August 03, 2004
Every Journey Begins with a Single Step
In mid-July I was having some minor digestive problems and went to my doctor for a check up. He determined that the stomach problems were clearing up and ordered a blood test to see if there were any concerns in that area. I asked him to include a PSA test as well since my PSA numbers had been high for some time. The PSA came in high (43) and resulted in an immediate appointment with my urologist followed by a prostate biopsy which was positive. On the basis of that information I scheduled surgery in Bellingham for August 9th but at the doctor's invitation arranged for a second opinion with Dr. Celestia S. Higano, a specialist in prostate cancer at the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (Fred Hutchinson, UW Hospital and Children's Hospital).
Posted by Donel at August 3, 2004 04:39 PM
I am so proud of you Donel!
You are now experiencing 'the gift of death' - a very dear time. There is time to recognize one's life achievements [yours are many!], settle most accounts, and prepare one's self for the journey. I appreciate the burden that has been lifted from you.
I have been by the side of many souls who have made this journey over my 20 years of nursing service. It is amongst the most impressive of life's gifts.
I am thankful and happy for you at this time.
With love,
your neighbor, Lisa Wallis
I am so proud of you Donel!
You are now experiencing 'the gift of death' - a very dear time. There is time to recognize one's life achievements [yours are many!], settle most accounts, and prepare one's self for the journey. I appreciate the burden that has been lifted from you.
I have been by the side of many souls who have made this journey over my 20 years of nursing service. It is amongst the most impressive of life's gifts.
I am thankful and happy for you at this time.
With love,
your neighbor, Lisa Wallis
Posted by: lisa wallis at March 31, 2005 12:42 PM