Bad News Today!

My thoughts are with you Mike. Take care.

-- The significant problems we face cannot be solved by the same level of thinking that created them

Mike,

Mimi and I will be praying for you.

Lew and Mimi

Mike
My prayer are with you.

-- Gee ,Florida

I am so sorry to hear that. Will continue praying for you.

-- Joe

Mike, You will be in our thoughts, hearts and prayers.

-- Max "Desperado", Salt Lake City, UT

Keep hope buddy my oldest brother had the same thing and he is fine and now at 73 he can do all he wants and lots of my friends went through the same and all are ok ,you will be fine take it easy at first.

-- --<<<<<< I will not stop until I get it right. >>>>>>--

Mike, this is obviously something that we did not want to hear but I am glad you shared it with us anyway. As always, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

-- With God's help all things are possible- even woodworking. Woodworking is not just a hobby, it is an (expletive deleted) expensive hobby.

Mike, you’ll be in my prayers!

-- Francisco Luna, San Francisco Bay Area.

You are in my prayers.

-- Kevin, Blue Springs, MO

Mike, you know you’ve got a lot of lumberjocks’ prayers going for you.

-- Charlie M. "Woodworking - patience = firewood"

God bless you and keep you, Mike. Win this one.

-- Chris

Mike,
You are in our prayers! Keep a positive attitude. It is one of the best things to do to conquer cancer.

-- Jamie, Kentucky

Mike, I’ll be sure to put you on the prayer list at church. The Great Physician can handle it all

-- Gary, DeKalb Texas

Mike, you’ll be in my prayers!

-- Grant...."GO BUCKEYES"

You never left my prayers Mike

-- There is no such thing as a mistake. Its called a design modification Rick Kruse, Grand Rapids, MI

Mike your still in my prayers, keep the faith!

-- Bill, Florida

I’m Praying for ‘ya Mike. Keep thinking positive thoughts.

-- http://www.grandprairiewoodworks.com http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6453794

Mike, you will be in our prayers as well. Use this down time to draw up all your future projects, you will be making sawdust fly in no time. Good Luck.

-- F.Little

We’re still thinking of you, one foot ahead of the other. Repeat. A friend of mine said once, “Just breathe…the rest is optional.”

-- "That which has in itself the greatest use, possesses the greatest beauty." - Unknown Shaker

Take care Mike, are thoughts are with you.

-- Ron Central, CA

Mike I hope you get to feel better.

-- CJIII Future cabinetmaker

Prayers sent…I know this was tough news..but you can do it…hang in there…we are thinking of you…

Matt, Sarah, Hannah and Ruthanne…

-- Matt, Napa, CA...fun is beautiful...just trying to have some fun...

Get well soon! We are all in your corner!

-- spanky46 -- Never enough clamps...Never enough tools...Never enough time.

I’m sorry to hear that Mike, You’re in out thoughts and prayers. Hope you get well soon.

My prayers are with you also…....... like the other have said Mike, “A positive attitude is what counts !”
We are all with you and look forward to you getting through this “bump in the road” and coming back and making the sawdust fly. Keep us posted as to how you are doing, when you feel like it.

-- Gene, Majestic Eagle Woodworks, http://majesticeagleww.etsy.com/, http://www.flickr.com/photos/majesticeagle/

Hang in there buddy!! We’re all praying for you!!

-- Matt, Houston Texas

My thought and prayers will continue to be with you my friend!

Get well soon

Trev

-- Trevor Premer Head Termite and Servant to the Queen - Heirloom Woodworking

My Prayers are with you..knwoing how medical set backs are..having Agent Orange..Making each day count…and you are now in God’s hand..

-- Jerry

My Prayers go out to you and your family.

God Bless
tom

-- Mc Bridge Cabinets, Iowa

hope you have quick recovery, and get back on track soon enough. we’ll be praying for you.

-- When in doubt - There is no doubt - Go the safer route.

Wishing you the best, our prayers are with you.

Doug

-- Doug, Cass City, Michigan

hay buddy you take care. We’ll be praying for you and your family.

-- http://www.woodsongsfurniture.com

Mike don’t get to down about this! This is curable. Chemo etc is never going to be called fun, but this type of cancer has a lot of success stories with it. A good fried of mine(not a patient) went through all of this with a lot of spread and had multiple different treatments. rest of the story, hes been cancer free for 8 years now. And everything has improved since hes was treated. just remember that you’ve got everything going for you..when its gets to a rough spot just bite the bullet and drive on. I have every belief that you can, and will beat this thing.

-- RTB. "dumb animals are not stupid they simply can't talk "

You take care Mike! Just do what the Doc says and get well!

We’re pulling for you!

