Archive for 2011

A Torch to Lite my Way

Over the past twelve days while my body battles healing complications, insomnia and discomfort, my mind has been at war with anxiety, frustration and depression and I have not made it out of the clouds yet. Deliverance to a content and confident mind does not come easily… Does one rage against the impending darkness with fight and vigor or attempt to move calmly forward by acceptance and patience? In all honesty, neither come easily nor are they the answer to ...

6
DEC

Categories: Uncategorized

Tags: beat the challenge, Colorectal Cancer, patience, RectoSigmoid Resection, Sigmoid Colon Resection, surgery recovery, tj baudanza, Torch to light my way

Give Thanks

Posted by: tbaudanza

To the Troops,

TJ is finally out of surgery and all went well. Dr. Cusack performed laparoscopic surgery to remove the mass in the colon without any issues. He will be in recovery for the next 2 hours and then moved to a room where we should be able to see him. The surgical team got a bit of a late start as the actual procedure began around 12:10 pm. Thanks again to everyone for so closely following Teej’s progress and ...

23
NOV

Categories: Uncategorized

Tags: be prepared, beat the challenge, cancer fighting diet, challenge, colon cancer, Colorectal Cancer, confidence, cure cancer, get your rear in gear, tj baudanza

Evil Beaver Removal

Posted by: tbaudanza

TJ was “very ready” to get this surgery over with and was brought in at approximately 10:30am to have the mass removed from his colon. We anticipate the surgery will begin sometime around 11:30am and should take approximately 3 hours or so. It is hopeful that Dr. Cusack will perform the surgery using a laparoscopic technique which will be much less invasive. . I will update everyone once we hear from the surgeon.

Again, many thanks to TJ’s Army as everyone’s ...

23
NOV

Categories: Uncategorized

Tags: beat the challenge, cancer fighting diet, colon cancer, cure cancer, evil beavers, get your rear in gear, listen to your body, Surgery

Be Thankful and Your Life Relatively

Posted by: TJ Baudanza

Good Morning Friends, Family, Strangers,

I’d like you to visualize an expansive thanksgiving table, the plush cushioned seats are packed with dear friends, family, acquaintances and a sea of other individuals that have at some moment touched your life. The fine china stacked high with delicious golden turkey, casserole dishes filled with sides stealing all the colors of autumn, and a giant karaf of warm, thick, gravy. A picturesque scene that will surely get you salivating, yet, all of these items are absent ...

22
NOV

Categories: Uncategorized

Tags: beat the challenge, CEA, colon cancer, Colon Resection, Colorectal Cancer, Engaged, Thanksgiving, tj baudanza, You Only Live Once

As Energy Rises, Pain Dwindles, Clarity returns

Posted by: TJ Baudanza

Good morning troops,

I am happy to report that I am finally starting to feel some of the recovery in this recovery process. My energy levels over the passed couple days have perked dramatically to let in a little strength, humor and positive attitude back into the mix. Liver/Gall bladder surgery recovery as I stated in my last blog is an exhausting, painful process. The pain meds also tamper significantly with your mood, perceptions and memories leaving reality as an intangible ...

5
NOV

Categories: Uncategorized

Tags: beat the challenge, colon cancer, Colon Surgery, Colorectal Cancer, Gall Bladder Surgery Recovery, get your rear in gear, Liver Resection, Liver Resection Recovery, tj baudanza

“A Gift from Heaven”

Posted by: TJ Baudanza

Welcome to the Flipside,

Recovering from liver and gall bladder surgery is a colorful blend of searing pain, delusional fatigue, and utter exhaustion, but you will find that the most delicious of fruits are often protected by a spiny, painful armor and the reward inside once reached is euphoric and well worth the laborious struggle to obtain it. Life is exactly that if appreciated, euphoric. The simple, beautiful, intricate things we overlook everyday can be so amazing if the time is taken to observe, ...

26
OCT

Categories: Uncategorized

Tags: beat the challenge, colon cancer, Colorectal Cancer, gall bladder, Liver Resection, My Army, Reason to Live, surgery recovery, tj baudanza

On the Road to Recovery

Posted by: tbaudanza

Everyone,

Great news! We met with TJ’s surgeon minutes ago to hear that TJ had the best of possible outcomes. Dr. Tanabe successfully removed 9 lesions/tumors from his liver leaving enough healthy liver so that he can continue to “Beat The Challenge”. We learned that we should expect some bumps along the road to recovery but again, the surgery, 6 1/2 hours long, was a success.

Once again, we cannot thank everyone enough for the positive thoughts and prayers. At this moment ...

17
OCT

Categories: Uncategorized

Tags: be prepared, beat the challenge, cancer fighting diet, CEA, challenge, colon cancer, colon cancer symptoms, Colorectal Cancer, cure cancer, Cure Colon Cancer, Liver Resection, Surgery, tj baudanza

Off to Surgery

Posted by: tbaudanza

Everyone,

Teej was wheeled off to surgery this morning at 6 AM telling us all and especially Amanda that he was going to be just fine and he would see us on the “flip side” of the procedure. We have to remind ourselves constantly that surgery is a positive path since it was not a consideration when he was first diagnosed back in July. Lacking any alternative cure (as of today) surgery is the only cure for colon cancer. Thanks to ...

17
OCT

Categories: Uncategorized

Tags: be prepared, beat the challenge, cancer fighting diet, challenge, chemo, chemotherapy, colon cancer, Colorectal Cancer, confidence, cure, cure cancer, Cure Colon Cancer, Liver Resection, Stream of Consciousness, tj baudanza

Tomorrow… Your Challenge Begins

Posted by: TJ Baudanza

Hi Everyone,

In less than 12 hours I head into the operating room for a nice little nap while my surgical team prepares for their end of this battle. At that moment, I get to to take my first vacation from this challenge and rest (until the fun times of the recovery room begin.) That moment is where I am asking you to begin…. I know so many of you have been fighting alongside me with your prayers, positive energy and ...

16
OCT

Categories: Uncategorized

Tags: 5k walk, Battle Orders, beat the challenge, colon cancer, get your rear in gear, tj baudanza, Your Challenge Begins

Ahead of the Pack, Diving Head First into the Second Leg

Posted by: TJ Baudanza

Hey Guys and Gals,

I have successfully and healthfully made it through the first leg of what is turning out to to be a triathlon against cancer, my first six cycle’s of chemotherapy treatments are complete! My body reacted to the chemotherapy better than expected and has thus opened a new door as I enter the second leg of this challenge: surgery. I am scheduled for a complicated liver surgery on October 17th. A surgery that was not originally possible at the outset ...

8
OCT

Categories: Uncategorized

Tags: beat the challenge, colon cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Liver Resection, tj baudanza

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Archive for 2011

A Torch to Lite my Way

Give Thanks

Evil Beaver Removal

Be Thankful and Your Life Relatively

As Energy Rises, Pain Dwindles, Clarity returns

“A Gift from Heaven”

On the Road to Recovery

Off to Surgery

Tomorrow… Your Challenge Begins

Ahead of the Pack, Diving Head First into the Second Leg

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