Let me start by saying it's great to see you. Your home is back to being beautiful. You are very talented with designing and decorating. I'm so sorry that you are going through all of your medical issues. I think you're amazing. I'm sending good thoughts and prayers your way. 😊❤
I am recovering from lung cancer myself and I'm a breast cancer survivor too. My surgeon said chemo too. I told him to take my lung so they removed 1/2 my right lung. I can't stand the ideal of being sick either! The Drs were so upset with me too. Everyone wants chemo they push it. I just want to enjoy my time.
Michael I want to tell you to fight and take the chemo and thinners but I do understand you want better feeling quality of life ❤ You have done a wonderful job on your home, well done 👏 Ask for a new councillor who will listen to your needs and who is willing to help you with your mental health not what they want to make you discuss. I just want to give you a hug and let you have a cry so you can get it all out so you can start to sort out all of your feelings and slowly make your decisions. Let me know if you would like to talk. ❤ Sending you lots of love and healing wishes 💜 Linda
You are loved, friend. Your home is looking fantastic. I am so very sorry for your woes. No one should go it alone. As for the chemo, you have to do what is best for you.
There are other blood thinners available that do not have the side effects you are having. Are you being treated for depression if not why not. NOW the cancer…..what the problem is is the treatment can be worse than the cancer itself and there is still no guarantee you survive. Whatever you decide to do make sure your comfort is on top of your agenda. First I would like to see you get on top of the depression. Keep us up to date. Love the Christmas tree and the flooring is exceptional. Got my fingers crossed.
Michael, it's hard to know what to say in support. I'm not one who prays, but I can assure you, you are in my thoughts. I used to take Xarelto blood thinners and they caused me grief. Now I take Eliquis brand 5mg twice a day and they do not have any side effects. I'm no doctor, just telling you of my experience. In my humble opinion, the decision re chemo is one you have to make for your wellbeing. I am sure ALL your followers care about you and appreciate the effort you make in keeping us up to date with your progress. Sincere best wishes, Ken
Michael you are incredibly brave and I can't imagine what you are going through - having to make the decision as to whether to have the chemo or not. Thank you for updating us and showing us your home. Love from the other side of the world 🗺 x
I'm still praying for you 🙏daily. The house looks wonderful and I love your tree. It's so bright and cheerful. Your content is not rubbish because it's about you and we care about you. If you go camping, think of me. I loved camping but haven't gotten to go in years with taking care of my Husband. Lots of love
Thanks for the tour and update, Michael. The house looks great. I liked the white half wall of the kitchen which is in the corridor opposite your wall with the butterflies. As to the chemo etc. it’s a hard call as nobody can be feeling what you’re feeling. Sending you love from Canberra, Helen x Edit: Your videos are not rubbish, my friend. Appreciate you sharing. Peace 🕊️
For the amount of stress you are under you certainly accomplished tons in the eight months. Praying for clarity for your decisions. Your videos are wonderful and you are a joy to listen to. Virtual hug from far away.
You have done an amazing Job on your house.....Sorry to hear about your bad turn of health with Cancer...... A lot of people are praying and wishing you better Health...I hope you know that You are important in this world....Praying for your mental and physical health.... Talk to someone about your health and depression...Meds can make you feel terrible....Some time suffer longer to live longer is not the answere..... You will make the right decision....
My dear Michael, I've followed you off and on for years now, and can say with my full chest that your content is NOT rubbish. You're in a rough place right now, is all. Also, as a current cancer fighter, I can give you a few tips about chemo that may help. One, it's nowhere *near* as difficult on your mind and body as it used to be. Yes, there are some that are awful, but not 1970's style, puking, bald, curled up in a ball shitting yourself awful. More "fuck I'm tired, I'll take a nap and force some food down my throat" kind of bad. Yes, you're going to be tired. Perfect reason to curl up on the couch and watch old movies, or sit quietly doing crafts that you love. There are SO many options for quiet things to keep your mind engaged while your body fights. I'm currently into my second round, using Taxol this time, and it's been loads easier. Yes, everything tastes like shit, but you know what? It's fuel to fight another day, and I stay focused on that. Find things to bring you joy that you can do while fighting. As to the blood thinners? Ask you doc about a low dose course of treatment, as opposed to what you're doing now. There's no reason for a medication that's supposed to be helping to make you worse. Sure do wish you and I were closer, I'd love to be your couch surfing buddy from time to time. Much love to you, old friend.
Well done ... your response is positive and concise. There a number of us who wish we were closer as supporters, and to give Michael a lift with a laugh.
You tried for pretty tacky in decor and ended up with pretty classy. So glad you have the deer heads, salvaged pictures and butterflies. You've done so much. Don't run yourself down you are amazing. Praying for you as you fight all the health issues. I have two lady friends that still have what they call covid brain fog, so it is a thing.
Youre venting isnt rubbish mate. Started watching your vids because abandonned explores are awesome :) Im from Lismore too and your stories hit home big time. I hope you keep us updated and well done the house looks great!
Michael do what you feel is best for you. I can’t imagine how difficult this year has been for you. Keep your head love we support you. Your home looks amazing by the way. You need positively right now not BS! Love to you.❤❤❤
COURAGE. You have loads if it! I absolutely 💯 love your videos. The Christmas tree, lounge, kitchen, just everything I love it. I wish I could kick the counselor in the butt!! People will say they understand but until they have been through these events in their lives they do NOT understand or at least I haven't met one yet. Oh I didn't mean to ramble on. Michael you are courageous!! Thank you for everything. You are up lifting to me. We don't know each other but we have a lot of things in common and I will say it again, you have COURAGE!
Looks fantastic! Your tree is gawjus! My vote is for you to do the chemo and therapies. You may question your decision not to if you don't more so than if you do. All the best. 💟☮️🎶💐
I feel for you Michael, I have watched your videos for the past 3 years and I love Australia even more from them. Its your life and you need to do what is right for you. When you mentioned the caravan and taking off I thought thats what I would do too, run away. What ever you decide your fans will support your decision. Hugs from across the ocean Lauree❤❤
I’m praying for you. 🙏🏼❣️. Just live your life as you please. Love the house! Focus on what makes YOU happy in the now. So glad you you posted this video. It was great to see you!
