Medical Marvel! AKA. A Miracle from YOUR Prayers
As you may know, I finished chemo late April/early May of 2008. I had surgery in May and the Dr.’s figured I should do a clinical trial in Ann Arbor.
However, the clinical trial ended in Ann Arbor, so I’m now going (have gone) to Louisville.
Through YOUR positive thoughts, spreading the love, and prayers, I have become and will continue being a Medical Marvel.
It was required that before I went to Louisville that I had an MRI done because it has been more than 30 days since my last. When I met the Dr. in Louisville (Dr. Rashad) he mentioned that my tumors have shrunk!! They have shrunk without any chemotherapy within the last 2 to 3 months!! I was so excited and almost cried with enjoy. It was good to hear this news especially since it was the first time my Dad actually came into the room with the doctor.
However, with my detailed/accounting ways I wanted a second opinion on the measurements of the tumors from the MRI, since Carle hospital did the MRI (Hence why it has been so long since I have posted an new update). Carle hasn’t been all that involved, but Indianapolis has, so I called them to double check.
Sandy (oncology nurse for Dr. Rushing in Indy) informed me a couple of days later, and confirmed that the 3 big tumors have shrunk without having any chemo treatment! Dr. Rushing doesn’t know why this happened. Hence I titled myself as a medical marvel/miracle.
It’s because of all your support, thoughts, prayers, and love that this is working. Plus
Thank you JESUS!! And the big man too.GOD!!
So continue your support with this new clinical trial in Louisville!!! Thank you soo much!!! Plus this is only the beginning of this miracle!
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August 13th, 2008 at 5:00 pm
Sweet dude..
August 13th, 2008 at 5:06 pm
CONGRATS DOOD! Awesome news! Sorry I missed you AIM! This is fantastic! Go out and celebrate!!!
August 13th, 2008 at 5:19 pm
Awesome new Nick. It’s heart warming really.
August 13th, 2008 at 5:21 pm
That is the best news I have heard in quite some time. Very happy to hear it - you are right, it is only the beginning.
August 13th, 2008 at 5:21 pm
Take a little credit too! You amazing attitude and positive nature has to be behind it too!
August 13th, 2008 at 5:30 pm
Awesome my man. I really didn’t know what you were talking about regarding shrinkage until I saw the spreadsheet:-)
August 13th, 2008 at 5:40 pm
Great news Nick! I’m so glad you’ve shared the wonderful news with us. Time to celebrate!
August 13th, 2008 at 6:01 pm
Nick, again I am sooooooo thrilled by this news! It’s not only because of the support from all around you but also your amazing outlook and spirit! You have remained positive throughout. We can all learn from you. Big hugs and kisses from Canada. D. xox
August 13th, 2008 at 6:09 pm
Great News! Beautiful.
August 13th, 2008 at 6:14 pm
Nick, I am so excited and happy for you!!!!!!
August 13th, 2008 at 6:24 pm
Wow! How super awesome
“Prayer changes things.” I’ve had a pencil since probably 10th grade that says that on it. You are living proof now.
I’m thrilled for you bro!!!
August 13th, 2008 at 6:26 pm
I’m so happy for you! We’ve all sent you positive thoughts. I hope to see you next time you’re in Chicago!
August 13th, 2008 at 6:28 pm
AWESOME news!! Joseph and I have included you in our nightly prayers. We will continue to pray for you until you’ve beaten this stuff! Thanks so much for the update. Good luck in Lousville.
Love,
Raegan, Scott & Joseph
August 13th, 2008 at 6:29 pm
Best news I have heard in DAYS!!!! effinAright! THANK GOD! Keep it up Schmidty!
August 13th, 2008 at 6:39 pm
We are all so happy in VA about these news. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts. You look great!!!
Jen, Richard and Charo in VA
August 13th, 2008 at 7:11 pm
WOW!! What great news - positivity pays
Keep fighting man and we’ll keep you in our thoughts, let’s shrink those things away…
August 13th, 2008 at 7:17 pm
Nick! that is great news! Much love and may God continue to bless you and the tumors!!