-- Gary, East TX -- The longest journey begins with a single step.

Sorry to hear about this, Mike. Keep the faith, follow Doctor’s orders and take it a day at a time. I’ll keep you in my prayers.

-- "Bordnerizing" perfectly good lumber for over a decade.

Prostate, not what a lot of us guys want to think about. Me for one. Keep the faith. and keep us posted.
Lots of old timers here, What should we be looking out for? Did they spot this on a physical. I have not
been to a doctor in years other than a dentist or dermatologist. Kramanos
one of the best in the country is not to far from you. Get Well, your in OUR prayers.

-- Quando Omni Flunkus Moritati

Mike, you’ll be in my prayers!

Livestrong buddy.

-- All bleeding will eventually stop.

Mike, you’ll be in our prayers! Take care.

-- Martin, http://lumberjocks.com | My Facebook: http://profile.to/msojka

sorry to hear that but you’ll be in my prayers.

God Bless.

-- http://picasaweb.google.com/deniirawan66

Mike, Maggie and I have you in our prayers. Maggie is a 20 year Cancer Survivor, so keep the faith – Prayer is a Miracle Worker.

-- Bill - "Suit yourself and let the rest be pleased." http://www.cajunpen.com/

Thanks people I’m speechless with all of this support. God Bless all of you and thank you so very much, my heart is very touched. mike

-- Mike. mwurm13@yahoo.com

My thoughts and prayers of a fast and healthy recovery are with you.

-- "They who dream by day are cognizant of many things which escape those who dream only by night." ~ Edgar Allan Poe

My wife and I will keep you in our prayers and thoughts. Sounds like they might get it all.

-- Gary, Little River,SC I've Learned that the Lord didn't do it all in one day and neither can I

hang in there Mike, my prayers will be with you.
Smitty

-- Smitty!!!

GaryCN, It used to be after the age of 50 you should be checked yearly with a PSA test. My doctor just told me that he is getting patients now at 36 or 37, therefore if you are over the age of 35, have a family history of prostate cancer or are having trouble urinating you need to go to your Dr. and get a PSA test. At least you will have a baseline. I had mine taken and it, at first was a little high but in the normal range. Then it shot up 4 points in 1 month. That is a lot. The urologist gave me an immediate biopsy exam and found my prostate was full of cancer. That was in one month. So Yes get tested if you are over 35. Its just a blood test. So there is no reason not to. I hope this answers your questions. Thank all of you for your kindness. I am at ease knowing I am receiving this many people behind me and praying for me. I’ll pray for you all too. mike

-- Mike. mwurm13@yahoo.com

Mike My prayers continue for you and your family.

-- What happens in the workshop stays in the workshop. No wait that doesn't sound right. Karson Southern Delaware karson_morrison@bigfoot.com †

God, give Mike a cancer free body. You have the power; for you are the great healer. Our trust is in you. No matter what you do, we will always give you the praise and glory. In Jesus Name!

All the best Mike.

-- The smell of wood, coffee in the cup, the wife let's me do my thing, the lake is peaceful. http://web.me.com/deceiver6/Deceiver/Craftsman_on_the_lake/Craftsman_on_the_lake.html

You are in my family’s prayers Mike. I went through a large melanoma cancer issue a few years ago and I know how freaked out it can make you. Fortunately, technology and medicine today can pull out miracles, along with a little prayer.

-- I don't make mistakes, only design changes....www.dgmwoodworks.com

Thanks guys, thanks alot Karson.

-- Mike. mwurm13@yahoo.com

Mike, we do not understand why things happen to us , but we do know who is is control. We boldly come before Him with our prayers and He hears, He cares.

-- Ron in Osseo, Minnesota

Mike,

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

-- Fred.... Poconos, PA ---- Chairwright in the making ----

As others have said here, and from personal experience with friends and family, the importance of keeping a positive, healthy attitude cannot be over-stated, Michael. God Bless and watch over your care and health. Michael C.

-- Mike in Manchester, NH---Unpleasant tasks are simply worthy challenges to improve skills.

Mike; you, your family, and your care givers are in my prayers.

-- My favorite piece is my last one, my best piece is my next one.

Mike, Know that you and your family are in my prayers and in the thoughts and prayers of lumberjocks all over the world. Hang in there and do what needs done, you’ll get it beat.

-- Every cloud has a silver lining

God bless you Mike. I’ll be praying for you.

-- miles125, Alabama.."Architecture is frozen music""

I’ve got 4 friends that I know had prostate cancer.
They all had treatment of one sort or another.
3 are still with us and the one died of old age.
So the odds are good.

My PSA has always been below 1 but I just read the the PSA test is not as good as previously thought.

Prayers are with you.

