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Hey Bill, it’s funny bcz God blessed me with being a very optimistic person. I’ve always tried to be thankful and appreciate things, but now I am even more more thankful and appreciative for even smaller things. I’ve known even at the sadness of my initial diagnosis that God was going to use this and I’ve tried to be ready and available. The only time I feel like I falter is when I’m in pain (post biopsy, super crazy muscle pain while taking the at home targeted therapy, etc). But you know, pain does something else…it really purifies you bcz you are so laser focused on it that there’s really nothing left except you & God. I mourn for people who don’t have the Lord. Can’t fathom going through this without knowing I have a purpose and life in heaven sonmeday.

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There you are, was hoping I had not scared you off with my last post. Yes I
have been the optimistic one here as well. I did some reflection on
beneficial suffering, a topic you can Google. It's what you have described
here, the pain and anguish of anticipation brings you closer to God. I feel
blessed because I am able to still function with little pain after 16
chemo. The diagnosis is still scary but there seems to be many options I
read about so staying positive and taking the lead to get to mayo is part
of my optimism and belief I can get to remission and even a cure..thanks
for your response. Headed for a weekend retreat but will look for your
response upon my return