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I just received this information by email from a good friend of MrConfettiMan and wanted to share it with everyone immediately. For those who may not be familiar with him, MrConfettiMan is a founding member of the DC Chapter of Free Republic and has been an inspiration to all of us.
MrConfettiMan just called me and asked to please relay a message to you and Kristinn......this weekend while he was visiting family in New Jersey, his right hand and ankle started to tremble, when it didn't go away, they went to the emergency room, where it was discovered that he has a brain tumor. Today he will have a full body CAT-scan to see if there is anything anywhere else. Apparently, the neuro-surgeon thinks that the tumor is in a very accessible place and it should easily come out. They won't know anything about possible malignancy until the surgery.
Start praying,
Explorer89
I'll post updates on MrConfettiMan's condition when I receive them. I know you will all join me in sending prayers his way.
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Prayers on the way for MrConfettiMan and his family.
MrConfettiMan is one of the old FR soldiers and fighters. I wish him well in this his latest battle.
A big prayer bump for The Man!
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My prayer out for a real soldier. Keep us posted, won't you please?
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Prayers for a speedy and full recovery...
I blame Al Gore for this. It all comes from standing too close to that tumor-inducing Triana satellite.
Very best get-well wishes for the very first soldier on FR's front line!
Prayers for the man and his family!
MrConfettiMan and his family are in my prayers. May God Bless him and his, in the Name of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen.
On the way. Joe's one of the greatest people I met at FR.
Get well, Mr Kokomoman.
I rarely post, but MrConfettiMan got me hooked on this site....we've been friends for about 10 years. He's a good friend and an outstanding engineer. His spirits were pretty good this morning when I talked to him, and I think he is going to stay optimistic until he has a reason not to. I'm sure that he appreciates everyone's prayers and good wishes.
Prayers from Wisconsin.
A bump and a prayer.
Praying for MrConfettiman and his family. Thanks for posting this, Angelwood.
Prayers for you and your family
Prayer on the way for the "lone protestor" and family.
Prayer bump from the Takoma Park squad of the DC chapter, to MrConfettiMan and family.
Hang tough, MCM. Prayers are on the way.
prayer bump for MrConfettiMan. Good luck, Joe.
Prayers coming from California.
I had the pleasure meeting Mr. and Mrs.ConfettiMan several years ago when they came south and sat in on one of our Florida chapter's get-togethers. Nicer people you could never find. Praying for them and their familiy.
Leni
Our prayers are with Mr C. I will never forget seeing him sitting behind the dims on CSPAN during the hearings.
My wife had a brain tumor removed two years ago. It was benign thank God and she is doing well. I hope God shines his light on Mr C as well.
Prayers sent...
OH - heavy duty prayers going out for MrConfettieMan and His family!
OH - heavy duty prayers going out for MrConfettiMan and His family!
(Oops - you were already here, praying! Didn't need to ping you! Should have known - faithful prayer warrior that you are!!!)
Thanks for the info. I hope he is soon cured, and his and his families worries removed.
Prayer sent.
My Thoughts and Prayers are with MrConfettiMan and his family
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Bump for ConfettiMan! Get well bro!
Keep the faith!
May God bless you and yours.
Oh my! Many prayers are on the way, MrConfettiMan--you have always been one of my favorite freepers. You have inspired so many other freepers to get off their duffs and get busy!
I have every confidence that you will beat this thing!
Praying for a complete healing.
A prayerful bump for a great American.
Prayers and bump. Sending Joe some Ironpower to soldier on.
btt
Prayers for a full recovery.
May God Bless this man and his love Ones.
My prayers are with MrConfettiMan and his family. I have such fond memories of him. I met him during my several visits to D.C.
Prayers on their way for MrConfettiMan and his family.
And also prayers for the doctors, nurses, technicians, and all the medical professionals who will work on MrConfettiMan.
May God be in the midst of MrConfettiMan's treatment.
On the Way and on the list. When I first visited DC a few years ago this guy helped me to become a posting fool! Along with BadJoe et al.
God Bless You,
MrConfettiMan
I am very sorry to hear this. I hope the doctors are right, and that this can be cleared up quickly.
A prayer is on the way. - J.R.
My sincere and heartfelt prayers -- for the First Officer in the ARMIES of FR!
Our Heavenly Father,
I pray in agreement that MrConfettiman be healed totally and completely from that brain tumor and all tumors and afflictions. In Jesus Name, CANCER THOU ART REBUKED NOW AND FOREVER IN MRCONFETTIMAN AND EVERY INDIVIDUAL WHO READS THIS, BY WHOSE STRIPES YE WERE HEALED--TUMORS...THOU ART CAST OUT IN JESUS NAME!!!!
Father, restore MrConfettiman and all so cursed, for we are now free from the cursing according to his Word.
Thank You, God, in Jesus Name
Amen, and we all agree AMEN!!
May the Lord guide this dedicated FReeper and his family through this difficult time. Get well wishes and prayers going up for MrConfettiMan.
I am praying for this veteran Freeper and his family.
Prayers sent for you!
OMG! Dear MrConfettiMan, (Joe) My prayers are with you and your family. Lord, we lift up our friend Joe. We ask you Lord God, to please be with him and his family as Joe goes thur these tests. Please guide the doctors and bring about a quick healing. We pray this in the name of our Lord, Amen.
Prayers are on the way.
Joe, Darlie and I are praying for you.
Joe, Darlie and I are praying for you.
Pinging the Ladies Guild.
My prayers go out to Joe and his family. Lord, you who made the blind to see, the deaf to hear, and the lame to walk, please bestow your healing mercies upon our friend and compatriot. Please restore him and bestow your comforts upon him and his family.
