Cancer's a bitch.

**Trudes** · 28th July 2007, 12:17

my thoughts are with this awesome sounding chap.

**RT527** · 28th July 2007, 13:24

actually Mrs K youve hit on something there.

Why do you never actually look deeply at someone until they are sick or dead.....he was just another workmate an firefighter and yes he is an awesome guy...big...friendly do anything for anyone...but you really dont see someone properly like that until they are sick or wounded(if ya`s know what I mean).

Everyone should take stock of their friendships and loved ones least something happens to them.

Haven`t heard how he is, no news is good at the moment ...I hope.

**babyblade250rr** · 28th July 2007, 13:24

i wish him all the best in a quick recovery and i'm sure god is watching over him!

**Trudes** · 28th July 2007, 14:03

Originally Posted by RT527

actually Mrs K youve hit on something there.

Why do you never actually look deeply at someone until they are sick or dead.....he was just another workmate an firefighter and yes he is an awesome guy...big...friendly do anything for anyone...but you really dont see someone properly like that until they are sick or wounded(if ya`s know what I mean).

Everyone should take stock of their friendships and loved ones least something happens to them.

Haven`t heard how he is, no news is good at the moment ...I hope.

It's sad isn't it. I guess it's the old "you don't know what you have until it's gone", goes for people you know and/or love and your own health too, you don't appreciate until it's gone. Easy to forget these things in our busy lives that so often revolve around ourselves. Makes you think doesn't it, just how fragile and precious life is.

**007XX** · 28th July 2007, 14:24

Sending lots of very positive vibes his way...

Be strong young one, and kick the shit out of that stupid illness...

Lots of love to the family too.

**RantyDave** · 28th July 2007, 14:43

Originally Posted by RT527

What I`m after is your thoughts and prayers to reach him even tho you don`t know him

I'm not big on praying, but I'll tell you what - if anyone can survive a cancer treatment it's a 26 year old firefighter. So, my hopes are with him - good luck to the guy.

Dave

**ynot slow** · 28th July 2007, 14:53

Guess what I`m after is your thoughts and prayers to reach him even tho you don`t know him , or me for that matter it would be good to get lots of people to help him in his fight , with thoughts and prayers.

Cheers RT527.[/QUOTE]

Take it from me,if he's a pig headed strong willed guy HE WILL beat it,26 is too fucken young agreed,I thought 41 was too,then this disease knows no boundary,my daughter had a friend with cancer she went to her funeral,they were both 14-15 at time,good friends,then daughter finds she needs screening for cancer as she has my gene,and if not screened will develop cancer,pretty hard shit for a kid to comprehend so young.

**Macktheknife** · 29th July 2007, 15:06

Wishing all strength and power to your mate and his family and colleagues, having once been in the family of firefighters myself I can empathise.
Hope he recovers fast.

**Toaster** · 29th July 2007, 15:17

So young..... my best wishes for him and family. A very personal fire to fight for this young man.

**johnnyflash** · 29th July 2007, 17:15

Our thoughts are with your fellow firefighter rt527, and his family and friends. Its a trying time for all involved, but as long as He remains positive there is hope, My wife went through two attacks of cancer approx 9 years apart, She always remained positive, refused to surrender and nearly 20 After the first one She is still with us.. we live one day at a time and try to appreciate every special moment.

**Beemer** · 30th July 2007, 12:18

My brother-in-law and nephew are both firefighters and they are damned decent blokes too - seems to be a trend.

Positive thoughts are on their way, here's hoping he recovers and goes on to lead a long and happy life.

Just heard this morning that a guy we know has passed away - he wasn't old enough either, very sad.

**ManDownUnder** · 30th July 2007, 12:32

Mate I have no idea what to say.... good luck, God Bless and best wishes to the man.

If I can do anythign except just be out here... yell. I have an extended family full of vollies and it has to be payback time by now...

**007XX** · 30th July 2007, 12:40

Not wanting to be nosey, but any updates on his wellfare would be greatly appreciated...when you can and if suitable, of course!!

Still my toes and fingers for him