My name is Gil. Some people call me by my middle name, Jason. I am 30 years old and I was diagnosed with Hodgkins Disease on May 27, 2009. I had an enlarged Lymph Node on the right side of my neck. The doctor did a biopsy on it and this was the result. The thought of it being cancer never even crossed my mind. When he had said that I have Hodgkins Disease. My first words were, “really”. After that I was speechless. Everything else he said sounded like the adults from the Charlie Brown Cartoons. It really didn’t register with me on what just happened.
It’s kind of hard to tell people that I have cancer. I mean it’s not like it comes up in conversation. So, I have been straight to the point when telling people and tell them what it is. The type of cancer that I have is called Hodgkins Disease or Hodgkins Lymphoma. This type of cancer attacks your lymph nodes. From my understating this is a completely curable type of cancer and that I should have no problem beating this. I have been trying to figure out logically how I have this disease. I am healthier now than I have been in my whole life. I run six miles a day and started working my way up to do a marathon. As the doctor said, “it just happens”. No reason why.
Lately I have been feeling very old like Benjamin Button. I never met anyone my age that had cancer. So, it is all very weird to me that I’m the one with cancer. I thought this only happens to people in movies or on Lifetime. I know this is going to be difficult but I know I will get rid of this. I believe everything happens for a reason. Not sure what this reason is yet but I do know I will be a better person when all of this is done. I am very grateful to have such a wonderful family and great friends to support me along the way. If you want to know more please don’t hesitate to call me, approach me, and joke with me.
With the help of my lovely wife we will keep this Blog updated as much as possible.
Looking good Gil
ReplyDeletewere gonna have to running
i know where you run so we
have to go one of these days
ill hit you up son..
nova
I love you up to the sky and i'm with all the way..............mom
ReplyDeleteI LoVe YoU! xoxo
ReplyDeleteHey Jay
ReplyDeleteI am glad that you decided to do this. I blog as well to help me deal with my cancer as well and it can be very therapeutic. I hope it helps you as well as helps others understand what your going through. Good luck with everything.
With Love
We're thinking of ya and routing for you hour by hour!
ReplyDeleteKick butt tomorrow and kiss and hug your beautiful wife!
xoxo jen and aaron
We love ya Jason, and we will keep your fight in our prayers everyday! I have no doubt you will pull through and be stronger in the end!
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Sean, Reina, Noah, Kohen, & Parker Ramos
Jason, I am reminded of the scriptures that says in Psalms 9:12 he does not ignore the crys of the afflicted. I pray his peace that passes all understanding will guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus.
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Son,
ReplyDeleteMy Heart and my prayers are with you always,
with Lorraine, Family and Friends I know you
will conquer this and be an example to us all.
You are and always will be my Hero.
Love Your Dad
hi jason,
ReplyDeletesteve mentioned ethan zohn from survivor has the same thing. http://www.ezohn.com/
we thought you might like to know someone else going through it!
hope today went well!
Jason, you are an amazing son in law we love you and we are with you all the way. cant wait to run with you at CWM again. like i allways tell lorraine you are an awsome runner. lets get through this so can do Surf Cith Marathon. Coach!
ReplyDeleteJason, I am a good friend of your dads. He is such a Special Person in my life and a genuinely good guy. We are all praying for you and your family to get through this. I know your dad wishes he could be with you so we will keep his head up and get through this together. If you are anything like your dad, you are a strong and positive guy. Don't hesitate to ask for anything. With Love, Lydia - lydia@ranchosahuarita.com
ReplyDeleteJason, there is not a moment in the day that i do not pray for you, i to believe like you that God has a plan for you, and you are that better man, i could not have asked for a better son inlaw. i love very much and there is nothing i wouldn't do for you. Randy
ReplyDeleteTo the best son a mom could have you did so good today i know your a strong man and i'm proud of you i was there for you and lorraine today and will always be i pray for both of you everyday and i love you both of you very much. LOVE MOM
ReplyDeleteHello everyone! Thanks for the great comments! Doing this blog i think will help me out a lot. I am ecstatic that i know such wonderful people to back me up! Thank you all....
ReplyDeleteyour pal,
Gilbert/Jason
Hello to my {golf buddy)
ReplyDeleteJason I don't know what say? But keep fight up.But for now I,ll ware your wrist band on my hand.And at end when you BEAT IS CANCER-.You and I will warp wrist band around the golf ball and TEE OFF INTO THE LAKE. Mr.Jerry
Deuteronomy 31:6
ReplyDeleteBe strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your GOD goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you."
Jason I Know you will finish STRONG!
Remember "Papa Don't Take No Mess"
Goodnight Jason & Lorraine....Love Diane (Kenny & Ruby's Mom)
Hey Santa, just want you to know that we pray for you all the time, your in our thoughts.Gavin & Gwen need you plumy by Christmas. Love Gracie
ReplyDeleteHey Gil...
ReplyDeleteIt's Julio...Just wanted to say "hang in there". You have the support of a lot of people who love and care about you. You'll look back one day on this experience and having beaten it, you'll be a stronger person. Talk to you soon,
J.
Hi, Jason!
ReplyDeleteKeep your chin up--lots of people are praying for you. I know you'll get through this just fine. Make sure that from time to time you remember to let Lorraine know how much you appreciate her, ok? God bless.
Take care,
Ai-Li:)
Hi Jason,
ReplyDeleteOur thoughts and prayers have been with you and
Lorraine daily. Trust in God. Keep a positive
frame of mind, which can be difficult, but it
makes a difference. You have a very strong family support and a wonderful wife to be there for you. We will continue to say our prayers for you. Keep up the fight! God bless! The Slepski
family.
wow Jay, this blog thing is really cool. i hate to be on the computer (once im on, the next thing i know is its five hours later and I havent did shit all day) but its good knowing what your going through. We have had to deal with cancer alot this year with grandpa and Renee. And I know this is something our famiy will and can over come. Tony,me, and the boys are all praying for you and Lorraine. Stay the strong person that you are. We love you both, Auntie Eva
ReplyDeleteMY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
ReplyDeleteHi jason my name is Patty and I live a cross the stret from loreins house I still remeber the first time I saw you by their house and I said what a nice couple. I have been with people that has cancer and sometimes I ask myself why them I see children as youngers 2,3,4 5 12 and so on but you know what even dough their are so young they have HOPE and there is so many volunteirs,family and friends caring for them praying and hoping that one day they will get better. Evreything happens for a reason and I am so glad that you said when you get better you will be a better person but you already are even dough I dont know you very well I will be praying for you and I hope that GOD will give you the wisdom and knowlede to deal with this.If I can be any help dont even think twice I will be here to help and any way I can sincerly patty and family MAY GOD BE WITH YOU
Jason, I am a friend of Anna's from work. I have been reading your blog, and thought I would add a comment. You are extremely blessed, as you know, to have such an amazing support system. Many of us have been praying for your healing and for courage and comfort for your entire family throughout this trial. It is heart-warming to see all the wonderful comments. Your faith in God is your strength and will surely be YOUR testimony to many. Hang in there, and God Bless you.
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