I recently discovered thru an email that our friend Scott Gad has been diagnosed with cancer of the esophagus. Scott was at the RV Dreams Rally in Branson and is a poster on this forum. He is an exceptional guy and one I am proud to call my friend.
He returns to his physician on Thursday to find out how far it has advanced and what type of treatment will be needed.
Prayer is a wonderful thing and I am asking for your prayers that Scott will be healed and his treatment time will be short.
Also I know he would appreciate get well wishes you might care to send him.
Lots of special wishes coming your way, my friend.
Judy said
11:13 AM Mar 10, 2009
Our prayers indeed go out for him and we hope he will recover in a short time. southwestjudy
phyllen said
01:37 PM Mar 10, 2009
Prayers for Scott and his loved ones as they wait for results.
Phyllis
2 4 d hwy said
01:41 PM Mar 10, 2009
Denny and I certainly pray that the Lord wrap his arms around you and your family and pray that you have a speedy recovery.
Jim01 said
05:59 PM Mar 10, 2009
Scott, our prayers are definitely with you.
Get well soon.
Jim and Linda
Froggi said
06:12 PM Mar 10, 2009
So sorry to pop back in and find this....Scott, my thoughts are with you. Keep up the fight and stay as positive as you can.
galeanna said
11:28 PM Mar 10, 2009
You have our prayers as well...
susie/jack said
12:17 PM Mar 12, 2009
Thank you so much for all the replies about our friend Scott. Thursday is the day he goes to find out how advanced the cancer is and when treatment will be started. Here is a portion of the email I received from him regarding my last post.
" I would appreciate it if you would let everybody involved know that I am aware of it, that I will be checking it daily, and very, very grateful for everybody's thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Scott"
Let's all continue to keep him in our thoughts and pray for a good report and that treatment time will be short. I will keep you apprised as to any updates on his condition.
Thanks to everyone.
rwarner22 said
07:30 PM Mar 12, 2009
We will be praying - please keep us posted.
Happytrails said
09:29 AM Mar 13, 2009
We will keep Scott in our prayers!! Hang in there Scott and know there are lots and lots of prayers and good thoughts going out for you daily. Keep us updated.
hogans1947 said
07:25 PM Mar 15, 2009
My prayers are certainly with you, also. What a wonderful community we have !!!
"Be still and know that I am God" Psalm 46:10.
A wonderful scripture to remember in good times and bad. Love and prayers, Brenda
sgad said
07:17 AM Mar 16, 2009
Hello and thanks to all of my fellow RV-Dreamers out there,
I have refrained from corresponding directly to this forum thread until now as I was uncertain as to when exactly was the appreciate time to do so. I feel that now is that time. I have been aware of this thread since the beginning and I check it daily. I can not begin to let you all know how much I appreciate your replies and cherish your thoughts, best wishes, and prayers. They very much help me to cope with my current situation.
I thought that I would take this opportunity to update all of you on my present status. I underwent what I had hoped was my last test a week ago last Saturday but had to wait until Friday to see my oncologist and get the results--a diagnosis and prognosis. It is definite that I have esophageal cancer and it is apparently in stage 3 but localized. The PET scan I undertook a week ago Saturday, however, did find some activity in the lumbar region of my back which may or may not be related so I am scheduled to undergo a MIR at 8 o'clock tonight to further investigate and determine if it indicates a spread of the cancer. It very much is likely that the two issues are unrelated which is a good (?) thing since if it is an indication that the cancer has spread this would elevate the whole thing to stage 4 which is much, much more serious.
I am currently in the process of stowing things and prepping the coach for travel. It is my intention to pull up stakes and begin the task of relocating to the Raleigh/Durham area on Wednesday. There I will seek to undertake treatment at either Duke University or UNC hospitals. I do so since my eldest brother and two of his grown children reside in the area and they have offered both continued emotional and physical help for what ordeals future treatment may force me to undergo. Also, apparently, there is a nice campground, Birchwood RV Park, which is convent to both medical facilities and which caters to campers who are in the area for similar reasons.
