Thank you, 8thcivic...

[skittleslegend]

...first off, this is not a sympathy post, and I'd much rather you not feel sympathetic. I need to vent. I just want you to listen (or read, if I'm being politically correct). My old salesman, found out he had cancer a few weeks ago. The doctor's giving him 4 months to live. I'm really praying he fights and survives it, but it's cancer of the pancreas and liver. The doctor's are going to remove part of his liver and try ULTRA high doses of Chemo for his pancreas. They can't remove the pancreas to get rid of the cancer, as it's the only vital organ that cannot be transplanted. It sucks because he's such a great guy.

What really sucks, however, my lady friend, just had a miscarriage with my child. I think I cried all day the day after I took her to the hospital. I love kids. Always wanted and still want kids. It was a blow to me mentally on top of trying to be everyone else's crutch.

I've said that to say this:

It's going to sound queer, but this forum has kept my head above water. Thanks to Blu By U, Civicaddict79, SportInjected06, 6spdChick, Cameronjr, sickyute+, 2fast4u2, webby, 8thgenuser, Silver8th, atruhondagrl+, supersly_jones, Tim, stevieray and everyone else here at the 8th for making my life just a bit easier. You are appreciated.

[m1k3]

well, i hope things look up for you in the future.

good luck with everything bro

[Skyline4life]

well even thoe i'm not on the list...lol jk


i'll wish you the best of luck man, life sucks i know. But keep your head up and things will become right again.

[CameronJr9]

Hey man, sorry to hear about all that. This is definitely a time that I think you should turn to your faith. I know it's tough to handle a lot of things coming at you at once like that. I have a feeling you'll find some help and some answers there. I'm also glad (and proud and honored) that you would think of us at a time like this. I think it's easy to see that a lot of us have come together to form a bit of a family.

[moxom]

Hang in there, things will get better.

[firmhonda]

Man, it's really terrible when things fall apart like that and my heart goes out to you. I'm sure with the way you take care of all of us kids, that one day you will be a great father. But remember that while one day you will be a great father, your great father has accepted 2 more people into his kingdom to leave the pain behind.
I'm so very sorry for the loss that you had with your girl, but Jesus will let it be when it is time. I agree with Cameron, this is a time for your faith.
As far as thanking us... We should all thank you for all the information and support you have given all of us. Not to mention the views that you've personally given me. You personally have helped me look at a few different things in a different view, racism just to name one. I have an incredible amount of respect for you and don't doubt for a second that you will pull through this with the strength you've shown all of us that you have. Much love goes to you and your girl, not to mention the salesman that you had the pleasure of coming across in your past.
I don't mean to preach, and please forgive me if anything that I've said was recieved in any ill light. I will definately pray for you and all the people you've mentioned. If there is anything else that I can personally do for you, please don't hesitate to ask.

Much love again bro.

[sfccrx]

be well.

[foolio_67]

You'll get through this pal. Keep praying and know that others will be as well. I hope everything gets better, I'm sure it will.

[Izzy]

I know everything will get better mang, we're all rooting for ya! :)

[skittleslegend]

Originally Posted by Izzy

I know everything will get better mang, we're all rooting for ya! :)

Ironically, my Si's torn apart, but it's keeping me together. Strange how that works.... I just finished making a gauge pod earlier this evening.

[skittleslegend]

Originally Posted by firmhonda

Man, it's really terrible when things fall apart like that and my heart goes out to you. I'm sure with the way you take care of all of us kids, that one day you will be a great father. But remember that while one day you will be a great father, your great father has accepted 2 more people into his kingdom to leave the pain behind.
I'm so very sorry for the loss that you had with your girl, but Jesus will let it be when it is time. I agree with Cameron, this is a time for your faith.
As far as thanking us... We should all thank you for all the information and support you have given all of us. Not to mention the views that you've personally given me. You personally have helped me look at a few different things in a different view, racism just to name one. I have an incredible amount of respect for you and don't doubt for a second that you will pull through this with the strength you've shown all of us that you have. Much love goes to you and your girl, not to mention the salesman that you had the pleasure of coming across in your past.
I don't mean to preach, and please forgive me if anything that I've said was recieved in any ill light. I will definately pray for you and all the people you've mentioned. If there is anything else that I can personally do for you, please don't hesitate to ask.

Much love again bro.

Thanks a lot for the kind comments from you and everyone else. I was really really sad about the baby thing, so I wrote a song about it. I'll probably record it and upload it at the end of the week, if I have time.

[Tim]

That is an AWFUL lot to have to deal with all at once. Though you aren't fishing for sympathy, you know that we are wholeheartedly empathetic. We can't help it! Feel free to vent though. It certainly helps to talk about things that weigh on your mind and heart.

[janaka]

everyone needs an outlet. i've found the internet a great place to do just this.
keep your head up.
post often and think happy thoughts!

[Skylinegtr06]

Do not fret my friend for things will better and things could be worse

[NightKidsGTR]

Sorry to hear about what's going around you. Try to stay up and keep your head up, bro. I'll be prayin for you

[eugenekim.net]

remember, life assumes a balance that is often misplaced but is always restored.

[peliROJO]

That's one of the toughest things to face. You'll get through it.

[8thgenuser]

My heart fell through the floor when I learned of the miscarriage. I'm so sorry Skittles. It's obviously been tough for you and I'm sure it's 500X worse for your ladyfriend. You will make a great father some day, bro.

My boss was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer of the colon. Basically, Stage 4 is the absolute worst stage of cancer you can have. Luckily he is still relatively young (he's in his 40s) and lives a healthy life, so he was able to fight off the worst part of the whole experience. He went through chemotherapy and was eligible for surgery for removal. He's now back on chemo to make sure everything's cleared out. This is an amazing story of going from the worst possible stage of cancer to back being a healthy person again. I hope my boss's story gives you some inspiration because it shows that cancer can be fought off. My boss has said that all of our good wishes really has helped him to stay upbeat and fight off cancer head on.

My prayers go out to you tonight. Stay strong for yourself, your friends and your family.

[Gonzo]

I'm sorry this has happened. While I can't relate directly I know what it is like to have things fall apart infront of you, and I know how much it hurts when you think you have something and it is taken away from you, wether it be a friend, a lover, a child, anything of importance.

Stay true to yourself. Don't become bitter about bad things that come your way, not that you would but I know I've made that mistake many times before and likely will make it again.

It is so hard to take tragedy and make something good of it. Pain that we feel when bad things happen to ourselves and others is hard to deal with at times but it also means we are human. Your pain says you are a passionate loving person. While I don't wish you felt the way you do, it says good things about who you are as a person. Don't feel ashamed because you are hurt, it is nothing to be ashamed of.

It is especially hard when you are the guy people seek when they are feeling down and you are going through your own troubles. Never be affraid to turn to your friends, wether they be online or 'IRL.' Friends, even strangers can help eachother.

From my time here and reading your posts, I'd have to say you seem like an awesome guy! You're funny, caring, and helpful. This community is grateful to have you here and is more than happy to help you through the speedbumps life throws your way.

I hope things start looking up for you and your two friends. It's alot to handle but we're all rootin' for ya.

And remember, if you ever need another shoulder to lean on, the fine folks here at 8th Civic are more than willing to help.

Best of luck Skittles, we're thinking of ya and if you want feel free to keep us posted.

[Toxis]

usually, it's the smallest things that help you get through rough times. Good luck to ya man.

Just remember, the best thing about kids is making them. So get to practicing!