give up or get discouraged. There is a lot more to you than this one thing and we love all of you, want you to be here, and wish you WELL, now! Or, it went something like that, plus a few blankety-blanks at whatever deity...well not really, ya know I can't chew out the Great Spirit, but anyway, that's what I wish for you a GREAT spirit as you go across whatever valley...those roads into Boston can be scary...and know that we are here for you and love you. That goes for you, too, Jacqui!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Leadfingers
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 07:21 PM

Hell Cap'n ! Playing for the sympathy vote is onething , BUT !!!


What A Crock of You Know What Mate !!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: curmudgeon
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 08:31 PM

Kendall, do you have an appointment scheduled?

I do think that you'll feel better after meeting with Dr. Zietels. He exudes competence, skill, and optimism; he has a sense of humour and a wonderful staff, and he's ambidextrous.

Hang in there, mate - Tom

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Dan Schatz
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 10:11 PM

Oh drat it Kendall. Our love is with you, you know that.

Dan

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: artbrooks
Date: 17 Nov 09 - 11:41 PM

See you at the Getaway in October.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Ebbie
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 12:27 AM

I echo that, Cap'n. Even if you don't sing- I want to see you healthy and hale and happy next October. All you have to do is play catchup long enough that you can get ahead of the cursed thing.

Can hardly say how glad I am that you have Jacqui. (And Sinsull- what would you do without her?)

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Sandra in Sydney
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 02:48 AM

bummer

sending hugs
sandra

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: KT
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 04:46 AM

Kendall, in my mind, you are a huge, and wonderful and amazing spirit! ~ That I am grateful to call you friend is an enormous understatement. Let the healing begin as we gather round you with love coming at you from all directions.

KT

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 07:19 AM

One is not licked until one gives up. I am a Taurus. Nuff said.

Tom, I have an appointment on December 2nd.
Villan, I'd give my right arm to be ambidextrous.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 07:26 AM

Stubborn fellow, that Kendall. Good thing- look at all the folks up with whom he must put.

Good morning, Captain.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 11:20 AM

At ease. (My favorite position)

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: KT
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 11:22 AM

up with whom he must put.

love it, Maeve!

"I am a Taurus....I am a Taurus -Koo koo ka choo!"

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Nancy King
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 11:34 AM

Good thoughts coming to you from Maryland, Kendall!

Nancy

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 12:00 PM

I'll bet Kendall didn't get that pun, KT. Good for a moonwalk though...

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Tinker
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 01:11 PM

Hey out at ya Capt'n..... holding ya close


tink

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Rasener
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 01:30 PM

Just to keep you entertained Kendall

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWk62WlpT1c

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: alanabit
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 03:29 PM

Thinking of you Kendall. Just one more in your corner.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: GUEST,Kendall
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 04:14 PM

Who told her she could sing?

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 04:22 PM

Anybody that saw what I saw just below the "lit" part. Tits sell tickets.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 06:15 PM

Oops. Was that too PI?

Sorry. But, I like... doh!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 07:44 PM

gnu, dont apologize, all men are suckers for big boobs. Or small ones, medium, etc.
That should start something...

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 08:00 PM

I said it before, I will say it again
Dang, Kendall get all the girls. Now it is Marilyn. And he gets lobster also ... good grief . No wonder he stays sick ...

you rascal you ... Jacqui, you have my sympathies!!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: TRUBRIT
Date: 18 Nov 09 - 09:28 PM

Oh Kendall -- sooooooooooooo sorry -- see you Saturday - big hugs all round (thatll cure anything!!!!!)

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: KT
Date: 19 Nov 09 - 12:53 AM

I don't know or care about her singing or her anatomy but I got a kick outa the bass player!

Sins -guffaw! moonwalk indeed. I'm glad at least YOU got it!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Rasener
Date: 19 Nov 09 - 01:19 AM

>>Who told her she could sing? <<

One of your Presidents !!!!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: My guru always said
Date: 19 Nov 09 - 03:29 AM

Ok, so how many are in the cellar now? I hear Micca will soon have a cellar of his very own....

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: GUEST,Guest MikeL
Date: 19 Nov 09 - 06:17 AM

Hi kendall and crowd !!

