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President Carter update

June222 — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 14:52:56 GMT

http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/jimmy-carter-to-undergo-radiation-for-cancer-on-his-brain/ar-BBlUD9K

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violann — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 14:58:24 GMT

An honest and decent man, above and beyond any political leanings......

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wagirl — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 15:01:54 GMT

He is a good man and I wish him and his family all the best.

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colliegirls — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 15:02:54 GMT

@violann wrote:
An honest and decent man, above and beyond any political leanings......

I agree totally.

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mstyrion 1 — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 15:03:58 GMT

I just watched his press conference on MSNBC.

President Carter exemplifies grace and strength. What a life he's lived!

Positive wishes for he and his family during this difficult time.

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LilacTree — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 15:13:53 GMT

I watched the entire news conference. He is an amazing man, obviously a "teacher" all of his adult life, up to the point that he is teaching us about the cancer he has, the treatments he will receive, and his attitude toward all of it.

I'm old enough to remember his presidency and it was such a slap in the face to him when Iran released the hostages the day after he left office. Reagan got the credit for it.

Jimmy Carter was never flashy, always rather humble and low key, yet he was probably one of the greatest humanitarians, certainly number one when it comes to former presidents.

He seems very optimistic, so I am hopeful that his time is not yet.

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Chrystaltree2 — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 16:04:25 GMT

President Carter is my idea of a genuine role model. He's a "good man" with a heart, dedicted to public service. There has never been a whisper of scandal in his personal life or in his professional life for the matter.

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ShowMe — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 16:10:21 GMT

@LilacTree wrote:
I watched the entire news conference. He is an amazing man, obviously a "teacher" all of his adult life, up to the point that he is teaching us about the cancer he has, the treatments he will receive, and his attitude toward all of it.

I'm old enough to remember his presidency and it was such a slap in the face to him when Iran released the hostages the day after he left office. Reagan got the credit for it.

Jimmy Carter was never flashy, always rather humble and low key, yet he was probably one of the greatest humanitarians, certainly number one when it comes to former presidents.

He seems very optimistic, so I am hopeful that his time is not yet.

i watched it too. One mighty strong man. Am sure his faith, family, and doctors caring for him will help him through this long road.

To live to be 91 and then have to go through this.

In January of this year I was diagnosed with the same kind of cancer. And have been having treatments myself. Have had biopsy, ultra sound, PET scans, 2 brain MRIs, and other things done to me. His, like mine, is a slow growing cancer, and that is in our favor if we are to have cancer. With so many visits to the hospital and oncologists office, I feel like that is my home away from home. Plus there are other doctors that I have seen in between. Hope he doesn't get 2 of the same side effects that I have gotten......hearing loss and blurred vision. These are not the only side effects, but they are making me very nervous.

Let us all please keep him in our -prayers.......prayers are so important.

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hckynutjohn — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 16:12:11 GMT

Exemplary life lived by this President of the United States. He gave much of his life to others both by leading our Country during some very bad times, and continuing after leaving office.

I too am optimist for the President and him and his family being optimistic makes a big difference regardless of the outcome.

My best to Mr. President and all of his family and loved one.

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LilacTree — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 16:25:05 GMT

@ShowMe wrote:

i watched it too. One mighty strong man. Am sure his faith, family, and doctors caring for him will help him through this long road.

To live to be 91 and then have to go through this.

In January of this year I was diagnosed with the same kind of cancer. And have been having treatments myself. Have had biopsy, ultra sound, PET scans, 2 brain MRIs, and other things done to me. His, like mine, is a slow growing cancer, and that is in our favor if we are to have cancer. With so many visits to the hospital and oncologists office, I feel like that is my home away from home. Plus there are other doctors that I have seen in between. Hope he doesn't get 2 of the same side effects that I have gotten......hearing loss and blurred vision. These are not the only side effects, but they are making me very nervous.

Let us all please keep him in our -prayers.......prayers are so important.

Show me. That must have been very hard for you to watch. Please accept my sincerest wish that you will tolerate these treatments and overcome this scariest of cancers. My heart goes out to you.

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June222 — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 16:42:26 GMT

@ShowMe wrote:
@LilacTree wrote:
I watched the entire news conference. He is an amazing man, obviously a "teacher" all of his adult life, up to the point that he is teaching us about the cancer he has, the treatments he will receive, and his attitude toward all of it.

I'm old enough to remember his presidency and it was such a slap in the face to him when Iran released the hostages the day after he left office. Reagan got the credit for it.

Jimmy Carter was never flashy, always rather humble and low key, yet he was probably one of the greatest humanitarians, certainly number one when it comes to former presidents.

He seems very optimistic, so I am hopeful that his time is not yet.

i watched it too. One mighty strong man. Am sure his faith, family, and doctors caring for him will help him through this long road.

To live to be 91 and then have to go through this.

In January of this year I was diagnosed with the same kind of cancer. And have been having treatments myself. Have had biopsy, ultra sound, PET scans, 2 brain MRIs, and other things done to me. His, like mine, is a slow growing cancer, and that is in our favor if we are to have cancer. With so many visits to the hospital and oncologists office, I feel like that is my home away from home. Plus there are other doctors that I have seen in between. Hope he doesn't get 2 of the same side effects that I have gotten......hearing loss and blurred vision. These are not the only side effects, but they are making me very nervous.

Let us all please keep him in our -prayers.......prayers are so important.

@ShowMe You will be in my prayers as well! June22

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4Kicks — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 17:28:53 GMT

(((ShowMe)))

Prayers for you also!!!

Heavenly Father, Keep ShowMe in your loving arms and give her the strength she needs to take each day as it comes and always keep looking UP!!!

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SerenitySilk — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 18:16:33 GMT

President Carter and his family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Watched the entire news conference, very touched by his courage

humility,what a teachable moment for me.I must admit I'm in awe

of his attitude,gentleness,acceptance and his deep faith.

ShowMe, I wish you all the best,you are in my thoughts and prayers.

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cowboy sam — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 18:26:57 GMT

Prayers said for President Carter for healing.

ShowMe...may you continue your healing journey also..prayers to heal.

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Susan-QVC — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 18:50:06 GMT

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jackthebear — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 18:53:42 GMT

@june22 wrote:

http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/jimmy-carter-to-undergo-radiation-for-cancer-on-his-brain/ar-BBlUD9K

sad to hear, he has done more in his lifetime than 10 men

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Abby Grace — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 19:13:01 GMT

ShowMe, I just said a prayer for you.

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cater — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 19:57:01 GMT

My heart and prayers are with President Carter and his family. My feeling of sadnessis this man has devoted his entire life to not only his family but our country and other people in different countries. Always working for the good of people and now at his age instead of just being able to enjoy his later years in comfort he has to live going through all this. I have admired him for years for how much in his own quiet way he managed to get so much done. I know there are many people walking in his foot steps facing what he is and I pray for them also. But when I saw him on TV today and heard about this week it just made me feel so hurt that this gentle man has to deal with this just like everyone else.

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JustJazzmom — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 19:57:32 GMT

Back on topic again--

Best wishes to President Carter in his fight against his cancer. He is an extremely brave man.

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cater — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 20:01:13 GMT

Showme you already know how much I care about you and all the prayers and healthy wishes and thoughts I send to you daily. You are doing so well dealing with what you are going through. You have a parade of posters that are behind you pushing you forward and willing to hold you up when you need us.