Comments for Daifung vs. The Brain Invaders

Comment on Thoughts by Blue Verhey

Blue Verhey — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:55:27 +0000

Great great news, Ted! I’m thrilled that a return to the Bay Area is a possibility!

Happy New Year, and may your healthy lifestyle continue to heal thyself!

Comment on The American accent quiz – Fri, 9 Oct 2009 by ashleigh sandy ghozali

ashleigh sandy ghozali — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 23:07:20 +0000

hey ted,

its always nice to read your postings. keep up the good works. stay positive. and hello from christchurch, new zealand where i am currently at.

Comment on 2 Years – Fri, 8 Aug 2009 by mrkrypto

mrkrypto — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 01:10:20 +0000

Yes, we absolutely should expect our friends and family to support us in our darkest times, but one lesson I have learned through all this is to cut everyone a lot of slack. Many of my friends did not contact me for a long time after hearing about my illness. When I reached out to them the response was consistently the same, they just didn’t know what to say. When cancer strikes you the people around you have to face the concepts of death and loss just as you do. This I was acutely aware of in my own situation. Where-as I quickly accepted the thought of dieing, for friends and family it was more difficult. Some reacted with anger, some with sorrow, some with resignation and some with denial. I am endlessly grateful to those who responded with kindness and support, but I do not begrudge those who responded in other ways because each of us faces our emotions and fears in our own ways. Congratulations on being cancer free for so long!

Comment on 2 Years – Fri, 8 Aug 2009 by Mars

Mars — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:43:51 +0000

Daifung, thank you for blogging this leg of your life’s journey. I read the sections about getting support with great interest. I am now 7 years and 3 months free of cancer. I was newly married at the time, and we had been trying to conceive for a year when I was diagnosed. That month I also found out I was pregnant.

One would think that family and husband and friends would rally round at that sort of thing, but in fact they did not. Best friend went 3 months without calling or checking in otherwise. Mother, sister sent a few letters but never considered coming out (and years later, neither will let me show them my massive surgery scars.) Husband got meaner instead of stronger, and never came to a single radiation treatment with me in 3 months.

Sometimes I wonder why no one was willing to go on that journey with me. And sometimes I simply forget that people can and SHOULD walk with us during those times. Thank you for reminding me that it was totally reasonable for me to expect support, that I deserved that even though I didn’t get it.

Comment on 2 Years – Fri, 8 Aug 2009 by Rob S

Rob S — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:51:10 +0000

Ted,

Reading your blog has been really inspiring. Your positivity and will to ive and love of life are truly amazing. Keep it up!

Rob

Comment on 2 Years – Fri, 8 Aug 2009 by Sanford

Sanford — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:20:05 +0000

What I meant to say was: “Hear Hear” !!

Comment on 2 Years – Fri, 8 Aug 2009 by Sanford

Sanford — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:18:04 +0000

Here here! Keep the faith, TC! Love, Sanford & A-Bomb

Comment on Positive News – Mon, 11 Aug 2008 by ashleigh sandy ghozali

ashleigh sandy ghozali — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:32:13 +0000

hey ted,

great news about the latest MRI!! and happy to hear that the HK oncologists have agreed to follow the treatment plans recommended by Duke.

that 62nd floor harbor view is simply magnificent!!!
can i visit when i’m in HK ??

asg

Comment on Positive News – Mon, 11 Aug 2008 by John

John — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:33:36 +0000

Great news Ted – we are all hoping that there will be more and more positive news.

The new digs look great, but I’ll bet Batman never came crashing through the window there like he did at 2 IFC.

Take care and I will call you soon!

John

Comment on Starting 7th Cycle – Tue, 29 July 2008 by ashleigh sandy ghozali

ashleigh sandy ghozali — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 19:40:10 +0000

hey ted,

kia ora from Los Angeles, CA
its always nice reading your postings.
and great pics too.
glad to hear that your HK based oncologists agreed with the opinion of folks at Duke re the 12 cycle treatment plans.
all the best, eh..with the 7th cycle of chemo.

Comment on San Francisco – Thu, 17 July 2008 by ashleigh sandy ghozali

ashleigh sandy ghozali — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 04:53:23 +0000

hey ted and nicole,

good evening from los angeles, california.
nice posted pics.
r u guys back in HK ?
all the best, ted, with the rest of the treatment plans.
remain positive!!!

Comment on Back from Duke – Fri, 4 July 2008 by provost

provost — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 21:03:38 +0000

Hi Ted. Just found out about your blog, so here I am, to read your accounts and say that my thoughts are with you and your family.
keep it up!
Also: wonderful photos!

Comment on Back from Duke – Fri, 4 July 2008 by Danny Lau

Danny Lau — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 02:29:19 +0000

Hi Ted and Nicole,

All good news! Enjoy yr trip and take more photos.

I am fine at the new place. Met Jason 3 weeks ago. Let’s see if any chance to have lunch or dinner together in HK when u are back.

Cheers,
Danny

Comment on Back from Duke – Fri, 4 July 2008 by ashleigh sandy ghozali

ashleigh sandy ghozali — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 22:12:17 +0000

hey ted and nicole,

enjoyed reading your latest!!! hope that you are enjoying your trip in the US.
i am back in los angeles for summer.
all the best with your medical treatments and health.
keep being positive!!!

Comment on Some good news – Mon, 23 June 2008 by Susan

Susan — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 19:32:09 +0000

Sweet!!! Say hello to San Fran & Ohio for me. Enjoy.
-S

Comment on Some good news – Mon, 23 June 2008 by Susan

Susan — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 19:32:08 +0000

Sweet!!! Say hello to San Fran & Ohio for me. Enjoy.
-S

Comment on Some good news – Mon, 23 June 2008 by Rob Sullivan

Rob Sullivan — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:21:32 +0000

Ted,
Fantastic News! I hope you enjoy a safe and relaxing visit back here in the States.
Rob

Comment on Just a quick update – Mon, 2 June 2008 by ashleigh sandy ghozali

ashleigh sandy ghozali — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 21:42:53 +0000

hey Ted,

Nice to hear from you, pal.
it is really cool that you will see dr Friedman.
All the best and remain positive!!

Comment on Just a quick update – Mon, 2 June 2008 by Debbie L

Debbie L — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 02:37:56 +0000

Wow – Ted. Had no idea. You’re so brave. Sending you all the positive energy I have to aid in your healing.

Comment on Just a quick update – Mon, 2 June 2008 by Sanford

Sanford — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 20:40:07 +0000

Ted Kennedy is here so Friedman can do the surgery on his tumor. You’ll be in good company. -Sanford