Know that as I travel up there and undertake whatever challenges await me, I take with me all of the best wishes and prayers that you all offer. With these at hand I am determined to remain upbeat and to overcome this. I had better as I have already made reservations for October at the Buckhorn Lake Resort in Kerrville for the fall RV-Dreamer's rally. I hope to see many of you then.
My Thanks and Highest Regards,
Scott Gad
Froggi said
10:42 AM Mar 16, 2009
I'm so glad you are getting the chance of being close to family AND getting the proper treatment. Hoping the spine area is nothing related and sending you all the positive vibes I can muster!! Keep us updated as you feel up to it...
pierreandcolleen said
10:59 PM Mar 16, 2009
Scott,
Our thoughts our with you during this difficult time. I will be sending lots of prayers and positive thoughts your way.
I stayed in the NC area for a few days this summer in an RV park west of Chapel Hill called Spring Hill RV Park. It is a quiet place with lots of trees. There were many people there that were receiving treatment at the nearby hospitals.
I don't know if they have an actual website or not, but here is the rv park review link if you're interested.
Scott, I am so sorry to hear about your health issues!! Please be assured that you will be in my prayers daily and I am so thankful to hear that you will be getting treatment at either Duke or UNC! I think that Duke is the greatest.......the doctors there saved my son's life about 25 years ago, and Jim had his cancer surgery at Duke - and he has been cancer-free for 29 months!! I know that with your positive attitude and the prayers and support of your family and friends, that you will slay this 'dragon'!!!
Tim & Robyn said
02:09 PM Mar 22, 2009
Scott,
(Same name as one of my brothers !). Our prayers are with you also. I don't know anything about your particular illness, but I am a non-Hodgkins lymphoma survivor... just about 10 years to the day. I only had a 50-50 chance of a cure, and here I am, so keep up the hope, and try to find reasons to laugh, a LOT. I remember they gave me a video to view when I began my treatment (chemo and radiation). It had several suggestions for things to do for your mental outlook, and laughing is the only thing I remember. It was enough. A positive state of mind is very important, and God willing you will find that.
For me chemo wasn't so bad. And, being toxic on the days when I received treatment, I think I significantly reduced the mosquito population around here. As a matter of fact, I don't recall getting any bug bites that summer, so maybe I'm claiming too much credit. I lost my hair of course, and came to a new appreciation for eyebrows... when you don't have any there's nothing to keep the sweat from running into your eyes.
At any rate, welcome to the club ... Cancer Survivor! I'm confident of that.
leno said
07:22 PM Mar 22, 2009
Scott you are most definately in my prayers. Please update us when you are up to it. We do all feel like family here.. God Bless-
Ellie Mae said
09:01 PM Mar 25, 2009
I don't know you as I am new here, but I will be praying for you.
hogans1947 said
07:04 PM Mar 26, 2009
That is exactly why this forum is so special because I doubt that very many people who have written on here know Scott personally. I don't but we are all family and care for and about each other !! Brenda
sgad said
01:43 PM Mar 28, 2009
Hello again fellow RV-Dreamers,
I thought that I would take this opportunity to update all of you out there who have offered to keep me in your thoughts and prayers.
I am now snugly located in a serene and tranquil, very rural campsite at Spring Hill Park in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. My campsite is spacious and I am surrounded by lots of woods, greenery, song birds, squirrels, and wild deer who occasionally wander into camp. My small Scottish Terrier, Bonnie, is currently in the process of debating whether to settle for chasing the squirrels or go for broke and try to land a deer. This campground is located among dairy farms and pastures about 5 miles outside of Chapel Hill which is a small, trendy 'college' town filled with all sorts of quirky shops and small independent eateries. I can't imagine a better place to be while I undergo treatment and, God willing, recovery. My brother and my niece and nephew live close by in Cary and Raleigh and are providing much needed support as circumstance might require.
