Just wanted to let everyone know what's going on in my life. Some of you may be thinking “That stinker left for the racing season in the south!” but that's unfortunately, not the story.
I have Extensive Small Cell Carcinoma that was discovered 9/11 in a CT Scan of my abdomen. We have been chasing it ever since. It is also appears as nodules in my lungs, my bones are “swiss-cheesed” and I am going in for a full body bone scan and MRI of my brain (no comments, but now we will know for sure if it's empty!) on Tuesday. I hadn't said anything because I wanted to know some details before I talked to anyone about it. Brain scan came back clear, bones totally gone.
I start Chemo the 5th of Oct – for Extensive SCC the mortality looks like this on average. Without treatment, 3 – 12 Months, with Chemo extending that to maybe two years. 6 percent of SCLC (Small Cell Lung Cancer) cases make it to 5 year anniversaries. I made it through the week of Chemo YAY!
I have enjoyed having each and every one of you as a friend, and I assure you I am gearing up for a long hard fought victory. Your prayers are very greatly appreciated.
Best Regards,
Cliff
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2002 "Arrest Me Red" "Farm Truck"
Totally Stock --- Ya RIGHT !!!
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"It's estimated that less than 1% of Lightning owners have a preference for turning LEFT and RIGHT!"
"Look, Daddy, that man has slicks on all FOUR wheels!"
Keep your head up high and give it a good fight. I truly believe a strong positive attitude will take you farther in your battle. I will keep you in my prayers.
My father was diagnosed with a rare form of bone marrow cancer back in the late '80's and was told to get his affairs in order because he had less then 6 months left. He was given the option to go on a new experimental "guinea pig" program of intense chemo & radiation by a doctor that was calling the shots from 800 miles away whom he had never met. Anywho, he signed up for the program bascially because he had nothing to loose and wanted to help with research. He was so bad that the disc in his back were literally crumbling into pieces from the cancer attacking the bone. In short, after being on the treatment for 6 months he was 80% "cured" and within a 18months he was in total remission from a cancer that he was told would take him within 6 months. My dad lived another 20 years before he passed away from complications of his diabetes. My dad was a very strong willed man and fought the inevitable, I can only hope to have the strength & will to live that he possessed during his battle... I know thats what carried him through.
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Daryl
'93 Cobra "R" (#59).......'03 Cobra 10th Coupe
'93 Cobra "R" (#39).......'93 Coupe 5.0/5spd
'00 Cobra "R" (#36).......'84 Coupe 5.0/5spd
'93 Cobra Red(#621).....'84,'86,'86 SVO's
'03 Ford SD CC 4x4 7.3 PSD
I'm sure I speak for everyone here in wishing you a full speedy recovery. Keep fighting, keep the faith and you'll be back on the track doing your thing...HANG IN THERE AND GOOD LUCK. My thoughts are with you and yours.
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LAST DYNO 473 RWHP/480 LBS TORQUE
LAST TRACK TIME 12.28 @113
NOS DYNO 538 RWHP/577 LBS TORQUE
NOS TRACK 12.004 @ 120
BORN ON 3/11/03
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Turning 40 soon, I come home and spend time with my 2 year old. The simplest things make her the happiest girl in the world. I realize at those times, even on my worst days that I still have moments in my life to enjoy everyday, no matter what is/has happened to me. It sounds like you have this same type of outlook.
Keep your head up high and give it a good fight. I truly believe a strong positive attitude will take you farther in your battle. I will keep you in my prayers.
........... My dad lived another 20 years before he passed away from complications of his diabetes. My dad was a very strong willed man and fought the inevitable, I can only hope to have the strength & will to live that he possessed during his battle... I know thats what carried him through.
That's an inspiration. The power of a positive attitude cannot be underestimated!
Cliff - they say that you're not supposed to have a truck on the racetrack, yet, there you are. Keep it up!
cliff, like the others said, think positive, fight, fight, fight, and hope for the best....you're in my prayers....
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2000 Cobra R #262 of 300
1995 Cobra R #223 of 250 (IMSA/Grand Am "Hacker Express" #00)
1993 Cobra R #38 of 107 (SpeedVision World Challenge "Program Motorsports" car)
2006 F-350 Crew Cab Diesel 4x4 King Ranch
2007 GT White/Graphite w/FRPP stuff
2008 GT500 Vapor/Black w/FRPP stuff
1936 Ford 5-Window Coupe Old School Hot Rod
and a few fairlanes, broncos, etc
You know we are pulling for you, and I am so happy your feeling better after your first round of Chemo, and can only hope you only feel better with your second round next week, You have alot of good friends and people around you for support and hope you don't ever think you can't ask us for anything! I don't care what time of day or day or the week, if you need something please call.
If you don't call, don't you worry we are still going to be there, you don't have to ask...
Get well my friend, I look forward to having you as a friend for the next 20 years!
Sorry to hear of the bad news, your determination to beat it will be an inspiration to all of us. If there is anything I (we)can do, please do not hessitate to call.
Thanks for sharing your challenge with us and please let us be part of your comeback.
2005 NASA American Iron Midwest Champion.
2006 NASA American Iron Midwest Champion
2009 BMW M3: Interlagos blue, SMG
2009 BMW X3
1994 Cobra,The race car. (Sold)
2000 Cobra R 131 of 300 Built 3/15/00
1995 Cobra R #23 (NASA AI Midwest & AV8SS #23)
2008 Corvette Z06
2010 Camaro SS (The new racecar, build in process) carriagehousecustoms.com
My braking point entering a corner is when I see the corner worker raising the yellow flag for me
Attach this with the same determination that you did when you made that overweight pig of a lightning handle and brake like no bodies business!!
Our thoughts are with you and let us know if we can do anything.
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Mark Wilson
93 Cobra #1824
93 Cobra R #84
95 Cobra R #39
95 Cobra R #136
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Cliff,
I have a friend that was diagnosed with the same thing 3 years ago. He did the treatments and easily recovered. He ran a running marathon this year and beat his previous record time.
You'll get well soon and will watch those 00R guys give you a point-by-pass on the race track.
Don't let statistics drive your thought process nor let it control your life. Do what you gotta do, be realistic and try not to let this thing consume your every thought. I know this is easier said then done. Positive attitude goes a long way helping the body counter attack when things aren't right.
We are here for you so please don't hesitate to post about your situation or if you need to share. Our thoughts are with you. I've already put a word in to "the man" on your behalf.
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