I have been steered ever so gently here from another thread.

I know that this is a parallel thread and many of the people share both.

I have suffered from throat cancer too so I know only too well the roller-coaster ride that you are facing.

I am from England and came through the British National Heath Service - even though I did have private health insurance!!

So I don't know much about your American service and even less ( nothing ) about Dr Zeiter. My advice is to have complete trust and faith in him and his assistants etc.

I too know the blow that can come from a situation where is appeared that the C had been cured ; only to raise it's horrible head anew.

Then more treatment and more aggressive.

But I have come out of it and have now been pronounced completely clear and " formally excomunicated " from the hospital that provided all my treatment.

I have been pronounced clear now for five years and my life is now almost back to where it was before the problem. I say almost because I am now about 15 years older and so much wiser....!!!

Get well soon Kendal...

I am in your corner with you ....

Regards

MikeL

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Rasener
Date: 19 Nov 09 - 06:30 AM

I would go and see this doctor Kendall

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6uTXiR1f2kg&feature=related

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 19 Nov 09 - 06:52 AM

That looks like my old Biology teacher!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Rasener
Date: 19 Nov 09 - 07:43 AM

Did you suspend her Kendall

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: catspaw49
Date: 19 Nov 09 - 09:13 AM

I think he only snapped them.........

Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 19 Nov 09 - 10:08 AM

That was where I learned to "peel a tomato"

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 20 Nov 09 - 07:38 AM

No response from the PC crowd? sigh.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 20 Nov 09 - 07:50 AM

Must be a guy thing. I never heard the expression before.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 20 Nov 09 - 07:52 AM

Can't comment on what I don't understand...and it's probably best left that way.

It's a good morning for some poutine. Sleepless in the boonies, me.

maeve

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Becca72
Date: 20 Nov 09 - 08:06 AM

Well, that just about does it for me... :-) Koo Koo Kachoo

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: jacqui.c
Date: 20 Nov 09 - 09:03 AM

Kendall - if that means what I think it means........





















CELLAR!!!!!!!!!!!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 20 Nov 09 - 10:15 AM

Oh Boy ... LOL
Kendall, you just went from Lobster to Corn flakes after Jaqcui's comment. Enjoy the cellar! Ill get me guitar

LOL
Dan

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 20 Nov 09 - 11:11 AM

Rainy day in Maine, Dan. Better bring your hip boots as well.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 20 Nov 09 - 12:03 PM

I got that from Liza Minelli. It simply means undressing a woman.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: GUEST,olddude
Date: 21 Nov 09 - 09:47 AM

I will bring my hip boots Mary ... but not for the rain, I think I may need them for the captain's stories LOL
Dan

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 21 Nov 09 - 09:53 AM

"A wise man is never sure of anything."

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: jacqui.c
Date: 21 Nov 09 - 09:55 AM

A wise man never believes anything the Cap'n says.......



















Until he's checked it with the Capn's Parole Officer!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 21 Nov 09 - 02:30 PM

Scoff if you must but it pays well.Ask any politician.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 06:47 AM

Good morning, Kendall. We'll be thinking about you tomorrow.

maeve

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: My guru always said
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 09:26 AM

Tomorrow then? Lots of positive thoughts & a candle for you kendall. The candle might come in handy in the cellar....

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Bat Goddess
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 10:52 AM

Best of everything tomorrow, Kendall -- we warned Sonny and Dr. Z that you're coming.

You'll be in good hands.

Linn

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Jeri
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 10:57 AM

Too bad. They've moved the llamas to a secure location.
Best wishes from me, Kendall.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 02:10 PM

I woke up this morning with a very painful lump on my windpipe.
I knew that the squamous cell carcinoma had suddenly become a blastoma.
Went to my local ENT and he thinks it's an infection. I hope he's right.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 02:18 PM

Kendall, I've always thought you have an infectious grin. Apply it and conjugate some jokes while you wait for your appointment tomorrow.

maeve

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 02:33 PM

Get your Kendall Candles here. Real cheap.

