THANK YOU EVERYONE for your prayers, best wishes, care and concern. I'm sure that, plus Ray's strength of body, mind and spirit, is what has pulled him through the operation today with flying colours!
Sheila (his mum) and I were waiting in the Critical Care Unit for 2 hours before we found out that he had been transferred straight to the Surgical Unit because he was doing so well. When we visited him he introduced his attending nurse - "meet Steve, my personal assistant" - yes, you can't stop that Ollerton cheekiness.
We are also relieved that Ray does not need a colostomy bag as there was a chance the colon would not reconnect cleanly.
We are so thankful to be over this first major part of the journey.
If you can keep your prayers going for when Ray starts his chemo treatment in about 4 weeks time I would be extremely grateful.
Will keep you posted.
Love Marg
17 comments:
Great news that all went well......please give Ray our very best wishes.
Love, Pete & Robyn Wickham.
Wonderful news Marg. Our families thoughts and wishes are with you all.
Steve, Megan, Jack, Darcy, & Gracie
Great News!!! But really .... You Ollertons are a tough breed and expected nothing less than to wake to this news (from the other side of the world) this morning ;) I wish you a swift recovery Ray and to all your nurses in the hospital, Marg and those looking after you at home... All the very best for the weeks to come!! ;) Will speak soon xx
Love Taz x
Wonderful news that the operation has been a success. My thoughts are with you. Love to Marg,Andrew,Tahnee and Marli and especially Raymond xx
Auntie Margaret, Darwen UK
Dear Ray, Chewy, Andrew, Tahnee and Marli,
Please add all our prayers to the collection of friends and family who love and admire you!We are focused on a 100% recovery for you which is totally do-able in this world full of mystery and miracles.
With much love
Ish, Netty, Moni + Jeremy and Jai'xxxxx
So glad all went well. Love to you all,
Tom & Margaret
Unc Ray - You Champion!!!! Hey, I know how we work ( us Olly's ) so am super chuffed. Loves and Hugs to you and Aunty Marg and girls. xxx
Traci, Donat & Tristan xxx
No wonder you got the "Big C" according to your profile your 1955 years old! - Thinking of you all Dave and Lynne
PS Did you get to keep the offending tissue in a jar?
Very pleased to hear you are getting on so well, Ray. We will keep you in our thoughts constantly.
Marie & Bob T
Dear Ray, Chewy, Andrew, Tahnee and Marli,
Delighted to hear that the op went well and that Ray is in good spirits. Our prayers are with Ray for a speedy recuperation and a return to some normality at home with those who cherish him.
With love from Liz (Netty's sister) and husband, Arnold.
Hi Ray,
I just found out. May the Lord continue to guide you through this time and may your faith and trust grow as you experience his grace, love and support.
regards,
David Lloyd
Hey! Bet you never thought you would get a message from me on the blogsite. Was over the moon hearing the great news regarding coming through your operation. Let's get back to chopping wood xx
Lots of love from Dad, Blackpool UK
So thankful for the news that your op went so well. Continuing to pray and to remember you and your loved family. Remember that God says 'I will not forget you, for I have engraved you on the palms of my hand'..Isaiah 49:15/16
Dear Ray, field manager extrordinaire.....
Praying & thinking of you & family, psalm 91 continues to 'be out there for you'
thank you for sharing your personal journey with us, makes us part of you & your family
Daryl & Janine
Hey Uncle Ray, Aunty Marg, Tahnee, Marli (and pocket!)...thinking of you all more now than ever. Hope you're not too sore Uncle Ray. Us Olly's are a strong breed (and stubborn - do you really think we will allow something to beaut us?, i dont think so!) Will keep reading the updated blog (i had a little giggle about the blog, its so 'modern'). Forwarding all our positive thoughts and prayers over your way. Love you all. Love your niece Ren, Leah and Rory xxxx
P.s - get better, i want you all at my wedding in Jan!!!!!
oops i meant beat ...
Hi Ray,
Good to hear your operation went well. Good luck in the next phase of your treatment and recovery.
Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Kind Regards
Bronwyn on behalf of GSC Chaplaincy Committee
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