8/8/25-An Overdue Update

It has been a couple of weeks since I’ve posted here. There has been plenty going on, however things have mostly been negative forcing me to really take a step back from everything. But rather then talk about the past I think it’s best that I just let you all know what is going on.

I restarted chemo this week. In order to continue the chemo later this month I am going into surgery to get an access port installed. This will allow further chemotherapy sessions to allow me to feel less like a “pin cushion,” the doctors words not mine.

I also have a biliary drain replacement coming up.

In short August is a busy month for procedures. While all this is going on I am dealing with some level of constant pain. Sleep is difficult. My appetite is dwidling.

I’m looking at the next few weeks as a fork in the road. I will need to decide if I need to continue to fight or if its time to accept my future. Its a tough one, but something I really need to reflect and pray about.

More to come on that obviously.

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4 Responses

  1. Lindey says:

    I’m so sorry to hear of your illness. Prayers to you and your family. No one deserves to be in pain.

  2. Lance Smalley says:

    I can’t imagine what I would decide nor would I presume to make suggestions. Just remember there are people who love you regardless of any “whats” or “whens”. I continue to be impressed with the person, husband, and father you’ve become.

  3. Margaret Elizondo says:

    Thanks for sharing; your mother’s blogs have been a source of solace for me for years; I will be thinking of you as you navigate this unasked for journey

  4. carmel says:

    Matt you’re in my prayers daily
    Blessings galore