New Journey 2
You know how if you want to make it rain, the best thing to do is wash your car? Well, Lori employed that strategy this morning by taking a shower. The minute she got in there her doctor called, so Lori got to conduct the conversation in her bathrobe.
Fortunately, many of you who have already been around this track have counseled us that things . . . will . . . move . . . slowly, especially at a huge facility like UC San Francisco Medical Center, which saves me from trying to crawl through the phone line and kick somebody in the fanny. Things do move slowly, but we were reassured by what Dr. Chapman told us this morning:
· Lori’s PET/CT scan disclosed one additional unhappy lymph node, up near her collar bone where the earlier scan of her tummy didn’t look. The GOOD news about that is that they can get at that one much easier than the abdominal lymph nodes, so are scheduling Lori for a needle biopsy ASAP.
· The other good news is that the PET/CT scan didn’t see any other trouble spots anywhere in her body . . . and that the bad stuff is growing slowly and not at a scary rate.
· (Amazing what qualifies as good news these days.)
Once the tissue from the biopsy is analyzed, then they will decide how to treat it and we will get started with radiation or (more likely) chemo.
In the meantime Lori seems to have dialed in on her meds – how much to take how often. She has less pain, less dizziness/nausea, and more energy although naps are still very attractive and not just for her.
The really good news is all of you. A wonderful warm high tide of love has rolled in here via blog responses, emails, cards, flowers, plants, and food. I am filled with regret that I can’t reply individually to each and every one of your many scores of messages as I would so love to do. This blog is our meager substitute . . . but please know how important your expressions are and how deeply we appreciate them.
Thank you. We love you. God bless you.
Oh, and . . . Kick Cancer’s Ass!
Hugs
Lori and Bill
hutch adventure 2 
You said it best “amazing what qualifies for good news these days” but I feel like it is such good news Lori! My heart is with you and Bill and family! Will keep the prayers going! xoxo
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You will Kick Cancer’s Ass (sorry Mom – no words are too strong for how we feel about this). And along the way, you will have the love and support of many people, and certainly your extended family. We love you both and send the best juju (whatever that is!)
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We love you too!
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So happy to be included in these messages and follow your journeys. Love to you both and positive vibes for Lori. xo, Monica
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Dear Bill & Lori
I just read your post and wanted to write and send you big hugs. Lori I’m sorry I hadn’t read about this sooner – that’s my fault for going too fast – and so I’m sending you extra positive energy and love. With your incredible approach to life and outlook I am sure this is but a mere hurdle but nonetheless I do hope you win the fight quickly and overcome it without delay.
Love & hugs,
Tracey Chappell
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Hi – you guys are amazing. What days of anxiety you have been going through, finding solace in each other. We’re following from afar but with continuing love, and friendship. Hang in there…as you know how to do obviously. Nice to read that you are surrounded by well wishing friends and family.
Ems
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Hi Bill and Lori,
That is very great news to hear. I am so glad that things seem to be looking up a bit. We have been thinking of you a lot and wishing for health and the best.
Take care,
Annie Bacon
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Dear Lori,
Hold on tight to every speck of good news. Pretty soon it’ll be a large handful!
xxoo ME
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Naps are necessary! Thankful for tests that show a hopeful path of treatment. Holding you in the light. Ann and Bill
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Thank you for sharing; What I know for you Lori and Bill is beyond whatever appears to be, visioning of health, wholeness, healing, love, strength, faith, laughter, peace in knowing that and more, all is in Divine order and the doctors are emissaries of that Divine essence. So bask in it all and know you are surrounded in, with, as love: the best is yet to be . Peaceful blessings
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Howdy from the Least Coast, about to be hurricaned again…this because I. just did a major raindance to put the gods of health and happiness on notice to point their powers in your direction. They have agreed— We are scheduled for 2 to 8 inches in next 24 hrs.
(That raindance really works.) Luv you both. k
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Give “C” a good swift kick from me and my puppy – we are thinking of you in a very positive fashion!
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Thank you for putting us in the loop. We are with you and knowing Lori with her incredible positive attitude and love surrounding her will heal. And we recognize it is a long journey. We send you a big hug and loving thoughts. Margarita and Peadar
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Celebrating with you on the good news that the CT/PET scan were, mostly, clear. In that sea of chaos, this is an island of hope. Having lived it, we remain with you as you progress on the journey. Know that you are not alone but surround with good wishes, love, and hope – which are are the essential baggage for this journey.
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KCA indeed! Welcome news!
