Christmas has exploded with Joy!

Mosca

There's a reason I'm writing this here, where no one really knows me, I don't post here much and don't really feel like I fit in well.

It's this: Everything I do, I do it for her. Cooking is an act of love. And it feels almost selfish, because I love her so much, that making her happy makes me happy. Who would I make happy? And I'm sure that most people here share that very same feeling. Sure, food is good. But it doesn't mean a damn thing unless you're with the ones you love. Without that, it's just a thing.

Three weeks ago Mary Joan (Mrs Mosca) went into the hospital with blood clots in both lungs. Two weeks ago she had a pap smear, and last week she was diagnosed with an extremely rare and EXTREMELY aggressive form of uterine cancer, a mix of serous cell and carcinosarcoma. Google them. Separately they are bad, with 30% five year survival. Together they are worse. But if you catch it before it spreads, the odds are flipped: survival is very good.

Today we got the results from the CAT scan: against all odds, the tumor hasn't spread. That is rare because carcinosarcomas are asymptomatic until they have metastasized; once they are discovered it is usually too late.

So New Years is totally botched, she's having surgery the 30th. We gotta do the ribs this Saturday instead of Jan 1st. And that is the best thing that has happened to us! I'll spend NYE in a hospital room with the one for whom every rib, every hamburger, every pork butt and brisket and bowl of soup is an act of eternal love.

Warren Zevon said it best. Enjoy every sandwich, people. Enjoy every sandwich with those whom you love.

Tom

Spaightlabs

May you and your beautiful bride be blessed with ongoing better and better news until they tell you both, 'it's all clear'.

Praying for a Christmas miracle for you, friend.

I appreciate your outlook and I am sure you are a source of great comfort and support for Mary Joan.

God bless you both.

Fred19Flintstone

You are very wise indeed sir!  Some never learn to appreciate the little moments.  Many get mired in hatred for their lot in life.  I lost the first Mrs. Flintstone to ovarian cancer a dozen years ago so I know about a cancer that's pretty much undetectable until it's too late.  In the end, that's all we had were the small moments to enjoy together until she was gone.  I pray, sir, that you and your lovely bride have a much different and happier outcome than we had.  Godspeed sir!

I'm not sure why I looked in on the forum because a week or so ago I decided to drastically cut back my time here because of politics.  This is my first visit in a week.

shucker

Prayers are with you brother.  

Botch

Here's hoping the fates smile on you both, Tom.  

henapple

Clapping..... We'll done sir. 

theyolksonyou

Tom, you are a wise man. I'd gladly give up New Years celebration for surgery and survival. Here's to you both!

jabam

Prayers from our family to yours, stay positive! I'm a firm believer in the power of positive thinking. God bless!

Jeepster47

Tom, I think you fit in here quite well ... many on here kid around about the missus, but in reality, their feelings are not that dissimilar from yours.  Prayers are with you and yours that the new year brings you even happier news.

SRFShane

BAM....right in the feelers.  

Best of luck to you both.  

Hawg Fan

Your post puts things in perspective and reminds me once again of the things that are really important.  Praying for a positive outcome and peace for you and your wife during this holiday season.

The Cen-Tex Smoker

Great news Tom. Thanks for sharing and very happy to hear of the good news for you and Mrs. Mosca. Certainly puts the commercial side of the season in perspective. Best to you and yours and hope you feel comfortable posting on here any time. 

Hi54putty

Very well said. I will say a prayer for your wife. I can't imagine having to deal with. Best of luck. 

Dyal_SC

God bless you both.  I'm going to snuggle my wife a little tighter tonight.  Prayers going your way.  

NPHuskerFL

Utterly Speechless  

onedbguru

May God who sent his Son and who's Birthday we Celebrate at Christmas bless you and Mary Joan and may He give the doctors wisdom in her treatment. 

caliking

You may not know many folks here, but many many folks will send sincere wishes for recovery and good outcomes.

Sending your lovely wife, you , and your family, a big ripple of positive vibes in the universe.

Ozzie_Isaac

Thank you for sharing.  My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

I am thankful the disease was caught  before it spread.

Wylie_Egg

@mosca - I can relate to what you at going through. I sincerely hope and pray you and your wife continue to enjoy every moment together. stay strong and celebrate wins no matter how small they seem. 

tarheelmatt

Praise the lord it was caught early my friend.  I'm deeply sorry that you have to experience this at this time, however the main focus is your family.  Every good man, and there's many here, would do the same for their spouse, I know I would.  

I'll say a prayer for you and your wife and keep you in my prayers.  Our expiration date isn't stamped on us brother, make every moment the very best possible.  

Take care!  

northGAcock

SRFShane said:

BAM....right in the feelers.  

Best of luck to you both.  

Shane....PM ing you.

Doc_Eggerton

Best wishes, fight the good fight and always have hope.

northGAcock

Life is precious......live big and love one another. Sounds like Christmas came early this year. May you New Year be filled with joy.

Austin Egghead

Prayers offered for both of you.

jhl192

May Gods Blessings continue to shine on you both during this difficult time.  Adversity will strengthen the bond that you share.

Theophan

@Mosca , your wife (and you) are in my prayers.  My wife survived a recent cancer diagnosis.  It happens!  Thank you for your upbeat and loving example.

Dave in Florida

Prayers being sent for you and your wife.

tgs2401

My wife is a cancer survivor. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.

johnmitchell

Prayers to your whole family over this difficult time.. God Bless..

Dobie

Beautiful post, good luck and thanks for sharing. 

Retired RailRoader

Blessings, prayers and good karma to you and your wife. Six years ago the love of my life, my wife was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer. Two surgeries, chemo, radiation and 6 years later my wife is healthy and full of life. It's a long road full of ups and downs but you and the Mrs. will prevail. If you ever need to talk to someone who traveled the path that is in front of you please PM me and I will send you my number.