What does being rich mean?

 Thanks for all the nice comments and encouraging words on my journey. It is greatly appreciated. And in saying that, YES, I do believe I am rich, but not monetarily but rather, with friends, former co-workers, loved ones and my believe in Jesus. I think the belief your are rich comes from within, not what you have in the bank. I take your comments graciously for your caring and well wishes. Thank you!!!

I was always taught to treat people with respect and kindness. Never judge people by their color, race, religion where the live or the car they drive. My Dad told me many years ago, "Never start a fight, but you make damn sure you end it." And that is my plan.

Tomorrow I get a 'port' inserted in my upper chest so they don't have to start a new IV every time I come in for my Chemo treatment. Those who have gone through this know exactly what I mean. And on Wednesday, my first treatment will begin. Plus I go home with a 'belt pump' which pumps more in for 48 hours. OH JOY!  And then Friday I go back to have the pump taken off. This will be repeated every two weeks for three months, be re-evaluated and maybe another three months, or until they see no more cancer. The doctor prescribed me three medicines for nausea, so I guess I'll see how that goes. I guess I should load up some movies on my tablet to watch while they shoot the juice to me for hours.

From what the doctor told me, he believes we caught it early. I think it is easier to kick some butt early in the game than to try to beat a bad-ass. I am hoping that is the case.

I have seen way too many firefighters, relatives and friends battle cancer in one form or another. While some have survived and other have been consumed by cancer, it took its toll on, not only them but their loved ones and their friends and relatives. I don't plan on being a burden on anyone and keeping a smile on my face as long as possible. From what I have been told, I will have good days and bad days. I think I can handle that. I think all have that normally. I DON'T plan on going down easily without a good fight. As they say, "I GOT THIS."

"The function on man is to live, not to merely exist" 

A quote taken from the last James Bond movie.