After visiting with my new oncologist here at Duke University, I had some brief hope that I would be spared Radiation or Chemo therapies and go straight for surgery but a subsequent endoscopy which employed an ultrasound probe along with the 'standard' camera clearly indicated that the penetration of the tumor within my esophagus was deep enough that Radiation Therapy will be required for several weeks to 'shrink' the tumor before surgery can be undertaken. I have appointments on Thursday with both a Thoracic Cardiovascular surgeon and a Radiation Oncologist to map out my treatment. If all goes as anticipated, I will commence Radiation therapy on Monday, April 13th.
I again wish to take this opportunity to thank you all for your support and ask that you continue to keep me in your thoughts and prayers.
Thanks and God Bless,
Scott Gad
Roz said
02:22 PM Mar 28, 2009
Scott,
We are offering intercessory prayers three times a day in your name.
Sounds as if you have landed in a wonderfully peaceful place for this trying period. Thank you for keeping us upated.
Maintain your positive attitude knowing prayers are answered and there are many friends praying for your recovery.
Charles and Ethel
Speedhitch said
05:53 PM Mar 28, 2009
Sherri and I will keep you in our prayers and look forward to your full recovery. As Roz says sounds like you are in a great place. Stay possitive fellow Dreamer for that is what wins battles.
Speedy
sgad said
05:29 AM May 1, 2009
Update,
For all of my fellow RV-Dreamers who have supplied their well wishes and prayers I offer this periodic update.
I have passed the mid-point on my pre-surgery radiation and chemo therapies. Last Monday I underwent my third of five scheduled Chemo treatments and yesterday I had my fourteenth of twenty-eight scheduled radiation treatments. I remain upbeat and although, so far have experienced the anticipated side-effects of fatigue, nausea, and lack of appetite I have not, knock on wood, yet had to experience any hair loss.
It is my understanding that in about two and a half weeks, once I have completed my last radiation treatment, I will be allowed about four weeks to recover before surgery on my esophagus. Hopefully once I am no longer undergoing radiation or chemo therapies my energy levels, settled stomach, and appetite--including proper sense of taste--will return to normal (or at least what used to pass for normal).
Scott
Speedhitch said
05:31 PM May 1, 2009
POSITIVE VIBES is all you will get from Sherri and I. Keep focused on beating this thing and it will happen . You have our prayers and those VIBES coming at you from now on. Take care and stay in touch with all the Dreamers here.
Joe and Sherri
phyllen said
05:19 PM May 2, 2009
Scott - again our very best to you and prayers for your complete recovery.
Phyllis and Leonard
Loralie said
09:03 AM May 4, 2009
Hi Scott,
We too send our prayers and thoughts your way for a speeding recovery. I know it will take a while, so I am glad you are with family to help you through the process.
God speed,
Lee and Loralie
pierreandcolleen said
08:17 PM May 5, 2009
Scott, Thanks for the update. I was thinking about you the other day - I continue to send good thoughts your way.
Wishing you a speedy recovery.
-Colleen
Happytrails said
07:23 AM May 17, 2009
Scott, We've been out of the loop for a few days so we just wanted to let you know that we are still thinking about you and keeping you in our prayers! Hang in there and please keep us updated on your progress.
Take care my friend, Mike and Gerri Jones
nwlambear said
04:03 PM Jun 2, 2009
Scott - My husband are new to this site so I am now just reading posts re your health. We will have you in our heart and prayers. I'll keep an eye out for your posts.
It has been over four weeks since I finished phase 1--Chemo and Radiation therapies--of my cancer treatment. I am scheduled to enter Duke hospital this Friday, June 26, to undergo surgery to have my esophagus removed--phase 2. I am told to expect to stay in the hospital for two weeks and then to require another two weeks of recovery in my rig at the camp site. I have arranged to leave my dog, Bonnie, with my niece, Katina, during my hospital stay. I remain optimistic and have already made plans--even campground reservations--for my departure from the Raleigh/Durham area headed towards Eureka, MO, August 14th. I will be in Kerrville, TX, starting October 4th for the RV-Dreams rally--October 7th thru the 11th--and plan on seeing many of you there. God Bless.
