Update on Winters Wages

Subject: Update on Winters Wages
From: Peter Kasin
Date: 04 May 02 - 03:16 AM

Winters Wages asked me to pass along his latest news to the Mudcat community. As many of you know, he was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma about a year and a half ago, and has been undergoing chemo therapy off and on. For awhile the treatments were succeeding in shrinking tumors, eradicating most of them. Lately, though, he is not responding to treatments, and new tumors are appearing. He is scheduled for bone marrow surgery at the end of May or the first week in June. He is in the hospital under isolation until the surgery, and is scheduled to be released in July if all goes well.

Winters Wages is Lloyd (he's fine with using his name here), a warm guy with an easy laugh, a great friend to many, and a fine chantey singer and melodeon player. Please send good wishes and light candles for him. I know he will be moved by your support.

chanteyranger

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Giac
Date: 04 May 02 - 05:29 AM

Hey Lloyd --

Was thinking of you the other day and wondered how things were going.

All good wishes and positive thoughts for you, Mudcat friend. Candles? Sure, I'll light some now. If there's anything you need, or want, ask chanteyranger to post it here.

Thanks, chanteyranger, for the update.

Mary

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Celtic Soul
Date: 04 May 02 - 08:28 AM

As with Amergin's Grandfather, I'll add him to the prayer list.

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Mary in Kentucky
Date: 04 May 02 - 08:46 AM

All good wishes, thoughts and prayers headed your way!

Mary

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: katlaughing
Date: 04 May 02 - 10:13 AM

HeyaLloyd, thansk for asking chanteyranger to give us an update and thanks to chanteyranger for doing so. I am sorry to hear of this and will add you to my list, too.

In the meantime, I remember when Barry Finn was in the hospital for so long, waiting for a new liver. Someone posted the addy for the hospital, so we were able to send him cards, CDs, etc. Chanteyranger, if this is okay with Lloyd, would you mind letting us know, either here, or by PM? Thanks!

Lloyd, may you find strength and healing in all ways through the knowledge and skill of the doctors and through the love and support of your family and friends, esp. your Mudcat friends.

luvyakat

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Joe Offer
Date: 04 May 02 - 12:09 PM

Hi, Lloyd - I always get a kick out of singing with you (well, the two times I did it). I've missed you. I hope you get better.
-Joe Offer-

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: SINSULL
Date: 04 May 02 - 12:17 PM

I would like the hospital address too. Lloyd is a Mudcat treasure, one of the quieter variety. He remains in my prayers.

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: catspaw49
Date: 04 May 02 - 12:59 PM

Sinsull, it couldn't be said better.....That pretty well sums up WW. SStay the course and we'll all be sending you our best thoughts.

And Lloyd, at least Joe sang with you....When he stopped at my house I guess he figured I was a lousy singer with a lousy voice because he never asked!   Of course he was right so, uh.......................Anyway, get better so he has someone great to sing with, huh?

Spaw

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Jeri
Date: 04 May 02 - 01:07 PM

Lloyd, FIGHT, MAN, FIGHT! I miss your posts around here, and I've been wondering how you were doing.

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: GUEST,chanteyranger
Date: 04 May 02 - 04:34 PM

One way or another your good wishes will get to him. I'll see if the address can be released. Lloyd said that he would be out of direct contact with people due to post-9/11 security measures at the hospital, so it looks like visits won't be possible. He said further updates will be gotten by contacting the sheriff's department where he works. I will contact both hospital and sheriff's departments and see where cards and letters can be sent. Thanks, everyone.

Best,

chanteyranger

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Hollowfox
Date: 04 May 02 - 06:11 PM

I've just fired up one of my @$#%!-reduction candles for ya, darlin'

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Amergin
Date: 04 May 02 - 06:13 PM

will have you in my thoughts...

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: katlaughing
Date: 04 May 02 - 06:21 PM

Thanks, chanteyranger....what you are doing is much appreciated...

kat

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Melani
Date: 05 May 02 - 05:10 PM

Hang in there, Lloyd! Hope to see you back in action soon.