Sending love and hugs 🫂 love the house , you have done a great job. A very big decision for you healthwise but do what your heart tells you, you can always try the treatment and if it makes you very ill you can make the decision to pull out , ❤❤
Feel for you. Your house looks beautiful. It’s such a hard decision with the chemo, especially with the anxiety. I rarely leave my house because of it so I understand. I guess in your heart you’ll know what way you need to go with things. Take care. Thank you for the update. 😊
So sorry that you have had all this extra stress on top of your illness and dealing with the flood. Your home looks great, try to enjoy. I know that is easy for me to say. I wish I could put my arms around you and give you a big hug. I do hope you have family and friends that are supporting you, whatever decision you make.
Sometimes I tie a little jingle bell to one of my shoes in December then walk around inside stores and watch people try to figure out where the bell sound is coming from. Glad your tree cheers you up. My cat knocks down and chews up ones I tried to have so have a flat cardboard one on the wall. I'm pleased you put up your tree 🎄. Can you make a plywood homemade tabletop? Or repurpose an old big plastic tabletop? My heart breaks that you can't feel safe due to the threats of flooding.
It’s xarolto and you take that tablet you get use to I’ve been on it for years and yes it makes you tired I had few blood clots in my leg so now I’ll be on it forever hang in there my friend 💙
Michael I support what you decide to do. Reiki session sounds good to relaxing. Your home is absolutely amazing. Magic words are I love ya from TN and many more loves you too. Please do what you feel is right. You know within what to do. Relax and go within. You are an amazing man.. You have a heart of gold just like your tree. I too need to get away from my environment. No it isn't running away from it. I take it with to take care of whatever is within me. Etc. Much love to you Michael. One day at a time. Enjoy the day. 🕯🎄💐🌞🌌🌹
I can relate to the anxiety, xeralto and the chemo, big decisions but I have already told my family I will never get treatment again....my decision it's hard to explain to someone who hasn't been in your shoes.....a decision you have to make and be comfortable with and move on the best you can......beautiful job on your home, love the old maggy waiting for the feed there the same here......thinking of you mate, hope you get the peace you are seeking......
So extremely glad to see you ! Try and make yourself relax I know it's been such a Horrible year for you ! So sorry you got covid but the fact that you got through, Having it Definitely means your immune system is stronger. That's at least good news . I think about you all the time. How's Dillon been ? My Son has stage 4 cancer and to my , Sadness and Disbelief he has given up . Please Don't give up I Most likely all the stress And anxiety is wearing you down. Being Depressed will make you extremely tired. Maybe going away in the caravan will help with the stress your going through. Your home looks, Gorgeous. I hope that you will make the right choice for yourself. 😘😘😘 ooo
I think you have a special gift to decorate and it shows in your house. You did it with a flare and uniqueness that's all you. Wish I could do that, but no talent like you. I am so sorry you are having to go through all this. Please hang in there and keep in touch with us all.
It's a hard decision to make Michael. I know what you mean as Rick had the same decisions to make. I know too it's hard to find a good counsellor. Shopping around for the right one is the key, but that takes time, time you could be using yo do the things that make you happy. I love what you've done with the house. Looks awesome. I still have get that peacock embroidery thing posted off to you., hopefully in the coming week. Take care my friend. You are always in my thoughts and prayers. Ps. You videos are not rubbish. I enjoy them immensely. Lesley.
I love what you done with your home. I’m a train counsellor and it sounds like you are impacted with grief from left, right and centre with all that is going on and how it’s had a great effect on your health and mental state, and facing end of life stage is daunting and hard to face plus, all you want to do is Focus on the moment, which is understandable, plus how you won’t to end your life is your choice but at the moment you must focus on yourself and what his best for the long run, and how it’s going to have a impact on your family. I can understand where the other counsellor is coming from, and you will have to sit down one day and make plans and leave instructions, which is hard to face. I keep you in my prayers and keep doing what you love to do, and don’t forget every day is a new beginning.😊❤ I did try to keep it sort so I hope it makes sense to you.
Micheal , hominoid im going through hell too, moving house from black mould, had to cancel left knee surgery du to moving after 18month wait, bad lungs but we just keep fitting for ourselves, our love ones and to see the sun each day rise.god bless
Hi there Michael, my partner Donna and I have been watching your videos for a while now and have always enjoyed your content. We have tried a few Urban Explores and would really like to do more considering we now have a drone. Your explore videos have inspired us to want to want to see more of this beautiful country we live in. We are on the Gold Coast and have only really scratched the surface in regards to places to see but look forward to doing so. In regards to you and your current physical and mental health and the way you spoke in this video, we just wanted to send our love and thoughts to you and truly wish there was something we could do to help in any way but please know that our thoughts are with you. The choice in regards to the Chemo is a very difficult one to make but it kinda seems like a part of you has already made that decision, I think there is no right or wrong just purely what is the best for you and your quality of life. Once again we would like to wish you all the strength in whichever path you choose to take and we will support you always through our thoughts and prayers. Take care always, sending love and hugs from the Gold Coast. Cheers Anthony and Donna x
Your home looks amazing. Such a difference since the flood. I am sorry that your health has you feeling so stressed. I hope you can make some decisions that will be the best ones for you. Take Care
Your house is absolutely gorgeous! I agree with you, life is too short to bother with too much negativity and people who don't listen. I'd feel the same way you do, you are truly amazing and very inspiring to me. I wish I could give you a huge hug!
Thank you so much for the update, I went through this with my husband, chemo takes a lot of time and steals your quality of life. I’m praying for you and understand the choices you have to make. My husband chose hospice at HOME with his family around him the last few months , he took the decision out of my hands so I wouldn’t have to make them. HE DID 2 chemos and 3 radiations .He absolutely did not want to go to a Care Home , Your home is beautiful, the decorating is pretty. I know your scared and wish I could be there to help, but I’m praying For you🙏🙏 update us often please or maybe on Instagram.
