“The surgery went as well as it possibly could have.” – Dr. Mark Arnold
The was the message delivered by my surgeon on Tuesday following the Monday re-resection of my colon to remove the golf ball sized tumor in my pelvic region. That reminds me of a good joke.
Seriously, I am very fortunate that the surgery team was able to remove the diseased tissue and reconnect my colon. I am now in recovery mode at the James. This includes resting, taking walks and enduring having 6 different tubes going in and out of my body. I think I am tubular. I have had visitors, prayers, cards and gifts arrive each day all of which give me energy and motivation.
For the moment, we are focused on reactiviting my intestinal track which is the next step in getting me closer to heading home. Thank you all for your prayers and kind wishes.
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Bob,
So good to hear! The Mitchell family wishes you the best and a speedy recovery. Our thoughts are with. Hang tough as we know you are.
You continue to be in our prayers. Your positive attitude reflects your deep faith. May God continue to bless you, Barb and Pete
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Hi Bob, just wanted to let you know that you have lots of prayers and positive thoughts being sent your way. Our family thinks of you and yours so frequently and always include you in our prayers. Stay strong, you have so many people supporting you in this fight…miss you guys
Bob, you are in our prayers. I heard you are doing better. Hang in there!! Let’s connect when you are better!
Bob – We are thinking of you and the family. Please let Lara and I know if you need anything – Even though we just moved to Indianapolis I will drive it right over! I’ll try to give you a call early next week.
Keep crushing it Bob, we know you will!