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NOTE: Patrick went to Heaven on June 19th. He is greatly missed already and yet through Paddygrams, his legacy will continue on. We strive to continue with Paddygrams as he wished-to help and encourage others going thru the battle. Thank you for your continued support….Family and Friends of Paddygrams
I am 33 and live each day to the fullest in my journey with “terminal cancer.” When I was diagnosed with metastatic pheochromocytoma at age 10, my parents were told I would not live to be 12. I have been told more than 8 times in 21 years that my case is hopeless and to prepare to die. Each time, something happens that changes the course.
My first tumor was wrapped around the aorta. I have had cancer in my liver since 1991, my lungs since ‘98, my pelvic, femur, cavernous sinus, parotoid artery, rib cage, shoulder blade, and now all along my spine pressing on my nerves. My pituitary was destroyed by cancer and I had gamma knife last year. In ‘03, my head was cut from ear to ear to remove tumor from the optic nerve area. Part of my skull was removed and replaced. In ‘97, my mandible was replaced with a bone harvested from my leg in a 15 hour operation at Baylor in Dallas. This one made the medical journals. I refuse to let this disease destroy one day of my life. Rather, I have a passion to encourage others to “keep on keeping on.” I know there are miracles. I have one each day. My desire is to give this message of hope and encouragement to others, and with Paddygrams and you, it can happen!
Posted by Patrick at February 2, 2006 09:57 AM
Posted by: Jimmy Sammons at February 4, 2006 10:07 AM
Patrick,
You are truly an example of what a missionary is. Your life testimony is a blessing to everyone around you. You are His angel and may He bless you with many more days to continue His work.I love you and I love sharing your story with others. Rest knowing you are in His loving, capable hands.
Love the new site.
Posted by: Jill DuBois at February 6, 2006 02:34 PM
Wow!!! Your mother gave me this site as we have met on the pheo support ezboard. You are an inspiration to me as I fight my battle. I am amazed at what you have had to deal with and you still keep a positive enlightening attitude. How is that? I try to keep up and positive but get knocked down so many times. I wish you the best and will keep you in my thoughts. Keep on fighting and peace to you!!! Diane
Posted by: Diane at February 6, 2006 08:04 PM
Patrick:
I read what you call a little history, that enough to last a life time and you are still standing. What a man," Each time, something happens that changes the course", that you spoke of, is The Almighty God Himself. Is anything too hard for God? No!, no!, no!. God is using your life to encourage me and many other. Just know that I will keep you in my prayers.
Posted by: Mozelle Crowley at March 19, 2006 12:59 PM
Patrick , You are such an insperation to anyone !!!
I have followed your moms post on the pheo board and through that I found your sight.
Life can deal anyone things that no one would expect,
Its how you carry on with what is delt you and the lives that you touch , sometimes people like me of whom you well never know, but through your positive attitide have helped ,
I feel a kindread spirt with you .
I know that we all have our bad days , but then we move on hopefully with a positive attitude like yours.
Thank you my friend.
Bill Paine
Posted by: Islandbound Bill at April 10, 2006 02:25 AM
WOW!! You are truly amazing. I graduated from Hillcrest High in '65 with your mother. We had some great times. Tell her that Gook says hi. You are an inspiration to us all.
Posted by: Diane Lloyd at April 27, 2006 04:58 PM
I think of you everyday and thank my God that you are a part of my life....I love you!!!!
Posted by: paige overton at May 21, 2006 06:07 PM
Patrick, what a great hero for God you are! Fay said, just yesterday, I have two great hero's for God in this life. One is Corrie Ten Boom. The other is Patrick.
We love your web site!