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Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,219 | I was told that the shoot would be in Plainsboro, NJ. December 2nd is also the date I was told.
Eileen,
You probably live the closest and I'm probably a close second. We'll have to discuss going together if we're both picked.
Susan,
I don't know where you live, but if it works out, the offer stands for you, too.
Jerry
Jerry
Retired Dentist, 59 years old at diagnosis. SCC of the left lateral border of the tongue (Stage I). Partial glossectomy and 30 nodes removed, 4/6/05. Nodes all clear. No chemo no radiation 18 year survivor.
"Whatever doesn't kill me, makes me stronger"
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Joined: Aug 2007 Posts: 580 | I believe that this could be very good for OC and this site and all the good it has done for many, many people.
If anyone can make the shoot and help tell the story it would be a monumental accomplishment.
Cheers,
Mike
Last edited by Dr. Mike; 11-14-2008 09:37 PM.
Dentist since 1995, 12 year Cancer Survivor, Father, Husband, Thankful to so many who supported me on my journey so far, and more than happy to comfort a friend.
Live, Laugh, Love & Learn.
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Joined: May 2002 Posts: 2,152 | Sounds good to me Jerry but I doubt I'll get picked. Their jaw hit the table when they found out I didn't have a peg and only lost 4 lbs. I so so flabbergasted by their look, I forgot to tell them the rest of the awful stuff that I did have. We will see.
Eileen
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Aug 1997 unknown primary, Stage III
mets to 1 lymph node in neck; rt ND, 36 XRT rad
Aug 2001 tiny tumor on larynx, Stage I total laryngectomy; left ND
June 5, 2010 dx early stage breast cancer
June 9, 2011 SCC 1.5 cm hypo pharynx, 70% P-16 positive, no mets, Stage I
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Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,219 | Eileeen,
You never know who they are looking for. They were very secretive about it. I sure wish I knew what the whole thing is about. I guess we'll know when they're ready to tell us.
Jerry
Jerry
Retired Dentist, 59 years old at diagnosis. SCC of the left lateral border of the tongue (Stage I). Partial glossectomy and 30 nodes removed, 4/6/05. Nodes all clear. No chemo no radiation 18 year survivor.
"Whatever doesn't kill me, makes me stronger"
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Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 5,260 | I figure being 72 and close to 73 might exclude me,, but I gave it my best. I just don't look near my age or even come close to acting it. LOL Heck, give me some good music and a loose partner and we shall dance the nite away.
Since posting this. UPMC, Pittsburgh, Oct 2011 until Jan. I averaged about 2 to 3 surgeries a week there. w Can't have jaw made as bone is deteroriating steaily that is left in jaw. Mersa is to blame. Feeding tube . Had trach for 4mos. Got it out April.
--- Passed away 5/14/14, will be greatly missed by everyone here
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Joined: Aug 2008 Posts: 531 | I love to dance :))but never have a partner:(( some people don't know how to have fun...I took my father in law out to a Abba tribute and had the time of my life had a hard time keeping up with him...You experienced guys know how to let loose...
Dianne..treatment at cc at Victoria Hospital, London, Ontario...insulin dependant, Surgery Sept 8/08 Tracheotomy,composite resection and bilateral neck dissection, left radial forearm free flap... T2N0 squamous cell carcinoma. No radiation A little over 2 yrs clear YAY
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Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,219 | I just received an email that they are not going to use me in the commercial. It was a very nice email from one of the interviewers.
I will be anxious to see who was picked and hope that some OCF members are selected for this project.
Jerry
Jerry
Retired Dentist, 59 years old at diagnosis. SCC of the left lateral border of the tongue (Stage I). Partial glossectomy and 30 nodes removed, 4/6/05. Nodes all clear. No chemo no radiation 18 year survivor.
"Whatever doesn't kill me, makes me stronger"
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Joined: May 2002 Posts: 2,152 | I also received an very nice email thanking me for my time. Except for this one statement:
Your story will be passed along to the producers and should they decide to pursue things further, we will be back in touch.
It sounds very much like they do not intend to use me either. We'll see.
Eileen
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Aug 1997 unknown primary, Stage III
mets to 1 lymph node in neck; rt ND, 36 XRT rad
Aug 2001 tiny tumor on larynx, Stage I total laryngectomy; left ND
June 5, 2010 dx early stage breast cancer
June 9, 2011 SCC 1.5 cm hypo pharynx, 70% P-16 positive, no mets, Stage I
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Joined: May 2007 Posts: 622 Likes: 1 | [quote=Eileen]Your story will be passed along to the producers and should they decide to pursue things further, we will be back in touch. Eileen [/quote] That's Sho-biz 
18 YEAR SURVIVOR
SCC Tongue (T3N0M0) diag 06/2006.
No evidence of disease 2010
Another PET 12-2014 pre-HBO, still N.E.D.
�Remember to look up at the stars and not down at your feet. It matters that you don't just give up.�
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Joined: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,219 | I have the same statement, Eileen and so did Colleen in her email. Colleen pointed out that that one line could mean that this was a rejection.
Re-reading it and especially that one line, makes me think that perhaps there is still a chance, however, it could be a very diplomatic way of sending a rejection. My reasoning is why would they contact us at all right now. Why not wait until the final decisions have been made?
Jerry
Jerry
Retired Dentist, 59 years old at diagnosis. SCC of the left lateral border of the tongue (Stage I). Partial glossectomy and 30 nodes removed, 4/6/05. Nodes all clear. No chemo no radiation 18 year survivor.
"Whatever doesn't kill me, makes me stronger"
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