Many uses too. Not just for keeping good thoughts and positive energy flowing towards those in need. F

ull of entertainment factor especially when held within reasonable proximity to Mr. Spaw's posterior. Guess what he's had for dinner from the changes in flame color.

Hours of amusement.

Do I get sent to the CELLAR now?


Best wishes tomorrow, Kendall. May the doctor's thoughts and hands be guided by all that is good and healing.



p.s. sorry to use old Spaw for the jollies above. But he seemed the most likely candidate and I am sure he is up for the sacrifice on the alter of comedy in the interest of a cherished friend.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 04:50 PM

Infection???? Doesn't that woman ever clean that house? Colds, bronchitis, pneumonia, SHEEESH!







CELLAR????



Please...I am very afraid.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Ebbie
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 05:12 PM

if you promise to be good - or at least better - in future, Sins, this may be the year that Jacqui installs electric lights down there.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 05:29 PM

Mary... Are you OK?

Any infection he may have picked up did not very likely come from the home environment. Them germs is his own.

It's the alien ones that come from shopping carts, that new box of cheerios just pawed by the snuffling stock associate, the money out of the ATM.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 08:00 PM

And from cats that are allowed to track litter box germs all over the table and counters.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: catspaw49
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 08:20 PM

The problem isn't as much with the litter as it is in getting the proper mix in the tracking of litter, dander, cat hair, and kitty barf, so as to negate the germs who refuse to live in that kind of gawdawful combination! At least it works for us...................possibly............

And V-Tam......Don't apologize! You got a great idea there!   Keep them coming anytime.   Is there some way we can work that candle test (very much like a freon detector)in with all the gawdamn leftover Anne Frank drum kits?

Do good tomorrow Kendall...........I ain't shittin' about that. I told Tom I expected to hear good reports and he gave them. YOU.....Do the same!

Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: TRUBRIT
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 08:30 PM

Good thoughts keep coming from us.......

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: curmudgeon
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 08:32 PM

Kendall, I had occasion to call Dr. Z's office today. and Kim assured me that you would be looked after and well cared for. BUT, you have to lighten up and be ready with some suitable quips, comments and stories of yours so as to live up to the reputation we've bestowed upon you.

Be well and of good cheer; you WILL feel better once you've met with Dr. Zietels!

Tom & Linn

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: ClaireBear
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 01:18 AM

The best of everything tomorrow, Kendall. Tell those doctors to take damned good care of you, or I'll put on my bear suit (note the spelling) and come after them. It has long claws -- sharp, too.

Night!
Claire

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Sandra in Sydney
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 01:40 AM

more good wishes winging your way

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 05:36 AM

I have to admit that I see this Dr. Zeitels as my last hope. It's kinda nervous making.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: MikeL2
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 06:30 AM

Hi Kendal

It is normal to feel that way.

I will be thinking about you.

Regards
Mike

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Janie
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 06:32 AM

Thinking of you Kendall - all day.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 06:47 AM

Kendall- You are surrounded by friends and family who love you. Put that in your coffee mug and drink it. Please. Sir.

maeve

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Jeri
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 11:24 AM

Kendall, I'll be thinking of you today.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 01:18 PM

Kinda bitin me nails a tad here too. But, whaddya gonna do eh?

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: catspaw49
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 01:22 PM

.....uh........wait? LOL.......I think there are a lot of us here with you gnu......I guess we could play jacks or something but I figure one of us would cheat.


Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 01:27 PM

Cheat? How can you cheat at jacks?

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 01:41 PM

bounce

snatch 1

bounce

snatch 2

bounce

snatch 3

bounce

snatch 4

it's easy to cheat Gnu, Can you see how many I am catching up at each bounce?

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 01:45 PM

I hate this waiting crap.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: catspaw49
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 01:52 PM

That too Sins.....We could shoot craps but that's allows more room to cheat than jacks does................

Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 02:22 PM

7

Did I do it right? I wasn't even using the loaded dice.

When is he due back? I will probably be in bed before he or jacqui posts here.

bum

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 03:16 PM

Texas Hold 'Em?????

