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Da Wall · #1 (**permalink**) 10-01-2007, 06:40 PM

Yes, you heard it right lads and ladies, I am in for another round of pumpkin surgery on October 29th. They are going to open me up once again to root around in whatever I have left of a brain.

I had some severe migraines every day for about 2 weeks last month and decided it would be wise to call my surgeon and schedule an MRI. Less than 2 weeks later I get an MRI and the results and it appears as though, although the thing in my head has not grown, it has "shifted" a bit and is creeping towards another hemisphere of my brain.

Needless to say my surgeon was a bit concerned and decided it would be wise to go after it a bit more aggressively. He may even try and fully resect it depending on what he sees inside the OR. My surgeon said that they have to find out exactly what it is so they can treat it peoperly and effectively. Saying that, there is now a "distinct possibility" I will lose eyesight to the left of both eyes based on where it is and how aggressive they have to be to get a piece of it for biopsy. Basically, if you are reading, you would have to shift your entire head to the left to look at the beginning of the next sentence.

Although I knew this day may come, I did not expect it to be this soon. Things were going well, I was playing hockey and living as normal as possible. Now this. It has thrown my life into disarray and despair. Back to months of recovery and the possibility of not playing hockey and not being able to drive ever agin.

I guess this is part of the reason I am writing this. Although I am not a needy person and quite low maintenance, I am desperate for some support. As the last time, any words you can offer or any questions you have, please do so as I am feeling very low right now.

As always, thank you my brothers and sisters.

Jim

kevinsane · #2 (**permalink**) 10-01-2007, 06:45 PM

You kicked it's ass once, you'll do it again. You have hundreds of supporters right here, Jim, and you are NEVER less than an inspiration.

junior1cats · #3 (**permalink**) 10-01-2007, 06:47 PM

Damn, sorry man. I'm sure your upset and all but be strong again is the best I can offer. You'll have everybody thinking and praying again for you. Just might be better getting that damn thing out, all together. You'll be ok, you have too much to lose. Mike

fleuryrocks29 · #4 (**permalink**) 10-01-2007, 06:48 PM

Well I for one know you will be ok!! You seem like the biggest fighter ever!! And not just in hockey!!

I hope everything comes out alright and you can keep kickin' 'em out!!

And I quote someones little signature dealy, "Jim makes tumours his B**ch!"

Good luck and we are always behind you and supporting you whenever you need it!

Timberwoof · #5 (**permalink**) 10-01-2007, 06:59 PM

Hey, Jim.

Sorry to hear about the new developments. I'll be thinking about you and hoping things go as well as they can. God luck and good health to you.

marty'sgirl74 · #6 (**permalink**) 10-01-2007, 07:00 PM

Sorry to hear this. All I can say is never forget what you have for your user title, "Survivor." That's exactly what you are. You've had to look at the darkest possibilities life has to offer and you've faced them and defeated them. This is just one more battle to test you. Like a shooter breaking in from center don't let this beat you. We're all here for you.

-Betsy

Courage1 · #7 (**permalink**) 10-01-2007, 07:01 PM

You will come out swinging, and we will all be here to support you when you need it. Good luck and health to you and all of your family.

Pete

leaferguy · #8 (**permalink**) 10-01-2007, 07:02 PM

No good way to find out that news, Jim

Here's hoping that they aggressively biopsy the hell out of it. No matter what, remember that you have a lot to live for. We're all looking forward to your next success story

Also, when you call your head a pumpkin, it reminds me of this:

We're here for ya, bud.

jambon20 · #9 (**permalink**) 10-01-2007, 07:18 PM

Never the news you want to hear, Jim, but have no fear that this community is rooting for you as strongly as we ever did.

Thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.

Steven · #10 (**permalink**) 10-01-2007, 07:23 PM

You're in my thoughts and prayers. Good luck.

The Wall33 · #11 (**permalink**) 10-01-2007, 07:59 PM

Jim,

Gloria and I are praying for you and your family... good luck my friend. Even if you lose that "perwhifferal vision" I can design some drills that will let you see the puck... hang in there bud...

Wellsie

junior1cats · #12 (**permalink**) 10-01-2007, 08:07 PM

Let's go boys and girls.....

Satoriphoto · #13 (**permalink**) 10-01-2007, 08:12 PM

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Good Luck

FRAM · #14 (**permalink**) 10-01-2007, 09:03 PM

Good luck Jim we're pulling for you!

evildink · #15 (**permalink**) 10-01-2007, 09:19 PM

You always got it here brother! Just get yourself better by Jan. 3rd because I'nm coming up to Toronto for the Leafs Vs Flyers game. We'll have to get the boys together and go out to hit the town.

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