NEWSLETTER
I’m gonna try to play some tennis today, though it was supposed to be a lot warmer this afternoon that it’s shaping up to be. It’s ok. I’m tough.
More puzzling: what is the interviewer wearing? A Diamondbacks Star Trek uniform? RT @jessespector RT @CespedesBBQ: pic.twitter.com/sDTEVHnuA5
— Cliff Corcoran (@CliffCorcoran) May 1, 2014
My name is Jerry Nolan and I have cancer. Rectal cancer to be specific. Nice, huh? Talk about a cancer being a pain in my ass.
I was diagnosed last summer, while in the hospital after suffering a (2nd) heart attack. Because of the cardiac involvement, treatment for my cancer was postponed. I’ve been through three infusions so far; halfway. My fourth infusion was scheduled for last Wednesday and was postponed because my blood pressure was low. Dangerously low.
That’s part of why I’m writing. This damn disease has messed up my life in ways I never dreamed of. While the poison is in my body, I’ve been subjected to all kinds of ups and downs. I won’t bore you with the details.
The reason I’m writing is: This is Jimmy V week on ESPN. The V Foundation does wonderful work, as do many, if not most, of the organizations at work around the country. I’m asking that you consider giving to the Foundation. You can call (800-4JimmyV) or go to the website: JimmyV.org.
It’s likely that some of you reading this have been afflicted. More likely still is that someone you love, or someone you know, has been afflicted. If you’re already donating to this or another site, thank you from the bottom of my heart. If not, please do consider making a donation. And tell a family member, co-worker, or friend about the V Foundation. Ask them to help. They may thank you later. Every dollar helps. If not now, later. You just never know if it will happen to you. Trust me … it does. Did.
Thank you for reading. May the holidays be peaceful and spent with those you love.
Jerry
