Hi friends and family, thanks for following the link to my new blog.
Is starts a bit like an alcoholics anonymous session
"Hi I'm <insert name> and I'm an alcoholic"
Well I'm not (an alcoholic) but my line is
"Hi I'm Alan Mellon and I have been diagnosed with Lymphoma"
Slight pause for you to gather your breath..........
Yep - I'm afraid so - early days at the moment, lots of testing and lots of questions.
So the actual type of Lymphoma is awaiting discovery and with it the type of treatment I require.
I'll know better about this in the week commencing 21st November.
Over the last few weeks I have been scanned, prodded, poked, had an attractive young lady rub my chest for an hour and have seen the inside of a hospital for myself for the first time in my life. Ho hum..
If you know me and would like to leave remarks - feel free (I've turned moderation on for now - so be patient), I know most people will be wishing me well in my journey so thanks for that.
I'll update this a little bit more over the weekend and I've invited some Ghost writers to help me for when I'm undergoing treatment and not necessarily feeling 'up to it'
Catch you later - Alan
Well Alliewobble this is your biggest hurdle, but your strenght amazes me, your sence of hurmour keeps a smile on our faces (well maybe not the kids lol). I say its not fair (not a good choice of word but its not fair) that this should happen when you where about to embark on a fantastic journey with you wonderful wife and children. Instead you have been given a harder journey that I know will have bad days but it will also have good days and with your family by your side and your siblings also in the Hairy to Hairless Mel cheer squad things will be fine. I just want you to know even thought you have been my obnoxious ickkle bruvver, you are also my hero, I love you Alliewobble and will be with you every step of your journey, your Sissypops xxx
ReplyDeleteMight I just add for the readers the young lady that was rubbing his chest for an hour, actually had a unltra sound probe in her hand at the time!!!
Alan, Our thoughts and best wishes are with you and your family. We look forward to following a full recovery here on the Blog.
ReplyDeleteBrian & Deb
Nice blog Dad. Good luck.
ReplyDeleteWhy was Liz rubbing your chest?
Nice Liam - flattering the boss - you'll go far!! There was an ultrasound device and my heart in there somewhere!
ReplyDeleteHi Alliewobble...you don't mind if I call you that do you? I imagine three important things you need to get you through the times ahead are a good attitude, a great sense of humour and a loving family, fortunately you seam to have all three covered. I'll be following your blog and be looking forward to seeing you back on the water soon.
ReplyDeleteYep, sharp intake of breath overcome and ... here you have it, another follower, sending you, Liz and the children ooooodles of love and best wishes from Blighty, for this next phase of life together. Annie :-) xx
ReplyDeleteAlan, I was stunned to hear your news - I want you to know that my thoughts and best wishes are with you and your family and I look forward to your recovery. Your blog is brilliant and I hope it helps you through this.
ReplyDeleteChris Williams
No slacking Melly my boys want to meet the man in the green frock! We may be miles apart but you'll always be close so I'll be thinking of you every day when I wake just as you are ending your days battle.
ReplyDeleteDoes this mean you won't have to shave every month now??
Xx
Thanks for your comments and thoughts. Silvio, if you want to call me Alliewobble feel free, only my Sissypops calls me that - so I may rename you!! And I am so pleased to now be a 'brilliant' blogger - but I don't think I should believe everything that's written about me on the internet!!
ReplyDeleteAlan. Brilliant idea with a blog! Well done! I hope that it helps and i admire your bravery in even contemplating starting one! Keep brave, keep smiling, keep trying and we will pray for you and hope for the best and keep smiling for you. Love, Helen
ReplyDeleteBlimey Alan that came as a bolt out of the blue! Thanks for sharing, and for being brave enough to write the blog. I'll let others in MCG know (although I suspect you may have done so already). Take care, and remember we are all thinking of you. Martin and Yvonne.
ReplyDeleteHi Alan, first thoughts when i heard were 'oh crap' but these thoughts quickly turned to the knowledge that strength and courage are second to none within our family circle. Sending lots of love from Shrewsbury XXXXX P.S Why Hairy Mel? It's obviously a part of you i havn't seen!
ReplyDeleteAlan, Hope this gets on to your blog (you know I was never any good with computers!). So shocked to hear your unwelcome news, but you know that my thoughts and best wishes are with you always. God bless and don't lose that sense of humour!
ReplyDeleteHi Alan, mate keep the chin up and the positive vibes flowing. I will be keeping an eye on your blog updates and organise the pitch to share at next years symposium - when you can get yourself that new kayak you promised yourself.
ReplyDeleteLook forward to paddling with you soon. Best regards, Graham
Hi Alan,
ReplyDeleteAll the very best for tomorrow. We're sure your incredibly positive outlook will ensure all turns out well.
just remember we are only a dividing fence away should your family ever need any assistance.
Following the shock of hearing your diagnosis, the blog is fantastically uplifting and inspiring. I'm sure your positive attitude will get you through the days ahead, both good and bad and bring you back to full health. Fiona and I wish you all the best for a full and speedy recovery and look forward to seeing you in England again.
ReplyDeleteHi Alan, Lymphoma does that play 33 and 78’s (stick with an I-pod). What a shock. Can’t stop thinking about you, Liz and the family. We know you have the strength to fight this. We’ll be following your journey. Love and best wishes Helen and Adrian.
ReplyDeleteOh, just realised MCG means something to do with cricket down under! It's means Mendip Caving Group back here in the UK. Hope my earlier comment makes sense now!
ReplyDeleteHi Alan, just seen your blog. Mum and I are at weight watchers and thinking of you lots..) I think your blog will finally motivate her to become more Internet savvy! We all love you heaps xxxxx emily and Christine
ReplyDeleteHi Alan
ReplyDeleteSaw your FB posting and hence that led me to your blog. Stay strong and keep paddling hard - you'll prevail (I'm sure your family will see to
that!) I'll be following progress from Blighty through the blog. Love from Helen, Eric & Anna too. Cheers mate, Dave R
Hi Alan,
ReplyDeleteVery sorry, of course, to hear the news. We're thinking of you all and wishing you a very speedy recovery. If there is anything we can do for you or the family from here in the US don't hesitate to ask.
All the very best, Mike & Wendy Taylor