Michael you know your body and whatever your decision is we all will support you. Its not running away its quality of life. And buy the way your house looks amazing. Hope you feel well enough to take us on a trip. Prayers with you. Oh love the tree.
Oh Michael what a dilemma for you. Have only recently found your channel & literally binge watched every upload, as I find you entertaining & basically a thoroughly lovely guy!! I can't tell you what to do, but I know if it was me I'd want to enjoy the time I had left without feeling like crap!! I'm actually teary eyed typing this, but take care my love, try & stay strong & do whatever you feel is best for you (& Dylan). Much love from a newly acquired pommy Sheila!! xxx
Your house is gorgeous. I"ve taken care of 2 friends who had lung cancer, until they both passed. One chose not to get chemo. She had been given 6 months from the time of diagnosis, and been told chemo might give her a few months. She chose to put her affairs in order, and pass with dignity, not sick and feeling awful. It went fairly quickly once she became incapacitated, I was her POA, and it was 3 weeks in Hospice, 2 of those where she really didn't know anything, before she died. My 2nd friend chose chemo, but she was diagnosed earlier, it gave her almost 2 years, but she wasted that time continuing to sit in front of her tv and chain smoke, and be nasty to everyone around her. She put nothing in order, but died in her house, where she wanted, and left a mess for us to clean up. Were it myself, and chemo would only buy me months, I would say no, but that is me. I don't want to see you any more stressed and unhappy than you are, or sick and throwing up for the time you have. Chemotherapy is a medical thing, when we should be focusing on end of life quality issues. You may want to check into some of the movies and videos available here, and on the streaming platforms- they are really good, and extremely comforting, and speak to your feeling of wanting to leave. There are also some really good books- Elizabeth Kuebler-Ross "On Death And Dying" is fantastic, and there are others. Please give updates as much as you can- we care about you.- Gerri
Oh Michael, so very sad to hear you've got a blood clot & had Covid. Sheesh, it sure seems like it's your turn for some positive stuff. Blessings upon you. The house looks wonderful & the Christmas tree is beautiful. Just bask in it's warmth, know that we love ya, wish for the best for you & hope the Christmas tree does boost your spirits. Tickled to hear you took a cruise & went camping but truly concerned for you. So good to see your face & hear your voice, we've seen so many scary floods in the news in Australia & never know where you're town is in relation to where the storms have been. 😊🙏❤
Please keep trying to find a councilor that is smarter than the last! There is someone out there that can help you. I think and pray for you often and hope that you hang in there, I know things are difficult - - please don't give up. Love you!
Oh Michael, fight for what you want, if that’s a longer life-fight for it, if it’s for quality of life-fight for that! Fight for all the people that don’t get the option 💙 Your house is looking amazing! Love from Tasmania 😀
Michael, your home is unique and inviting! You failed at tacky! Instead theres a playful fun vibe that’s welcoming and I love it. Your golden tree is gorgeous and so cool when the pups brush against it the bell rings. I had surgery for pancreatic cancer Dec. 2,2009. It was the day after my 65th birthday. After surgery I did chemo but no radiation. The chemo was GemStar. After the 1st treatment I had a slight rash, but Benadryl took care of it. Never got a rash again,no stomach upset, no hair loss, just tired at first. But I did have the Whipple Procedure on the 2nd and the chemo was about 6 wks later. I’m glad I did the surgery and chemo and that’s almost 13 yrs ago. My brother got cancer and he chose not to have chemo. We need to respect the choices a person has to make about their own health care. I will be praying for your health mentally and physically and that you have peace. The state the world is in right now I think there are many longing for peace of mind. Thank you for the update and just know we are in your corner. Sending hugs across the miles to you!😊💖
Love you, Michael. Regarding running away: no matter where you go, there you are. Most doctors who get cancer will have the surgery only. If the surgery doesn’t fix the problem, they put their affairs in order... I do recommend probiotics. They give you more “good guys” to fight the “bad guys”. Your house is lovely! I’m delighted that the government is helping folks raise up their homes. Is there nothing your doctor can give you for anxiety? I’m on meds for CPTSD. And medical MaryJane. You seem to have PTSD yourself, no surprise after what you’ve been experiencing. 💖🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💖
Michael your have a plus too watch, your house looks great again, love it how it looks and a very nice Christmas tree aswel, cant advice you about the bloody chemo, it is for you too decide what you prefer, all the things you told in this video is a lot of bad news, perhaps different medication too ease things a bit, child's aspirin is also good for a blood thinner, if you are allowed too use that. You are a strong person fighting through all of this for a long time friend, wish you all the best.
Hello Michael I love how your home turned out it's very very nice I'm sorry about your health I wish the best for you I wonder maybe some meditation might help you God bless you stay safe love from upstate New York
I am so sorry you need friends for support you have gone through so much I would ask your GP about changing your meds tell him about the loss of appetite and feeling tired and sick there are so many other blood thinners out there I know because I am on them myself big hugs to you stay strong keep fighting 🤗💜from a friend its your life so your choice and yes I understand I went through the 2011 floods in Bundaberg I lost nearly everything aswell every time you hear the word flood you panic believe me
So so sorry to see what's been happening with you Michael 💔 😢 I haven't been on here for a while and I'm just lost for words but I really hope that in the midst of all of what's happening to you that you'll be able to come to a decision that's right for you and your family, lots of love n care Josephine 🤗💙
Hey Michael..Its a real dilemma you have to face..When I had my cancer,I ate a lot of berries and bought some apricot seeds from the health food store..I had 3-5 a day..I had 4 weeks of radiotherapy and am now cancer free..It may be something you could try..The apricot seeds convert to cyanide in the body which then attack the cancer cells,so dont have anymore than what I have mentioned..I hope this helps.Thinking of you.