Anglewood, please keep us informed.
Thanks for letting everyone know about this.. I pray the tumor isn't malignant and is easy to remove...
Thanks for the ping Teacup.
Prayers big time right now and continuing.
Prayers right now and I will keep praying.
Wow. Heres wishing him a speedy operation and recovery.
Hey Joe, prayers are on the way.
Thanks, Angelwood, for getting this up....Mr. Confetti Man will definitely be in my prayers---his family, too.
Will pray a lot for them. It has to be so frightening. I will pray that they all will feel safe, and comforted. That the news will be good...and that it won't be malignant.
This sure brought out a lot of the "OLDIES" from FR. I saw a lot of names that I recognized but haven't seen posting in a long time.
Just goes to show you,.. that FR is one of the best most caring places on the internet. People may slack off from posting at times,..but never from caring.
Today and until we know how MrConfettiMan is,.. thousands of prayers will be going out for him.
I'm sure this will be of comfort to he and his family!!
Please keep bumping this so it is seen once in a while.
I don't scroll down the page all the time, and almost didn't see this. I'm sure there are others who wouldn't see it either. Lets keep bumping it for our fellow freeper.
Prayers and good wishes to you at this time, MrConfettiMan. I am confident that the doctors will take care of this problem and you will be good as new in no time at all. There have been so many advancements in this area that you can be sure that you will be given the best treatment possible.
You are being bombarded with prayers from across the nation. You were our bravest soldier to have stood alone at the White House on that first day of protesting. We are all here to support you now at this time.
MrConfettiMan will be in my prayers.
Prayers and thoughts and wishes for the best possible news from the CAT Scan.
Prayers for MrConfettiMan and his family, from the KC chapter.
I rarely post, but MrConfettiMan got me hooked on this site....we've been friends for about 10 years. He's a good friend and an outstanding engineer. His spirits were pretty good this morning when I talked to him, and I think he is going to stay optimistic until he has a reason not to. I'm sure that he appreciates everyone's prayers and good wishes.
We appreciate you posting this now. Prayers for your good friend and his family have been and will continue to be sent. He is an invaluable member of FR.
Prayers being offered for him and his family. May God smile upon him and grant him successful treatment.
A privilege for this Texas family to pray for MCC and his family
Prayers for my good friend, Joe and his family on the way.
Please, Keep us posted on the tests and prognosis.
Prayers and a BTTT for MrConfettiMan!
We hope all is well and praying for a complete recovery. By the way, MrConfettiMan, that tumor is probably only composed of liberal cells. You won't miss it. :-)
This is the only picture I could readily find that shows MrConfettiMan. I am sure there are better ones out here, but he is the fellow in the background holding his famous "Fire the Liar sign."
This was taken in May of '99 at one of the White House Correspondent's Dinners. I still laugh at this picture ...Stephy couldn't get away from us fast enough.
My only claim to fame is that Joe brought that sign to work to show me the day before his first solo freep at the White House.
He's a toughie.....in my heart I just know he is going to be FINE.
Dear Heavenly Father: HELP! In Jesus' Name. Amen. For victory & freedom!!!
Be Positive & Get Well Soon, MrConfettiMan.
May God be with you, MCM. Heal quickly; we need you here!
Thanks for the heads up.
Good thoughts for MrConfettiMan abound, and from all over the country.
Again, my prayer warrior friend, we agree! By faith alone, we claim that which HE promised us... And all God's children say "Amen".
sw (spectre's wife :)
Amen,...........More Grace and Mercy,..........In Jesus' Precious Name, Amen!
A bump and a Prayer to our Heavenly Father for MrConfettiman.
A prayer for your swift recovery, MCM.
5.56mm
PRAYER "BUMP" FOR A FELLOW FREEPER
A bump for good news today from the cat scan. Keep the faith and FReep on!
Thanks so much for an update. I can tell by what you said you don't like to post, but if you could, would you? Small updates are fine by me, anything!!
And can you tell him about all the prayers going out for him? Ours in this house are from California.
Thanks, and God Bless, Mary Ann
opps sorry BOLD off. BTTT while I'm at it :o)
Here's a prayer to keep his name from being added to the Wall.
Prayer Bump from Modesto to one of the truly great wordsmiths on FR. May GOD Bless and honor the prayers of the Righteous, and give peace and comfort during this agonizing time.
My father had a brain tumor removed when he was in his 70's....the operation was successful and he had a remarkable recovery....I pray Mr. Confetti Man will, as well...
By His Stripes ye were healed...HEAL THIS MAN
1 Chron 4:10 Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with me, and that You would keep me from evil that I may not cause pain.--The Prayer of Jabez
I am heartsick.
MCM is not only one of my favorite Freepers, but a cherished friend as well...
Both Joe and his wife will be in my family's prayers.
Prayers sent for MrC and his family.
EAGLES UP, JOE! Your Freeper family is pulling for you.
Done.
Hi, everybody. My wife and I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for all the kind words and prayers expressed here. They mean so much to us during this most difficult time. I never thought I'd need my own FR prayer thread but never doubted what I'd see if I did. :)
I have some new information to share with you. I'm scheduled for a full body CAT scan tomorrow afternoon. The doctors want to see if the tumor is starting and ending in the brain or if it has spread to the brain from somewhere else. I'm also scheduled to have the brain tumor removed on Thursday morning at 9:50AM. The doctors have told me they will get a "feel" for whether the tumor is benign once they see it but the definitive answer won't be available until the pathology report comes in several days (5-10) later.
