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I was speaking to ThomB. in work this morning. He mentioned Craig (CKE) was going into surgery today. I will say a prayer for him. He was one of the first forum members to welcome me to this site. Lets all says a prayer for him to do well, and get better soon. He's a good guy.

Rick

Done, God bless.

Hello everyone. I am CKE's wife. I thought that you would all like an update on how he is doing. But before I do, I want to thank all of you for being so supportive. He is blown away (an so am I) by the support that he has recieved from his friends who have never even met him. I must say, this has changed my opinion of him talking on the computer a lot about his knives. You are all so amazing.

He came out of surgery at 6 tonight so it was only 9 hours instead of 12! I saw him at about 8:30. He was awake and was able to squeeze my hand and open his eyes a bit. He is very cut up and has tubes everywhere. But he is stable and doing well. The doctors were able to remove all of the cancer, although there was more than expected. Radiation is very likely. But, he will get through it, he is the strongest person I know.

I also thought I would let you in on the good news. 3 days ago, we found out that I am expecting our first child. So.. he has even more of a reason to get better fast.

Please continue your thoughts and prayers. If I can figure out how to get back here again, I will pass along any mesages that you send his way. Words cannot express my thanks for your kindness and support.

Jacqui :)

CKE wrote:If I can figure out how to get back here again...

LOL :p

Glad He's doing well. Hope to get to know him better in the future here on the board.

CKE wrote:I also thought I would let you in on the good news. 3 days ago, we found out that I am expecting our first child. So.. he has even more of a reason to get better fast.

CONGRADULATIONS :) :spyder: :)

so now whats going to be his/her first knife?

Great news on both parts.
Tell him to get well soon.

Aloha my friend!

I'm already there prayer-wise.

CONGRAT's to you both! Wow!!!

Jacqui, thanks so much for posting. Glad to hear that Craig is doing well and that the surgery went more quickly than expected, the less time under the knife the better. Congrats to both of you on the wonderful news. Prayers and good wishes will most certainly continue.

Jacqui

It is great to hear that the operation was a success; the fact that they were able to get all of the infected tissue out is good news in itself. As you say, being strong at this time is very important, for both of you! Modern medicine is tremendous but a positive attitude is as important and I’m sure following your good news that Craig’s resolve will be reinforced!

Good luck to all three of you!

Regards Ken

Thank you for posting and CONGRATULATIONS!

We'll keep you all three of you in our thoughts and prayers.

Good news and even better news! :) Keep believing like the rest of us that you'll win this battle. You're in my prayers Craig.

I'm glad to hear that everything is going well. My best wishes have been sent to the entire family. Also, congratulations on the news of your first child!

Congratulations Jacqui, that is great news on both fronts. My thoughts are with you both.

Take care,
Clay

Thanks for the sitrep mrs. Jacqui. Tell Craig we're waiting for him here. We'll pray for his quick and fully recovery.

Jaqui , this is a good news, as a father myself (and had light melanoma in past) i can assure that the arrive of a child is like an injection of strenght.
Craig, you'll withstand this storm, i'm sure of it.
you are in our thoughts, here in Italy

Gian Nicola -aka Disorder

CKE, i wish you fully and quick, quick quick recovery!!!

PRAYERS for a SPEEDY Recovery CKE ! :)

Nothing But Good Karma My :spyder: Friend !

Just look up at Post #16 That Angelic face will make you feel better !

Thank God,
I'm glad he is through the surgery already and is one his way to recovery. Congrats for the pregnancy, keep your fingers crossed and everything will be fine.
Good luck to the three of you.
-Dean

Congratulations to both of you on the child. I pray the road to recovery is smooth and straight!

Craig,

All best luck. I'm not much at prayers but I extend my prayers to you. I understand the fear and trepidatian that goes with a diagnosis of cancer. Been there. I know from your posts that you will beat the crap. Kick @$$ bro.

Jaxon :)