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Peter Kasin
Date: 05 May 02 - 10:22 PM

Just heard back rom Lloyd. Anyone who'd like the Sheriff's Dept. address (they will forward mail to him), send me a PM. He's sounding more hopeful in his latest letter.

chanteyranger

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: GUEST,Winters Wages
Date: 06 May 02 - 01:39 PM

Dear Folks: Thanks so much for the kind thoughts and encouragement. My address will be Alta Bates Summit Medical Center..2450 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705..I really think it would be easier though to write to my department...san Francisco Sheriff's Department #1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Pl. Room 456, San Francisco, CA 94102-4676. They will be in contact with me continously. It will be faster for me to receive the mail and not a burden on hospital staff. The target date is in mid June. I have a tough 6 months ahead of me but with Gods help I will be ok. Again thanks so much...You are all very kind. Light every candle, light every runway light everyone get that Mo Jo working cause I will need it all. Warm Regards Lloyd Jones Jr. Winters Wages

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Mary in Kentucky
Date: 06 May 02 - 01:58 PM

Thanks for the address Lloyd. Cards (plural) are on the way!!!!

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Peter Kasin
Date: 06 May 02 - 04:49 PM

Lloyd - didn't know if you wanted the address on the net, so didn't post it. So, folks, as for PM's to me....never mind :-).

Best,

chanteyranger

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: katlaughing
Date: 06 May 02 - 06:47 PM

Good to hear from Lloyd, hmself. Thanks to CR and Lloyd for the good work and the addy. Let me tell ya, Lloyd, these "cats" can dance some good mojo/juju...! Watch yer mail!

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: SINSULL
Date: 07 May 02 - 10:42 AM

REFRESH.
Keep those card and letters flowing.

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: wysiwyg
Date: 07 May 02 - 10:57 AM

chanteyranger, I sent your posts and Lloyd's out to the prayer chain today, as I have done in the past with your OK and his.

~Susan

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Rick Fielding
Date: 07 May 02 - 11:28 AM

Howdy Winters...good thoughts eminating from Canada.

Rick and Heather

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: p.j.
Date: 13 May 02 - 02:01 PM

Hey Lloyd, we're thinking aboucha and look forward to seeing you soon-- I miss your bear hug! (Thanks for helping everybody stay in touch, Peter...)

lots of love, Pam (p.j.) and Dave (Dave)

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: SINSULL
Date: 31 May 02 - 03:58 PM

Any news? Has the procedure been done or is Lloyd still waiting?
Mary

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Mary in Kentucky
Date: 31 May 02 - 08:28 PM

Just put another post card in the mail today.

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: GUEST,Winters Wages
Date: 31 May 02 - 11:28 PM

Hi Folks: Just went for another CT scan yesterday and chemo today. Scan shows incresed node activity but cell count still up. Started Neupogen (large doses) this eve. do it for five days..BUT on Monday Chest line input..Tuesday Stem cell extraction for five days. If my cells are strong enough...They purge them and used them during the transplant. This is set for about three weeks from now if all goes well. Im sorry for all the confusion Chanteyranger, but a lot of it is due to doctors and their changes. Mary...I received your one card I am touched and thank you. I understand there are many but have not seen them as I have been off work. Departmental staff will take me Monday for the line placement and will bring me my mail. Home address is fine Chanteyranger. Im still hanging in there..I can still dress myself in the mornings (**BG) Radiation will zapp a little bit of my memory I am told..."how long do I boil a three min egg**BG) I can see it now. already a lot of the chemo brain is active. I forget where I park my truck. The doctor advised me to take a two week vacation before we start all this. So as a result..I just returned form Mystic Seaport, Prov town R.I. and Ol Bean Town I was completely taken with Mystic. Came home two days ago for my tests. Sooooo Thats the news from here. You all take care..Hi to Rick and Heather, and Hi to all I thank you all for your concern and prayers Warmest Regards Lloyd Jones-Jr. Winters Wages

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: wysiwyg
Date: 01 Jun 02 - 12:22 AM

We'll keep you on the prayer chain's list, Lloyd, and God bless you.