August 13th, 2008 at 8:01 pm
Nick, PTL! My friends and I were just praying for you today. We will continue to do so. God is so good! May your life be a testimony of that! Lots of love! Give your dad a hug from us and then have him give you a hug from us:)
August 13th, 2008 at 8:23 pm
KEEP IT UP!!! Zap those things!
August 13th, 2008 at 8:25 pm
Praise Jesus!! I’ve been praying for you for some time now and all things work in God’s time.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6
August 13th, 2008 at 8:37 pm
YESSSSS!!!!! ROCK ON, my friend! I’m so happy for you… shrinking tumors FTW!
August 13th, 2008 at 9:01 pm
excellent news, nick!
August 13th, 2008 at 9:54 pm
Nick, Thanks for spreading the great news. You have always been and continue to be a true inspiration. Ah–WU…Bring tha muthafukin ruckus!— Love you bro!
August 13th, 2008 at 10:56 pm
Great news! I agree, you must take some credit as well. You have a great attitude that makes things happen. Keep it up! You remain in my thoughts and it was great to see you last week.
August 13th, 2008 at 11:50 pm
Fantastic and inspiring! Time to celebrate!
August 14th, 2008 at 12:26 am
Nick, you’re AMAZING. Thanks so much for posting this info! Keep up the positivity!!
August 14th, 2008 at 5:08 am
I would expect nothing less from you Schmidt. Congrats!!!!!
August 14th, 2008 at 6:08 am
Makes sense — swimming marvel - MBA marvel - medical marvel ——in many ways a marvel!
Minnis
August 14th, 2008 at 6:37 am
Woooo hooooo! I will keep sending prayers, and you keep kicking butt. Way to go- J
August 14th, 2008 at 7:23 am
Man! That’s absolutely amazing. You’re beatin’ it. You’re beatin’ it DOWN!
Also, nice spreadsheet Mr. Bean….Bean C-O-U-N-T-E-R
that is!
August 14th, 2008 at 7:30 am
nick - that is awesome!!!
August 14th, 2008 at 7:42 am
You just HAD to wear a Cubs shirt for this post huh? j/k That’s awesome news and best of luck with the rest of your recovery.
August 14th, 2008 at 7:42 am
Go Schmidty, go Schmidty, GOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!
August 14th, 2008 at 8:04 am
Nick i am soooo happy 4 you! and yes we will continue praying! i send u a big hug and tons of kisses!! keep that smile in your face i know more good news are on ur way!!!
August 14th, 2008 at 9:41 am
You’re simply amazing!
August 14th, 2008 at 9:45 am
congrats nick! I am so thrilled for you. your attitude is amazing- and it is inspirational to all of us!! thinking of you.
August 14th, 2008 at 12:45 pm
Wow… Nick… awesome! I am so extremely happy to hear this news! You ARE a miracle… but those of us that know you already knew this! Keep kicking cancer and tumor butt!
August 14th, 2008 at 1:39 pm
Hi Nick, I heard about your bad news from Barb Barker, who I know very well from Mahomet. Today Sue Wittman told me she had some news I would be interested in and it was this site!! I am so happy to hear this good news!! My thoughts and prayers have been with you! I hope you have nothing but more good news in the future!!!
Cymi
August 14th, 2008 at 5:49 pm
I never thought I would be congratulating a man on his shrinkage, but…YEA!!!!
August 15th, 2008 at 6:16 am
Fabulous! I am so happy Nick; this is amazing news!!!
August 15th, 2008 at 8:15 am
Nick, that is great news. I know you will win this fight. Mark
August 16th, 2008 at 10:04 pm
nick — this is outstanding news! i’m go happy to hear you’re doing better. keep it up man. and it’s amazing to read everyone’s comments. you’re an inspiring guy!
August 18th, 2008 at 11:47 am
This is wonderful news, Nick! I’ll keep sending you positive thoughts.