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 03:17 PM

I heard from Jacqui. They are running late and won't be home until late. WHAHAHAHAHAHAAA The puppy is mine!!!!!!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 03:43 PM

A whole half hour and no comments from Spaw about Texans holding their own. Hmmmmmmm

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: catspaw49
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 03:49 PM

Texans hold 'em because they're insecure and self-conscious.........

Spaw.....Who is actually trying to find a wedding band set for Christmas....

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 04:17 PM

Twiddle twiddle....

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 04:19 PM

A wedding band set? Are you finally going to make Karen legal? Or have Michael and Tris captured some young and foolish hearts?

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Janie
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 04:47 PM

Gonna be a long night for a bunch of us.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: ClaireBear
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 04:50 PM

Ayuh.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Seamus Kennedy
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 04:51 PM

I was going to say something about all those snatches in VT's post and thought better of it.

A blimp over an archery range if ever I saw one.

All the best Kendall.

Seamus

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 04:53 PM

Blimp! Hahahahahaaa.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 05:08 PM

whew! i was wonderin whe someone would get bounce snatch thing. saves me bawlin about nobody ever payin attention.

well i am off to bed in a few minutes. you guys play nice.

hope to wake to some good news.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: DougR
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 05:15 PM

Fingers are crossed, Kendall.

DougR

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 05:26 PM

VT... "whew! i was wonderin whe someone would get bounce snatch thing.... well i am off to bed in a few minutes."

That was close!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 05:37 PM

So, Mary- How late is late?

maeve

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 06:51 PM

Just heard from Jacqui. They are catching the 7:15 bus back to Maine and should be home before 10PM.
All the brothers were valiant...

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: GUEST,SussexCarole
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 06:53 PM

Waiting & watching this thread xxxx

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 07:14 PM

Thank you, Mary. Waiting, playing guitar, singing, waiting here.

maeve

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: KT
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 08:50 PM

A very long day for you, Kendall & Jacqui ~ We're all with you, friends.

KT

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 09:56 PM

May your homecoming be one of peace and confidence.

maeve

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: jacqui.c
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 10:01 PM

We just got back from Boston at 9.15.

We had a good meeting with Dr Zeitels and his staff - Kendall will be going in for a procedure to remove the cancer on January 14th and then Dr Zeitels will be looking to make sure that the cancer is contained and that Kendall's cords are in the best possible shape for work to give him more voice. Dr Zeitels said that Kendall is a suitable candidate, once his cords are stabilised, for the new procedure that is going to be started within the next two years - the materiel for this is now in production and, because they do not intend to market the materiel, but simply to use it themselves, FDA approval should only take a matter of 30 days.

While we were waiting for a voice assessment session Kendall developed a red blotchy rash on his hands, face and torso. He was very hot and had blurred vision. I thought that it might be an allergic reaction to one of the sprays that were used before the tube was put into his nostril and called for some help. We ended up with a roomful of firemen and paramedics and Kendall was carted off in an ambulance to the emergency room at Mass General. By this time Kendall was in real pain from the itching and was put onto an IV with all sorts of stuff to try and reduce the reaction. Luckily the rash subsided and he was sprung from the hospital at about 6.50, just in time to make a mad dash for the 7.15 coach. We have instructions for what to do if the rash comes back and we have an appointment with his doctor tomorrow morning to start an investigation as to what he reacted to.

Right now, it's time to just relax and get some sleep.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: TRUBRIT
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 10:24 PM

Sounds like good news......KENDALL, DON'T SCRATCH!!!!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: katlaughing
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 10:49 PM

SO glad you are home and the news sounds good! If his feet are too itchy, put some ice bags on them...it works! Thanks for taking the time to let us know how it went. I hope you both get lost of deep rest, tonight.

luvyabucketskat

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: catspaw49
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 11:12 PM

The news sounds good to me! At first reading, the rash had some of the signs of Shingles. Truthfully Kendall, if you haven't had a Shingles shot, you need one. For those over 60 the odds and consequences and pain of Shingles go up. Shingles info from the Mayo Clinic.

I am truly happy and as you know, this whole damn place will be with you in January too!!!

The wedding rings are a long story, but its going to be a Christmas surprise to my best friend that I married in '86.


Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: catspaw49
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 11:28 PM

Wow....that was 200........this is 201.


Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Tinker
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 11:46 PM

I posted earlier today and it appears to have disapearred into cyber space.... oh well I would have probably ended up in the cellar anyway..

The news is such that I can go to bed reassured.... Thanks for keeping such close care of him Jacqui..

Hugs to you both

Good close ones

Tinker

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: olddude
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 12:18 AM

You know how I feel Captain ...
anything you need, you call

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 02:42 AM

Very good news apart from the allergic reaction. Sure it wasn't just nerves? My Andie used to break out in horrible hives when she was under major stress. He has been under a lot of pressure of worry. I know he seems all smooth on the surface, but maybe he is like a duck, paddling for all he's worth underneath.

Kat is spot on with the ice packs. dampen and freeze some tea towels and you can mold them around different affected areas.

Spaw - that shingles thing is worrying. TSO's Mum had last year at 81 and she suffered a good deal. His dad has (what the very young GP is calling) ecxema but I think it is shingles. Because: it came on so suddenly, he is in terrible discomfort, cannot handle pressure or brushing of fabric against affected areas, keeps getting a bad chill. He is 90 and he nursed his wife when she had it last year. We are going to ring the parents and recommend they seek a second opinion and to give all the info, especially Pam's case last year.

Kendall getting some of his voice back will be fantastic. Maybe around the time I can finally get to the north east USA I will hear a tall tale, mayhaps even a song.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: gnu
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 05:02 AM

Too bad about the rash. Encouraging news about the cords. Hang in there kids.

And great news from Spaw!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: MikeL2
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 05:30 AM

hi jacqui

Great to hear the good news.....

Hope they can find the cause of the allergy soon...strangely enoughI had a couple of allergic re-actions during my treatmenat but nothing as intense as Kendals....they never have nailed down the cause.....occasionally I do get an outbreak but I have the medication ready and it clears almost instantly.

You are in good hands...

I'm batting for you..

regards

Mike

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 05:37 AM

Thank you for taking time to post when you were so tired, Jacqui. It sounds like that new door has opened. I'll be in touch.

maeve

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 06:07 AM

Timely and well-earned praise for Kendall, Jacqui, and Dan
Singing Through the Hard Times

maeve

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: My guru always said
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 06:10 AM

So glad to hear the good news from Dr Z, bless that man!
Hoping the rash doesn't come back, thanks for posting when you must have been exhausted jacqui!
Love & Hugs to you both!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 07:15 AM

Virginia Tam, there are few things I'd rather be able to do than to sing you a song, or tell you a story.

I'm back to normal...well, normal for me; and one thing they suggested that I write on the back of my drivers license, ALLERGIC TO LIDOCAINE. I did.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Becca72
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 09:26 AM

That is a very common reaction to lidocaine.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: jacqui.c
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 10:06 AM

I'm just glad it happened at the doctor's office and not when we were on the coach heading home. As it was, it scared the life out of me to see Kendall in such distress, particularly knowing the way that allergic reactions can go.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: katlaughing
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 10:32 AM

I think the Universe needs to take a chill pill and give you folks a rest! Sheesh! I am doubly happy you were in the doc's office when it happened.

maeve, thanks for the link. That is indeed recognition long deserved.

luvyakat

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Bat Goddess
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 10:35 AM

AND you were very close to Mass General. (Walking distance if so inclined.)

Glad the news is good!

Dr. Z "is like a guided missile" when it comes to eliminating every single cancer cell.

Linn

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: maeve
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 10:37 AM

My dad had the same reaction to "Caine" drugs, Kendall. Imagine your bad reaction on top of arms covered with poison ivy lesions.

maeve

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 10:50 AM

Have to admit - Jacqui's phone call scared the crap out of me. I had visions of organ transplants.

Come on you two. Give it a rest will ya?

Can't have you looking like a teenager with acne when you pick up your Grammy.
SINS

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Charley Noble
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 12:03 PM

(Expletive deleted)

Here's to a new brighter day!

Who needs allergic reactions on top of what must already be a stressful experience?

Glad to hear you're safely back home.

