F**k Cancer

by **Daenerys** » Sat Aug 23, 2014 5:16 pm

Hey Everyone,

It seems like almost every year something bad has happened to one of our forumites. Unfortunately, this has turned out to be our year. On August 4th Brian was diagnosed with testicular cancer during what was supposed to be a routine outpatient surgery. Because it has spread to some of his lymph he will have to have 12 weeks of chemotherapy

We are remaining positive because this is typically a very treatable and often curable cancer, but it will be a difficult road ahead. He is scheduled to begin chemotherapy on September 8th and continue until November 25th, so we will not be able to attend Progpower and will miss seeing those of you who are going very much. We are hopeful that if his treatment goes as planned and his blood counts rebound well that we will still be on the boat in 2015 and be able to celebrate a victory over cancer with all of you

(P.S. - If anyone is looking for Progpower, King Diamond Atlanta or Orlando Slayer tickets PM Brian or myself).

by **DrinkMoxie** » Sat Aug 23, 2014 6:14 pm

Daenerys wrote:Hey Everyone,

It seems like almost every year something bad has happened to one of our forumites. Unfortunately, this has turned out to be our year. On August 4th Brian was diagnosed with testicular cancer during what was supposed to be a routine outpatient surgery. Because it has spread to some of his lymph he will have to have 12 weeks of chemotherapy We are remaining positive because this is typically a very treatable and often curable cancer, but it will be a difficult road ahead. He is scheduled to begin chemotherapy on September 8th and continue until November 25th, so we will not be able to attend Progpower and will miss seeing those of you who are going very much. We are hopeful that if his treatment goes as planned and his blood counts rebound well that we will still be on the boat in 2015 and be able to celebrate a victory over cancer with all of you

(P.S. - If anyone is looking for Progpower, King Diamond Atlanta or Orlando Slayer tickets PM Brian or myself).

dude's gonna be okay and kickin' ass... hopefully he takes my advice and gets a prosthetic eye put in

by **Ecliptica** » Sat Aug 23, 2014 9:15 pm

Best to you and Brian. We know he'll be fine and ready to party by the time 70K 2K15 rolls around :-)

by **mooyagi** » Sat Aug 23, 2014 9:39 pm

Very sad to hear about this. Hopefully all goes well.

by **cowboy71** » Sat Aug 23, 2014 11:09 pm

Fuck cancer indeed.

Thoughts and metal prayers are with you guys!

Fight hard brother, and hope to see you both on broad in 2015.

by **Stained Class** » Sun Aug 24, 2014 1:52 am

That is some really heavy news. You're gonna kick this thing right in the ass! We'll be here to support you and I'll see you guys on the boat. Way too many people I know are getting diagnosed, fuck cancer indeed!

by **X-Thor** » Sun Aug 24, 2014 7:18 am

Fuck cancer, indeed.

There is not much to say, but if there is anything we can do to help, even if it is just sending silly photos, do let us know. Hopefully, we'll be celebrating how much Brian kicked cancer's ass on the boat. Meanwhile, if possible, keep us posted.

Hugs.

by **Memnoch** » Sun Aug 24, 2014 9:06 am

Damn. Being diagnosed with cancer is one of the most frightening news one can get. And even if the prognosis is good, it is one rough treatment.
My thoughts are with you two, and, yes, we'll have a few nice beers in January after Brian kicks cancer's ass.

by **KDibildeaux** » Mon Aug 25, 2014 12:04 am

Wow

. Hopefully it's an early enough diagnosis! Brian will be fine, hang in there. We're all here to support and help you guys, and let us know if you need anything......

by **Jaimie38** » Mon Aug 25, 2014 7:34 pm

Tough news ... all our support behind you guys! You're the best! Soon you'll be oot and aboot

I 'm sorry not good at these...

by **Monmisreal** » Tue Aug 26, 2014 10:41 am

Thank you to everyone for your support!

It caught everyone offguard so it was definitely not the outcome we expected at all. It will be a shitty road ahead but ill do my best to make the cruise in January! We will definitely be keeping people updated during everything

Im going to need some good company, metal, and hopefully booze after everything is done and over with.

by **X-Thor** » Tue Aug 26, 2014 5:57 pm

Monmisreal wrote:Thank you to everyone for your support! It caught everyone offguard so it was definitely not the outcome we expected at all. It will be a shitty road ahead but ill do my best to make the cruise in January! We will definitely be keeping people updated during everything Im going to need some good company, metal, and hopefully booze after everything is done and over with.

