Back then, she had a small lump of a virulent cancer that was quickly removed. She did the most aggressive therapy, and was cancer-free for over 5 years until now. But, last week a mammogram found a 2.5 cm lump and it’s already in one lymph node.
We have a lot of things going for us. We have a good health care plan. Trish has few work committments now, so she can focus everything on recovery. My job is very sympathetic and will let me take care of her. She’s in the best mental and physical shape of her life, which will help her stay strong against the chemo.
She will beat this one, just like she beat everything else. She defies the laws of the universe.
We broke it to the girls, and they are naturally upset. We talked about the science of cancerous cells, the treatment, and what pink means. It was very hard to stay strong and confident for them. I put together a bag of pink stuff to help lighten the mood.
XML File doesn't existThere is a silver lining in this horror. The outpouring of love from friends has been overwhelming, inspiring and humbling. Trish’s close girlfriends came right to her aid. She immediately reconciled an old friendship that had ended angrily. And in an amazing event, hundreds of our fellow online gamers held a virtual rally in support. (It was called PinkforTink, because her online avatar is named Tinkerhell. More on this later. The photo is of the Badlands server community of Warhammer Online.)Trish (Tink!) you are loved so deeply and dearly, by so many people. We adore how you defy convention, confront your fears, and infect us all with your contagious Joie de vivre. Your star shines so brightly, and we all know you’ll make it through this like you have everything else.
We.
Love.
You.
Here is a short video of my favorite pics of Trish. It was made for our gamer friends, to whom we are known as Tink and Mort. (For best results, double-click on it when it starts to play for full screen)
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This is just a mind-blower…you look like the picture of health in that trapeze video. Praying for you, intently.
Great pictures. Great woman. I feel sorry for that lump for messing with our Trish!
Trish and David – I am so sorry to hear this news. trish it was so great to see you at southby… I loved your advice about going to things I knew nothing about! Very Trish and very valuable. Sending lots of prayers and energy your way now and in the coming days. Rebecca
See my facebook message. Much love and positive thoughts, Trish.
Fuck cancer and all the fucking shit that comes with it.
F**king Cancer! Don’t f**k with our Trisha, you f**king bastard! Hang in there, Trisha! We love you!
Trish, I had no idea and will pray for you and the family. I do miss my little ladies and I want you to know you can call on me if you need.
You’re all in my thoughts and prayers.
Rich (scavy/solongsw)
Oh Yeah, Trisha is strong.. this cancer picked the WRONG WOMAN to mess with. Go Trisha! AND Creekmore’s STAY STRONG!
Dear Trish and David and girls,
Remember there are a lot of us out here who love you and we’re holding you all in our hearts and our prayers. Trish, you can beat this. We’ll all be with you every step of the way.
Love,
Patrice and Dave
Trish: I am thinking of you, rooting for you—and blubbering like a yiddishe bubbe about all the love gushing from your friends and family. You couldn’t ask for a better support network (go Dave!)! Sending lots of love and healing energy your way. Let me know if you’re feeling up for a visit sometime soon. I would love to see you! BIG HUGS AND SMOOCHES. Viv