Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Ray has started to feel the tumors in his liver - a sensation he describes like having a 'stitch'. We thought he might need to start chemo this week, but as the pain is minor and Ray is sleeping and feeling well otherwise, Dr Warren feels it will be better for him to wait until the new clinical trial starts. This won't be for another 4-5 weeks so in the meantime, Ray is having a liver functioning blood test to check that it is OK to wait this long. Unfortunately, if Ray starts chemo in Bendigo, he won't be able to do the clinical trial at Peter Mac in Melbourne which will hopefully give him a better mix of drugs! Please keep your prayers, thoughts and positive vibes going for Ray.
Marg
Feeling in good spirits. Journaling, meditating, juicing, practising guided imagery, reading and practising a wholistic approach to my healthcare. Having a red-hot go at disproving the statistics for longevity! Hope you are all well. Please feel free to contact me in whatever way you feel is appropriate.
Blessings to you all.
Ray

16 comments:

Anonymous said...

Hi Ray & Marg,

Our prayers & thoughts are with you always. Wishing you all the best with the treatment Ray.

Love from,

Aunty Mary, Uncle Neville,Geoffrey, Aunty Joyce & Patricia. XXXXX

Anonymous said...

Passed on your blog news to John, he says he will pone you tomorrow, our time wed.am
Thinking about you, sending love and prayers
Auntie Margaret xxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Anonymous said...

Hi Ray & Marg
I'm believing that you will wake up one morning & know Jesus visited you during the night & completely healed you. (He is the God of the impossible).
So looking forward to hearing THAT testimony!
Janine H

Anonymous said...

Hi Ray and Marg,
You guys are STRONG and FABULOUS.
We don't keep in touch often but the Coon clan is large and far reaching, and we say Hi with the sincerest of thoughts.
Lots of love, Emma, Stephen, Lucy, Baxter, Carolyn, Ben (from Norway) and Ruby.

Anonymous said...

We just prayed for you, & always thinking of you.
Our sea change is happening!
Janine & Daryl

Janine Lebkowski said...

Dear Ray,
Andrey and I are thinking of you, we are going on holidays soon.We left a message on your phone so could you get Marg to ring us as we have an idea about accomodation in Melbourne if it is required.
Love from Andrey and Janine

Anonymous said...

Dear Ray & Marg,

We're thinking & praying for you. It would be amazing if we finally get this post to work!

Love,
Helen, Nick, James & Vanessa

Anonymous said...

Hey Ray, My best wishes are with you and your family. Hang in there mate.

Love from Dan Schuppan

Anonymous said...

Hi Ray Marg and the girls...this is the third try I have had at posting this ...but you are worth it!!! You are doing well to keep us all up with your situation ...hope you are able to hang in until your preferred treatment time comes. John has 10 days to his op..he is in good form and feels well apart from the pain in his leg.Although he gets tired due to the medications and antibiotic he spends some time on the computer reading news and contributing his thoughts sometimes. Think of you often and send the odd 'arrow' prayer up as well.
Love and blessings to you all
Ronda & John XXXX

Anonymous said...

Hi Ray and Marg and girls, I love it when you ring through to the office Ray, you are such an encourager, my prayers, and God's blessings be with you all today and always, love Joy

Anonymous said...

Hi Ray,
Once again i am sorry you have to deal with this. You are an amazing person and a treasure:) i hope that it doesnt hurt to much because it saddens me to think you're in pain. Always thinking of you and appreciate the updates! Keep well n most importantly be happy.
Anna Wiseman

Anonymous said...

Hi Ray, Marg & girls
We think of you often and know you are doing your upmost to fight this dis-ease. It is great that you are enjoying as much of life as you can! Sending you much love & light
Jane, Marnie, Ryan & Alexia

Anonymous said...

hi
Thinking & praying for you all.

Thank you for sharing your journey so far,
love Daryl & Janine

Anonymous said...

You ALL are always in my thoughts everyday x
Sending you all my love, good energy, hugs and kisses...
Taz

Anonymous said...

Hi
Just been thinking & praying for you all
kind regards
Janine H

Anonymous said...

OMG!! Mum has only just told me.. and reading all of the entries.. Ray it's great to hear ur travelling ok. As Anna said you are such and amazing person and to hear that ur suffering saddens me so much. I remember how your cheerful happy face always brightened up my day at mrc.. My prayers are with your family and friends.. with lots of fond memories Anthea Laurie xoxo