Count on your metal family for everything, man.

by **Jaimie38** » Wed Aug 27, 2014 10:25 am

Monmisreal wrote: Im going to need some good company, metal, and hopefully booze after everything is done and over with.

Geez, high maintenance...

Consider yourself pampered!

by **Goddess of Metal** » Thu Aug 28, 2014 7:47 pm

So sorry to hear this.

I have come out of hiding to send you GIANT HUGS!!!! Today I was telling Bill that I was looking forward to seeing you both at ProgPower and he let me know. I will be sending healing thoughts and love your way! Kick that fucking cancer's ass!!!! I will check in to see how it is going.

Group hug...miss you all!

by **Monmisreal** » Sat Aug 30, 2014 7:46 pm

Goddess of Metal wrote:So sorry to hear this. I have come out of hiding to send you GIANT HUGS!!!! Today I was telling Bill that I was looking forward to seeing you both at ProgPower and he let me know. I will be sending healing thoughts and love your way! Kick that fucking cancer's ass!!!! I will check in to see how it is going.

Group hug...miss you all!

Thank you!

We are soo bummed that we cant join everyone at PP this year. I definitely want to know who is booked for next year and ill be wearing my progpower shirts for the days the festival is taking place.

We are requesting big metalho hugs next time we see you too!

by **Goddess of Metal** » Sat Aug 30, 2014 8:56 pm

Monmisreal wrote:
Goddess of Metal wrote:So sorry to hear this. I have come out of hiding to send you GIANT HUGS!!!! Today I was telling Bill that I was looking forward to seeing you both at ProgPower and he let me know. I will be sending healing thoughts and love your way! Kick that fucking cancer's ass!!!! I will check in to see how it is going.

Group hug...miss you all!

Thank you! We are soo bummed that we cant join everyone at PP this year. I definitely want to know who is booked for next year and ill be wearing my progpower shirts for the days the festival is taking place.

We are requesting big metalho hugs next time we see you too!

You got it, dude!

by **last_candle** » Sun Aug 31, 2014 3:46 am

Monmisreal wrote:Thank you to everyone for your support! It caught everyone offguard so it was definitely not the outcome we expected at all. It will be a shitty road ahead but ill do my best to make the cruise in January! We will definitely be keeping people updated during everything Im going to need some good company, metal, and hopefully booze after everything is done and over with.

I'm still kinda shocked that you have to go through this! I'm so glad that it's treatable and often cureable, which makes me stay positive, too! You'll beat that SOB! I wish you a 'quick' and full recovery and the least uncomfortable time possible! Hope to see you soon in good health!

by **ShoreSlayer** » Fri Sep 05, 2014 10:52 am

So pissed to discover this thread. No way for me to say more than what's already been said but I love you guys both and am confident all will be well if not necessarily easy. Lots of positive metal thoughts coming your way in the weeks to come. Fight hard, push through and kick that fucker to the dirt.

Website · by **metalgoddess** » Sun Sep 07, 2014 8:18 am

Best wishes for a speedy recovery! Metal hugs...

by **TOM CRUISE** » Sun Sep 07, 2014 8:59 am

So sorry to read this !! Positive vibes coming your way for a speedy recovery

by **Monmisreal** » Sat Sep 13, 2014 3:09 pm

I just wanted to tell you all thank you once again! Everyone has been super supportive, even those of you I only spoke to once or twice if even that. Week one ended yesterday so im just taking it easy over the weekend. Gonna keep on truckin to get through with everything and you guys are the best.

by **onenight** » Sat Sep 13, 2014 4:45 pm

Monmisreal wrote:I just wanted to tell you all thank you once again! Everyone has been super supportive, even those of you I only spoke to once or twice if even that. Week one ended yesterday so im just taking it easy over the weekend. Gonna keep on truckin to get through with everything and you guys are the best.

Just run this mantra through your head every morning when you wake up.

"The task ahead of you is never greater than the strength within you"

This has helped me through many marathon races and can be applied to everyday struggles. Positive thinking produces positive results!

by **Goddess of Metal** » Thu Sep 18, 2014 8:54 pm

Monmisreal wrote:I just wanted to tell you all thank you once again! Everyone has been super supportive, even those of you I only spoke to once or twice if even that. Week one ended yesterday so im just taking it easy over the weekend. Gonna keep on truckin to get through with everything and you guys are the best.