I'll tell you the size of the tumor was a little frightening to me once I saw it on the MRI images. The neurosurgeon said it's the size of a healthy lemon (including the swelling). The amazing thing is you'd have no idea anything was wrong with me unless you paid close attention to my right arm and foot, which still "twitch" from time to time. All of my motor skills are still working (for example, I'm typing this all by myself :). The surgeons said the location of the tumor makes it easily accessible and they don't expect too much trouble removing it.
I'm in amazingly good spirits and have a very positive outlook. Though I'm logical to a fault and realize the potentially rough road ahead, I refuse to focus on anything negative (for more than a few seconds :). Reading the contents of this thread have certainly helped as I knew it would.
MrsConfettiMan and I are fairly removed (distance wise) for our families but they are coming to visit in full force (like any Italian family would). My mom's is already here and tomorrow evening will see the arrival of my brother, my grandfather, aunt/uncle and cousins (one of whom is a critical care nurse), and my sister-in-law/brother-in-law.
I don't expect to learn anything new tomorrow (not sure I'll hear the results of the CAT scan) but I'll probably have the time to check in and provide an update in the evening. I apologize for not having the time to personally ping each person who replied to this thread so I'd appreciate if some of you could take up my slack.
Thanks again for all your kind words, thoughts and prayers. They mean more to me than I can possibly express here. Those who know me well (or have read of my exploits here on FR), know that I'm a fighter. I truly believe in the power of prayer and positive thinking. I promise to do my part if you'll help me out a little bit on your end. Eagles up, freepers!
Glad I saw this thread, and your update MrConfettiMan
Will keep you in my prayers for tomorrow's test, the surgery possibly on Thursday - and your quick full recovery.
Your post shows a positive attitude , and you'll be amazed at how far that will carry you :)
Trust in GOD always - He will take care of you and your family
Done........ best wishes for the whole family, will look for your updates.
Although Joe hasn't been as active lately, he was always and inspiration and ready to jump in wherever needed. I hope and pray that this is a simple procedure and he is back and fighting again soon.
Thank you for the update. You can be sure that all us on FR are here for you and our prayers cannot help but be a positive force for your speedy and full recovery.
Big heartfelt bump for Mr and Mrs ConfettiMan!!
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God's love never fails. Prayers for you have already been heard (cause God told me so); prayers are winging their way also for your entire family, and especially your mother, may she remain strong in spirit and have faith in the Lord to protect her beloved son.
Thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family!!
I don't post too much, anymore, either - but I certainly wanted to do so this evening.
BUMP!!!
May God Bless you and your family.
I am a Catholic, and I will pray an extra Rosary prayer for you.
Mr.and Mrs.C.are in my thoughts.
You're a brave man, Joe. I'm glad you'll have plenty of family near you. Your FR family will gladly help, too. Just let us know what we can do.
Take care, my friend.
Mr. ConfettiMan, When I saw this thread earlier today, I knew the response it would get. You are indeed a blessed man to have so many friends, whether we've met in person or not. You should feel light as a feather with all the prayers holding you up right now. I look forward to reading good reports in the near future.
SuzanneC
Thanks for the ping. Prayers for MrConfettiMan and MrsConfettiMan as well that our Heavenly Father just see them through this situation and the surgery.
Added to the Daily Prayers
You're young, strong, healthy and a fighter, indeed. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days. God Bless.
My prayers are with you....I had to respond to your post as my sister was just diagnosed last week with a golf-ball sized brain tumor- they will be operating on Sept 4th in Columbus, Ohio. The Doctors are very optimistic - they think it is a benign tumor - likely a meningeoma. My sister (a nurse) says she expects to be off work only 6 weeks and is very optimistic.
I'll be thinking about you on Thursday...
MCM, You were there at the beginning, showing the rest of us the way. I know you will overcome this, with God's help and with the help of all of those that love you.
MrConfettiMan...love that name...may all be well, may healing and recovery commence at once under grace, may all be comforted and their spirits lifted up, in the name of Jesus Christ we give thanks.
Prayers your way, MCM!
Hope I got that number right....what a great surprise to check in on the thread and find "the Man" himself has provided us with an update.
MrsConfettiMan and I are fairly removed (distance wise) for our families but they are coming to visit in full force (like any Italian family would).
I always thought she was MrsConfettiWoman??? Hang tough, MCM, you've got legions of support out here in flyover country.
MrConfettiMan,
Try:
Johns Hopkins Neuroscience Critcal Care,
Dr. Ben Carson -- Neurosurgeon
Baltimore, Maryland
I have personal experience with them.
If your problem can be solved, Johns Hopkins will solve it.
Praying for you -- StormEyE.
MrConfettiMan, being the eternal optimist, I know you will come through this with flying colors. Stiff upper lip family, he'll be fine.
Prayer bump.
Get well soon, MrConfettiMan -- we need you back on the front lines.
Extra prayers for a great patriot. Father, watch over Joe and give his doctors great wisdom. Let this be a blip on his life journey. In Jesus name. Amen
Best of luck! May God be with you, as our prayers will be.
eloy
MCM, prayers for you and the Mrs. from central Jersey, from a fellow Paisan, capiche? We treasure you here at FreeRepublic, and ask the Good Lord to restore you to good health and vitality in short order. God bless you!
I pray that the tumor releases it's hold and is removed completely.
Hope all goes well. Sounds like the docs have everything in order. Keep us informed - eh?
Amen,.........More Grace and Mercy,.........In Jesus' Precious Name, Amen!
MrConfettiMan holdenna "FIRE THE LIAR" sighn.
