Just found out that Dad has cancer we do not know what kind or stage yet just have a bad feeling 2015 elk hunt may have been his last trip even if he can beat it I can see that he's hurting Glad to be able to get on here an read you guys story's an have friend to lean on
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mnhoundman
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Sorry to hear that, that's the last dam word anyone wants to hear. Just keep positive and you'll beat it!!
Colorado T
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Damn KH, that's tough news. I couldn't imagine getting that news, my dad has been with me on just about every one of my hunts. Hang in their and I will be praying for you guys!!
Dark Mavis
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I hate to hear that. Buy him a few new hunting videos to watch. The outdoor channel and the pursuit channel always helped keep my dads spirits up when he was to sick from treatments to get outdoors himself.
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Colorado Cowboy
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There is hope.....I had cancer 20 years ago, went thru chemo twice. I was told I had a 1 in 10 chance of living 5 years. Get the best doctor you can get, keep a positive attitude and trust you can do it.
We are praying for your Dad.
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Bonecollector
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Hang in there KH. My wife was diagnosed 5+ yrs ago and had a 70% survival rate. She is currently doing just fine.
Prayers sent your way friend.
Prayers sent your way friend.
kentuckyhunter
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Try to keep a positive attitude if possible. My family went through the same thing 14 years ago. Dad had surgery followed by chemo and radiation.
Prayers were answered and he hasn't missed a hunting season since.
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Prayers were answered and he hasn't missed a hunting season since.
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hoshour
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It seems like it is almost the norm to beat most cancers now, at least for a few years. I know quite a few people, maybe 12 or 15, who have had cancer, several with stage 4 cancer, and not one of them has died in the first few years afterwards. Some have been free of it for 15-20 years.
It ain't what it used to be, but I know it still feels like a punch to the gut. One thing it will do, though. It will focus your attention on what matters in this life.
That's a good thing, even if it brings tears. Many times we only see clearly when we see through tears.
It ain't what it used to be, but I know it still feels like a punch to the gut. One thing it will do, though. It will focus your attention on what matters in this life.
That's a good thing, even if it brings tears. Many times we only see clearly when we see through tears.
Musket Man
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My dad fought cancer for 10 years and finally lost the fight this spring. Its tough. I hope his is treatable.
sneakypete
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sorry to hear about your dad. he and you are in my prayers.
above all , NEVER lose hope. 24 years ago my own dad was diagnosed with melanoma. the doctors said he would not live out the year. he is now just shy of 84 and though he has been through the ringer in that 24 years, he is like the energizer bunny and just keeps going an going. mindset is everything.cancer is not a death sentence just another hurdle to overcome
above all , NEVER lose hope. 24 years ago my own dad was diagnosed with melanoma. the doctors said he would not live out the year. he is now just shy of 84 and though he has been through the ringer in that 24 years, he is like the energizer bunny and just keeps going an going. mindset is everything.cancer is not a death sentence just another hurdle to overcome
tim
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my dad got it in 2007 and was gone in 2008. I wish you luck. Plan on some tough times ahead. On another note,
my wife got it in 2008 and is doing great.
my wife got it in 2008 and is doing great.
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