modbod Posted May 27, 2008 Author Share Posted May 27, 2008 Thank you all for your kind words and prayers. Keith, I enjoyed listening to Daniel's music and to your's and looking at your photos of Devon on your website. Devon seems like a lovely part of the world. I have dabbled a bit in recording as well over a year ago and attach below a link to one mp3 track; http://www.4shared.com/file/24279385/df ... meMP3.html If you can't access it don't worry as it is pretty bad anyway. Regards, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slim Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 Hi Michael Thats very sad news, his family will be in our thoughts and Prayers. aine x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil13 Posted May 27, 2008 Share Posted May 27, 2008 Hello Michael, Sorry to hear about your cousin - you, your cousin and family will be in my prayers. Phil xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jess Posted May 28, 2008 Share Posted May 28, 2008 Hi Michael I am really sorry to hear about your cousin, and welcome to the site. Jess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skippy Posted June 5, 2008 Share Posted June 5, 2008 Hi Michael So very sorry to hear about your cousin - he'll be in my thoughts and prayers. Sami xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modbod Posted June 5, 2008 Author Share Posted June 5, 2008 Cousin Peter sadly passed away yesterday. May he rest in peace. Thank you all again for your kind words and prayers. Regards, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 Hi Michael, So sorry to hear your sad news amd my thoughts are with you.....sending my sincere condolensces to you and your family.xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skippy Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 Oh Michael How awful for you and your family. Please accept my sincere condolences. Thinking of you and your family at this awful time. Sami xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bogbrush Posted June 6, 2008 Share Posted June 6, 2008 Sorry to hear your sad news. With deepest sympathy Keith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tennissmithy Posted June 13, 2008 Share Posted June 13, 2008 Sorry to hear your very sad family news. May he rest in peace. Laura x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jess Posted June 14, 2008 Share Posted June 14, 2008 Really sorry to hear that. Jess.xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modbod Posted January 15, 2009 Author Share Posted January 15, 2009 Hi all, I have not been on the website for a good while (since June 2008) so I thought I'd just say hello. I was supposed to have a cerebral angiogram after 6 months but it was about a year before I was called, in December 2008. Anyway it turned out I was clear, so that is good news and I do not have to go back for another angio in the future. Just when I was getting back to normal with the SAH I was diagnosed with prostate cancer last September and my prostate has now been fully removed after two stays in hospital. The various scans and biopsies suggest that all of the cancer was removed during surgery and that the prognosis is "excellent", but it also seems there is a 20% to 25% risk of recurrence. I know some guys who have had similar experiences and who are still clear many years later so I'm hoping for the best. The side-effects of this include sterility/impotence and incontinence---at age 60 the former is not that important to me and the latter is improving gradually although the nappies will continue for a while yet. Since September 2007 I've been in hospital seven times, mainly for the SAH and the cancer but also for a few other minor things--my hospital bills exceed Eur40k but thankfully VHI, the insurer, is paying for this. Hopefully 2009 will be a better year and my wife and I hope to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary in April 2009. I know I have been a bit of a pain for her of late but thanfully she is still living with me. Thanks for listening, Regards, Michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charty Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Welcome to a great site. I am 7 months post SAH and thought I was doing ok, then a cold knocked me back! still get tired and lack energy. I was able to drive 6 months after and what a relief that was. Take it easy and sleep when you have to. Caroline Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Beth1957 Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Hi Michael & welcome. It was good to read your story; thanks for sharing it. You certainly have made a good recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Hi Michael Wow ...you have done well.....i truly hope 2009 will be a better year for you and you will celebrate your 25th Wedding Anniversary in April in style.....you take care...love Tina xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Hi Michael, Nice to see you back on the website! You've certainly been through the mill, but good news about the angio and good to hear that they've been able to remove all of the cancer. Wishing you a much healthier 2009 and hope that your health continues to improve and that you can enjoy your 25th wedding anniversary .... it's definetly hard on the partners, as it also must be such a worry for them.... Take care Michael and it's great to hear from you!.... Love K xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tennissmithy Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Welcome back Hope 2009 turns out to be a great year, you really have been through it. Glad to hear the cancer has all been removed. Hope you can stay healthy and continue to gain better health Love and hugs Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skippy Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 Hi Michael Welcome back. Here's hoping to a better 2009 and that things remain good for you. Sami xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sasbo Posted January 16, 2009 Share Posted January 16, 2009 Hi Michael Phew, you've had a real rollercoaster ride in the last year but, hey, well done you for getting through it all so well. Here's to a much better 2009 for you both and congratulations for April for you milestone anniversary. Sarah x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modbod Posted January 17, 2009 Author Share Posted January 17, 2009 Thank you all for your kind words and good wishes. It is good to know that you are all still out there and ready to offer support and friendship when the going gets tough. Best wishes to all of you for a happy and successful 2009. Regards, Michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michelle C Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 Hi Michael just read your posts wow you have been through it...Heres to a happy and healthy 2009 and a wonderful celebration in April. Sending love luck and laughter Michelle C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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