Humble, grateful petitions headed the right way on your behalf! Get well soon!
HF
Those who know me well (or have read of my exploits here on FR), know that I'm a fighter
Stay strong, we are all fighting for you too...
Praying for you and your family. God bless you all.
You'll be in my prayers. You were one of the original Freepers who drew me to this site, and inspired me to hit the street in protest against the Liar. I believe you will be okay, let us know what happens next. God Bless!
You have my prayers.
My prayers are with the "Confetti" family. May God bless them with healing and His peace.
BUMP!
More prayers on the way.
AG, I know you want in on these prayers!
Oh absolutely I do!!! Thank you so very much for the heads up! I am praying for him right now! Trust God! and Praise Him for the healing MrConfettiMan will receive!
prayers for MrConfettiMan and his family.
MrC ~~~ you are on my prayer list now and I will especially be praying for you (and the doctors) Thursday morning as you go into surgery. God bless you!
Lord, may this calamity depart from a good man.
My thoughts and prayers will be with MrConfettiMan. May God's miracle working hand touch this outstanding human being and patriot.
Thanks for the update, amigo.
I'm in amazingly good spirits and have a very positive outlook.
Very encouraging to hear this. Just remember you're never alone. God is never far away. And he hears your prayers.
I'll be praying earnestly for your speedy recovery.
God bless, and keep us posted.
Hey dude, my daughter's babysitter's father had a tumor removed last summer.....totally benign and he is doing great. She told me that he was cracking jokes as he was coming out of the surgery. I'm hoping it is exactly the same way for you. Actually, I know it will be. ((Hugs))
Take my advice. Stay in denial until the operation. That's what I did when I got married. It worked great.
Good luck. You'll be covered in prayers for the duration.
Prayer bump.
You are in my prayers. Take care, and I hope you'll be back to Freeping in no time.
The Lord be with you, Joe. We met at the March for Liberty last October - you were on your bycycle and we chated for about 10 minutes. With all of our prayers and with God's blessings, you'll soon be recovered and back out with us.
(Thank you billbears for that ongoing work on the daily prayer thread and for adding MrConfettiman to that thread).
MCM - thank you for your update report.....will be praying through the coming days. God (by His Holy Spirit) is there with you right now and will be right there in that operating room on Thursday and in the days following also.
Best Wishes, Joe.
Thanks for the advice, StormEye. Our family physician, who I was scheduled to meet for the first time this Friday (pretty funny, huh?), got quite a surprise upon hearing from us this weekend with the news. His name is Dr. Stuart Selonick and we met him for the first time yesterday. He's an internal medicine doctor specializing in hematology and oncology. He teaches at John Hopkins and was recommended to us (prior to all this) by the son of my wife's former boss who's going through his residency right now (said son having just been named Chief Resident).
Dr. Selonick referred us to a neurosurgeon named, Dr. Thomas Ducker. I found the following bio on him on the web: Dr. Thomas B. Ducker, a graduate of the University of Virginia School of Medicine who completed his residency service at the University of Michigan, is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. An internationally known neurosurgeon specializing in the spine, Dr. Ducker is also on the staff of The Johns Hopkins Hospital and a member of the teaching faculty at The Johns Hopkins Medical School. Dr. Selonick also told us that Dr. Ducker was at one time the Chief of Neurosurgery at (I believe it was) the University of Maryland.
The surgery itself will be performed at the hospital in downtown Annapolis at the doctor's suggestion. We have every confidence in them and their judgment. Well, I hear the rest of the house waking up so I better get myself upstairs and let them see that I'm still in good shape. :) As I said yesterday, I'll try to check in later tonight with an update. Thanks again for all your prayers. Knowing you're all out there thinking about me and my family is making this much easier.
Deeply praying that you will be up and about on Friday sharing your good news with us all.
Eagles up, Joe! We're with you in spirit all the way.
Thanks for the update MCM - - prayers are winging their way to the Lord. May you have PEACE, no matter the outcome....
PRAYER BUMP
Prayers coming your way Joe. I had a similar situation a few years ago except on the other side Joe. The methods they use today are exceptional.
You live in an area with the best doctors in the world for this. God Bless and Love Ya.
Amen,.........More Grace and Mercy,...........In Jesus' Precious Name, Amen!
Angelwood, thanks for posting this!
MrConfettiMan....Prayers being said for the doctors to specifically know what/where this tumor is & easy access to it;
Also, pray for good news in the report to follow.
God bless you, Sir.
Angelwood, thanks for posting this!
MrConfettiMan....Prayers being said for the doctors to specifically know what/where this tumor is & easy access to it;
Also, pray for good news in the report to follow.
God bless you, Sir.
bump for a great man....
Fred, thanks for the flag.
MrConfettiMan, more prayers are on the way!
Thank you for the flag, kayak. It's most appreciated.
Prayers offered for you and your family, Joe. God bless.
Thanks for the post. Hopefully everything will turn out fine.
You are in my thoughts, my dear friend.
Peace and strength be with you and with your family.
Get well....we need more pictures :)
PRAYERS from Houston!
MrC, it sounds like you've got a fantastic team of doctors. I am thanking God that they are there for you. And I am certain that God will guide them well during your surgery and recovery.
You stay strong, MrC! We'll keep praying!
In honor of MrConfettiman: "Gee, a tumor. You need that like you need a hole in the head....ummmmm nevermind." :)
I pray God grants your doctors the skill and steadiness to do the best job possible.
More pictures?
There's MrC and his FIRE THE LIAR sign at the House Managers Tribute Rally, with kristinn on his right and Jim Robinson on his left.
Hang tough, my friend. We're pulling for you.
