Sunday, October 26, 2008

PERSONAL NEWS ABOUT MY HEALTH (LIMITATIONS ON WORK)



I learned this past week that I have been diagnosed with Renal Cell Carcinoma, that is, Cancer of the Kidney. Some of you are aware that I survived Testicular Cancer in 2000 after 6 rounds of chemotherapy and 2 surgeries at Duke. It is exceedingly rare that someone like myself should in less than a decade have two completely unique cancers that have nothing to do with each other, but here it is nonetheless. I only have one kidney (the other being removed in 2000 with my abdominal tumor) so this limits our options somewhat. We are cautiously optimistic however, as we have caught the cancer very early and whatever treatment we pursue, I should have plenty of kidney left to function as I have without dialysis or transplant. I am hopeful and gratefully aware of how incredibly precious life is, and I am so thankful to God for His manifold gifts, especially that of my wife and our family.

WITH REGARDS TO COMMISSIONED WORK: I will still be trying to complete work, but may have to indefinitely postpone and/or cancel many pieces, and I trust to your patience. Should you wish to withdraw a commission please do not be embarrassed or afraid to do so, as I may very soon be moving completely into drawing only things that I am inspired to do. I am sorry that the circumstances make this necessary for the present, but please know that I would be grateful to have less on my plate and you should not feel bound to continue with a commission that may not be finished in a timely way. 

Most of all, I elicit your prayers and thank you from the bottom of my heart for them. Please pray for Emily and I as we travel this road together. The Divine Physician uses very good instruments for his work, especially the physicians that I have the honor to work with at Duke. Thank you for your prayers!
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4 comments:

  1. AnonymousOctober 27, 2008

    I was so saddened to hear of your news. After going through this before I know you know what to expect but this time you have a loving wife to make this journey with you and your love and strength will pull you through. I feel God isn't ready to take you from this earth so fight with all your might and pray, as we are, for a miracle.

    Love,
    Aunt Melinda & Uncle Jimmy

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  2. ABOUT THE ARTIST: DAVID MYERSOctober 27, 2008

    Thank you Melinda! We love you all and are very thankful for your prayers - "Do not be afraid. Have Faith in God, have faith also in Me."

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  3. Penhallow StreetOctober 27, 2008

    You and Emily are a courageous couple. Our family will be praying for both of you. God Bless

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  4. WhispersongApril 04, 2009

    Believe in Miracles. I do and have experienced them in my own life. Call upon the Lord for healing and do not forget your spiritual guides who have been with you since birth. They require your permission to assist you. This also applies to our angels and of course, the Saints. Visualize yourself in a protective cocoon of love with white light. After all, love is all there is.....with help, we can heal ourselves and others. Your work is not done. You are a wonderful artist and your projects reflect your love and concentration. Put it to work on yourself, sweetie. You will be healed! My love, light and blessings for you and your wonderful family. xoxoxox

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