Charley Noble

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Stilly River Sage
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 12:44 PM

What a roller coaster of events and emotions this thread represents. Good luck in all of these things, Kendall. The nomination should put some bounce in your step and help with the recovery from everything else. Hang in there, Jacqui!

SRS

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: VirginiaTam
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 12:46 PM

Virginia Tam, there are few things I'd rather be able to do than tosing you a song, or tell you a story.

Oh dear Kendall. I didn't mean for me especially. Just that I would look forward to any sessions in which you may be performing, when I finally get to a Getaway or visit New England and beyond.

Also expressing hope for recovery of your voice.

Sorry.. did not mean to offend in anyway.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: KT
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 12:59 PM

What a frightening way to wrap up a long day!

Geez - you two sure know how to get the most out of a day though, don't you? From "waiting game" trepidation to eager hopeful anticipation for meeting Dr Z. to surprise hives to Grammy nominations! Jacqui, how many times did you ask, "How you doing?" on the bus ride home before he got up and took another seat?

Sounds VERY hopeful! Hooray!
KT

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: jacqui.c
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 01:02 PM

VT - I don't think you offended Kendall - there really are very few things that he would want to do than to tell stories and sing again, to you or to anyone else. He misses that voice, as do we all.

KT - He was very good, put up with my ministrations pretty well - I think that they may have put a sedative in the mix, though!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 01:56 PM

VT you most certainly did not offend me. Anyone who loves Glen Coe can do no wrong.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Midchuck
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 02:25 PM

Sinsull: I had visions of organ transplants.

The way you women carry on about Kendall...how do you mean that?

Peter

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 02:39 PM

Not what you think, you dirty old man!
I meant renal failure. Did you not know that in addition to my many talents I am the resident Drama Queen? LOL

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: ranger1
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 06:31 PM

Glad things went well (except for the rash bit). I do have a bone to pick with you about leaving poor Seamus all alone at Auntie Mary's when he could have been out exploring the wilds of Pownal with the rest of the Yellow Dog Pack...

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 03 Dec 09 - 08:02 PM

We didn't expect to be gone all day. Do you have a key to our house?

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 04 Dec 09 - 10:30 AM

She better not - I don't and I'm Head Groupie.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Becca72
Date: 04 Dec 09 - 10:30 AM

Mary, at least you got a phone call...

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: SINSULL
Date: 04 Dec 09 - 03:07 PM

Ahhhhhh Poor little you. Next time you get the call to pick up the dog.


Tell me you did not learn of the allergic reaction here on Mudcat. Please....

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 04 Dec 09 - 04:33 PM

We contacted everyone close to us.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: CLETUS HARDDINGER
Date: 04 Dec 09 - 04:54 PM

I got me a rash wun time. It wuzza reel bad rash tu cuz I got it on my genuine parts down thair an it mayd me scratch my own sef rite in pubic with everbuddy thinkin it wuz funny. Did yu scratch yer genuines too? Whut got bad wuz wen the rash mayd me swell up reel bad an my genuines got so big thet I cudint close my pantz an had ta soke em in a big bucket.If ya had ta soke yer nutz in a bucket kendall then I feel purty bad for ya cuz see whut can happen iz thet whoever izza gittin ya the marm salts an water can mess up an git it tu dam hot. Thats whut happint wen Paw let Buford fil tha buckit. I had ta go ta tha doc an he rapt up my genuines in sum bandaj stuff cuz by now they wuz tha size of a basketball.

Thet shur wuz a bad time.

CLETUS

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 04 Dec 09 - 07:27 PM

I'm feeling like a friggin' yo yo! Up on the throat news, down on the allergy news, up on the Grammy news. These Doctors are driving me to drink. I suppose I should thank them.

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Bill D
Date: 04 Dec 09 - 07:42 PM

You should join AAA-AA...special club for folks who are being driven to drink.

(keep on keeping on!)

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: CLETUS HARDDINGER
Date: 04 Dec 09 - 08:03 PM

So Bill......Will they come and change a flat beer?

Spaw

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: Bill D
Date: 04 Dec 09 - 09:09 PM

durned well better!

Subject: RE: BS: Another biopsy
From: kendall
Date: 05 Dec 09 - 06:35 AM

Will they change one into single malt?