it turned out to be melanosis, a pigmentation. no abnormal cells. no tumor. no cancer. no surgery. no future biopsy follow up. i got out of this one with the best possible news. obviously, i'm ecstatic but the whole scare was mind blowing and a life changing event for me. i got a tiny glimpse at the disturbing experiences that cancer survivors go through and that has changed my perspective on life.

My wife and I have talked about going to Sacred Heart hospital this Saturday with our 6 year old son and visiting cancer patients and sharing some time where it is likely needed. Glad y'all have this forum. godspeed.