Love the house! What a dilemma you face. I am so very sorry for the state of things that you are enduring. There are no magic words to give. You will have to decide on the chemo. If you feel the effects will hinder you and make the quality of the remainder of your life horrid, then don't do it. If indeed the docs said it will only give you a short reprieve. Of course no one knows for sure Michael and maybe you wont feel as sick. Those extra days might be rich. I am also sorry the counselor did not focus on the here and now . The depression and all. Sending loving thoughts.
Hi Michael, my heart goes out to you, I feel for you right now, it’s definitely been trying times and you deserve so much more than this. Have you thought of seeing a naturopath or try an alkaline diet. Olivia Newton John used cannabis oil, just a suggestion. It’s all up to you hun, it’s your life so don’t let anyone tell you what you need to do with it. I will always watch your videos because I have so much admiration for you and what you are sharing with us. I have blood clots and the medications Eliquis doesn’t make me sick so if your medication is making you sick ask for an alternative to what you are taking. Bless you my friend because I only hope for the best for you and your future xx
I'm praying that you are doing OK They have just linked the vaccine to strokes. I really hope you're cancer is hopefully, Doing better. My sons is not . Much love from America 😘
Your home looks beautiful so you failed at the tacky part. 😁 As for the chemo part I'd rather be comfortably numb & not in pain or stress than sick with pain or nauseous. And taking "covid" clot shots is absurd as well. "Boosters" my ass. They advance whatever diseases people HAVE. I hope you can find someone to help you feel pain free & peaceful because THATS what matters. If that means you & the caravan at a beach somwhere & whatever you like that's your choice but I don't blame you for not wanting the chemo. I've seen too many people only suffer with that poison in them. Bless you, Michael.
Firstly I love your kitchen... I've got stainless steel kitchen sink and benches like you are they are the best. Secondly from someone who was in both of the Bundaberg floods several years back your PTSD is real and justified... however it does heal and you do gain strength back. I've also got cancer, mine is Multiple Myeloma and I'm starting my chemo in two weeks and then bone marrow transplant I think in the new year. I'm going to be at the Royal Women’s at the Joyce Tweddell Building once a week so if you are in the area at the same time I'll be up for a cuppa and chat if your interested.... sometimes a chat with a person that knows your experiences and has shared those experiences to some degree is better than a professional!
I love you so much mate, you are the most amazing eccentric eclectic unique beautiful creative intelligent cultured artistic genius in the whole of Australia. Such a genuine legend and icon. I admire you and wish i could be half the person you are. You have the best URBEX channel in the country, youve brought me much enrichment from your videos. How can i help you??? Please let me know. Please beat this cancer, you are a treasure to this world
I'm so sorry I wish I could make this go away I read a a comment that someone made about getting some marijuana oil I forget what it's called but I have heard great things about it and how successful it is in treating a multitude of things mother suggestion would be to try natural remedies but I am thinking and thinking positive thoughts at this situation of everything going on and that you will get better oh and the other blood thinning medication out doesn't have side effects maybe get your doctor to look into that
Mike did you find the comment I left about the ' stuff ' under a 'K.F.' comment that you answered her with "you're not soposed to be talked about 'it' (meaning covid) ? that I left you because my comment isn't there any more. I hope you saw it and took it down, if that's true then you got the info. Would be sad if You Tube took it down before you got to read it. If you saw it I hope it helped. You sure did a fantastic job with your home ! I still have the gold Kangaroo Coin. Remember from way back? Fun times. 🤘👻💖
You poor bugger, if that was me I would NOT go on chemo, I would hook up Doris and take off, having a little supply of some tablets to take towards the end when you felt it was time, bugger these doctors and there chemo, as you say, it will make you so ill anyway, no way, I really feel for you and hope you can get away and just relax a bit....
You're not very good at tacky. Think you are good at decorating! I can not imagine losing everything in a flood. I would be scared everytime it rained. What a rough year! I hope very much for a brighter future.
Thank you for the update... I just love your kitchen and the whole house looks great.. well done. I'm sorry to hear about your health. I had written a whole heap but have decided to message you privately on Instagram.
I hope you are safe from the new recent flooding - wow ur really done a fantastic job - they dont need painting they look fantastic OMG ur tree is unbelievable - See if the doctor can change the medication- Sorry that counsellor person is NOT right for you IDK if ur doctor can recommend someone better- Michael just do what you want to do you are the only person who can make that decision no one can judge you or your decision .
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Let me start by saying it's great to see you. Your home is back to being beautiful. You are very talented with designing and decorating. I'm so sorry that you are going through all of your medical issues. I think you're amazing. I'm sending good thoughts and prayers your way. 😊❤
I am recovering from lung cancer myself and I'm a breast cancer survivor too. My surgeon said chemo too. I told him to take my lung so they removed 1/2 my right lung. I can't stand the ideal of being sick either! The Drs were so upset with me too. Everyone wants chemo they push it. I just want to enjoy my time.
Looking good Micheal. Don’t let the bastards bring you down. Stay strong mate!
Mike I get everything you said i believe it's about quality not quantity.take care thoughts are with you Christine
Michael I want to tell you to fight and take the chemo and thinners but I do understand you want better feeling quality of life ❤
You have done a wonderful job on your home, well done 👏
Ask for a new councillor who will listen to your needs and who is willing to help you with your mental health not what they want to make you discuss.
I just want to give you a hug and let you have a cry so you can get it all out so you can start to sort out all of your feelings and slowly make your decisions. Let me know if you would like to talk. ❤
Sending you lots of love and healing wishes 💜 Linda
You are loved, friend. Your home is looking fantastic. I am so very sorry for your woes. No one should go it alone. As for the chemo, you have to do what is best for you.
There are other blood thinners available that do not have the side effects you are having. Are you being treated for depression if not why not. NOW the cancer…..what the problem is is the treatment can be worse than the cancer itself and there is still no guarantee you survive. Whatever you decide to do make sure your comfort is on top of your agenda. First I would like to see you get on top of the depression. Keep us up to date.
Love the Christmas tree and the flooring is exceptional. Got my fingers crossed.
