jojo

It has been a while since I posted because we have been getting ready to put the house on the market and there has been lots to do but I have been keeping up with everybody here.

AH has been sober since July 12, since he got out of rehab. He has been doing intensive outpatient and 3 or 4 AA meetings a week. He is doing really well. I am proud of the work he is doing on himself and overjoyed to see the smiles on his face and the laughter. One day at a time and we are both enjoying those days.

Now, the prayer part. He came home from his first detox in June with a lump in his neck. Everyone in detox was sick with a cold and we thought that he just had a swollen gland. When it didn't go away, he went to the doctor who said that he had a sinus infection and perhaps the lump was from the infection. She put him on antibiotics and referred him to a specialist if it did not go away. Well, it not only hasn't gone away, it has gotten bigger. His doctor appointment is on Wednesday, and I am scared to death. We have been waiting 6 weeks for this appointment. I have been praying for him daily and hope that you will also send some prayers along to help us through this.

I just hope that it is God's plan to let him continue on the road to recovery without adding something that he can't overcome. Please send a prayer for Charlie.

Thanks, Jo

journeygal

((((((Jo))))))

Sending prayers for you and Charlie.

Hugs,
JG

Daffodil

Consider yourself HUGGED!

Prayers are on their way....

Love from one who cares

Ann

I'm sending prayers, too, Jo. And lots of hugs for both of you.

Hugs
Ann

jojo

JG, Daffodil & Ann -

Thanks so much for the prayers and the hugs. They help me feel not so scared. I'll keep your posted on how he makes out tomorrow.

Jo

Rainy

((Jojo))

Sending prayers to you and Charlie, you’ll be in my thoughts.

Take care,

boo

((((hugs))))) I hope Charlie will be okay.

Hangin' In

Jo,

Just know you and Charlie are in my prayers. Prayers are powerful things and I truly believe in them. Praying for good results from the doctor's appt.

Hugs,

Hangin' In

Rose56

Jo, my prayers are with you also, praying that God with support both of you and surround you with his love.

jojo

Thanks everyone for all your thoughts and prayers. We went to the doctor on Wednesday and he did a needle biopsy. The doctor seemed hopeful that whatever the lump is, it is in the salivary gland under his chin and not a lymph node which is good news if he is correct. We get the results of the biopsy next week. If the report is positive then Charlie has to have an ultrasound to make sure that there is no lymph node involvement.

Although I do feel better since seeing the doctor, I am still really uneasy because my mother died from lymphoma. I won't even be here for the doctor appointment because I am schdeduled to fly to Minnesota to visit my daughter and grandkids. I sure have mixed feelings about that!!!!! I wanted to cancel the trip but my husband said he would be really po'd if I did. This will be the first time I have been away since he has been in recovery and we are facing the unknown and I do worry about it. He has set up a good support system for himself while I am gone which I think is great. I think that he wants to show me, and himself, that he is doing well.

I don't mind hearing good news on the phone, but I would hate to have it be bad news and not be here with him. Even though he says that he really wants me to go and enjoy myself, I'm not sure that he isn't just saying that to be a good guy. I'm really torn. What would you guys do?

Jo

Daffodil

Hugs Jo,
I am happy for you and your husband....The first test always seems to be the hardest one....unless fear walks in the door.

I can completely understand how you feel....BUT I can't tell you what I'd do in such circomstances(?)....I am not there. I believe my heart would tell me that IF I have trust in my Higher Power all will be fine....NO MATTER WHAT is or isn't found. My head would say my staying or going won't make a bit of difference one way or another as to the results....and You don't really need to hear what fear says; 'cause it isn't important....

One thing I do know; The expert on Jo, is Jo and your Higher Power......

In the meantime, I will surround you with love and prayers. Please let us know so we can continue to support you in the fellowship with love, and understanding as well as our prayers.