It had grown through the wall of my colon and spread to the lymph system. Here I was at 46 years old being told to get my life in order for my wife and two children, Robin 27 and Shane 23. This cancer thing changes the lives of your whole family and touches those who love you. You think about the things you never found time to do. How the mind changes the way you think of life's little problems and joys.
Cancer is very humbling.
Well, the treatments slowed and things got better in spite of the percentages that the doctors, books, and WWW sites told me. Some of us can beat this nasty disease. The information provided by the CCA on this website should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or a disease. It is not a substitute for professional care. If you have or suspect you may have a health problem, you should consult your health care provider.