Michael, it's hard to know what to say in support. I'm not one who prays, but I can assure you, you are in my thoughts. I used to take Xarelto blood thinners and they caused me grief. Now I take Eliquis brand 5mg twice a day and they do not have any side effects. I'm no doctor, just telling you of my experience. In my humble opinion, the decision re chemo is one you have to make for your wellbeing. I am sure ALL your followers care about you and appreciate the effort you make in keeping us up to date with your progress. Sincere best wishes, Ken
Horrible stuff. I've stopped taking it now. Thank you Ken 💖
@@mkuebler5 IMHO ... have your doctor change the 'brand' or you change your doctor! No use having a stroke to further complicate your life.
Michael you are incredibly brave and I can't imagine what you are going through - having to make the decision as to whether to have the chemo or not. Thank you for updating us and showing us your home. Love from the other side of the world 🗺 x
I'm still praying for you 🙏daily. The house looks wonderful and I love your tree. It's so bright and cheerful. Your content is not rubbish because it's about you and we care about you. If you go camping, think of me. I loved camping but haven't gotten to go in years with taking care of my Husband. Lots of love
Praying for U brother take it easy
U will get thru this
Keep updating us mate
Thanks for the tour and update, Michael.
The house looks great. I liked the white half wall of the kitchen which is in the corridor opposite your wall with the butterflies.
As to the chemo etc. it’s a hard call as nobody can be feeling what you’re feeling. Sending you love from Canberra, Helen x
Edit: Your videos are not rubbish, my friend. Appreciate you sharing.
Peace 🕊️
For the amount of stress you are under you certainly accomplished tons in the eight months.
Praying for clarity for your decisions.
Your videos are wonderful and you are a joy to listen to. Virtual hug from far away.
Your home is lovely! Thanks for sharing and continue to hang in there! You are in our thoughts and prayers.
You have done an amazing Job on your house.....Sorry to hear about your bad turn of health with Cancer...... A lot of people are praying and wishing you better Health...I hope you know that You are important in this world....Praying for your mental and physical health.... Talk to someone about your health and depression...Meds can make you feel terrible....Some time suffer longer to live longer is not the answere..... You will make the right decision....
My dear Michael, I've followed you off and on for years now, and can say with my full chest that your content is NOT rubbish. You're in a rough place right now, is all. Also, as a current cancer fighter, I can give you a few tips about chemo that may help. One, it's nowhere *near* as difficult on your mind and body as it used to be. Yes, there are some that are awful, but not 1970's style, puking, bald, curled up in a ball shitting yourself awful. More "fuck I'm tired, I'll take a nap and force some food down my throat" kind of bad. Yes, you're going to be tired. Perfect reason to curl up on the couch and watch old movies, or sit quietly doing crafts that you love. There are SO many options for quiet things to keep your mind engaged while your body fights. I'm currently into my second round, using Taxol this time, and it's been loads easier. Yes, everything tastes like shit, but you know what? It's fuel to fight another day, and I stay focused on that. Find things to bring you joy that you can do while fighting. As to the blood thinners? Ask you doc about a low dose course of treatment, as opposed to what you're doing now. There's no reason for a medication that's supposed to be helping to make you worse. Sure do wish you and I were closer, I'd love to be your couch surfing buddy from time to time. Much love to you, old friend.
Well done ... your response is positive and concise. There a number of us who wish we were closer as supporters, and to give Michael a lift with a laugh.
@@kenem1946 Thank you, Ken. That's really kind of you to say. I'm hoping our words of support will help bolster Michael during this rough time. :)
I love the lounge room I have done my caravan in Japanese style which I love and now finally I can
Good luck in the future, bud. Pray everything works out in your favor. Thanks for the vid as always. Hope you have a great day.
Good to see an update.🙏💝
You tried for pretty tacky in decor and ended up with pretty classy.
So glad you have the deer heads, salvaged pictures and butterflies.
You've done so much.
Don't run yourself down you are amazing. Praying for you as you fight all the health issues.
I have two lady friends that still have what they call covid brain fog, so it is a thing.
Youre venting isnt rubbish mate. Started watching your vids because abandonned explores are awesome :) Im from Lismore too and your stories hit home big time. I hope you keep us updated and well done the house looks great!
Michael do what you feel is best for you. I can’t imagine how difficult this year has been for you. Keep your head love we support you. Your home looks amazing by the way. You need positively right now not BS! Love to you.❤❤❤
COURAGE. You have loads if it! I absolutely 💯 love your videos. The Christmas tree, lounge, kitchen, just everything I love it. I wish I could kick the counselor in the butt!! People will say they understand but until they have been through these events in their lives they do NOT understand or at least I haven't met one yet. Oh I didn't mean to ramble on. Michael you are courageous!! Thank you for everything. You are up lifting to me. We don't know each other but we have a lot of things in common and I will say it again, you have COURAGE!
Looks fantastic! Your tree is gawjus! My vote is for you to do the chemo and therapies. You may question your decision not to if you don't more so than if you do. All the best. 💟☮️🎶💐
I feel for you Michael, I have watched your videos for the past 3 years and I love Australia even more from them. Its your life and you need to do what is right for you. When you mentioned the caravan and taking off I thought thats what I would do too, run away. What ever you decide your fans will support your decision. Hugs from across the ocean Lauree❤❤
Home looks stunning. Great work. Whatever you decide will be the right decision for you.
House is beautiful. Do what you feel is best for you alwayz. Sending good vibes and prayers for you. ✌️ ❤️ and hugz to you.
I’m praying for you. 🙏🏼❣️. Just live your life as you please. Love the house! Focus on what makes YOU happy in the now. So glad you you posted this video. It was great to see you!
Sending love and hugs 🫂 love the house , you have done a great job. A very big decision for you healthwise but do what your heart tells you, you can always try the treatment and if it makes you very ill you can make the decision to pull out , ❤❤
Feel for you. Your house looks beautiful. It’s such a hard decision with the chemo, especially with the anxiety. I rarely leave my house because of it so I understand. I guess in your heart you’ll know what way you need to go with things. Take care. Thank you for the update. 😊
My heart is breaking for u .I understand what yr going thru sending love your way. Xxx
So sorry that you have had all this extra stress on top of your illness and dealing with the flood. Your home looks great, try to enjoy. I know that is easy for me to say. I wish I could put my arms around you and give you a big hug. I do hope you have family and friends that are supporting you, whatever decision you make.
