I hope so. It’s always good to see you.
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That’s great Pam!!
Weight will come again naturally, once you beat that thing!
Many many wishes XX
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Well my fellow bass buzzers, I have another update for you. I was hoping to be able to report that I’ve beaten cancer for a second time, but alas, the battle rages on with some collateral damage.
Last week I had a MRI, and this morning a PETscan. This afternoon I met with the doctors and received some news that I was halfway expecting, but not quite prepared for.
The tumor on my tongue has grown larger, and has spread to my voice box. They’re going to have to perform surgery to remove the tumor from my tongue and also completely remove my voice box. The plan is to perform the amputations and also perform reconstructive surgery at the same time. I’m told the operation will take around 13 hours and will require several days in the hospital.
First, they have to get me in to get the feeding tube inserted because I won’t be able to eat or drink afterwards. I’m awaiting a phone call to schedule that procedure. I had a feeding tube during my last bout with cancer, and actually took the B2B course with my bass resting on the tube 
They’re fast-tracking everything because they want to get the cancer out before it spreads any further. Im anticipating this all happening within the next few weeks.
Unfortunately, I will no longer be able to speak after this surgery. Fortunately, I’ve been married to a deaf person for ten years, so I’m already accustomed to communicating via ASL and text.
I’ll still have my fingers to play piano and bass, and of course to continue annoying everyone here on the forum 
Life is good and I’ll keep smiling.
Pam
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Much love and respect to you, Pam. I wish you comfort and peace.
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Pam, wishing you all the very best for your surgery and beyond. Looking back over some of your posts, I think you were replying to me and others with advice while you were recovering. That is very much appreciated: you legend! 
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I am truly sorry to hear this @PamPurrs, you know we have all been wishing for a different outcome. Sounds like you have decided to make lemonade, and for that I am grateful. Look forward to your continued presence in the forumn, and will continue to keep you in my prayers.
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Really sorry to hear that @PamPurrs and I hope things go well for you and my thoughts are with you.
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Oh @PamPurrs , so sorry to hear the cancer grew
Glad they are gonna get rid of it before it spreads more.
Losing your voicebiox Is unfortunate, but I am sure you will still have a happy home going forward.
You are strong with an awesome attitude, as demonstrated when you rested your bass on your first feeding tube to do B2B surfing your last surgical treatment.
You have your hands, ears and Eyes, and will continue to awe us with your amazing in years to come.
My heart is with you and I will be sending you hope, happiness and good karma daily as you prepare for and recover from your upcoming surgery to remove that bastard cancer on your tongue.
Here’s to you,
And
FUCK CANCER!!!
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Stay strong my dear friend @PamPurrs
You are loved here and everywhere else you have touched people with the you that you are.
Wishing you the best in the worst of circumstances.
Love to you and to Sarah.
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If there’s any way I can help (send)… from the next state over… wishing you well
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Sorry to hear Pam! My best wishes with the procedure.
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So sorry for the results of your latest update.
You will beat this @PamPurrs .
Sending all the best wishes I can muster from Oz to you and Sara
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My thoughts are with you @PamPurrs, wishing you a successful surgery and quick recovery… You’ve continued to show incredible strength through this process. - stay strong. Best wishes.
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I’m so sorry to hear this Pam…my heart goes out to you. You are always in my prayers.
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Pam, I know this must feel awful and like a setback, but you can still beat this. Your outlook here is very admirable and I just wanted to reinforce that you can still beat this.
You’ve done it before. You can still kick its ass. Don’t give up.
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Hi Pam,
Sorry to hear this news🙁
Your positive attitude and determination will see you conquer this beast again.
We are all thinking of you and Sara,
Love Brian & Shirley
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As the strong and positive badass gall you are, you can beat this! 
Wishing you all the best and quick recovery.
Paul
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So sorry to hear this, @PamPurrs. I am not a praying man, but you are in my thoughts. I admire your positivity and the way you are dealing with this. Keep your head up!
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So sorry to hear about this, Pam. Your strong will and determination will get you through this. All hope for a speedy recovery and total love for you and Sara. 
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Blimey, you’re stronger than most @PamPurrs and it’s so nice to see you still keep a positive outlook. I hope it goes as well as it can go! Best wishes
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