We are all in this together, or not, depending on how much or how little we as individuals wish to share and seek advice, clearer understanding, and/or simple but necessary compassion. I’ve been following this blog daily since I became a Mayo prostate cancer patient four months ago. I had RLP on July 10 and my labs all came back clear except for what was in the prostate itself. I feel very blessed and would like to think I have dodged a bullet, and maybe I have, but I also know this disease very likely will raise its ugly head again in the future regardless of how “clear” I may be now. The facts are if a blood test can detect it, it’s in the blood, and it’s going to find somewhere to gather again. Meanwhile, my prayer is that each of us finds and receives the very best care we can and that we are surrounded and supported by loving family and friends as we make our individual and collective journeys. May God grant us peace, comfort, and healing.