Sometimes I tie a little jingle bell to one of my shoes in December then walk around inside stores and watch people try to figure out where the bell sound is coming from.
Glad your tree cheers you up.
My cat knocks down and chews up ones I tried to have so have a flat cardboard one on the wall.
I'm pleased you put up your tree 🎄.
Can you make a plywood homemade tabletop? Or repurpose an old big plastic tabletop?
My heart breaks that you can't feel safe due to the threats of flooding.
It’s xarolto and you take that tablet you get use to I’ve been on it for years and yes it makes you tired I had few blood clots in my leg so now I’ll be on it forever hang in there my friend 💙
I've stopped taking it. I'm done feeling like death. 💖
Keep strong my friend ❤
Michael I support what you decide to do.
Reiki session sounds good to relaxing.
Your home is absolutely amazing.
Magic words are I love ya from TN and many more loves you too. Please do what you feel is right. You know within what to do. Relax and go within. You are an amazing man.. You have a heart of gold just like your tree. I too need to get away from my environment. No it isn't running away from it. I take it with to take care of whatever is within me. Etc.
Much love to you Michael. One day at a time. Enjoy the day. 🕯🎄💐🌞🌌🌹
I can relate to the anxiety, xeralto and the chemo, big decisions but I have already told my family I will never get treatment again....my decision it's hard to explain to someone who hasn't been in your shoes.....a decision you have to make and be comfortable with and move on the best you can......beautiful job on your home, love the old maggy waiting for the feed there the same here......thinking of you mate, hope you get the peace you are seeking......
Love you mate same s
Problem's 🙏 for you
Your house looks lovely Michael you are in my prayers all the way from Northern Ireland.
Aww thinking of you lovely, you are an Aussie Gem 💎 ❤️. Heaps of love and hugs and breath lovey xx
So extremely glad to see you ! Try and make yourself relax I know it's been such a
Horrible year for you ! So sorry you got covid but the fact that you got through,
Having it Definitely means your immune system is stronger. That's at least good news .
I think about you all the time. How's Dillon been ? My Son has stage 4 cancer and to my ,
Sadness and Disbelief he has given up . Please Don't give up I Most likely all the stress
And anxiety is wearing you down. Being Depressed will make you extremely tired.
Maybe going away in the caravan will help with the stress your going through. Your home looks,
Gorgeous. I hope that you will make the right choice for yourself. 😘😘😘 ooo
Sorry to hear about your son and thank you 💖
Mike the house looks great big fella have a great weekend 🤠
I think you have a special gift to decorate and it shows in your house. You did it with a flare and uniqueness that's all you. Wish I could do that, but no talent like you. I am so sorry you are having to go through all this. Please hang in there and keep in touch with us all.
It's a hard decision to make Michael. I know what you mean as Rick had the same decisions to make.
I know too it's hard to find a good counsellor. Shopping around for the right one is the key, but that takes time, time you could be using yo do the things that make you happy.
I love what you've done with the house. Looks awesome. I still have get that peacock embroidery thing posted off to you., hopefully in the coming week.
Take care my friend. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Ps. You videos are not rubbish. I enjoy them immensely.
Lesley.
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I love what you done with your home. I’m a train counsellor and it sounds like you are impacted with grief from left, right and centre with all that is going on and how it’s had a great effect on your health and mental state, and facing end of life stage is daunting and hard to face plus, all you want to do is Focus on the moment, which is understandable, plus how you won’t to end your life is your choice but at the moment you must focus on yourself and what his best for the long run, and how it’s going to have a impact on your family. I can understand where the other counsellor is coming from, and you will have to sit down one day and make plans and leave instructions, which is hard to face. I keep you in my prayers and keep doing what you love to do, and don’t forget every day is a new beginning.😊❤ I did try to keep it sort so I hope it makes sense to you.
Thinking of you and praying your doing well 🙏🏻
You did a awesome job on your house everything looks awesome. So sorry that your health is still about the same. Sending healing thoughts your way.
Micheal , hominoid im going through hell too, moving house from black mould, had to cancel left knee surgery du to moving after 18month wait, bad lungs but we just keep fitting for ourselves, our love ones and to see the sun each day rise.god bless
Hi there Michael, my partner Donna and I have been watching your videos for a while now and have always enjoyed your content. We have tried a few Urban Explores and would really like to do more considering we now have a drone. Your explore videos have inspired us to want to want to see more of this beautiful country we live in. We are on the Gold Coast and have only really scratched the surface in regards to places to see but look forward to doing so. In regards to you and your current physical and mental health and the way you spoke in this video, we just wanted to send our love and thoughts to you and truly wish there was something we could do to help in any way but please know that our thoughts are with you. The choice in regards to the Chemo is a very difficult one to make but it kinda seems like a part of you has already made that decision, I think there is no right or wrong just purely what is the best for you and your quality of life. Once again we would like to wish you all the strength in whichever path you choose to take and we will support you always through our thoughts and prayers. Take care always, sending love and hugs from the Gold Coast. Cheers Anthony and Donna x
Your home looks amazing. Such a difference since the flood. I am sorry that your health has you feeling so stressed. I hope you can make some decisions that will be the best ones for you. Take Care
Your house is absolutely gorgeous! I agree with you, life is too short to bother with too much negativity and people who don't listen. I'd feel the same way you do, you are truly amazing and very inspiring to me. I wish I could give you a huge hug!
Good luck mate best wishes 🙏👍
Thinking of you every day !
Praying your OK.