Best Regards
Caught your update and you will be in my prayers until after you come back and tell us that you are doing fine.
Just check the bona fides of your surgeon, willya? Don't want one of the Chimps or DUmpsters cutting on you - you might come out of the surgery eating tofu and voting for gun control...Yikes.
Prayers for guidance and wisdom for the surgeons and all the medical professionals. May God fill you and your family with peace and strength.
I'll pray too. God bless you, Mr. ConfettiMan.
"I truly believe in the power of prayer and positive thinking. I promise to do my part if you'll help me out a little bit on your end. Eagles up, freepers!"
I know I speak for the other Florida Freepers who were there, when I say it was great meeting you and your wife when you came to Florida a couple of years ago. Hang in there ... you're in my prayers, too.
FYI, John Hopkins was rated number ONE in a number of Publications I just read. We are always interested in "the top" medical facilities for our own interests. Mayo in Rochester was number Two, and that is where I had gone in the past. Nothing at all against Mayo, (They were very impressive) but I would chose John Hopkins in the future knowing what I do now!!
Your in great hands. I would feel confident and good about your choice if I were you.. You rec'd great advice!!
You will remain in this California homes prayers until your back on your feet.
God Bless, Mary Ann
You have my prayers :)
Prayers for your sister too!! For her surgery on Sept. 4th.
God Bless all of you!!
Joe, absolute best wishes for you and your family. Glad to hear your spirits are up! You have been an inspiration to us all in the early days of FR activism and you're one of the best people I've met through FR. Thoughts and prayers are with ya, ole buddy.
Where ever you are, Joe - being scanned, x-rayed, waiting, sleeping - whatever----we are there with you. We won't crowd you too much, but I hope you feel us with you.
Bless you. Prayers are on their way.
Afternoon prayer bump! Whenever I think of MrCM, I think of a single White House protester, and what he started!
prayers sent bump
Prayers for MrConfettiMan!!!
Best of luck, MCM!
I'm glad you had an inside referral source, and that you have an upbeat attitude. It's important both pre and post-surgery. Even better that you have an opportunity to spend more time with your families.
We'll be thinking of you.
After the CAT scan, see if you can push them to get a full-body MRI, just in case.
Thanks as always for posting Angelwood!
A prayer and a bump for Mr.Confettiman.
Dear Lord, Please heal your servant for the continued service to you. Amen
Saying a BIG prayer here from a fellow DC Freeper! We are with you Mr. C!!!!
Lord, You are indeed The Great Physician. Please heal "MrConfettiMan" and comfort his family. In this as in all things, glorify Yourself and may Your will be done.
In Jesus' name, Amen.
Thanks for the kind words, Rodger.
I don't really have anything new to report. I had the CAT scan of my chest, abdomen and pelvis area this afternoon but haven't heard any results. I have to report to the hospital tomorrow morning at 6:30AM for another CAT scan of my head (they're putting all sorts of markers and stuff on my head so the surgical tools will know where they are at all times). The surgery is still 9:50AM. My wife will try to get word to Explorer89 or Angelwood later on in the day (Friday morning at the absolute latest) if possible.
I'm remarkably calm. We must face the challenges we're presented with and must understand that some things are just not under our control. Thank you all for your kind words and prayers. I will talk to you again soon. Joe (MCM)
update bump
"We must face the challenges we're presented with and must understand that some things are just not under our control."
Wise and courageous words. I knew you were a good soul from the moment I met you. Look forward to hearing you moan about the hospital food. In circumstance like these, I'm sure MrsConfettiMan will give you a pass for flirting with the nurses. See ya.
Prayers continue, MrC.
"We won't crowd you too much, but I hope you feel us with you."
Hey, move over Exit148, you're sitting on my hand and Joe's about to fall off the bed!
What's all this I hear about two more? I thought we had enough trouble during the last two!...
What?
Oh... never mind.
(A little humor to help fight the tumor, get well soon!)
Prayers, and bump.
It was good to hear your voice on the phone today, Joe. You sound calm as you are surrounded by friends and family and in everyone's hearts and minds. Take care and God speed...you through this travail to a full recovery.
BTTT
Thanks for the updates, MCM. I have a good feeling that everything will be alright. I'll send some prayers your way tonight and in the morning.
Hope you get well soon, hang in there, we have much unfinshed work to do here.
Joe, prayers continue.
Your peace must surely come from God.....I know lots of prayers are being sent your way.
Mostly Lurk but have enjoyed your entries in the past and of course expect to in the future. I also have my wife as proof of todays miracles. She was diagnosed with a brain tumor and operated on 5 years ago with great success. Our prayers are with you from the Mohawk Valley of Upstate NY.
Wilum
Our prayers are upon you, Joe. Thank you, Kathy and Guen....FRegards
MCM, standing there in front of the White House with that "Fire the Liar" sign (way before standing there protesting was cool) became my first FR Hero.
Hang in there, Joe.
Many prayers will be coming your way from the freepers gathered in Dallas this weekend.
Take care. I pray all turns out well.
Prayer bump from the left(ist) coast of our country and may God be with you and your family during this trying time.
I will say prayers during your surgery tommorrow morning.
Just a bump to remind everyone that Joe's surgery is this morning at 9:50. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers during the day. He expects the surgery to last until about 3:00pm. Thanks. And please keep bumping today....
Thursday morning prayer bump. With you as you hhead in for the procedure, MrC.
Sending more prayers for Joe to keep him safe during surgery this morning. Please keep this thread bumped throughout the day.
Bumpin...
Prayerful bump!
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Surgery Prayer BUMP!
