OOAL or Out on a Limb

14 years ago

That's what my oncologist said today...I will quote her exactly....

I am going to go "Out on a Limb" and say that your cancer is in remission"....

she said my Cat Scan should no change what so ever and "No Evidence of Disease"....

You guys have been wonderful holding my hand so I wanted you to know...Just keep me on the prayer list because Remission doesn't necessarily last forever but for whatever time it is...I'm going to be thankful.

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kathi_mdgd
14 years ago
That's GREAT news Ruthie,hope i get the same in July when i have my cat and bone density test.

Stay healthy,it's been a looooooooonnnnnggggggggg road to get there so don't let your guard down.
Kathi
Marilyn Sue McClintock
14 years ago
Oh, that is really good news, so glad for you.

Sue
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lydia1959
14 years ago
Great news Ruthie! Keeping you in my prayers.
linda_in_iowa
14 years ago
I am so happy for you Ruthie.
evatx
14 years ago
What wonderful news, Ruthie!!!!!!!!!
jannie
14 years ago
So happy for you, I'll be continuing my prayers.
glenda_al
14 years ago
What wonderful news!
gadgets
14 years ago
That's the best news I've heard today so far. Congratulations.

Shirley
country_bumpkin_al
14 years ago
No sweeter words than REMISSION and NED!!!! Continued Prayers headed your way!!
patti43
14 years ago
Enjoy every single day, Ruthie, I'm really happy for you!
Jodi_SoCal
14 years ago
Excellent!
dotmom
14 years ago
It gives my heart a lift to hear some good news that someone is winning the fight against this insidious disease. I'm happy for you Ruthie, a big thumbs up!!! Dottie
ruthieg__tx
Original Author
14 years ago
Thanks everyone...I know that it might not last but I'm just going to keep on hoping...Thank you all.
pattico_gw
14 years ago
Yeehaw...it party time..Can we all celebrate with you....?

party patti
joyfulguy
14 years ago
What wonderful news, Ruthie!

Sending good thoughts, hopes ... and prayers.

Enjoy each day as it comes.

ole joyful
Mystical Manns
14 years ago
What a blessing! I have not walked in your shoes and just cannot imagine what you've been through. But I do admire your attitude so much.

**hugs to you!!!**
heather_on
14 years ago
FANTASTIC NEWS * NO EXPIRATION DATE * (NED) YAHOO!!!!!!!!!!
lindyluwho
14 years ago
Great news!

Linda
okwriter
14 years ago
What a GREAT limb to be out on!! YAY!
liz
14 years ago
great news Ruthie...I'm sooo happy for you and so glad the people you hold dear will have you in their lives for a long while!!
wildchild
14 years ago
Excellent news! You've fought a courageous battle and emerged victorious. Good work Ruthie and Ruthie's body.
Jamie_LA
14 years ago
Wonderful news Ruthie!
vannie
14 years ago
Welcome to the Survivor's Club. It's a fine place to be!!!
tami_ohio
14 years ago
What great news! I'm doing the happy dance!

Tami
User
14 years ago
That is great news.
kacram
14 years ago
Great news, Ruthie!!!!!! best news I've heard in a long time!
lisa_fla
14 years ago
Wonderful news!!
Zipper_TX
14 years ago
Yippee! Doing the happy dance for you Ruthie, Hugs!!!
Zipper
donna_oh
14 years ago
I'm so happy for you Ruthie!

Donna (^_^)
Mickey15
14 years ago
I'd do a happy dance for you Ruthie, but my dh is sleeping 3 feet away from me, so instead...I'm doing a chair dance for you! :o)
Awesome news!
Tammy
ruthieg__tx
Original Author
14 years ago
Thank you all so much...I so appreciate all my internet friends and I know how you all have held my hand...
alisande
14 years ago
Wow, Ruthie--that is really wonderful!!
marry
14 years ago
What wonderful news!
socks
14 years ago
I'll join your other KT buddies in holding that limb UP!!!

So happy for you.
cynic
14 years ago
Fabulous news Ruthie, and you so deserve this good news. Keeping my fingers crossed and all positive vibes going your way.

I'm sure you must be ecstatic and here's hoping your feeling wonderful physically too!
mamatoad
14 years ago
That's good news! I think of you often and I hope the "in remission" lasts forever! Your fighting spirit has been an inspiration! Bettye/AZ
marlingardener
14 years ago
Wonderful, wonderful news! I'm so very happy for you (and for us, since it seems you have quite a few fans here on KT)!
Now, enough lollygagging, get out there and garden!
Bless you.
Linda Wayman
14 years ago
Ruthie, that sure put a smile on my face, I'll bet you were grinning ear to ear. I'm so happy for you and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Linda
hgl_gaylemarie
14 years ago
Wow! Bless you! That's great news.
phyllis__mn
14 years ago
What great news to see this morning....I've thought of you so very much as you've gone through this, so feel a part of your jubilation.

Phyllis
ruthieg__tx
Original Author
14 years ago
Thanks so much...I have been putting off a few things (like my garden) to see if chemo was going to take over my life so I do have things to get done....A generous "Internet" friend sent Italian squash seeds and bean seeds...time to get them planted...Again thank you!
jaybird
14 years ago
PTL!!! Thank you for letting your fans know :^)
Many blessings to you,
J
ann_in_florida
14 years ago
What wonderful news this is !!! Thank goodness for good friends and good prayers!!!
katclaws_mo
14 years ago
So very happy for you!
sandiefl
14 years ago
Ruthie, it is wonderful to be in the Remission club! I am so happy for you and know exactly what you are feeling. I have been planting seeds this week also. I thought it was a Spring thing but maybe more of a rebirth. Take care and God Bless.

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