BCCF Fundraiser in Support of RD

Russian Dood · Post by **Russian Dood** » Wed Nov 23, 2011 11:44 am

Hi guys!

Here is my weekly report. Nothing to report except I am getting off steroids. Today is the last day I took the pill and since the dosage changed 3 weeks ago I already started losing weight around "steroid" areas. The only down side I am so weak - it's unbelievable! Last couple of days I am feeling better than during the last three weeks, but on the weekend I barely could stay awake for more than three hours

So I had to stop doing my brain training exercises.

But I am getting stronger. Another couple of weeks and I'll be almost as new, I think. And then I'm going on chemo.

That's all my news.

Cheers

Andrei

downwind dave · Post by **downwind dave** » Wed Nov 23, 2011 11:51 am

Hey thanks for checkin in on the weekend.. are you SURE it wasnt the Grolsch that made you sleepy!

Positive vibes from us!

nanmoo · Post by **nanmoo** » Wed Nov 23, 2011 12:52 pm

Good to see you on the weekend, missed your crocs, enjoyed the Grolsch.

I'm on the score board.

- Tony

mortontoemike · Post by **mortontoemike** » Wed Nov 23, 2011 9:25 pm

RD. I play hockey on Wednesday night with a guy who had a malignant brain tumor. He had an operation, chemo, radiation, and now he is back playing hockey and looks and feels great. It can and will be beat. He's proof! Mike

Wavos Rancheros · Post by **Wavos Rancheros** » Thu Nov 24, 2011 12:54 pm

Best Wishes to Andrei and family with our donations to BC Cancer Foundation.

Roger Duddridge, and my Mom, Hilda Duddridge.

C36 · Post by **C36** » Thu Nov 24, 2011 4:09 pm

RD:

Glad to hear your off the steriods and are feeling a little better!

You may feel weak, but you are stronger than the cancer!

Just remember your body is healing while you sleep.

It is all part of the healing journey.

Healing toughts continue to be sent your way!

bwd · Post by **bwd** » Thu Nov 24, 2011 5:02 pm

Just to let everyone know that the tax receipt issue has been finally cleared up

Everyone will be receiving a tax receipt for their full donation to the BCCF.

In order to do this, I have to state that you will not be getting a raffle ticket for your donation. You are donating to the BCCF in support of Andrei, and the draw is separate ... But we will be holding a fun draw around Jan 7th with the prizes listed in the first post. We will consult some sort of list to get the people entered into the draw

Lots of healing thoughts to you RD!

Sandy Beach · Post by **Sandy Beach** » Thu Nov 24, 2011 5:37 pm

bwd wrote:Just to let everyone know that the tax receipt issue has been finally cleared up

Everyone will be receiving a tax receipt for their full donation to the BCCF.

In order to do this, I have to state that you will not be getting a raffle ticket for your donation. You are donating to the BCCF in support of Andrei, and the draw is separate ... But we will be holding a fun draw around Jan 7th with the prizes listed in the first post. We will consult some sort of list to get the people entered into the draw

Lots of healing thoughts to you RD!

BWD, thank-you for the update and we all really appreciate how much time and energy (especially behind the scenes) you have devoted to this fundraiser.

Positive healing vibes flowing your way, RD, and your flag flying at C.B. was awesome to see today in the webcam!

Great to see so many donations for the cause.

nanmoo · Post by **nanmoo** » Mon Nov 28, 2011 10:23 pm

On behalf of my favorite wife

Melodie just kicked in for the cause too.

Russian Dood · Post by **Russian Dood** » Wed Nov 30, 2011 2:07 pm

Hi guys!

Here is my weekly report. Still getting off the steroids. I can't believeit is that difficult! Every time I get off them completely I get fever so I have to go back and just reduce the amount I take. Every time I reduce the dosage I am so weak I barely can move for a couple of days. But I am on 0.25 mg instead of 4 mg. I guess I am getting there!

Another news: I got permission from my doctor to drive. That is nice since some times I feel like I am in prison in my own appartment, but now I can drive around!

Just a reminder for you guys, next week I start my first chemo cycle. That is going to be interesting ...

Thats all my news.
Cheers
Andrei

ToesideT · Post by **ToesideT** » Wed Nov 30, 2011 3:26 pm

Good Luck next wekk друг. Vizualize Victory!
Look forward to another paddle on a sunny day.

C36 · Post by **C36** » Thu Dec 01, 2011 9:34 am

RD: Sorry to hear it has been so hard to get off the steriods completely.

But glad to hear you have gained back some freedom with driving!

Try to keep focused on the finish line, you have come a LONG way already! Keep focused, keep strong - you can do it!

Like with any 'repair' project, sometimes you have to make things look worse before they look better.

Just think how cool it will be when the 'rebound' kicks in!

Strength and healing thoughts sent your way (as always).

skywalker · Post by **skywalker** » Sat Dec 03, 2011 5:24 pm

Hey Guys,

Just a reminder that the movie night is tomorrow at the RVYC from 6-9 pm!

Should be a good time, Mike has some good movies lined up.

Luke

winddoctor · Post by **winddoctor** » Sat Dec 03, 2011 6:41 pm

Steph and I have donated and send many positive vibes, Andrei!

Winger · Post by **Winger** » Mon Dec 05, 2011 1:12 pm

Andrei: Sorry to hear you were under the weather and could not attend the Fund Raiser. It was a great turn out with lots of sailors there to support the night. Try to stay strong and battle through those drugs!
Dave...

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