Lee

-- No piece is cut too short. It was meant for a smaller project.

Fair winds and following sea’s Mike.
SM.

-- I will just keep doing it till I get it right.

Thanks to everyone, I’m overwhelmed with gratitude. You fill up my heart with warmth and faith. God Bless each and every one of you for your support and prayers. Love mike

-- Mike. mwurm13@yahoo.com

Hi Mike,

I just clicked on your homepage to see how you’re doing, & I was was saddened about the news.

Barb, & I will keep you in our thoughts, & prayers.

I’m on my computer in the basement, & just as I was writing this, Barb called out to tell me the news.

She was reading the same thing on her computer upstairs, is that a coincidence, or what?

You can see we’re both on the same wavelength thinking about you.

With all our LOVE, take care.

Dick, & Barb

-- -** You are never to old to set another goal or to dream a new dream ****************** Dick, & Barb Cain, Hibbing, MN. http://www.woodcarvingillustrated.com/gallery/member.php?uid=3627&protype=1

You are definitely in my and my families prayers Mike, and may God bless you with a cancer free body.

-- Kirk H. -- http://www.kjwoodworking.com

Hi Mike;

Real sorry to hear this news.

Lets hope this aggressive treatment does the trick.

Our prayers are with you.

Lee

-- by Lee A. Jesberger http://www.prowoodworkingtips.com http://www.ezee-feed.com

Thanks Lee and Dick and Barb and KJWood. You are also in my heart. mike

-- Mike. mwurm13@yahoo.com

Mike,

May fair winds blow your way. My thoughts are with you and your family.

-- "I am not young enough to know everything." JM Barrie

I willkeep you in my prayers I have had prostate troub le for years rrouble peeing all night every two hours I am up the twenty minutes to [produce an eggcupfull oh well I have spoken to the doctor and complained because the sleep depravation is annoying me but he doesnt seem to even be concerned I don’t know what the prognosis is for prostate cancer but it may be quite reasonable and not too ferocious I certainly hope for you that things will get better god’s love Alidstair

-- excuse my typing as I have a form of parkinsons disease

Scotsman, it sounds to me like you need a second opinion, soon!
take care.
Smitty

-- Smitty!!!

thank you Alistair, I am sorry you are having difficulty urinating.

-- Mike. mwurm13@yahoo.com

Mike,

My family is praying for you and yours.
My Dad was in this same predicament a few years ago. He went through radiation and took some pills. He is cancer free and doing well at 79 years young. His PSA numbers were yo-yo-ing and his Dr sent the results to Mayo. Without Mayo the oncologist would not have proceeded with his treatment. Mayo insisted on three test results before they would commit to their diagnosis. To this day he puts his success to his attitude -laughing daily, especially when it hurts (the laughter), support of family and friends -doing things even if it was arguing about doing something, and of course God -who hopefully didn’t always hear His name being used in the shortest psalm known to mankind :)

-- Elaine, Conover, NC

Always in my thoughts!

Fight it, buddy!

-- - Please help keep Lumberjocks an enjoyable escape by refusing to participate in political discussions. Simply spit out the bait and ignore the thread...

Thank you Elaine and Barry, Great advice Elaine, I’ll certainly take it to heart, you to Barry thanks. Have a happy Easter. Yours in Christ, Mike.

-- Mike. mwurm13@yahoo.com

Sorry to hear the news Mike. We will keep you in our prayers also. Keep up the fight and don’t let it get the best of you. Happy Easter and we’ll ask the man above to help and protect you.

-- Jerry--A man can never have enough tools or clamps

Best of luck Mike,

-- work from your heart and your spirit will live forever

These are always difficult to read and respond to. But I want you to know that Rita and I are keeping you in our prayers.

Take Care-

-- Todd A. Clippinger, Montana, http://amcraftsman.com

I hope things are going as well as possible. Sending positive thoughts your way, my friend

-- ~ Debbie, Canada (http://www.execulink.com/~yohan)

Hi Mike ~ Don’t know you so much since I haven’t been signed on for so long… but I can send you my blessings anyway. I’d say focus on the health and not the dis-ease. They pretty much counted my wife out a ways back and she shed the cancer and became a stronger person. She can whup me now. :-) God bless!

Thank everyone of you, all these incouragements are extremely helpful, you will never know how much so. love to all. Yours in Christ. mike

-- Mike. mwurm13@yahoo.com

we all want the best for you , keep the faith !
my prayers to you and your family.

-- david ,new mexico ,allheart

our thoughts and prayers are with you Mike

-- Jim from Heirloom Woodshop Southern Oregon

I am so very sorry that I missed this post ~~ You will be in my prayers and if you ever need someone to talk to I am always here…. please take care and God Bless you and your family!