Thinking of you. Group hug!

by **Laura** » Mon Sep 22, 2014 5:56 am

So sorry to read this. :(
My thoughts are with both of you. :)
I have a dear friend who was diagnosed with cancer about a year ago. Since then she had surgery & chemo and is now 100% cancer-free! Yes, it was not pleasant and took some time away from her enjoying life's activities, but she's a survivor and that's what matters now. And you will be a survivor too - believe it with every sinew of your being. :)
I'll never understand the rhyme or reason behind these things (if there is any at all). All I can say is that you have to keep rising above whatever negative gets thrown your way in life & just keep on truckin' as best you can!
(Haha - you may remember I love a lot of old r & b /soul music from the 60s & 70s)!
Keep on truckin'!! http://youtu.be/ahkKwYjH_xk

by **junkhead13** » Wed Sep 24, 2014 10:33 am

Wow, I just popped in here randomly today and saw this. I was thinking about you guys recently because I almost went to the Overkill show in Tampa and was wondering if I would run into you there...

Very sorry to hear this, but I hope the treatment is going well.

Stay strong man! You'll beat that cancer bitch down into submission!!

by **Daenerys** » Fri Oct 03, 2014 5:55 pm

If everything continues to go as planned, the end of this week means that Brian has just finished a third of his chemo!!

by **DrinkMoxie** » Fri Oct 03, 2014 6:15 pm

Daenerys wrote:If everything continues to go as planned, the end of this week means that Brian has just finished a third of his chemo!!

by **mooyagi** » Fri Oct 03, 2014 7:18 pm

Daenerys wrote:If everything continues to go as planned, the end of this week means that Brian has just finished a third of his chemo!!

Woohoo! Keep fighting, man.

by **KDibildeaux** » Sat Oct 04, 2014 11:30 am

Monmisreal wrote:I just wanted to tell you all thank you once again! Everyone has been super supportive, even those of you I only spoke to once or twice if even that. Week one ended yesterday so im just taking it easy over the weekend. Gonna keep on truckin to get through with everything and you guys are the best.

You will beat this! Stay strong, man! We can't wait to see you on the cruise!

by **KDibildeaux** » Sat Oct 04, 2014 11:31 am

Daenerys wrote:If everything continues to go as planned, the end of this week means that Brian has just finished a third of his chemo!!

That's awesome!

by **vikingbitch** » Tue Oct 14, 2014 7:41 pm

Wow, just popped in and saw this. Lots of love and strength to both of you, sounds like this thing is rearing the end with chemo almost done - kick its ass, Brian.

I can promise some really great hugs for you both at the end of the tunnel in January when all of this is behind you! Seriously, ALL OF THE HUGS.

by **Daenerys** » Thu Oct 16, 2014 9:23 am

Thanks again everyone!! According to the planned schedule Brian has now finished half of his chemo!!

by **gundiesalvo** » Sun Nov 09, 2014 12:12 pm

Just bumped into this one. Cancer sucks, but https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDK9QqI ... page#t=195

Best wishes, and keep us posted!

by **Jaimie38** » Mon Nov 17, 2014 7:01 pm

by **ShoreSlayer** » Mon Nov 17, 2014 8:08 pm

So many of my favourite ppl crammed into one classic pic!!

by **Monmisreal** » Sat Nov 22, 2014 5:25 pm

Thanks yet again everyone for the support and replies! Oh man I forgot all about that first year picture haha, seeing that brought a pretty big smile to both of our faces. Some of us look quite different now haha. I cannot wait to see everyone and just have a great time on the cruise!

My last chemo day is this coming Tuesday

My tumor markers are very very good so everything did what it should. Im fighting a bitch of a cold right now but everything else is going as planned and im almost done!

by **Memnoch** » Sat Nov 22, 2014 11:18 pm

Great to hear that!

by **Stained Class** » Sun Nov 23, 2014 2:23 pm

Jaimie38 wrote:

Who's that loser with the short hair beside Jeff?

by **klons** » Sun Nov 23, 2014 4:27 pm

Stained Class wrote:Who's that loser with the short hair beside Jeff?

Not gonna lie, I read that as "short beard"... was going to reply asking what beard.

by **Warphine** » Wed Dec 03, 2014 10:03 pm

Holy shit! That's some heavy news brother. I'm gutted that you had to go through with all this!

Like badass Chuck Billy and many other strong individuals I hope you kick this cancer's ass!

I just saw this thread for the first time so I apologize for the delay. I haven't been active on the forum in months.

Back in the beginning of November, I went to Pallbearer, Tombs, Vattnet Viskar at the Orpheum and I thought for sure I'd see you there. I remember when we last spoke and you said you really dug Vattnet. I was sad I missed you.

I hope your condition is improving with all the treatments over the past few months. I'm just counting the days until I see you with a victorious smile on the boat!

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