At 4:40PM, my wife asked if the doctor called with the biopsy results. I said, “Not yet, but I’m sure they will. And maybe no call is good news.” That answer did not work; she stood at my desk holding the phone. “Call now.” Leaving a message with the Nurse Practitioner caused me to have further confidence that the report was “negative”. At 5:45, Lisa answered the phone. “Ray, it is for you.”

“Mr. Randall, I hate to give this information to you on the phone; however, one of the sites on your prostate is cancerous. It is a small area on the upper right.” Lisa had picked up the phone and tearfully asked for an immediate appointment with a surgeon.

Well, the saga continues, and I will add my experience to this blog. Many questions come to mind about my life expectancy particularly. Today, this news sets me back a bit; not sure what it means to my life yet. My youngest children know; the oldest don’t.

Much to learn as I proceed through a series of appointments and choices. Already decided to meet with a surgeon at Lahey Clinic specializing in laparoscopic procedures after talking with my primary doctor.

You will find reliable and informative resources at The National Institute of Health website.Lisa said at dinner, “Gee, you have been Mr. Healthy with all your vitamins, exercise, no read meat.” I had chicken for dinner, but no leafy greens.