Friday, July 11, 2008

Friday 9:00am Update

I was able to visit with Steve at 9:00 this morning and was greeted with a smiling face and clear blue eyes. Steve looks great!!! He looks much better than he did before surgery! His eyes are clear and his color great. They removed his NG tube (the tube that went from his nose into his stomach) and he is now able to eat a few ice chips every now and then. Not what you would call a great meal but considering he has had nothing since midnight Tuesday night this little bit of ice is welcome. Steve's nurse said he had a great night and is exactly where he should be in his recovery. I would like to clarify Steve's diagnosis. Some of you have heard that Steve had pancreatic cancer. This is not the case. He has colon cancer that has metastasized to the pancreas. This is a different type of cell and is treatable with surgery, chemo and/or radiation. Steve and I thank God for our daily miracles and we thank all of you for your prayers and concerns. I will keep you updated. Paddy

8 comments:

Anonymous said...

Stephanie, we are thinking of you and your family, especially Mr. Joseph. Can we do anything for you? do not ask for money, because i have none. but can i have some?
we love you all. Get well soon Mr. Joseph. Our prayers are with you.

Ines and Staff :)

Anonymous said...

really quick, before i get fired... stephanie, your presence at this office is absolutely missed.

Anonymous said...

Paddy,Steve and family,
Ron and I think of you ALL the time and your in our prayers. We love you as if your family (You kinda are!!). Stay strong Steve We love you Bunches From Michigan
Liz

Anonymous said...

Hey, to all of you. Good to speak with you yesterday, Paddy! We're all rooting for you, Steve, and it is good to hear that the surgery went well and your color is improving. Be assured of our continued prayers and of God's presence with all of you. We love you! Chris and Susan

Sallye Grainger said...

Good Morning to All,
So glad to here Steve is doing well and each day he will become stronger. God does answer prayers! He is with you to lift you up when you are tired and carry you when you don't think you can go another step.
You all are constantly in our thoughts and prayers.
Love you,
Sallye and Tom

Anonymous said...

Steve, Paddy & Family:

You and your beautiful family are in my thoughts and prayers constantly. So glad to hear from Paddy that you had a good night and looked so good this morning.

Anita

PS--Great smile Joey!

Anonymous said...

Dear Steve, Paddy and Family,

You are all in our thoughts and prayers and we have added your intentions to our family rosary.

God bless you all for all that you have been through.

Love, Frank, Bonnie and the Poticny Family

Anonymous said...

Steve and Paddy,

We love the picture of your family. Steve, you are one tough man and well loved by many. We are all continuing to pray for you and your family and for a full and complete recovery. God's grace be with you.

Jay, Cameron, Joe, EJ and Mary V.