Dear friends,

Rick Pierce

Rick Pierce

Well-known member
I know I've been AWOL for a while, though I do look in on y'all frequently to see what outlandish things Sutton is up to or not (btw, my vote is for emphasis on the barn...gives a real nice sense of scale to the picture), the latest pic of Ballard, backwards or not, and general "stuff".

I know it's very prodigal to be an infrequent visitor and then ask for something, but this time I'm asking for good thoughts, prayers, and whatever Druids do to call down the favor of the gods...

Tomorrow, my wife Laura will undergo a double mastectomy and the beginnings of reconstructive surgery. We heard "biopsy" 6-8 weeks ago, and "cancer" shortly thereafter. I put down all the carving projects I had in line to finish, put everything else on hold except for work, and have spent the past month trying to keep Laura occupied and upbeat. I've witnessed a strength in her that I don't think she knew she had, though the waiting has just about done her in, mentally. And, truthfully, some days have been better than others - the emotional rollercoaster has been difficult.

I've also tried to understand the "why" behind all of this, though I readily confess that I just don't. I solve problems and crunch numbers for a living; I'm a "why" kind of guy, so that's what I gravitate towards. But this is like physics; the laws are there, and you just have to accept them.

I've been varying degrees of angry, hurt, depressed, introspective, hopeful, happy, relieved, scared and confused.

Honestly, the surgeon has given her the best long-term prognosis we could hope for. 90% long-term survival rate with an extremely low chance of any recurrence. The medical staff have basically said that if she has to have cancer, this is the one.

So, I know everyone has started their seasons up north and out west, and I'm glad to see it here again. But, if you have a minute, send some good thoughts towards Arkansas after that flock of ___________ works the rig, or as the sun comes up over your little piece of the marsh.

Thanks, and very best,

Rick
 
I just can't imagine what you are going through but will do my best for good thoughts, positive vibes, and prayers to help you two along.

Pete
 
Tell Laura everything will be OK and that the prayers and thoughts of many are being sent. Please keep us updated and if there is anything I can do, please let me know.

Mark W
 
Good wishes to both of you, Rick!!!!!!!!!!! My prayers and thoughts will be out there. Call if you need anything.

Trip.
 
Prays will said for you both from the Kershaw Family I hope all go,s well.
takecare
Eddie.
 
Hey Rick, Sorry to hear that and I hear what you are saying. That is an awful situation and a scary time when your wife is sick and you can't help. One bit of advice is don't make any jokes to the surgeon if the incisions aren't straight.

Something to file away is that it takes a long, long time to heal physically and mentally (you too).

Best wishes from us.

T
 
for "soltices" and "equinoxes".....but I believe that this calls for a variation of that scheduling....

Hang tough and we'll be thinking about both of you as you get through this....

Steve
 
Get well soon. I went through 2 years of surgeries and recovery, it's not fun, and I came out better than I went in. I hope she recovers quickly. Try to get her social life back on line as quickly as possible. Lonelyness and boredom were problems I hadn't expected going in. I actually looked forward to physical rehab sessions just so I could get out of the house and talk to people. She'll have friends that won't know how to interact with her, but the sooner they see her, the sooner everyone will get over it, and get back to normal.
 
Will definitely keep you and your wife in my thoughts and prayers. Here is for a quick recovery with no relapse. May God watch over you both.

DaveB
 
Rick
You have our good thoughts and prayers for you and especially your wife from Wisconsin.
wis boz
 
Rick

Loved one with cancer. Been there too. One of life's little curveballs to say the least. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Eric
 
Rick, Thoughts and prayers are with you and Laura. We've been through a lot of cancer
and the doctors know the odds pretty well. If they say she has a 90% chance then
you have already been blessed. Prayers will be sent daily.
Keep the faith, John
 

Rick,
My best thoughts and prayers are with Laura and you. Take one day at a time and enjoy and appreciate all that comes your way.
Don't worry about the prodigal thing as most of us have been through similar events with family and friends.
 
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