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About joeisbusy

57. Male. Married 38 years. 4 daughters. 12 grandchildren. Diagnosed with cancer September 2013. Began blogging to keep family and friends aware and in contact. I also love to fish! Recently I picked up a kayak with pedals. I don't have to paddle. It is like riding a bike! I have several friends that have taken me out fishing since my battle started. I find it very relaxing and an awesome way to fellowship. In a future post I will tell of some very remarkable fishermen and woman, that I met online at PensacolaFishingForum.com. Some of the best folks you could ever have the pleasure of knowiI ng!

Part 9 (But) I’m not dead yet (Now known as chapter 9)

Posted on May 9, 2015 by joeisbusy

It just now occurs to me, I should be labeling these as chapters. That is definitely a sign that I must be starting to get right in the head! Maybe? Whatever, at least it makes more sense to me. Let … Continue reading →

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Part 8 (But) I’m not dead yet!

Posted on October 23, 2014 by joeisbusy

I know it has been awhile since I last gave an update. I’m sorry it has taken so long. Today is day 33 since the transplant. It has been a month of ups and downs. I am just now developing … Continue reading →

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Part 7 (But) I’m not dead yet

Posted on September 14, 2014 by joeisbusy

Reborn Through Stem Cell Transplant! It has finally happened! After being sent home two weeks ago because the C-Diff infection had returned, I was finally given the big dose of chemo on Thursday to kill all my stem cells, then … Continue reading →

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Cancer Is Not Funny, But It Can Be Hilarious!

Posted on September 4, 2014 by joeisbusy

Disclaimer: I am trying a different approach to how I present the evidence in this blog. It is getting closer to what I picture it looking like. A Twisted Look At Death, And Why It Will Never Take Me Alive! … Continue reading →

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Part 6 (But) I’m not dead yet

Posted on August 29, 2014 by joeisbusy

No transplant for me! My wife and I left for UAB on Tuesday afternoon. We stayed at the UAB Townhouses, a place for cancer patients from out of town. Wednesday morning, we checked in to the Bone Marrow Transplant Unit. … Continue reading →

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Part 5 (But) I’m not dead yet

Posted on August 26, 2014 by joeisbusy

  Transplant Time! Tomorrow is the big day! My transplant! I look forward, to getting this transplant over with, and hitting the road to recovery! Yes, they told me I will lose my hair, have a terrible taste in my … Continue reading →

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Have Friendships Ended Since Diagnosis

Posted on August 23, 2014 by joeisbusy

friend noun \ˈfrend\ : a person who you like and enjoy being with : a person who helps or supports someone or something (such as a cause or charity) This according to Merriam Webster dictionary is what a friend is. … Continue reading →

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Part 4 (But) I’m not dead yet

Posted on August 22, 2014 by joeisbusy

Stem Cell Collection August 22 I started giving myself injections of Neupogen last Thursday. I was doing 3 per day. These injections are done prior to the actual stem cell collection to boost your immune system and increase stem cell … Continue reading →

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Family Time

Posted on August 21, 2014 by joeisbusy

  This is my clan!  Left to right, front row, grandson, granddaughter’s boyfriend, granddaughter, number 2 daughter, me, wife, grandson, number 4 daughter, son-in-law and grandson, ex of number 3, grandson, back row left to right, granddaughter, granddaughter, number one … Continue reading →

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Part 3 (But) I’m not dead yet

Posted on August 17, 2014 by joeisbusy

Hospitals, Doctors and Other Fun Times! I know I just posted yesterday, but I’m actually feeling very good this morning! I haven’t had my 1st of 3 Neupogen injections for the day yet. The Neopogen is to stimulate stem cell … Continue reading →

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