Scott Gad
retread said
09:35 PM Jun 22, 2009
Thanks for letting us know about the surgery and your plans. We'll pray that your recovery from surgery will be quick and that you will be strengthened to travel as planned!
Blessings,
Linda and Craig
Roz said
06:12 AM Jun 23, 2009
Great Scott! (and that is what you are!)
You will be in our prayers, as you have been since you first announced your treatment, as you enter the hospital this Friday.
You will be in our arms for a hug in Kerrville next October!
Just know you are in the thoughts of many!
Charles and Ethel
hogans1947 said
06:25 AM Jun 23, 2009
So glad everything is going well for you. It must be a difficult time but with your positive attitude and your future travel plans already made I pray you will have a quick and complete recovery !!
Brenda
wmalefyt said
01:33 PM Jun 23, 2009
Scott,
Just keep that positive attitude and you'll be just fine! Let the doctors do their thing and follow their guidelines and you'll be back on the road in no time.
You can count on a lot of us here that are thinking and praying for you!
sgad said
05:55 AM Jul 7, 2009
Final (?) Update,
I arrived at Duke Hospital at 8:40 a.m. Friday morning, June 26th, and was hustled through registration and into pre-op to prepare for surgery. I made it into surgery rather quickly and the doctor, Dr. D'Amico, made two of the three required incisions and actually 'mobilized' my esophagus (i.e., I understand that this means disconnected the esophagus from surrounding tissue in preparation for the act of cutting the esophagus at top and bottom to remove it). At this time the doctor was moving around various internal organs and decided to biopsy some very small cysts/ lesions/ nodules on my liver that had already been noted on my CAT, MRI, and PET scans from Florida (and the second ones here at Duke). These came back malignant so Dr. D'Amico decided not to proceed with the surgery and went ahead and closed me up. So I still retain my esophagus. What I understand from Dr. Uronis, my primary oncologist here at Duke who came by my hospital room on Sunday, this decision was based on not wanting to force me to undergo all of the discomforts and inconveniences of no longer having my esophagus without actually having the benefit of being free of cancer.
I am currently back in my rig recovering from the surgery and making arrangements to undergo a new, more prolonged course of Chemo therapy--no Radiation this time!
Thanks again for your thoughts and prayers,
Scott
hogans1947 said
07:26 PM Jul 7, 2009
Scott, I'm so sorry to hear that things did not go as planned. I know you were anxious to get everything finished and get on with your life. My thoughts and prayers will continue with you through the next course. Still praying for a full recovery and that you will be cancer-free in the near future. I know many more RV-Dreamers will join me with those prayers.
God be with you, Brenda
Howard said
08:48 PM Jul 7, 2009
Scott,
You've been a longtime follower, contributor, and member of the RV-Dreams Family. We've corresponded often on a variety of issues.
Linda & I have been following this thread and your updates with great hope. We're so sorry that you won't be coming to the Rally after all and you will be missed there - although we will still keep a spot for you just in case.
Now, with that said, continue to find hope and inspiration in this wonderful group of people. And we'll see you at lots of future rallies.
Acorn said
09:39 PM Jul 7, 2009
Scott, please know that Larry has had some of these issues with throat cancer, and is now cancer free. Keep up a good attitude if you can, and enjoy your life no matter what!
phyllen said
05:00 AM Jul 8, 2009
Scott - we still hold you in our prayers and look for a complete recovery.