~Susan

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Peter Kasin
Date: 01 Jun 02 - 12:30 AM

Thanks for the update, Lloyd. I'll visit you when I'm back from my Canadian trip (I leave this Sunday). I'll end up at Mystic for the fest..wow, will miss seeing you there by a week. Very glad you were able to get out and get there!

As they say in England, "keep your pecker up!"

chanteyranger

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: katlaughing
Date: 01 Jun 02 - 03:42 AM

Llyod, how wonderful that you got to go to Mystic!

I've been waiting for something to get to me before I sent your card on:-)...so watch for more mail next week, whenever you get another delivery. Good to hear from you. You are in my thoughts and I am giving thanks for the best possible outcome.

luvyakat

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: CarolC
Date: 02 Jun 02 - 12:40 AM

Good luck with everything, Lloyd. I send you my best thoughts and wishes for the best possible outcome for you.

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: katlaughing
Date: 18 Jul 02 - 07:31 PM

Today was the THE day, last I knew. Just wondering if anyone has heard anything. Lloyd, been thinking about you and send you lots of good thoughts.

love,

kat

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: SINSULL
Date: 18 Jul 02 - 07:51 PM

Good things come in threes - first Kendall recovered, then Rick, now Lloyd.

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: katlaughing
Date: 08 Aug 02 - 05:25 PM

Has anyone heard anything?

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: katlaughing
Date: 17 Aug 02 - 06:35 PM

Delighted to see this posting in Joe's b-day thread: ...I am in the hospital..Received my transplant. This has been a tough one. Should be getting out soon and will check in more from home Regards Winters Wages

Yea!!! Good to hear you got the transplant and are doing better, Lloyd!!

All the best,

kat

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Giac
Date: 17 Aug 02 - 06:51 PM

Great to hear from you, Lloyd. Glad all went well. Let us hear more when you feel like it.

Mary

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: wysiwyg
Date: 17 Aug 02 - 07:00 PM

WhaHOO!

~S~

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Winters Wages
Date: 25 Aug 02 - 02:34 PM

Hi: Home from the hospital..very very tired..lost all skin on hands(new cells) no hair of course but lost 34 lbs tumors gone under chin and ones left shrinking everyday. Transplant took hold...white count 7.1 others rising I just sleep a lot and have to build appetite back up oh yes hair groing already..Will be three months before I can see people Thanks to all of you for your concerns and prayers Keep it up. Regards Winters Wages

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Mary in Kentucky
Date: 25 Aug 02 - 02:45 PM

Good news! More postcards? Or are you sick of Kentucky yet?

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: SINSULL
Date: 25 Aug 02 - 04:00 PM

Great news, Lloyd. Force yourself to eat something. Any cravings? Chocolate? Cake? Cookies? Lasagna? Just name it and you will have enough for an army.

Is that three month segregation VANITY speaking or doctor's orders? We love you with or without hair.

Stay positive.
SINS

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Melani
Date: 25 Aug 02 - 05:36 PM

Go, Lloyd! Glad to hear it worked!

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Hollowfox
Date: 25 Aug 02 - 06:17 PM

Wheee! I have a s***-reduction candle burning for you as I type.

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Giac
Date: 25 Aug 02 - 06:19 PM

Hey!!! Great news, Lloyd. Keep us posted.

~:o) Mary

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: katlaughing
Date: 25 Aug 02 - 07:18 PM

Wonderful to hear from you, Lloyd!! We'll keep up the thanksgiving and like Sins says, anything you need, you'll get it!

Who--hoo!!

luvyakat

Subject: RE: Update on Winters Wages
From: Ferrara
Date: 26 Aug 02 - 12:01 AM

Marvelous. Best of luck to you. Hope things are going extremely well, and that you're able to be comfortable and just look forward to being up and around again.

Rita F

ps Didn't realize on Joe's birthday thread, the type of transplant you've had. Sure wish you all the best.