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So I have cancer...

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Slop-Tart
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Found out about a month ago that i have stage 3 hodgkin lymphoma, now am stuck at home in nh for the semester (was in utah where they are getting dumped on this year) while I get treatment.

So far I have had only one treatment, but will have them every 2 weeks until July. Pretty bored living at home and wondering if anyone here has had cancer or something that has kept them shut in for a while. Any idea on how to prevent boredom? I have started to cook a lot and thinking about learning a language.

I can't go outside too much or ski and have to avoid crowds because I pretty much no longer have an immune system and therefore can get sick really easy. If I get sick they can't give me chemo until I get better which delays treatment.

any serious ideas that don't involve smoking/drinking would be greatly appreciated
Feb 4 2013 2:59PM
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Whaley
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That sucks
Feb 4 2013 3:00PM
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Fluttershy
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damn that sucks, hope you get better.
try learning some computer programming, there are a lot of languages and its pretty complex and fun. should keep you occupied for a long time
Feb 4 2013 3:00PM
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fujarome
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props to you for getting cancer and having your biggest concern be how bored you are.


that's a winner right there.


that's not sarcastic either. I'm being serious
Feb 4 2013 3:01PM
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onLINE
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serious vibes dude. stay healthy we are rooting for our fellow nser.
Feb 4 2013 3:02PM
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Skier1478
Posts: 188 - Karma: 68
Damn dude, I feel really sorry for you, I had a relative and close friend who had it, it really stinks. I'm sorry ):

Suggestion: learn some computer skills like photo editing/website design or build rails or boxes or anything that interests you if that's your forté.

You could also just play video games.
Feb 4 2013 3:03PM
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Skier1478
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You sir, are a fuck.
Feb 4 2013 3:04PM
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JStrathern
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Literally go fuck yourself
Feb 4 2013 3:04PM
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nagger
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this.
feel really bad for ya op. keep your head up.

if you're bored, torrent some old video games and go to town on em. old gta, tony hawk games, halo 1, are some of my favourites.
Feb 4 2013 3:04PM
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meowmo
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Already did
Feb 4 2013 3:05PM
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Caspaaa
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i hope treatment goes well man, keep your head up and enjoy the little things in life
Feb 4 2013 3:05PM
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.frenchy
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I honestly hate kids like you. I'd bash your face over my knee if I ever met you.
Feb 4 2013 3:06PM
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El_Barto.
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Even i found this in bad taste and im an asshole
Feb 4 2013 3:06PM
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LiquorLanch
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A hobby that takes a lot of time like scale modeling or carpentry would be good, or shaping surfboards maybe?
Feb 4 2013 3:07PM
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ChrisSkisChronic
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One of my buddies had lymphoma too. At least its one of the least deadly forms of cancer out there...

I would learn an instrument personally. Think of all the biddies you could slay if you told them you learned to play the bagpipes while undergoing cancer treatment. *Hnnnnnnk* *panties drop*
Feb 4 2013 3:07PM
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ForeverYung
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Buy a bunch of legos and go HAM.
Feb 4 2013 3:08PM
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Willgum
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we're pulling for you. Picking up reading probably sounds nerdy as fuck, but its a great way to pass the time. Thread on good reads:

https://www.newschoolers.com/ns/forums/readthread/thread_id/695508/
Feb 4 2013 3:10PM
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onLINE
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i feel like your going to get your ass kicked soon. Karmas a bitch and not the NS karma you will find out soon.
Feb 4 2013 3:11PM
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7springsprod
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Vibes, vibes, vibes. Good luck man, you can pull through this.
Feb 4 2013 3:17PM
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Stickity
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vibes dude

learn to play an instrument. i love wasting time just noodling around on guitar and ukulele
Feb 4 2013 3:18PM
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cbj
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Pokemon yellow. Catch em all!! That will consume a lot of time. Also vibes :)
Feb 4 2013 3:21PM
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MothaHucker
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Vibes dude sorry to hear it. Kendama
Feb 4 2013 3:22PM
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feihlination
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hope everything goes well.

i would probably learn 3D modeling/animation (blender is a great freeware program in this area), learning a pogramming language or maybe even start to play an instrument for fun. i am not very musical, but i decided to pick up a guitar last year and its fun to learn some easy rock riffs. i am pretty bad, but idc.
Feb 4 2013 3:25PM
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fortyvalve
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sending so many vibes i hope you get better
Feb 4 2013 3:27PM
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JuliusJ
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Learn a new program. Buy or torrent photoshop/illustrator/indesign or learn to write code. Its something you can do while inside that will give you cool skills that will be relevant and possibly help get you a job once you beat this. Plus its fun to be able to learn and use a program or make a website. Keep your chin up.
Feb 4 2013 3:27PM
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theschneidler
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Learn to solve the Rubik's cube, I've been doing it for like 3 years now and it's still fun.
Feb 4 2013 3:28PM
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Stickity
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in my opinion learning chords and making your own progressions is a lot more fun than riffing. plus it's easier to learn songs that are just chord progressions
Feb 4 2013 3:28PM
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feihlination
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yeah i also try to play easy chord songs, but i am so slow at switching, but it gets better.
Feb 4 2013 3:31PM
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fortyvalve
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this, OP consider getting a cheap guitar to mess around with. hell i'd even video chat you free lessons
Feb 4 2013 3:33PM
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Stickity
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i'd be down to do this as well

