Surgery Update

 Sorry, if this seems rambling, I just wanted to let everybody know that I am doing awesome

I can’t thank all of you enough for all of the love and support. Seeing all the pink shirts yesterday was amazing the fact that there were 60-70 of you out there to see me off on Sunday left me with nothing but positive thoughts coming into surgery.

Surgery took longer than expected because I have a tough liver, so I think that stressed my wife and my sisters out. But the doctor did say that he got everything.

I was able to sleep on and off last night, but they were coming in every hour to do some thing, so it was just a series of little naps. This morning the surgeon came by told me that he was able to get the entire mass out with good margins, that means that they were good cells around the mass that he was able to take to make sure that he didn’t miss anything that was creeping out

He did see cirrhosis on the liver that was a surprise to him, but he thinks it’s relatively early and does not change my treatment.

I have been doing ice chips, but now they just moved me to a clear liquid diet, so I went all out and ordered water. They were able to get me out of bed and shuffle me over five steps. Now I am sitting up in a chair. They want me to walk around as much as I can today.

We don’t know anything about at home processes or chemo treatments yet. I will update people as we find out


I love all of you guys and can’t wait to give you back those hugs you sent me here with

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  1. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 9:47 AM

    Great news! Stay strong!

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  2. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 9:48 AM

    Glad things are moving along positively. Sorry we did not know about the gathering at your home or we would have been there. Love to you and Debbie.
    Rosemary and Steve

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  3. Kate (Dix) HrachMarch 21, 2023 at 9:50 AM

    That’s such great news! I’m wishing you a pain-free recovery and a quick return to bowling and golfing!

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  4. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 9:54 AM

    You continue to amaze me. Prayers for healing and your recovery.

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  5. David ShulerMarch 21, 2023 at 9:55 AM

    Jim, I am so happy things went so good. We are here for you. You and Debbie are very special people and we are here to help in any way needed. You have just been a complete rock star in the way you have and are handling such a tough situation. Not sure I could do what you are doing. God bless you both.

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  6. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 10:05 AM

    This is wonderful news, continued prayers for you and Debbie 💕🌸

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  7. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 10:07 AM

    Great news! Keep fighting and heal!

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  8. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 10:10 AM

    Wonderful News! 💗

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  9. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 10:11 AM

    Prayers for a speedy recovery

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  10. Carol HutchisonMarch 21, 2023 at 10:14 AM

    I am so happy you’re doing so well. David said it all - you’re a ROCK STAR! Debbie and you are the most amazing people I know! Your love for each other is so beautiful. Honored to be your friend!♥️♥️♥️ let’s get on with the next phase!♥️♥️♥️

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  11. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 10:20 AM

    Continuing to pray for you and Debbie

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  12. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 10:30 AM

    Great news, Jim. Hope recovery goes well. Julie and Pete

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  13. Tom PsarisMarch 21, 2023 at 10:40 AM

    Glad to hear the update is positive. Can't wait to see you back at The Villages.

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  14. Jenny SpeersMarch 21, 2023 at 10:43 AM

    Great news Jim!!!

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  15. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 10:47 AM

    So great to hear this but I for one am not surprised. You are a tough and determined cookie and you have always had such an amazingly positive attitude throughout all of this. Keep moving forward. Just like the surgery, you’ll rock the recovery. Get better quickly….we have some cruises to go on!!! Much love to both you AND Debbie! 🥰😘

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  16. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 11:19 AM

    You look fabulous!! I wore pink for you yesterday also but didn’t post a pic.
    Thank you Dear Lord for answering our prayers!! You are so kicking butt!
    Kay

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  17. Mike TurnerMarch 21, 2023 at 11:47 AM

    Awesome Jim ! Glad you're doing well, knew you'd beat this ! Stay strong.

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  18. Natasha ChercoMarch 21, 2023 at 11:51 AM

    This is great news Jim! So happy you are doing well! Will continue to pray for you and your family. Wishing you full and speedy recovery!

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  19. Mary LMarch 21, 2023 at 12:02 PM

    Cancer sucks ! The liver is an amazing organ that can regenerate! Wishing you a speedy and complete recovery 💕

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  20. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 12:27 PM

    Great news! Now rest and heal! Prayers sent up on your behalf.

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  21. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 12:40 PM

    So happy to hear that surgery went well!!!! Now for a speedy recovery!!!

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  22. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 12:41 PM

    Amen!!!!!! Awesome news!!!! So good to hear you’re up and about already!!

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  23. The HaitianMarch 21, 2023 at 12:43 PM

    Jim, my son defied the odds and kicked a brain tumors ass. And he was only three. Imagine what you can do at 52! Keep up the good fight.

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    1. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 9:20 PM

      Great news Jim keep up the good work

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  24. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 12:44 PM

    Such great news Jimmy!! It is behind you and healing is the task at hand. Enjoy your walks about the hospital and I hope they have good food.😀

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  25. Joe NetzelMarch 21, 2023 at 1:05 PM

    Be patient with the healing process, sounds like you are in good hands with your doctors

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  26. Pete BitterMarch 21, 2023 at 1:07 PM

    Glad to hear surgery went well!

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  27. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 1:33 PM

    Wonderful news Jim! Thanks for taking the time to send out an update.

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  28. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 1:48 PM

    So happy things went well for you. You are still in our thoughts and prayers, keep up the good work❤️

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  29. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 2:08 PM

    We love you too. So glad to hear they got it all and the margins were clean. Rest up that really is a good thing for you now

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  30. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 2:16 PM

    Awesome news Bone! Keep on going!

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  31. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 2:48 PM

    yay jello on the menu next...all you can eat jello!

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  32. Jim KeifferMarch 21, 2023 at 2:53 PM

    Hey Jim, you look great! Glad to read the surgery went well and moving on to the next step. Just remember: you have to do what the doctor and Debbie tell you.😉😁

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  33. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 3:24 PM

    Jim you are an inspiration love you attitude 💕

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  34. KathleenMarch 21, 2023 at 5:00 PM

    This is the best news, it’s only because you two are living your best life. God is blessing you. {{hugs}}

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  35. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 5:25 PM

    That’s awesome news Jim!!! Keep up the great work and attitude and I’m sure you’ll beat this!!

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  36. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 5:37 PM

    Glad to hear the surgery is behind you and you can now look forward to complete healing ❤️‍🩹

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  37. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 6:35 PM

    Being so honest and publishing your health issues takes alot of courage. Others facing similar health issues can look to you for help .Thank you for being so brave.

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  38. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 6:42 PM

    Jim, so happy things went well for you. You remain in our prayers. Wishing you a complete and quick recovery! Venise and Brian

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  39. Andrea WalenMarch 21, 2023 at 7:56 PM

    So so happy it went so well! It wasn’t just Debbie and your sisters who were stressing out with the long surgery! Just glad you’re okay and ready for the next step. You got this 😘

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  40. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 8:13 PM

    Sending healing vibes!

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  41. Rick EllenburgMarch 21, 2023 at 8:39 PM

    Hey Jim! So happy to hear you are doing so well so quickly!

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  42. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 9:29 PM

    Great news keep up the good work love Renee and Dudley ❤️🙏❤️

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  43. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 9:32 PM

    You are doing great Jim and thank you for giving us an update!

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  44. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 10:19 PM

    So glad that all went so well for you Jim... Jill and Bob Wagner

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  45. AnonymousMarch 21, 2023 at 10:25 PM

    Glad to hear Jimmy! Won’t be long until your hitting the links again. Take care Brian

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  46. AnonymousMarch 22, 2023 at 6:46 AM

    Continuing to pray! God bless and heal you entirely!!!
    Theresa B

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