Phyllis
sgad said
05:31 PM Jul 17, 2009
Dear Fellow RV-Dreamers,
The consequence of my aborted surgery of late June was the determination that the cancer has spread beyond my esophagus and is now also lodged in my liver.I have been told that this is a terminal condition and the prognosis is 6 months to 1 year.The intended purpose of the proposed course of treatment--the Chemotherapy--is not a ‘cure’ but rather an attempt to curtail or delay the growth or spread of the cancer cells as long as possible.Whatever combination of drugs/chemicals they choose to use will have to be modified over time—over and over again--as each choice in turn becomes ineffective.Apparently this will ultimately prove fruitless once there no longer exists any possible effective combination.Personally I am determined to fight to make this outcome occur as far in the future as possible.
Needless to say many things have gone through my mind since learning of my impending fate.I wish to take this opportunity to elaborate on one of them.
What I am Grateful For
I.I am grateful that I have enjoyed 58 wonderful years of life.That I was raised in a loving family and have always enjoyed the fellowship of good friends—then and now.
II.I am grateful that several years ago, when my mother’s health and mental status degraded to the point that she could no longer care for herself, I took on the responsibility to care for her at home determined that she spend her remaining days surrounded by places and persons familiar to her, and by her remaining pets.I am grateful that I was able to fulfill this responsibility and that I can rest in peace knowing that she and none of her beloved poms will be left behind and that all were able to spend their last days in the comfort and with the peace of mind of loving surroundings.
III.I am grateful that two and one-half years ago, at the age of 55, I ignored traditional practice and retired and decided, although I had never even driven an RV, that I would become a full-timer.I harbor absolutely no regrets concerning the more then two years I have spent on the road visiting places I have never been to before and meeting so many wonderful people along the way.Let this serve as an example or warning for those readers of RV-Dreams out there who are hesitating about taking the plunge.None of us know how much time we have remaining—I just happen to know that mine is more limited than most.In retrospect I can only say that I would have greatly regretted circumstances had I been diagnosed with this and found myself still living the 9 to 5 daily grind that my life had become while taking the safe path and waiting to retire until I reached age 65.
IV.I am grateful that in the end I have found how important family really is.My brother—Shay--and his kids--Sam, Katina, and Jake--are providing me with a great deal of love and support that I am not sure that I could do without under the circumstances.I also include in this a true appreciation of the role friendship plays in our lives.The Farmers—Russ and Susan—have proven to be true blue friends and all of my fellow members of the RV-Dreams family have provided great solace in this time of great tribulation in my life.
Bless you all,
Scott Gad
petitetot said
07:06 PM Jul 17, 2009
Scott let me take you in my arms and hug you. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.
hogans1947 said
08:26 PM Jul 17, 2009
Yes, a great big RV-Dreams hug for you from many, many people, who, even though they have never met you face-to-face, love and care about you because you are our friend and fellow "Dreamer". The prayers will continue. Brenda
Roz said
08:06 AM Jul 18, 2009
Greetings with love, Scott!
You have been in our daily prayers since I contacted you while you were still in Florida. You shall remain there and in our minds.
It is very obvious from your writings above that you are at peace with your life and the love of family. It takes a heck of a man to express their gratefulness as well as you have.
You have touched more people than you can imagine. We in turn wish there were a way we could touch you. I will never hear, or read the statement, "Great Scott" without thinking of how great a Scott and great a man you are!
God bless you!
Charles
Froggi said
10:22 AM Jul 18, 2009
Scott, sending you loving peaceful thoughts. Continue to savor each day to its fullest, as I know you will. It's been an honor meeting you here...only wish we could have met in person. Positive attitude (of which you have a surplus) is your best ally in this battle.
Travelin Duo said
12:25 PM Jul 18, 2009
Scott, Please be assured of our good thoughts, and prayers going your way. Larry & Arlene
phyllen said
03:35 PM Jul 18, 2009
Scott - your words have blessed me beyond measure in reminding me what is most important in this life. You are having an impact on lives beyond what you will ever realize. Thank you for that.
Phyllis East
rwarner22 said
04:42 AM Jul 19, 2009
Scott,
Thanks for sharing again. It is not very often that one shares such personal and important details on issues. Appreciate you openness and willingness to offer your thoughts. You have great courage and I wish you all the best. You continue to be in our prayers. Please continue with the updates.