Thank you so much for the update, I went through this with my husband, chemo takes a lot of time and steals your quality of life. I’m praying for you and understand the choices you have to make. My husband chose hospice at HOME with his family around him the last few months , he took the decision out of my hands so I wouldn’t have to make them. HE DID 2 chemos and 3 radiations .He absolutely did not want to go to a Care Home , Your home is beautiful, the decorating is pretty. I know your scared and wish I could be there to help, but I’m praying For you🙏🙏 update us often please or maybe on Instagram.
The house is beautiful I’m jealous
Michael you know your body and whatever your decision is we all will support you. Its not running away its quality of life. And buy the way your house looks amazing. Hope you feel well enough to take us on a trip. Prayers with you. Oh love the tree.
Oh Michael what a dilemma for you. Have only recently found your channel & literally binge watched every upload, as I find you entertaining & basically a thoroughly lovely guy!! I can't tell you what to do, but I know if it was me I'd want to enjoy the time I had left without feeling like crap!! I'm actually teary eyed typing this, but take care my love, try & stay strong & do whatever you feel is best for you (& Dylan). Much love from a newly acquired pommy Sheila!! xxx
Your house is gorgeous.
I"ve taken care of 2 friends who had lung cancer, until they both passed. One chose not to get chemo. She had been given 6 months from the time of diagnosis, and been told chemo might give her a few months. She chose to put her affairs in order, and pass with dignity, not sick and feeling awful. It went fairly quickly once she became incapacitated, I was her POA, and it was 3 weeks in Hospice, 2 of those where she really didn't know anything, before she died.
My 2nd friend chose chemo, but she was diagnosed earlier, it gave her almost 2 years, but she wasted that time continuing to sit in front of her tv and chain smoke, and be nasty to everyone around her. She put nothing in order, but died in her house, where she wanted, and left a mess for us to clean up.
Were it myself, and chemo would only buy me months, I would say no, but that is me. I don't want to see you any more stressed and unhappy than you are, or sick and throwing up for the time you have. Chemotherapy is a medical thing, when we should be focusing on end of life quality issues. You may want to check into some of the movies and videos available here, and on the streaming platforms- they are really good, and extremely comforting, and speak to your feeling of wanting to leave. There are also some really good books- Elizabeth Kuebler-Ross "On Death And Dying" is fantastic, and there are others. Please give updates as much as you can- we care about you.- Gerri
Hey Michael. Hope your having a good week. 💜
Oh Michael, so very sad to hear you've got a blood clot & had Covid. Sheesh, it sure seems like it's your turn for some positive stuff. Blessings upon you. The house looks wonderful & the Christmas tree is beautiful. Just bask in it's warmth, know that we love ya, wish for the best for you & hope the Christmas tree does boost your spirits. Tickled to hear you took a cruise & went camping but truly concerned for you. So good to see your face & hear your voice, we've seen so many scary floods in the news in Australia & never know where you're town is in relation to where the storms have been. 😊🙏❤
Im inland from Byron Bay about an hour from Queensland border. Thank you 💖
Please keep trying to find a councilor that is smarter than the last! There is someone out there that can help you. I think and pray for you often and hope that you hang in there, I know things are difficult - - please don't give up. Love you!
Oh Michael, fight for what you want, if that’s a longer life-fight for it, if it’s for quality of life-fight for that! Fight for all the people that don’t get the option 💙 Your house is looking amazing! Love from Tasmania 😀
Micheal you done a great job with the house .. love Xmas tree … Big Bear hugs ❤
Micheal hoping you are doing ok!
Michael, your home is unique and inviting! You failed at tacky! Instead theres a playful fun vibe that’s welcoming and I love it. Your golden tree is gorgeous and so cool when the pups brush against it the bell rings. I had surgery for pancreatic cancer Dec. 2,2009. It was the day after my 65th birthday. After surgery I did chemo but no radiation. The chemo was GemStar. After the 1st treatment I had a slight rash, but Benadryl took care of it. Never got a rash again,no stomach upset, no hair loss, just tired at first. But I did have the Whipple Procedure on the 2nd and the chemo was about 6 wks later. I’m glad I did the surgery and chemo and that’s almost 13 yrs ago. My brother got cancer and he chose not to have chemo. We need to respect the choices a person has to make about their own health care. I will be praying for your health mentally and physically and that you have peace. The state the world is in right now I think there are many longing for peace of mind. Thank you for the update and just know we are in your corner. Sending hugs across the miles to you!😊💖
The house looks fantastic. Sending a long hug and much encouragement to take time to breathe and try and enjoy even just a moment each hour...
Love you, Michael. Regarding running away: no matter where you go, there you are. Most doctors who get cancer will have the surgery only. If the surgery doesn’t fix the problem, they put their affairs in order... I do recommend probiotics. They give you more “good guys” to fight the “bad guys”. Your house is lovely! I’m delighted that the government is helping folks raise up their homes. Is there nothing your doctor can give you for anxiety? I’m on meds for CPTSD. And medical MaryJane. You seem to have PTSD yourself, no surprise after what you’ve been experiencing. 💖🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💖
Michael your have a plus too watch, your house looks great again, love it how it looks and a very nice Christmas tree aswel, cant advice you about the bloody chemo, it is for you too decide what you prefer, all the things you told in this video is a lot of bad news, perhaps different medication too ease things a bit, child's aspirin is also good for a blood thinner, if you are allowed too use that.
You are a strong person fighting through all of this for a long time friend, wish you all the best.
I will keep you in my prayers. 🌸💕
Hello Michael I love how your home turned out it's very very nice I'm sorry about your health I wish the best for you I wonder maybe some meditation might help you God bless you stay safe love from upstate New York
I am so sorry you need friends for support you have gone through so much I would ask your GP about changing your meds tell him about the loss of appetite and feeling tired and sick there are so many other blood thinners out there I know because I am on them myself big hugs to you stay strong keep fighting 🤗💜from a friend its your life so your choice and yes I understand I went through the 2011 floods in Bundaberg I lost nearly everything aswell every time you hear the word flood you panic believe me
And panic you do. 💖
Hope you're doing ok wishing you a great Christmas 🎄
Oh Mike, I am with you the chemo issue. I send good vibes across the world from the
So so sorry to see what's been happening with you Michael 💔 😢 I haven't been on here for a while and I'm just lost for words but I really hope that in the midst of all of what's happening to you that you'll be able to come to a decision that's right for you and your family, lots of love n care Josephine 🤗💙
Hey Michael..Its a real dilemma you have to face..When I had my cancer,I ate a lot of berries and bought some apricot seeds from the health food store..I had 3-5 a day..I had 4 weeks of radiotherapy and am now cancer free..It may be something you could try..The apricot seeds convert to cyanide in the body which then attack the cancer cells,so dont have anymore than what I have mentioned..I hope this helps.Thinking of you.