May God be present in the OR and guide the surgeon's hands. May He use His almightly powers of healing to restore MrConfettiMan to perfect health.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Praying that the surgery is going well.
More prayers for MrConfettiMan and family. May God grant peace and comfort to his wife and his family during this hard ordeal of waiting for news during the surgery.
We are holding the 'prayer fort' here, Joe.
Dear Lord, please look kindly on our beloved Joe during this procedure. Guide his surgeons and the medical team, and comfort his family during this trying time. May Your healing powers be bestowed upon this good man.
Amen,........More Grace and Mercy,.........In Jesus' Precious Name, Amen!
Joe,
The Lord keeps bringing you first & foremost to my mind......Surely prayer support & intercession is strong from this forum & elsewhere for this to be felt so overwhelmingly!!
He is with you Joe.
Sorry to be so late to this. I've been over in Klamath and was not online too much.
God bless you my friend. You have done much for Liberty and the people of this nations through your efforts there in DC ... far more than any of us know. Such is the case with sefless acts of commitment on behalf of truth ... the good Lord makes sure they spread and that their impact is maximized far beyond the vision of the doer ... those acts are inspired by Him.
Our family's prayers will ascend to Heaven on your behalf. May you and your loved ones know and experience the Peace that passeth all understanding spoken of in the scriptures as you go through this period.
I know you'll be back out there stronger than ever in the near future.
God bless.
Dear Lord watch over our friend and compatriot and by your healing touch bring him out of the dark valley and restore him as you restored your friend Lazarus.
A Bump for Joe.
Angelwood, are you in contact with the family? Can you update us once he's out of surgery?
Another bump while Joe is in surgery....
His wife will call either me or his new co-workers, and I should hear something as soon as she is able to let people know. I will post whatever news I get as soon as I can.
We are all thinking about you, Joey.
Prayer BUMP for MrConfettiMan!
Joe's wife will contact one of us and the news will be posted as soon as we know anything. Keep the prayers and good thoughts flowing for Joe.
Afternoon bump for Joe.
BUMP for Joe and his family!!! Please keep us posted!!! I'm praying all day!!!!
Prayer filled bump in confidence that all has gone well with the procedure and that you will soon be up and about, Joe. The Lord watch over you in recovery.
Added prayers here.
It is about 7:00pm Eastern time here, and Joe's surgery should have been finished about 4 hours ago. I haven't heard any news yet. I will check my voice-mail and e-mail again before going to bed.....if no news tonight, I will hopefully have some news for everyone in the morning.
Prayer bump
Prayer BUMP for good news.
Joe: My Prayers are sent for you! Take care....
A post-surgery prayer BUMP to our dear MCM:
Please dear Lord, watch over this good man and with your healing goodness, be kind and gentle with him.
Anything - yet?
Please spread the GOOD NEWS when you receive it. Thank you for alerting Angelwood when you received the bad news.
You're in our thoughts - this too shall pass, Inspiration Man. May your recovery be complete, dear FReeper.
Lord please watch over MrConfettiMan, make his procedure swift and successful in Jesus Christs name I pray Amen.
I will certainly remember MrConfettiMan and his family in my prayers.
It is Friday morning, and I have still heard NO news. I promise to post whatever news as soon as I get some....
WHOO-HOO!! I have news!!
One of our friends just called me to tell me that everything went great in the surgery. He's still in ICU, and can't have visitors until at least Saturday, when he should be out. They won't know about possible malignancy for several days until the biopsy report comes back.
Keep praying for him, everyone, but it sounds very good so far.
Thank you for the positive update!
Thanks Ex!
Hurdle #1 is over! Now we start zooming in on that biopsy report and the difficult waiting period. I hope Joe and his families's spirits are buoyed by all the vibes going their way.
Bless you, Joe, and hang in there!
Thank you Lord for the GREAT news!!! Please keep your loving arms around Joe and please shine your grace upon his family and friends by bring healing, comfort, and peace to all involved. Amen.
Thanks for posting this E-89! This news was wonderful to wake up to this morning.
Thanks for the good news EX89. May Our Lord continue His watch over your recovery, Joe.
Praying for the biopsy report to bring relief. Lord, let Joe and his family be comforted as they await these results. We ask that You keep this man healthy and let him rejoice in Your great mercy and love. Let this biopsy report be one of good and welcome news. May Your angels keep watch over all of them as they suffer through this waiting. Praying in Jesus' name. Amen
I just got a new update on my voicemail from Joe's wife....(12:20pm Eastern). They are moving him to a private room, and will probably release him from the hospital by the end of the weekend. They are very pleased with how he is responding to everything.
Just checked in during lunch and found your most welcome news. Praise God that he is doing so well and BUMP!
MCM, you're in my prayers. Get well soon.
Thanks for the heads up, Fred.
Thank you!!! Our prayers continue for a speedy recovery and GOOD news!!!
Thanks for spreading the good news about MrConfettiMan. I've been out all day, but my thoughts have been on Joe's recovery. Positive thinking and lots of prayers still needed, but it seems that the operation has been a success. Hey, Joe, get better fast. We're all counting on it.
Thank you for the news Ex89. Sounds good!!
My wife had a brain tumor removed resulting in a Bells Palsy on one side of her face. If Mr C has any problem like that we can help.
Our prayers and thoughts are with him and his family. We hope the wind is always at their backs.
Thanks for the update, I will continue to pray for a full recovery for Joe.
Prayer bump!
Good to know MrC is recovering well! Will keep praying for him and his family!
Thanks for the update on MrConfettiman's condition. Now we are praying very hard for a good biopsy report.