Regards,
Randy and Pam
pierreandcolleen said
01:12 AM Jul 20, 2009
Scott,
Your positive outlook is an inspiration to us all.
-Colleen
Cindy T said
09:05 AM Jul 20, 2009
Scott, Thank you so much for sharing with us, I'm praying for you as well. Your situation is yet another reminder to all of us to have fun every day and do the things we dream about now. We never know how much time we have and putting off our dreams to "someday" does not serve us well.
leno said
10:10 AM Jul 21, 2009
Love and prayers are ongoing for you Scott. Just remember miracles do happen...
I recently discovered thru an email that our friend Scott Gad has been diagnosed with cancer of the esophagus. Scott was at the RV Dreams Rally in Branson and is a poster on this forum. He is an exceptional guy and one I am proud to call my friend.
He returns to his physician on Thursday to find out how far it has advanced and what type of treatment will be needed.
Prayer is a wonderful thing and I am asking for your prayers that Scott will be healed and his treatment time will be short.
Also I know he would appreciate get well wishes you might care to send him.
Lots of special wishes coming your way, my friend.
southwestjudy
Scott, our prayers are definitely with you.
Get well soon.
Jim and Linda
" I would appreciate it if you would let everybody involved know that I am aware of it, that I will be checking it daily, and very, very grateful for everybody's thoughts and prayers.
Let's all continue to keep him in our thoughts and pray for a good report and that treatment time will be short. I will keep you apprised as to any updates on his condition.
Thanks to everyone.
"Be still and know that I am God" Psalm 46:10.
A wonderful scripture to remember in good times and bad.
Love and prayers, Brenda
Our thoughts our with you during this difficult time. I will be sending lots of prayers and positive thoughts your way.
I stayed in the NC area for a few days this summer in an RV park west of Chapel Hill called Spring Hill RV Park. It is a quiet place with lots of trees. There were many people there that were receiving treatment at the nearby hospitals.
I don't know if they have an actual website or not, but here is the rv park review link if you're interested.
http://www.rvparkreviews.com/regions/North_Carolina/Chapel_Hill.html
Best wishes,
Colleen
(Same name as one of my brothers !). Our prayers are with you also. I don't know anything about your particular illness, but I am a non-Hodgkins lymphoma survivor... just about 10 years to the day. I only had a 50-50 chance of a cure, and here I am, so keep up the hope, and try to find reasons to laugh, a LOT. I remember they gave me a video to view when I began my treatment (chemo and radiation). It had several suggestions for things to do for your mental outlook, and laughing is the only thing I remember. It was enough. A positive state of mind is very important, and God willing you will find that.
For me chemo wasn't so bad. And, being toxic on the days when I received treatment, I think I significantly reduced the mosquito population around here. As a matter of fact, I don't recall getting any bug bites that summer, so maybe I'm claiming too much credit. I lost my hair of course, and came to a new appreciation for eyebrows... when you don't have any there's nothing to keep the sweat from running into your eyes.
At any rate, welcome to the club ... Cancer Survivor! I'm confident of that.
We are offering intercessory prayers three times a day in your name.
Sounds as if you have landed in a wonderfully peaceful place for this trying period. Thank you for keeping us upated.
Maintain your positive attitude knowing prayers are answered and there are many friends praying for your recovery.
Charles and Ethel
Thanks for the update. I was thinking about you the other day - I continue to send good thoughts your way.
Wishing you a speedy recovery.
-Colleen
We've been out of the loop for a few days so we just wanted to let you know that we are still thinking about you and keeping you in our prayers! Hang in there and please keep us updated on your progress.
Take care my friend,
Mike and Gerri Jones
______________________________
"NWlambear" Brian*Tricia*Kume
You will be in our prayers, as you have been since you first announced your treatment, as you enter the hospital this Friday.
