that's AWEsome news!!!

the power of prayers!

The proof is starring us here right in the face, thank God.

Ha!!!

They took away my liquid fun. Put me back on the percs. plus anti inflam..plus muscle relax.

Interesting combination!!!

Yes.....Prayer is a Wonderful thingy!!!!

Happy to hear things are going well. Your are continually in my prayers.

Ghost, My prayers for you have been working

(((hugs)))

See? Never give up. Miracles do happen!

OMG I just now read this whooop hoooooooo Awesome news ......

Let me do my happy dance........

Oh my those granny's look like me....hot diggity dog...

Thank you Ladies!!
Noden....I'm sooo glad to see you back and cuttin up
With us!
Your friendship and wit have been sorely missed around here by many!!
Welcome Home My Friend!!

Ditto...........

What awesome news ! All the prayers are doing their job and you must keep a positive attitude and take one day at a time..... Thinking of you everyday and keeping you in my prayers..as I said before, miracles do happen.. Have a good day Ghost!!

Thank you Ghost , but you're the one that brought me out of my darkest hole, otherwise ....

thank you for that, and so happy to be here

now where's that friggin door, (runs, crashes into the side of her screen, damn, ouch, geeesh) once you're in, you can't leave, hahahha.

Kristi, ditto to you as well

Hi {{{{Miss Silverfox}}}}

Damn Ghost, I am so glad you got some great news for a change....
It was almost like Christmas for me to hear this !!!!!!!!!! I Love ya brother, More then you will ever know.......... I am doing the happy dance

Awwww happy for ya but ya still have a long road ahead.... Keep your spirits up and a smile on your face... Don't let the chemo bring you down have heard it effects each person different... Make sure you take your meds and eat even if you don't want too..

Ghost... glad to read some good news...

Try and use plastic silverware, it cuts down on the metal taste you get after chemo... also salt added to your food tends to bring out the taste alittle better....

Just eat my friend and lots and lots of water

listen to mom.. she's right!

another 'taste' booster is a blended sea salt and herb mixture from Switzerland.. you could probably find it either in a health food store OR your local "big" grocery store in the specialty or imported food aisle.. it's called HERBAMARE.. the red one's the BEST.. it says "spicy" but it really isn't.. I use it on EVERYTHING it's soooo delicious and brings out YUMMY flavory goodness!!!!!!!!!!!!

You've probably read or been told about recommended foods Ghostie, but i found this little morsel of information just in case.

1 - Yellow and Green Vegetables

Broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts are the best known varieties of the ‘cruciferous' vegetables and all have good records as cancer fighters because they're rich in ‘phytochemicals' such as sulforaphane.

Spinach is a dark, leafy green vegetable high in antioxidants and rich in ‘carotenoids' and folic acid, which are known to combat some cancers.

Pumpkin and carrots, which are high in ‘beta-carotene', have been shown to have protective effects against stomach cancers.

2 - Tomatoes

Tomatoes are rich in antioxidants especially vitamin C and ‘lycopene'. Antioxidants protect the body from cell and tissue damage, which is caused by harmful molecules called free radicals. Cooking tomatoes in foods such as spaghetti sauce can actually boost their ability to fight cancers.

3 - Oranges

Rich in vitamin C and ‘bioflavonoids', oranges and their juice are thought to be able to improve the blood lipid (fats) profile, reduce oxidative stress, and improve blood levels of HDL cholesterol.

4 - Garlic

This pungent member of the onion family has been hailed for its therapeutic benefits, especially for cardiovascular conditions. Garlic has also been reported to lower blood cholesterol and confer protection against cancer development and progression, and to boost general immunity.

5 - Tea

Tea contains antioxidant ‘polyphenols' called catechins. Green tea contains the highest levels of catechins, followed by oolong and black teas. Studies have shown catechins halt tumour cells and protect healthy cells from damage. Drinking three coffee-sized mugs of green tea a day might provide useful levels of polyphenols.

6 - High Fibre Foods

Either soluble or insoluble, dietary fibre (roughage) is not digested in the stomach or small intestine, as most other nutrients are. Some components of dietary fibber are broken down and digested in the large intestine (colon). Foods high in fibber such as grains, cereals, apples, and whole wheat are thought help protect against cancer of the colon.

7 - Peppers and Spices

Capsaicin, the active ingredient in hot chilli peppers, is thought to be able to kill cancer cells by damaging the cell membranes and limiting the amount of oxygen that reaches them. Many dried herbs we cook with, and some you may have in your garden, also contain very high concentrations of phytochemical antioxidants which have health benefits.

8 - Beans

Rich in isoflavones, a type of phytochemical, beans are thought to provide protection against prostate cancer. Soybeans have also been shown to have breast cancer-fighting properties as well as protective effects against cardiovascular disease.

9 - Olive Oil

One of the best and healthiest types of fat and high in phytochemical antioxidants and vitamin E. Olive oil is a major component of the so-called Mediterranean diet. Olive oil is thought to be helpful in prevention of breast and colon cancer.

10 – Berries

Berries including raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, cranberries, and red and purple grapes have high amounts of ‘ellagic acid', a plant nutrient with protective effects against oesophageal and colon cancer in animals. Berries are also rich in powerful antioxidant flavonoids. Ellagic acid alone does not account for the fruit's ability to inhibit cancer, so a healthy diet should contain suitable quantities of fruit.

Most health authorities say that the most effective diets for cancer prevention are those recommending eating these fruit and vegetables. It is also recommended that at least 2 fruit and 5 veg be consumed daily.

Not sure who is doing your cooking, but i'm sure there are some quite flavoursome recipes that can be made from that list. Vegetable lasagne or quiche comes to mind with a side dish of leafy salad, followed by a fresh berry sorbet or a fresh fruit salad drizzled with orange and passionfruit juice or honey...depending on your taste.

that's a really good list Kahurangi..

after the surgery though.. you MAY want to hold off on the broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and brussel sprouts until the healing is further along.. these particularly, in some people, CAN cause a gassy stomach which could perhaps increase the pain from the surgery.. just a thought.. but you know your body's reactions best!

if you don't really like spinach.. here's a simple recipe to 'sweeten' the sometimes bitter taste.. I do this about once a week and the kids love it too! deep fry the spinach in pure Olive oil (classic.. not the extra-virgin as it can be too harsh on the system).. let it drain well.. sprinkle some fruit sugar over all of it and you now have a delicate treat that any palette can stand, it's an old Chinese recipe and can sometimes be found at a local restaurant.. it's called 'crispy spinach'

I'm not partial to the texture of oranges so every morning I blend some orange and mango resulting in a vitamin packed smoothie.. very yummy..

I always have fresh raspberries or strawberries on hand too.. they go great with frozen yogurt as a refreshing dessert.. add a steaming cup of green tea.. and meals really satisfy now!

I've been eating like this for the past 20+ years.. and aside from the occasional flu or cold the kids brought home.. I've never felt healthier!!

hope this is helpful!