plus ladies will melt if you tell them you have cancer and learned to play guitar during treatment
Feb 4 2013 3:36PM
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Z.J.H.
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build a pair of skis. if you learn how to do it well you could sell them and make tons of money. you could read The game of thrones books or watch them on tv.

watch every Archer episode here: http://www.free-tv-video-online.me/internet/archer/
i find that the nanomov links work best, but you have to click out of a spam link.

Just make sure that you find something to do because this is a really good time to devote yourself to something thats not skiing and if you waste it you may regret it
Feb 4 2013 3:38PM
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JWeinstock
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vibes dude. get better
Feb 4 2013 3:39PM
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90053
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vibes man, cooking is fun, useful and chicks dig it. try and get the basics sorted and good timing. read loads of books, much more productive than watching series. try doing as much exercise as doctors allow, get yourself some dumbbells to keep your strength up so its not such a big transition to start skiing and sports again. best of luck
Feb 4 2013 3:40PM
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Z.J.H.
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maybe nanomov isn't the best link, idk just search around.
Feb 4 2013 3:43PM
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Darth.Maul
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Vibes dude. My mom us going through breast cancer for the 2ns time in 1 year so i have a 2nd hand experience with what its like. Props for keeping your head up and staying positive.

Id recommend learning guitar. Its hella fun and such an amazing emotional letout and gateway for me. Nothing else ive found can do what playing the guitar in my room for an hour can do.
Feb 4 2013 3:45PM
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Orrin
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Vibes, I feel for you my fellow skier.
Feb 4 2013 3:46PM
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[hamnuts]
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Vibes!!!! I hope everything goes well with your treatment
Feb 4 2013 3:49PM
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Soja.
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vibes man, get better soon
Feb 4 2013 3:56PM
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JuliusJ
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Become Walter White.
Feb 4 2013 3:59PM
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Lt-Aldo-Raine
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Learn to play an instrument!!
Feb 4 2013 4:03PM
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foodbuffet11
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You'll make a full recovery. Learn Japanese on Rosetta stone.
Feb 4 2013 4:05PM
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Phil-X-
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Sorry to hear that man, my uncle had cancer and its a fuckin bitch. Keep us updated with how your treatment is going!
Feb 4 2013 4:06PM
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maximiliaan
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ah sucks man! im happy to hear youre handling it pretty well!
start drawning/painting once you get going with that time will fly by (and bitches love art)
Feb 4 2013 4:28PM
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taylornicky
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positive vibes your way.

I know it sounds girly, but if you like to cook, start to bake. It's fun and most people enjoy eating baked goods. Or making noodles or bread. Kneading the dough takes out anger and sadness. I read it somewhere hahaha
Or like somebody else said, start reading. There are endless amounts of great books.
Learning a new language is also pretty great, but it could get aggravating quickly.
Feb 4 2013 4:33PM
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TheMajesticLife
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The Alex Cross series... theres at least 20 books and they're super good reads if your into crime drama, and im pretty sure they made them into movies.
Feb 4 2013 4:34PM
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~bagelz~
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vubes dude
get a kendama(DO IT!!!)
read all the game of thrones series
make longboards
fap
GET A KENDAMA!!!!! http://kendamausa.com/ http://kendama-co.com/ http://sweetskendamas.com/
Feb 4 2013 4:35PM
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.AR6rider.
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I love these books. I've read every one. I definitely would recommend them. Super easy to read. I would also recommend learning guitar or another instrument that you're interested in, and, like others have mentioned, cooking is always fun. Good luck with your treatment!
Feb 4 2013 4:36PM
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Parrish
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Best wishes man, get better soon!
Feb 4 2013 5:01PM
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deleted5
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same thing here man, head injury kind of put a stop on everything. no running going to the gym taking classes or drinking my advice to you is to get out of the house at least once every other day or you'll go insane. just go out side and walk it dose wonders.
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deleted5
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theabortionator
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If you don't have one get an xbox, and netflix. Play some games with friends. That at least keeps you up on the social interaction without having to actually go in crowds. And netflix is always good to waste some time.

Buy the rights to EA ski and finish what they started. Become a legend, a hero.

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