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BLUEKNIGHT911 - Diagnosed June, Passed away due to cancer 23 Oct 2024 - RIP
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redrazor
Member
I'm saying prayers for your treatment and future.
I've always liked your posts and comments on our common ride. I love our 2014 RT-L and have used many of your posts to address our (few) common issues with these great machines! With only 14,000 miles on it, we've got lots more to go. Best of luck/wishes to you!
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I've always liked your posts and comments on our common ride. I love our 2014 RT-L and have used many of your posts to address our (few) common issues with these great machines! With only 14,000 miles on it, we've got lots more to go. Best of luck/wishes to you!
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safecracker
Active member
Mike, I know you will battle through this hiccup. Having been around you and broke bread with you, you will beat this. Sue and my prayers are with you. Bruce and Suzanne
bikerbillone
Well-known member
Mike, following closely my forum friend. Yes, 'we all do die sometime', I'm thinking, I'm 91, and you'll still be on this forum sharing your information about tires when I'm somewhere in another place riding my Spyder RTL. Cheers going out.
BLUEKNIGHT911
Sadly Passed Oct 2024 - RIP
..... I would like to Thank everyone personally, but even typing is a bit of a strain right now ....... so to all that have responded let me give a blanket - THANK YOU , THANKYOU, THANKYOU, for all the well wishes. It's been VERY uplifting for those I Love ... early on in my membership I had a rocky time of it, but learned much (and yes, I pis*ed of a few :roflblack: & got spanked a bit :roflblack: :roflblack: :lecturef_smilie: ) but I tried to change my delivery style as needed ...... I'll keep you in the loop and try to remain hopeful & positive..... Later .....Mike :thumbup:
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Partzman23
Member
Mike, I am so sorry to hear this news. You have been a great help to us all on this forum with your Spyder expertise.
Hope to see you on here for a long time to come
Many prayers for you buddy, you can beat this !
Hope to see you on here for a long time to come
Many prayers for you buddy, you can beat this !
Little Blue
SpyderLovers Ambassador
Mike, I have enjoyed reading your posts and comments about Tires.
On a personal note: I am a 3 year survivor of cancer. The treatment is not fun but the outcome can be a real joy. I have Hope in my Faith and that makes for a wonderful life.
God's Blessings and Healing Power is always amazing.
...Prayers for you and your Health.
PM me for more info if you want. I know my church was awesome when I needed some help.
On a personal note: I am a 3 year survivor of cancer. The treatment is not fun but the outcome can be a real joy. I have Hope in my Faith and that makes for a wonderful life.
God's Blessings and Healing Power is always amazing.
...Prayers for you and your Health.PM me for more info if you want. I know my church was awesome when I needed some help.
PMK
Active member
Wanted to, but forgot to mention, very common to get a second opinion.
Second opinion not to reconfirm what may be obvious, but rather, a possible more effective treatment regiment.
Not prying in any way, but depending upon many cancer types, you should find a well known and well respected Dr that specializes in the applicable cancer. In many instances, you build a team, that works together, often guided by the specialist. If your local oncologist opposes this, find someone else, they are not worthy of being on your team.
Also, if viable, and I know personalities vary for everyone, but a good support group, whether local, which can share local Dr experiences, or even a distant support group via a Zoom Meeting is often beneficial.
Typical statistics indicate that patients that utilize a specialist, and also belong to a good functional support group, plus have the means of a good caregiver, overall do better in regards to longevity, handling side effects, and finding a more positive perspective.
Regarding your caregiver or a supporter, almost always, but more importantly in the beginning of your journey, have them attend appointments to listen and take accurate notes. They can also ensure that the questions you have a written down to be asked at each appointment are presented and answered. The caregiver can note the answers, allowing you to be focused and listen closely. On average, after the initial Dr visit, each visit thereafter is 10 to 15 minutes max. A short time for you to convey your questions after the Dr has spoken. Therefore, between your written questions and having a caregiver at your side, DO NOT let the Dr blow you off and leave until your questions are answered so that you and the caregiver obtain understandable answers.
My words are certainly no cure, but some of my many life's lessons, learned and applied to help folks when needed.
Suffice to say, more than a few Doctors and I have had serious discussions and they were caught within their own wishy washy words. From then on, if that Dr was even seen again, they were beyond careful of how they correctly played their cards.
Again not prying, asking, or delving into any specifics as these can be not only trying times, but often personal times, at least in the early and initial diagnosis / treatments.
Sincerely, and I mean this, remain tough and in the fight, even though what was easy yesterday can be a challenge today.
For humor, you can watch reruns of old TV shows like Adam 12, Emergency, Perry Mason, Gunsmoke etc. They may help you “get away” for a moment until you fall asleep and truly step away from the pain and worry, even if only for a minute.
All the best and stay positive in your attitude, it does matter.
Second opinion not to reconfirm what may be obvious, but rather, a possible more effective treatment regiment.
Not prying in any way, but depending upon many cancer types, you should find a well known and well respected Dr that specializes in the applicable cancer. In many instances, you build a team, that works together, often guided by the specialist. If your local oncologist opposes this, find someone else, they are not worthy of being on your team.
Also, if viable, and I know personalities vary for everyone, but a good support group, whether local, which can share local Dr experiences, or even a distant support group via a Zoom Meeting is often beneficial.
Typical statistics indicate that patients that utilize a specialist, and also belong to a good functional support group, plus have the means of a good caregiver, overall do better in regards to longevity, handling side effects, and finding a more positive perspective.
Regarding your caregiver or a supporter, almost always, but more importantly in the beginning of your journey, have them attend appointments to listen and take accurate notes. They can also ensure that the questions you have a written down to be asked at each appointment are presented and answered. The caregiver can note the answers, allowing you to be focused and listen closely. On average, after the initial Dr visit, each visit thereafter is 10 to 15 minutes max. A short time for you to convey your questions after the Dr has spoken. Therefore, between your written questions and having a caregiver at your side, DO NOT let the Dr blow you off and leave until your questions are answered so that you and the caregiver obtain understandable answers.
My words are certainly no cure, but some of my many life's lessons, learned and applied to help folks when needed.
Suffice to say, more than a few Doctors and I have had serious discussions and they were caught within their own wishy washy words. From then on, if that Dr was even seen again, they were beyond careful of how they correctly played their cards.
Again not prying, asking, or delving into any specifics as these can be not only trying times, but often personal times, at least in the early and initial diagnosis / treatments.
Sincerely, and I mean this, remain tough and in the fight, even though what was easy yesterday can be a challenge today.
For humor, you can watch reruns of old TV shows like Adam 12, Emergency, Perry Mason, Gunsmoke etc. They may help you “get away” for a moment until you fall asleep and truly step away from the pain and worry, even if only for a minute.
All the best and stay positive in your attitude, it does matter.
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Rickster48
Member
Let me chime in with the group of survivors here - 10 years now. Positive attitude, prayers and good care are key. We're all thinking of you.
MNBK
Member
Mike, Cheri and I are both survivors and understand the mental toll this ugly disease presents. We will tell you to stay strong and do the treatments. No, they're not fun and sometimes you will want to quit but DON'T. I have never met you personally but have asked for your advice several times and you have been spot on. You will be added to our prayer list for God's healing power to touch you and take away this evil disease.
God's Blessing to you.
God's Blessing to you.
spyderdave
Member
I'm terribly sad to hear this news, Mike. This is something we all dread as we get older. Don't give up, ever!!!!! My sister beat Stage 4 endometrial cancer 10 years ago, beating cancer is possible.
Best wishes.
Best wishes.