You have our prayers for a good outcome and quick healing, Joe.
Monday morning prayers that your recovery progresses and that the news continues to be good.
Here's another prayer bump for MrConfettiMan and his family.
Any word on the biopsy?
Amen!.............More Grace and Mercy,.............In Jesus' Precious Name, Amen!
I talked to Joe this morning on the phone. He sounds just great. He is at home, and he is bored. He goes back for follow-up on Thursday. They may or may not have the results of the biopsy by then. I'm really happy at how good he is sounding. Hooray!
I'm really happy at how good he is sounding.
I can bump that!
Joe, Take care my friend our prayers are with you.
Amen,.............More Grace and Mercy,..........In Jesus' Precious Name, Amen!
Dear Mr. C,
I join all the voices praying for your quick and complete recovery. Get well soon.
Marylander
Thanks for the report!
Explorer89 - thanks for the update. I called MrConfettiMan this morning also. It was great to hear how healthy and cheerful he sounded. The best prognosis for the operation was 3 days in the hospital and out -- and that's just the way it happened for Joe.
Unfortunately, he is not allowed to go downstairs and get on his computer just yet -- FReeper withdrawals have probably already set in!
Prayers are still on the way for the best of news on Thursday and for Joe's continued recovery.
See previous post.
Please start Thread 2 for Mr. Confettiman, and thank you for this (most appreciated) heads up.
Does Mr. ConfettiMan know that Neal Boortz just announced Sean Hannity is going into syndication? WAHOOOOOOOOOOOO! (SuzanneC just emailed the news)
Been out of town and just caught this news. MCM was kind enough to direct me to the Saturday winter regulars when I came through DC for only two hours a year ago and I was late enough to miss him to my regret. A Gentleman who is in my prayers.
Good news indeed!
Any news on how MCM is doing? Thanks!!!
Thank you so much for the update! Praise God!!!
Adding more prayers here.
A-G, how's Donna? She is still in my prayers.
Thank you so much for your prayers for MrConfettiMan and Donna! She is bouncing back from her last chemotherapy session and is now contending with what they suspect is a pulled muscle from doing too much stair climbing. Praise God!!!
A full recovery bump for MrConfettiMan, and also prayers for his family...
She is bouncing back from her last chemotherapy session
Praise God indeed !!!!! I will continue to pray that she only gets better every day.
Will continue to pray for MCM and family.
We will continue to carry "Fire the Liar!" signs this weekend in Modesto as a tribute to MCM and as part of our protest. Our main theme is, as always, is Chandra Levy and her return. Get Well Soon!
AMEN!..........More Grace and Mercy,.....with The Praise of Thanksgiving,.....In Jesus' Precious Name, Amen!
Hi, everybody. I finally managed to pull out my laptop from work yesterday (my desktop computer is in the basement and I'm supposed to keep the stair climbing to a minimum) and read through this entire thread. Once completed, I was too drained to reply. I noticed we failed to report back as soon as possible to the freepers as to state of my surgery and for this I apologize. I had hoped to get some word back as early as Thursday afternoon but I guess for various reasons it didn't work out that way.
As reported, my surgery went very well. I was fully coherent and responding positively to all skills tests within an hour after surgery. The neurosurgeons had told me I shouldn't be surprised if I noticed some weakness in my right arm and leg but I've yet to notice any reduction in strength. I was up and walking around the very next day. They kept me in ICU until Saturday morning because I was an easy patient and they weren't pressed for beds. The doctors said the best prognosis I could hope for was three days in the hospital and that's what I got. Sunday early afternoon I was discharged and I've been doing great recuperating at home.
I have a follow-up visit with the neurosurgeons in the afternoon on Friday. They may or may not have the pathology report on the tumor at that time. We're hoping to have a better understanding of where things stand after that meeting. However, we will still want to see our family doctor (who just so happens to be an oncology expert).
My friends, I wish to thank you from the very bottom of my heart during this most difficult time. (It's all happened so fast I've barely had time to digest it.) Please continue to keep my in your thoughts and prayers.
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You, your family, and your medical care providers have, are, and will continue to be in my prayers until you report in to us that you are 100% and ready to Freep!!!
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New Jersey prayer bump. Where in NJ is he???
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MCM, it's so good to see you online again! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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What a generous person you are. Thank you so much for taking the time to update us. Our prayers continue to be with you.
It is wonderful to hear from you, and it sounds as though you're doing remarkably well - will continue to hold you in thoughts and prayers for a full and speedy recovery.
VERY good to hear things went so well...
We WILL keep you in our prayers.
FREEP ON!
So happy to see your (too seldom seen anymore) words -- you will remain at the front of my prayers, MrCM!
Hooray for all that healing going on!
Prayers and Bumps to you from California. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Great to hear from you, Sir, and that you're doing so well!
Keep it up!
Attaboy, Luther.
Hey, Joe! Great to see that they didn't leave you a democrat, but I suppose they would have to go in there with an ice cream scoop or garden trowel to effect that big a change. <g>
BUMP for a patriot on the mend!
Thank you for the greetings. It was wonderful to see your screen name pop up. You definitely sound like a man headed for full recovery and I will continue to pray that God's hands keep you on the path. Prayers and blessings, dear Freeper friend.
Thank you for the good news. You're one strong Freeper! Continued prayers for your full and uneventful recovery.
Glad to hear your good news. You fought the good fight at the hospital and at the Whitehouse. Get well quickly and when Mrs. MCM tells you to rest, do it.
