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Posted 10/20/2011 5:27 PM (GMT 0)
Haven't posted much lately but wanted to share some good news.  Got my PSA results and still in the Zero Club. This was my first three month check-up.  <0.1 is as sensitive as it gets around here, but I'll take it.  Been through a lot in the last few months with the surgery, wife leaving, sold the house, (delivered a kidney stone for good measure) and moved into an apt. with my two dogs, so I feel like I might be due for a break.  All that stress got me smoking again but been off the smokes (again) for five days now and hopefully can stick to it this time. A friend thought after all I'd been through I was doing good just to be smoking... thought I'd be on Heroin by now. lol  Anyhow, hangin in there and wanted to share some good news for a change.  I've got the next round for the Zero Cub members...next PSA in January.  Wishing you all well...

-Bob R.

Posted 10/20/2011 6:09 PM (GMT 0)
Great news and here is to a lifetime of zeros smilewinkgrin
Posted 10/20/2011 6:25 PM (GMT 0)
Congratulations, Bob. I hope you continue to score zeroes for many years to come.
Posted 10/20/2011 6:27 PM (GMT 0)
Bob - congrats on the zero club membership - here's to a lifetime of zero's - good luck with stopping smoking - it is very difficult - hugs, Bronson
Posted 10/20/2011 7:07 PM (GMT 0)
Congrats on zeros Bob. Life can be a roller coaster at times and man, you are doing great just to be smoking. Best wishes to quiting again. I am trying myself and it really is hard, no doubt. I remember during my dx and decision process you were here for me, so now we are here for you no matter what you want to discuss. Thanks for the drink as I just joined myself and lets keep those zeros coming.
Posted 10/20/2011 7:19 PM (GMT 0)
bob,

congratulations!!!!

david in sc
Posted 10/20/2011 7:22 PM (GMT 0)
Congrats, Bob - Here's to many more zeros!
Posted 10/20/2011 10:56 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks, guys!  I know quitting is tough but I'm committed to doing it this time.  As long as the PSA stays where I need it to I feel like I can do about anything...everything pales in comparison. Also recently read this article that provided some extra motivation to finally quit...scared me straight:

http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/press-releases/2011-releases/smoking-prostate-cancer-kenfield.html

Oh yeah, forgot to mention that my Uro prescribed Trimix for me since the little blue pill wasn't doing the trick.  I go back in two weeks for dosing/injection "instruction" so there is hope on the horizon.  Then to find a willing participant :)

Thanks again for the well wishes and hoping the best for all you guys too..

-Bob R.

Posted 10/21/2011 12:11 AM (GMT 0)
Congratulations Bob

Can't think of a better reason to drop back in and post.

Here's to many more.

Dave in Durango CO
Posted 10/21/2011 1:14 AM (GMT 0)
Well done Bob. Stay off the smokes....try some exercise and a good red wine every evening. Be good to yourself and the dogs and you will find plenty of enjoyable company coming your way.

Best wishes and continued zeros.
Posted 10/21/2011 1:15 AM (GMT 0)
Congratulations Bob, Keep up the good work
Posted 11/4/2011 12:52 PM (GMT 0)
Good news. I had to search around to find you as this forum moves fast.

I drop by now and then to check on you guys.  My next PSA is Jan also.

Hopfully this is all behind us now, now off to find Hd_Rider.

Posted 11/5/2011 9:33 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Rcroller, I remember you, thats great on the psa. Wow talk about getting hit with life events, you seem like you roll with punches kinda guy. You are on your way. Hows the physical part of recovery going, are you exercising. We talk about diet this or diet that, but exercise covers a lot diet errors. I like salty foods, who doesnt, but baaad. When I work out on a hot day I can see salt on by body from the sweat, so figure its cool. Actually at my age, even tthough I fully expect to live a long life, I go back to what I have always known, to moderate, my food and do what I will. Good Luck Logo Ps I struggle with smoking also as a life long fitness buff, its stupid, but , well its stupid! Ive been off for about 6mos know, but I chip now and then. A term heroin addicts use when they stop, start, stop, lidat. , Logo
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