A warriors Battle

Friday, August 5, 2011

Situation Report #11

Update!  Get your update here!

  1. Planktons are WAY up -  273,000....umm stop the prayers.  Dad is now on a blood thinner!  When you guys all jumped in with your positive attitudes I knew the doctors better STAND BACK.  
  2. Dad withstood the first round of chemotherapy nicely.
  3. The blood clot....well as far as we know it's still there but we would love another scan to see.  Dad has been breathing better.  In my world of rainbows and unicorns it is gone but then when was the last time you saw a horse, while sober, with a horn and wings? 
  4. Already his AITL symptoms are down.  Such as the night sweats that kept him up ALL NIGHT.  Enjoy the slumber Daddio
Dad has been resting, sort of.  I guess if you call sitting by the door asking if he can go outside and play every 5 seconds "resting".  Mom of course is guarding the door.  Not so fast there Eddie.

How proud I am of the new generation of bloggers we have created or should I say old generation now blogging? 

Me: "Now click the comments button, toward the bottom, in the middle, go back, right, click the box...."

I jest.  We love it and keep it coming.
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33 comments:

  1. KellyAugust 5, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    This is the best news! Maybe Ed needs to keep up the ice cream regimen :). So let's all dream of unicorns and maybe the blood clot will be gone! Love to you all. Kelly

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  2. Chris SullivanAugust 5, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Great news! We're thrilled to see the progress and will pray for more.

    Love to all,
    Chris, Sue and Mike

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  3. Cami LynchAugust 5, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    Uncle Eddie, just wanted to let you all know that we pray for you every day!!! God can work miracles in our lives...those doc's are people too and sometimes their estimates are a little off...(They gave my father-in-law 3 to 6 months when he had his cancer...it's been over ten years!!) Keep your spirits up and know that if you need anything, we are but a stones throw away...Love you all, Cami

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  4. AnonymousAugust 5, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Great...good news for a less than desirable situation.
    Of course Frank still is waiting for that fishing trip with you Ed, so get well soon!!
    Hugs,
    Toni & Frankie

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  5. AnonymousAugust 6, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    We are so happy to hear that! Thanks for the updates! Keep up the good work Uncle Ed!!

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  6. Steve RobinsonAugust 6, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    This is super news! We're still sending all the good vibes out there that we can, but it's a big relief to know that things are heading in the right direction.

    Keep it up,

    Chong-Suk and Steve

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  7. Maggie TAugust 6, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    WONDERFUL, AWESOME update, UNCLE ED!!!! THE GREAT PHYSICIAN IS BY YOUR SIDE 24/7/365! THANK YOU GOD FOR ANSWERED PRAYER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Praying for you each and everyday. Praying that clot does not want its picture taken at its next photo shoot!!!
    Stay strong and keep the faith going and going!
    We love you!!

    ps..."Watch out for us 'old' bloggers!!!;-)

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  8. AnonymousAugust 6, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    Hi Ed Great News! Anjulee and i were just saying that we had not heard anything but that no news is good news. Just keep thinking positive.....I guess that is what praying is......I know you will not give up- after all u are a Marine! I miss you and am so glad things are on the up side for you! Big Hugs! Kathleen

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  9. AnonymousAugust 6, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    273.000 planktons already? Whoa, that was fast, Ed! Now we'll all pray for that clot to dissolve into stardust thus illuminating your already bright mind. Love, Lisa and family

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  10. AnonymousAugust 6, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    You are a trail blazer! I've known since that Skyline Drive campout 37 years ago... you with Analicia on your back. I love that she still has your back. Sure hope each day finds you feeling better and better. Sending lots of love & light & laughter your way, Bonnie

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  11. Sgt GAugust 7, 2011 at 1:35 AM

    Just letting you know, through one of your old Marines sir, we at Leatherneck.com are behind you and backing you all the way.

    Here is 'your' thread.

    http://www.leatherneck.com/forums/showthread.php?p=796709#post796709

    v/r
    Sgt Leprechaun, Lead Moderator, Leatherneck.

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  12. Robin & ChrisAugust 7, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    We are so glad the hear this INCREDIBLE news!!! We are thinking about you and can't wait to keep hearing more good news. Your dad is such a strong and lucky man to have such an amazing family & friends.

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  13. AnonymousAugust 7, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Planktons! It's raining planktons!!! Wow. We are totally stoked. Can't wait to see you guys next weekend - we literally are counting the days! Maybe by then, Mrs. L will let you out on the screened-in porch? We'll wave at you. ; ) Lots of love. Chris & Bender

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  14. Joe SchwartzAugust 7, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Col: Very glad to hear good news and howdy to the whole team. Following the SITREPS from Aviano AB Italy, where I am on a daily basis attempting to live up to the motivating words you wrote on that t-shirt you gave me about 15 years ago. I know Navy aviation on an AF base is a far cry from the green side, but I'll get there Sir. You have my thoughts and prayers of course. And you'll have to tell me what kind of Northern Italian wine I can bring back for you. Keep improving and hope to see you soon.