The echos of "Fire the Liar" on the streets of Modesto on Saturday will be our get well and tribute to you. God Bless
Thank you so very much for taking the time to respond to us! The Scriptures (Romans 8) tell us the healing begins in the Spirit and goes outward to quicken the mortal body.
I can see you are positive and forward looking and are trusting Him, so it appears the Spirit is already moving in that direction for your good health. Praise God!!!
Continuing to pray for you - glad I checked FR one last time before heading home.
Thank God you are on the mend. The silence was deafening, and my heart jumped when I did a self-search and saw the caption believing it was an updated report. Please remember to keep us posted after your visit on Friday, as we have a group pulling and praying for you here.. And that's an order!!
Thank you so much! Praise God!!!
So glad to see you back on line, and doing so well. Godspeed for a full recovery and no lingering effects.
Keeping you in my prayers...
Indeed, Praise God!!! for all the healing going on!!!
Take care. Do what they tell you to do and don't try to play superman.
Let me join the bustling crowd of Freeper well-wishers.
Your recovery is awe-inspiring--but normal for the spirit of a front-line warrior.
I know you will keep us all posted as things progress to a full recovery.
Thanks for the update MCM!
Hang in there for the pathology report. Make sure your wife reminds you to ask lots of questions just in case you forget.
It's great news that you didn't have any complications from the surgery.
Keep us posted over the weekend!
Very good news.
Please let us know what happens Friday.
I will keep you on my prayer list.
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Grate news soooo glad to hear it...you were one of my early FR heros...
Thanks
Glad to hear you made it through in one piece.... Errr, so to speak.
I was in prayer for him this morning and was wondering if there is anymore news. Please keep us up to date, and relay to him that he is very loved and on our minds.
"Please continue to keep my in your thoughts and prayers."
So very glad to see that you where released from the hospital as planned. My Prayers are with you dear friend.
Good news! Good news indeed. Praying for a full and complete recovery.
We need you back on the FRont line!
In my prayers. Please keep me posted.
Man, are you a trooper!
(It's all happened so fast I've barely had time to digest it.) Please continue to keep my in your thoughts and prayers.
Thank you for the update!
Isn't it true that sometimes LIFE takes us places we never expected....and you get through them with little time to prepare .....guided by your strengths, your loved ones, the professional care of gifted strangers ......But Most of all GOD's Love.
We will continue to keep you in our prayers, Good Luck on Friday.....and God Bless You. :)
Great news.......... shouldn't you be resting. :-}
Thank you for the update. It is good to see you back so soon. You and your family have been, and will continue to be, in my prayers.
Mrconfettiman--Praise the Lord!!! This is so great!!! congrats big time--silverwoman
Please continue to keep me in your thoughts and prayers
Consider it done. Onward and upward....
You GO guy! Prayers and thoughts with you from Virginia!
Heres to wishing that the surgeon has rock solid steady hands.
Heres also to wishing that the drugs MrConfettiMan ends up taking are the good kind. ;)
How good it is to hear from you and to know that you're doing so well!
Hang in there. I'll look forward to your next report and will, along with the rest of your FReeper family here, continue to keep you in my prayers.
Explorer89, I or MrConfettiMan, himself, will keep all updated. Joe, glad you got your hands on a laptop so everyone can see for themselves how well you are doing. Hugs and prayers coming your way.
Thanks so much for the update and the flag, MrC! You are amazing to be doing so well so quickly.
May God continue to bless you and yours with good news!
Still praying for you and for a good pathology report. Our country is so fortunate to have such true patriots as you.
Thank you for the update, Joe. You have been in my thoughts alot lately..... Sounds like you're doing everything right. Hang in there, buddy!
Geeezzz...I don't know what to say. I've been away from my computer these last several days and this is the first I've heard.
Angelwood, many thanks for this post.
Joe, you and yours have our prayers. Stay the course...Steady as she goes...and keep the Faith.
Best FReegards....John, Pat and family send.
It's certainly great to hear from you again, and so soon! Hang in there and let us know how everything is going.
Whew!
Welcome good news! Prayers continuing.
Glad you are doing well. My best boyhood friend has made a full and complete recovery from similar circumstances and I expect the same for you with God's Grace.
As a Conservative, you had Brain Cells and Cranial Capacity well above the typical norm anyway, you're still way in front of those whom you have marched around, lo these many years! Go slow and with faith, we're all behind you.
Good to hear from you, fella. Glad to hear they didn't succeed in weakening your "right side". ;)
Here's some free advice: Avoid head-butting, especially with the ground. Eat lots of garlic and vitamin C stuff. Avoid tome-rs. Rest up for the really important things like enjoying the extra time with your family.
Seriously, glad to hear you're doing well.
Mr Confettiman, prayers are with you and your family. Fight the good fight.
Mr. C, God loves the prayers of His children and He is hearing so many for you. I'm praying the tumor dissolves, total healing and grace for your family.
More prayers for sisters of Alamo-Girl and Charlotte VRWC
So good to see you pulling through, MCM! I just now saw this thread......extremely limited from FR lurking/posting for the time being. I have NUMEROUS tapes of the impeachment proceedings, the Trial of Shame, and subsequent hearings. One of them has numerous shots of you, Angelwood, and another FReeper (forgot who....maybe Kristinn) sitting at the back of the courtroom behind the rapist worshipping witness (forgot who it was at the time, maybe beth nolan), as you all took turns representing FR to show that there ARE AMERICAN CITIZENS that DO OBSERVE WHAT GOES ON IN THESE HEARINGS! I wish I had the video equipment; I would certainly post it. You looked SO TOUGH in that room! I was so proud all of you were there for us!
So VERY GLAD TO hear the good news! Eagles Up!