Love the house! What a dilemma you face. I am so very sorry for the state of things that you are enduring. There are no magic words to give. You will have to decide on the chemo. If you feel the effects will hinder you and make the quality of the remainder of your life horrid, then don't do it. If indeed the docs said it will only give you a short reprieve. Of course no one knows for sure Michael and maybe you wont feel as sick. Those extra days might be rich. I am also sorry the counselor did not focus on the here and now . The depression and all. Sending loving thoughts.
Hi Michael, my heart goes out to you, I feel for you right now, it’s definitely been trying times and you deserve so much more than this. Have you thought of seeing a naturopath or try an alkaline diet. Olivia Newton John used cannabis oil, just a suggestion. It’s all up to you hun, it’s your life so don’t let anyone tell you what you need to do with it. I will always watch your videos because I have so much admiration for you and what you are sharing with us. I have blood clots and the medications Eliquis doesn’t make me sick so if your medication is making you sick ask for an alternative to what you are taking. Bless you my friend because I only hope for the best for you and your future xx
I'm praying that you are doing OK
They have just linked the vaccine to strokes. I really hope you're cancer is hopefully,
Doing better. My sons is not . Much love from America 😘
Mike, that livingroom looks like a page from a decorating magazine, lolol😁
Your home looks beautiful so you failed at the tacky part. 😁 As for the chemo part I'd rather be comfortably numb & not in pain or stress than sick with pain or nauseous. And taking "covid" clot shots is absurd as well. "Boosters" my ass. They advance whatever diseases people HAVE. I hope you can find someone to help you feel pain free & peaceful because THATS what matters. If that means you & the caravan at a beach somwhere & whatever you like that's your choice but I don't blame you for not wanting the chemo. I've seen too many people only suffer with that poison in them. Bless you, Michael.
It was having the first vaccine shot that caused my stroke and now clots but can't say that out loud. 💖
Firstly I love your kitchen... I've got stainless steel kitchen sink and benches like you are they are the best.
Secondly from someone who was in both of the Bundaberg floods several years back your PTSD is real and justified... however it does heal and you do gain strength back.
I've also got cancer, mine is Multiple Myeloma and I'm starting my chemo in two weeks and then bone marrow transplant I think in the new year.
I'm going to be at the Royal Women’s at the Joyce Tweddell Building once a week so if you are in the area at the same time I'll be up for a cuppa and chat if your interested.... sometimes a chat with a person that knows your experiences and has shared those experiences to some degree is better than a professional!
Good luck with your journey, if I would be close by I'd have a cuppa with you for sure. I hope it goes well for you 💖💖
@@mkuebler5thank you,, my journey will be ok. I'm blessed as it is a very early diagnosis. 🙏
Try and get some CBD oil, best wishes.
I really want to give you a hug. 😢
Sorry to hear this. What is the name of the chemo? I had one called cisplatin. Heavy duty stuff.
I love you so much mate, you are the most amazing eccentric eclectic unique beautiful creative intelligent cultured artistic genius in the whole of Australia. Such a genuine legend and icon. I admire you and wish i could be half the person you are. You have the best URBEX channel in the country, youve brought me much enrichment from your videos. How can i help you??? Please let me know. Please beat this cancer, you are a treasure to this world
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I'm so sorry I wish I could make this go away I read a a comment that someone made about getting some marijuana oil I forget what it's called but I have heard great things about it and how successful it is in treating a multitude of things mother suggestion would be to try natural remedies but I am thinking and thinking positive thoughts at this situation of everything going on and that you will get better oh and the other blood thinning medication out doesn't have side effects maybe get your doctor to look into that
Rick Simpson protocol aka phoenix tears xx
Hi 'M-5 !!"
I left you a kind of important comment abit below. (Under Kathy F's comment.) If you get a chance, please take a peek.🙏🤘👻💖
Mike did you find the comment I left about the ' stuff ' under a 'K.F.' comment that you answered her with "you're not soposed to be talked about 'it' (meaning covid) ? that I left you because my comment isn't there any more. I hope you saw it and took it down, if that's true then you got the info. Would be sad if You Tube took it down before you got to read it.
If you saw it I hope it helped. You sure did a fantastic job with your home ! I still have the gold Kangaroo Coin. Remember from way back? Fun times. 🤘👻💖
No I didn't see it? RUclips has a tendency of taking things down in regard to c""" d
You poor bugger, if that was me I would NOT go on chemo, I would hook up Doris and take off, having a little supply of some tablets to take towards the end when you felt it was time, bugger these doctors and there chemo, as you say, it will make you so ill anyway, no way, I really feel for you and hope you can get away and just relax a bit....
Oh, I've definitely thought about it but you're not allowed to say it 💖
You're not very good at tacky. Think you are good at decorating!
I can not imagine losing everything in a flood. I would be scared everytime it rained.
What a rough year! I hope very much for a brighter future.
Thank you for the update... I just love your kitchen and the whole house looks great.. well done. I'm sorry to hear about your health. I had written a whole heap but have decided to message you privately on Instagram.
I hope you are safe from the new recent flooding - wow ur really done a fantastic job - they dont need painting they look fantastic OMG ur tree is unbelievable - See if the doctor can change the medication- Sorry that counsellor person is NOT right for you IDK if ur doctor can recommend someone better- Michael just do what you want to do you are the only person who can make that decision no one can judge you or your decision .