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  15. Walt DavisAugust 7, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    I am glad things are getting better. Susie and I are both in the fight. So many good times at OCS, TBS, the FMF and Quantico. Good cigars, steaks, stories and actually Ed is a heck of landscape artist. I was amazed by his work in Triangle. Tell Ed to put this in perspective. Not near as hard as a double running of the O Course in 1974. Glad to hear Matt is or was home. A great Marine tradition continues.

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  16. AnonymousAugust 7, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    Yeah Uncle Eddie, we are happy to hear your "Plankton" numbers are up!!! Continue to fight the battle and fight strong! We love you very much you are in our thoughts and prayers everyday! Love Becky and Krystal

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  17. AnonymousAugust 8, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    Ed.......you Rock!!!!! We are so glad to see this wonderfully encouraging post. Keep up the good work. You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers daily. Love, the Gandrups :)

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  18. Bel Cube DudikoffAugust 8, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    Great news, Analicia!!! I will keep the prayers going sans the plankton. LOL! Amazing progress! So grateful:)

    Love to you all, Bel

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  19. Jim EagleAugust 9, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    There are strong, good vibes radiating in all directions from this blog. I'm expecting you back in your office any day now. Tally-ho, Colonel L!
    Jim Eagle

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  20. AnonymousAugust 10, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    Glad to hear you are doing so well! Keep up the good progress! :-) E

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  21. AnonymousAugust 12, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Herr Colonel,
    Finally got all checked into the site and qualified to send a message. Start by explaining that you were the inspiration and the "bar" for excellence as a Marine..especially in the Artillery. Our days in 1/11 76-78 preparing for the next fight will be with me always. You reminded all of us new "butter-bars" that we would be good for the challenge whatever came our way. You leading Battery A and us Jarheads in Battery B, C, & K. Well I'm here to tell you Comrade that we have heard your call for fire and the prayers are happening without ceasing. No cease firing, no check firing...JUST TIME ON TARGET. May God's hand be on you and yours Sir! May HE heal you and lift you up every moment. The plan is to win...and all Glory to God in support of His Leathernecks and it's Colonel of Marines. Semper Fidelis, PD Connally MARINE

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  22. Serg PosadasAugust 12, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    Col Lesnowicz--Keep attacking, We are with you in Marine spirit! Cold Beers to follow your Swift Victory!
    Semper Fi,
    Serg

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  23. AnonymousAugust 14, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    I am thinking of all of you and hoping your Sunday is filled with a bouquet of simple joys, special blessings and magical moments as sunny as the times we have spent together. xoxbon

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  24. Michael BroihierAugust 15, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    Well, I've noticed no one has cussed in their posts so I'll just say I'm as happy as one of your wayward young captains could be about your progress and apologize for not knowing what was going on earlier. OTTIHNSO.

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  25. UnknownAugust 15, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    Colonel, I'm sorry to hear you're ailing, but glad to know you're on the upswing. We can't keep a good man down, and you're one heck of a good man. Not a day goes by where I don't say, either out loud or mentally, "other than that, I have no strong feelings", then I smile. I just noticed Mike Broihier referenced that, as well. One of the many strong impressions that you made upon us devoted Captains. I look forward to seeing you, Mary, and the rest of your family, soon. Michelle sends her love, as do I. -- Bob Armstrong

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  26. Jeff CaspersAugust 15, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Wisdom Jacket-

    Great to see the recovery begin! You've been an inspiration to me and countless Marines and your pluck in this fight continues the tradition. Guess I'll have to hold off on the cigar/scotch fest till you pull thru this fight too. Keep charging! Semper Fi from 3/11 & 11th Marines Alumni!

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  27. AnonymousAugust 15, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Thinking of you my dear Ed, keep fighting......good to hear good news, miss you and will see you soon. Kathleen

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  28. Bobbie FakkemaAugust 15, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    Ed: Glad you are doing better. We think of you
    every day and will not stop lighting candles and
    saying our prayers for you. Our love to you.
    Bobbie and Francisco

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  29. AnonymousAugust 17, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Hey, Uncle Ed....Soooo happy to see you. I didn't realize you were there at the reunion until Aunt Elmira said, Yeah he's right outside. I have to admit, I jumped and clapped like a little kid. You fight that fight young Man and you look awesome. I continue to pray for you and your lovely caregiver. Love, Madalena

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  30. AnonymousAugust 17, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    Just got word from Bob Armstrong that you have been ill; so regret hearing that but so good to see the latest positive news. I especially enjoyed your after action report (even though it wasn't in proper MCLLS format)! Over the past couple of years several NCOs have asked me to promote them, and every one of them has heard what you learned about NCO leadership at Khe Sahn and passed along to so many of us. Lisa and I will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers - Marc LaClair

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  31. AnonymousAugust 18, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    Sir, Great to hear you are making good progress. Keep up the good work and continue to fight the good fight. R/S and S/F, Anthony Styer

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  32. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Magnificent progress Ed! Excatly the kind of improvement those that know you would expect. You are a remarkable man and I know you will win this firefight as you have all of the other skirmishes in your life. Your friend - Guy Coons

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  33. Maggie TAugust 19, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    Hi, Uncle Ed~ Thinking of you today (and everyday). Praying you through the Chemo treatments. Thanks again for coming to the reunion. Your being there meant a great deal to everyone. Sending my love to you and Auntie Elmira.
    ~Thank you GOD for my family!~

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