You will be in our arms for a hug in Kerrville next October!
Just know you are in the thoughts of many!
Charles and Ethel
Just keep that positive attitude and you'll be just fine! Let the doctors do their thing and follow their guidelines and you'll be back on the road in no time.
You can count on a lot of us here that are thinking and praying for you!
You've been a longtime follower, contributor, and member of the RV-Dreams Family. We've corresponded often on a variety of issues.
Linda & I have been following this thread and your updates with great hope. We're so sorry that you won't be coming to the Rally after all and you will be missed there - although we will still keep a spot for you just in case.
Now, with that said, continue to find hope and inspiration in this wonderful group of people. And we'll see you at lots of future rallies.
Dear Fellow RV-Dreamers,
The consequence of my aborted surgery of late June was the determination that the cancer has spread beyond my esophagus and is now also lodged in my liver.I have been told that this is a terminal condition and the prognosis is 6 months to 1 year.The intended purpose of the proposed course of treatment--the Chemotherapy--is not a ‘cure’ but rather an attempt to curtail or delay the growth or spread of the cancer cells as long as possible.Whatever combination of drugs/chemicals they choose to use will have to be modified over time—over and over again--as each choice in turn becomes ineffective.Apparently this will ultimately prove fruitless once there no longer exists any possible effective combination.Personally I am determined to fight to make this outcome occur as far in the future as possible.
Needless to say many things have gone through my mind since learning of my impending fate.I wish to take this opportunity to elaborate on one of them.
What I am Grateful For
I.I am grateful that I have enjoyed 58 wonderful years of life.That I was raised in a loving family and have always enjoyed the fellowship of good friends—then and now.
II.I am grateful that several years ago, when my mother’s health and mental status degraded to the point that she could no longer care for herself, I took on the responsibility to care for her at home determined that she spend her remaining days surrounded by places and persons familiar to her, and by her remaining pets.I am grateful that I was able to fulfill this responsibility and that I can rest in peace knowing that she and none of her beloved poms will be left behind and that all were able to spend their last days in the comfort and with the peace of mind of loving surroundings.
III.I am grateful that two and one-half years ago, at the age of 55, I ignored traditional practice and retired and decided, although I had never even driven an RV, that I would become a full-timer.I harbor absolutely no regrets concerning the more then two years I have spent on the road visiting places I have never been to before and meeting so many wonderful people along the way.Let this serve as an example or warning for those readers of RV-Dreams out there who are hesitating about taking the plunge.None of us know how much time we have remaining—I just happen to know that mine is more limited than most.In retrospect I can only say that I would have greatly regretted circumstances had I been diagnosed with this and found myself still living the 9 to 5 daily grind that my life had become while taking the safe path and waiting to retire until I reached age 65.
IV.I am grateful that in the end I have found how important family really is.My brother—Shay--and his kids--Sam, Katina, and Jake--are providing me with a great deal of love and support that I am not sure that I could do without under the circumstances.I also include in this a true appreciation of the role friendship plays in our lives.The Farmers—Russ and Susan—have proven to be true blue friends and all of my fellow members of the RV-Dreams family have provided great solace in this time of great tribulation in my life.
Bless you all,
Scott Gad
Brenda
You have been in our daily prayers since I contacted you while you were still in Florida. You shall remain there and in our minds.
It is very obvious from your writings above that you are at peace with your life and the love of family. It takes a heck of a man to express their gratefulness as well as you have.
You have touched more people than you can imagine. We in turn wish there were a way we could touch you. I will never hear, or read the statement, "Great Scott" without thinking of how great a Scott and great a man you are!
God bless you!
Charles
Please be assured of our good thoughts, and prayers going your way.
Larry & Arlene
Your positive outlook is an inspiration to us all.
-Colleen
Thank you so much for sharing with us, I'm praying for you as well. Your situation is yet another reminder to all of us to have fun every day and do the things we dream about now. We never know how much time we have and putting off our dreams to "someday" does not serve us well.