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Rusty's One Year Ampuversary!
A Major Milestone this week! January 25th was Rusty’s one year anniversary of his amputation!
It is hard to believe that twelve months have gone by, it seems like it was only last month that we were nursing him through recovery. Seeing him now, there is no question that we made the right decision for the amputation and Chemotherapy treatment. He is so happy and enjoys life to the fullest! Most people who meet him for the first time or have not seen him for a while can’t believe that he has cancer. If we had decided not to aggressively treat his cancer, Rusty would not have survived for more than thirty days. Rusty's original prognosis by Dr. Huber (surgeon), was for one to three years of quality life after amputation and treatment, although Dr. Macy (Oncologist) recently told us that we he first reviewed Rusty's lab reports & tests that he doubted that he would survive for thirty days. Even though Rusty has made it through his first year, we treat each and every day that he is with us as a gift! We have no way of knowing if we have one month or twenty four months of time remaining with him. Each day is a very special and precious day for us and he repays us with his love!
Rusty's visit with Dr. Macy on the 7th was all good news; his blood platelets have increased and X-Rays of his chest were clear of any Mets! After eleven months of treatment, Rusty is through with his Chemotherapy treatments and will see Dr. Macy every three months unless we see some signs of the cancer returning. We are so pleased with his progress the past twelve months. Having two of the very best Doctors, Rusty's will to live and a lot of TLC and support from his friends and supporters, including those on this site, we are fighting this terrible disease with everything we have.
Chuck, Jan & Rusty
It is hard to believe that twelve months have gone by, it seems like it was only last month that we were nursing him through recovery. Seeing him now, there is no question that we made the right decision for the amputation and Chemotherapy treatment. He is so happy and enjoys life to the fullest! Most people who meet him for the first time or have not seen him for a while can’t believe that he has cancer. If we had decided not to aggressively treat his cancer, Rusty would not have survived for more than thirty days. Rusty's original prognosis by Dr. Huber (surgeon), was for one to three years of quality life after amputation and treatment, although Dr. Macy (Oncologist) recently told us that we he first reviewed Rusty's lab reports & tests that he doubted that he would survive for thirty days. Even though Rusty has made it through his first year, we treat each and every day that he is with us as a gift! We have no way of knowing if we have one month or twenty four months of time remaining with him. Each day is a very special and precious day for us and he repays us with his love!
Rusty's visit with Dr. Macy on the 7th was all good news; his blood platelets have increased and X-Rays of his chest were clear of any Mets! After eleven months of treatment, Rusty is through with his Chemotherapy treatments and will see Dr. Macy every three months unless we see some signs of the cancer returning. We are so pleased with his progress the past twelve months. Having two of the very best Doctors, Rusty's will to live and a lot of TLC and support from his friends and supporters, including those on this site, we are fighting this terrible disease with everything we have.
Chuck, Jan & Rusty
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Comment by Allyson, Peri & Taquito on January 28, 2011 at 7:50am
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This is just amazing. I have said it before and will say it again, you are an awesome doodle parent. Rusty is a lucky boy to have you rooting for him.
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Comment by Yvonne N on January 28, 2011 at 7:48am
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Rusty, you inspire us all. Big doodle hugs for your doctors and family.
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Comment by Sally on January 28, 2011 at 6:43am
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truly inspiring. and rusty is lucky to have been given the opportunity to LIVE an entire year longer already. I hope that he has just one rewarding day after another for as long as "caninely" possible. And i know that you will be rewarded each and every day in return. Blessings to you. Happy Ampuversary Rusty!!!!
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Comment by Jane, Guinness and Murphy on January 28, 2011 at 6:35am
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What wonderful news!
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Comment by Melissa & Porter on January 28, 2011 at 6:21am
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Congratulations to you both! What wonderful news.
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Comment by Ann Kendig on January 28, 2011 at 12:37am
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This is wonderful news! What love and devotion you have shown to Rusty. Congratulations!!!!!
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Comment by F, Calla & Luca on January 27, 2011 at 11:28pm
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Rusty's story has been so inspiring, lucky him for having you and vice versa.
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Comment by Nancie & Gracie Doodle on January 27, 2011 at 11:19pm
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Yea...way to go Rusty! What a wonderful recovery. Rusty is very lucky to be so loved by you. Congratulations to all.
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Comment by Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie on January 27, 2011 at 10:40pm
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YES!!! Congratulations to Rusty and to you.
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Comment by Kyoko on January 27, 2011 at 9:12pm
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Thank you sharing the such a wonderful news!! Happy Ampuversary, Rusty!!
Hats off to your courage and love for him, Chuck!!
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