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Hi Lori and Bill, Thank you so much for keeping us all up to date. I hope you have, indeed, figured out the right combination and timing of meds to keep the pain and nausea at bay. I hope dear Bill is being as nice to you as he possibly can and catering to your every wish and whim! And of course you will lick this thing!
Love you both, Ron and Renee
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sweet …. sweet …. And double sweet news !!!
Lori will be needing those naps to KICK IT GOOD !!!
Get that ‘game-face’ on Lori !!!
With you across the miles . I’m heading out end of October to meet Jack . Will stop by Sonoma to say a quick Hello if that is OK with you and your schedule .
Later, mary leary
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My Thoughts and prayers are
With you and your family!
Stay strong!
Coco Kennedy
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Lori and Bill: I somehow missed the first chapter of the Hutchadventure2 and so didn’t know until I read your latest of Lori’s cancer. I am sending her love and all good wishes for a complete recovery. Our thoughts are with you — you are in good hands at UCSF. Pat Eliot
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Lori and Bill,
Katie/Owen/jack
@ Tucker
🙏🏼
Peadar
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Keep up the good fight, Lori, and thanks for the (relatively) good news.
Best,
Rob and Lacey
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Bill and Lori,
I love you both. Please let me know Bill is there anything I can do.
I can make some food if you would like that. This is how I show my deepest love and care for you.
Please let me know and I love you both,
Nada
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Billl and Lori, this is definitely encouraging news and if it took a shower to get that phone call, so be it! Sometimes the worst part is waiting, waiting, and waiting …for something to happen. I hope the next step goes quickly so that treatment can begin ASAP. I’m thinking good thoughts and sending you lots of love.
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You are so strong together! Our thoughts are with you as you continue to push forward! Lori is a fighter! and she has a great coach in you Bill.
Gaby & Jessica
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You go Lori! Kick it in the arse
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Thank you for keeping us informed…. Blessings to you and your children as you embark on this journey…. There is nothing convenient about cancer. 💓
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Glad to hear the relatively positive news. We are thinking positive thoughts. Thanks for keeping everyone updated. love to both of you, Euie and Cordy
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Bill, thank you for keeping us in the loop. Keep smiling and visualizing that cancer’s ass has already been kicked!! Sending you love and hugs..Great big hugs….
NIZ
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Hi Lori and Bill,
We were glad to hear that you can move forward with a biopsy and get started with your treatment. Waiting is a challenge for you two and all of us, too! We send you both our love. Goodnight. Mica
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Hi guys,
Thanks for your latest update. All sounds positive considering where it began.
Yes, they move very slowly. What I found was that all the technical stuff sometimes gets in the way of the difficult emotional stuff. So I send a ton of love and concern.
Wish we were closer to you – physically, I mean.
Glen
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Chers Billlori
Good news are always good to take also small
The Big Will comme later for sure
Our best wishes from the Swiss mountain
Bises
Colandi
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Thanks for the followup and please keep us posted. Should you have trouble working the system Maureen might be able to help as she trained at UC and still knows a lot of folks there. Anyway cheering John & Maureeen
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Lori and Bill:
First of all…. sorry for my english, there are so many things I want to say, but… I need Rosa to translate! hahaha… 🙂
… I just know for sure, that every thing that hapens in our lives has a meaning and a lesson to grow up, in a spiritual way.
I personal, belive that sickness it´s a great opportunity in life to think about the only thing… does matters: Love! It´s a blessing to have so many people sending love through many ways from everywhere….
So, me and The Anaya´s Family are sending to you guys, love energy from deep inside our hearts.
xoxoxoxoxox
Edtih Anaya Perla
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Sending love to you dear Lori and to you Bill…..
I had no idea this had been a part of your path and whew… it is a lot.
All I really want to do is send love and hope for the best…
take good care of your beautiful selves,
Marci Graham
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Bill
A positive update supported by faith of many.
The strength that you and Lori are exhibiting is inspiring to all.
Love
Peter and Barbara
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Thanks so much for the blog Bill and Lori. I know you have so many priorities right now so this is really great for those of us on the outside. I have no doubt that you two will kick cancer’s ass in a big way. Sending lots of love and healing thoughts. And speed that the process will move a bit faster!
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Linda and I and your worldwide family love and admire you both for your fight and determination to give that nasty disease the whoopin’ is most certainly deserves. Our thoughts, prayers, and good wishes for your return to good health and long life are on their way to you every day. KCA!!
Linda and Isaac
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Continued prayers for you both.Thanks so much for the update. You are an inspiration. Sending much LOVE.
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