Really need prayers

jlmarta

And I'm keeping the prayers going out as well. I do hope a suitable donor surfaces sometime soon. 

kaspera79

Sorry to hear about the set-back Captain,  Will continue to keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Bigshizza

Hope that donor shows soon for you two! Need anything Ricky just lmk 

Rhamlin

Well I started a gofundme account for my wife. It won't let me post the link here but if anyone is interested I'm running a little contest from now till Saturday 8pm EST for some five packs that I've been sitting on for quite some time. You can find the link on my FB page. If you do donate just send me a message here so I can keep you separated. I almost didn't post here because of all you've already done and I feel like a mooch as it is but I know a few might be offended if I didn't. Anyways if you want to look me up its Ricky Hamlin. Love you guys. Oh yeah here's a pic of the five pack and if someone from here wins I got two special sticks I've had for 4 years to add to it because this place is my first love. 

Rhamlin

Oh and if anyone feels this is wrong on my part send me a message and I will delete it. There won't be any hard feelings. 

skydiverD

Im new to the forum, and just came across all this.  My heart goes out to you bro.  I know a good deal of what you are going through, having lost my first wife to cancer.  The battle days are long burned onto my memory, so i know the range of emotions you may be experiencing.  As a husband, you feel the overwhelming need to protect your wife, and against something like this, there is nothing you can do but be there.  It doesnt feel like you'e doing anything, but just being there is actually way more than you might think.  Just be there, be the rock, and screw everything else.  Love her, let her know it.  Truly and sincerely hope all turns out ok for you and your family!

IMO, there is nothing wrong with raising a little money.  Those medical bills can bankrupt anybody.  Do what you need to do, and dont apologize to anyone.

ExpendableYouth

I gave a donation, but if by some off chance I win I would like you keep the smokes for better days ahead. I wish you both the best and hope you find a marrow transplant soon.

jlmarta

ExpendableYouth said:

I gave a donation, but if by some off chance I win I would like you keep the smokes for better days ahead. I wish you both the best and hope you find a marrow transplant soon.

What Expendable Youth said fits the bill exactly for me as well, Ricky. I have plenty of cigars. I'd feel better if you kept them to enjoy after Carla beats her leukemia. God bless you both....

Rhamlin

Thanks guys! Update my local B&M wanted to get in on it and has donated this used but beautiful 100 count humidor along with some smokes. 

Rhamlin

I'll try the link this way. gofundme.com/carlasfight

jlmarta

Just FYI, Ricky, I received the thank-you note via GoFundMe but, for some reason was unable to reply to it. Just want to say you're very welcome. It wasn't a large amount but I hope it helps. 

As a cancer survivor myself I know how much it means to have the prayers and support of friends and family. I pray that a donor is found soon and that this ordeal can be over with and the two of you can get on with your life. 

Your friend,
Joseph Marta

peter4jc

skydiverD said:

Im new to the forum, and just came across all this.  My heart goes out to you bro.  I know a good deal of what you are going through, having lost my first wife to cancer.  The battle days are long burned onto my memory, so i know the range of emotions you may be experiencing.  As a husband, you feel the overwhelming need to protect your wife, and against something like this, there is nothing you can do but be there.  It doesnt feel like you'e doing anything, but just being there is actually way more than you might think.  Just be there, be the rock, and screw everything else.  Love her, let her know it.  Truly and sincerely hope all turns out ok for you and your family!

IMO, there is nothing wrong with raising a little money.  Those medical bills can bankrupt anybody.  Do what you need to do, and dont apologize to anyone.

Good words, Darrin!  I quoted it because it is exactly what I would say, having lost my first wife to cancer in '93.  You know and I know something of what Ricky's going through.

Hang in there Ricky...  better days are coming!

Rhamlin

peter4jc said:

skydiverD said:

Im new to the forum, and just came across all this.  My heart goes out to you bro.  I know a good deal of what you are going through, having lost my first wife to cancer.  The battle days are long burned onto my memory, so i know the range of emotions you may be experiencing.  As a husband, you feel the overwhelming need to protect your wife, and against something like this, there is nothing you can do but be there.  It doesnt feel like you'e doing anything, but just being there is actually way more than you might think.  Just be there, be the rock, and screw everything else.  Love her, let her know it.  Truly and sincerely hope all turns out ok for you and your family!

IMO, there is nothing wrong with raising a little money.  Those medical bills can bankrupt anybody.  Do what you need to do, and dont apologize to anyone.

Good words, Darrin!  I quoted it because it is exactly what I would say, having lost my first wife to cancer in '93.  You know and I know something of what Ricky's going through.

Hang in there Ricky...  better days are coming!

Bless you guys.

Rhamlin

Got some bad news yesterday at OSU. Seems my wife has very strong antibodies. Which sounds like a good thing but the Doc said that it makes her unsuitable to 95% of the population. They are now looking towards stem cells. And if that doesn't work out then it's just finishing the next year and a half on maintainance therapy and praying. They will still keep looking for a match but the odds are very slim. 

jlmarta

Really sorry to hear this news, my friend, but the prayers and good wishes continue. If there's anything else I can do for you please let me know. 

kaspera79

 Don't be discouraged, it is often the last key on the bunch that opens the lock. Your family remains in my thoughts and prayers.

Dark_Roast

Don't ever give up. When it seems darkest that is when a glimmer of hope will shine thru. Please continue to hold positive and possible thoughts. We Love You and Pray for You and your wife!

Rhamlin

Thanks guys. It means a lot. 

jlmarta

   C'mon, guys, its been a couple days, now, with no activity on the GoFundMe site.  If you can spare a few bucks, this is the place to put them.  Go to Carla.s page and make a donation.  It's the right thing to do....

Rhamlin

She's pretty bummed out. She just called me on the boat. She had to shave her head again. That Red Devil is some wicked stuff. What really sucks is that's the stuff she took for her breast cancer that they think caused this mess. 

Rhamlin

Wish I had some good news. It's getting harder and harder to keep my faith in God and humanity. 

Bigshizza

Still have you guys in our thoughts bro!

jlmarta

Wish I could offer more than platitudes but the prayers continue, Ricky. We've all got you and Carla in our thoughts....

Bob_Luken

Still praying for y'all Ricky. 

The3Stogies

Thoughts and prayers for you good wife Carla, been through so much.  And you stay safe there.

Rhamlin

Thanks Guys. You all have been a true blessing. Finding a donor is looking less and less likely. The few that have come up all backed out at the last minute. The only one who didn't got cut from the list because of some health issue. 

Echambers

Rhamlin said:

Wish I had some good news. It's getting harder and harder to keep my faith in God and humanity. 

I'm sorry that this is the space you are in right now and wish more than anything that I could say something that would help you strengthen your faith in God and humanity.

While we all carry some suffering and pain you have had more than your share as of late and I am sorry for that. I do believe, however, that God never gives us something we can't handle.  

Please know that you have a lot of friends here and we will do all that we can to help you, brother.

jarubla

Sending prayers your way.

kaspera79

I can't understand why people would offer to be donors, and then back out when called upon.  To learn strong faith takes enduring great trials. Stay strong, there are many praying for you both.

Rhamlin

kaspera79 said:

I can't understand why people would offer to be donors, and then back out when called upon.  To learn strong faith takes enduring great trials. Stay strong, there are many praying for you both.

Yeah I don't get it either. I guess it sounds all noble at first and gives a person a reason to puff up and pat themselves on the back but at the same time knowing they most likely will never be called.   But maybe that's just my bitterness coming out.