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Yes, dear readers--it's true. As you may already know, Patrick Swayze, star of such super hit films as Ghost and the now classic Dirty Dancing is suffering from pancreatic cancer. Those diagnosed with the illness are rarely given more than 6-9 months to live.
Now, you may say: "Wait just a minute here--what does this have to do with parenting or kids and whatnot?" Well, my answer to you is this. You KNOW you know all the words to "She's Like the Wind." And don't tell me you didn't have just a teensy little crush on the Swayzemaster when in those tight black jeans when he was Johnny Castle. Don't even bother trying to deny it. I know whenever DD hits the rotation on TBS or wherever you're right there tuning in with me.
And men, remember this: Swayze made dancing cool again for guys.
This is not to mention how phrases like "Nobody puts baby in a corner" have permeated our culture. I know someone, for example, whose baby has a onesie with that phrase on it. Now that's just clever,
When I was a kid I loved Dirty Dancing the way kids now love High School Musical. We made up dances to all the songs on the soundtrack. We saw the live tour. And we loved--scratch that, still love, always will love--Patrick Swayze.
And, just for the record? I think the Swayzemaster could kick Zack Efron's butt.
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ReaderComments (Page 1 of 1)
3-05-2008 @ 6:33PM
bremarie03 said...Jennifer Grey could kick Zack Efron's butt, but I digress.
I was really hoping that this wasn't true when I saw it this morning. Now I hope that he's one of the few who beats the odds.
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3-05-2008 @ 6:49PM
Trisha said...I need that onesie....
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3-05-2008 @ 6:51PM
Erin said...Cancer "terms" are not finite. My husband was given 2 weeks to 6 months and now... almost 9-years later. he is doing damn well... working, driving and doing more than the average male.... but at the same time he is doing major treatment on a monthl basis. Hope that Patrick is able to beat this!
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3-06-2008 @ 8:45AM
Tricia said...DD rocks. I have such fond memories of it.
I hope all the tabloids are wrong that he has days to live.
I'm off to TIVO DD because I need a little DD ...
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3-05-2008 @ 9:51PM
Jenn said...His doctors are saying all the tabloids are wrong and exaggerating and they don't know where they got that info, and that Swayze is responding well to treatment.
So YAY!!!
3-06-2008 @ 6:34PM
ame s said...I should be ashamed to say I can't place that song at all, much less remember any lyrics. Though I must agree; Patrick would make Zafron cry like the little girl he looks like :)
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3-05-2008 @ 10:18PM
dee said...The news story (as opposed to tabloid story) that I just read said the 1 year survival rate is around 20% for pancreatic cancer patients. The 5 year outlook is much, much worse (around 4%). I'm so sorry to hear this. I adore Patrick Swayze and wish him and his family peace and the best of luck with his treatment.
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3-06-2008 @ 10:17AM
Glenn Anderson said...I have prostate cancer - stage 4 - incurable.
I am a 73 year old male.
I am taking B-17 and hydrazine sulfate.
I will be cancer free in 4 months.
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3-06-2008 @ 8:43AM
Jeanette said...Dear Mr. Swayze, please be encouraged. I was diagnosed with hep c last year. My brother-in-law died the same year of cirrhosis of the liver because of this disease. My doctor told me this week my body has rejected the disease. The scripture tells us that "God demonstrates His own love for us in this: while we were still sinners, Christ died for us...." (Romans 5:8) What is easier for Christ to say, "your sins are forgiven or rise from your sick bed and be healed?" Believe in Him and be healed Brother.
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4-22-2008 @ 3:11PM
Michelle said...I too believe that the Lord will heal him. I pray for him all the time. I know if he believes in Gods word he will raise up from his sick bed and beat the odds. So far he has beaten the odds. He is one of Gods children and I would hate to see him
die. But if he does that means that God wanted him up in Heaven. Patrick Swayze has truly been a positive influence in my life.
3-06-2008 @ 11:56AM
Barbara said...3.6.08
The news is good this a.m. for Patrick Swayze! I am so thrilled. He will beat this. I will look forward to all the future projects he will do. Patrick has been one of my favorites forever. God Bless him and his family for a speedy recovery.
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3-07-2008 @ 11:09AM
diana wollen said...Dear Patrick,
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3-07-2008 @ 11:17AM
diana wollen said...My prayers go out to you. I know of a man who has the same type of cancer, and has been cured of it. I have watched Dirty Dancing five times, and I never watched a movie more than once. It's a great story line, but your dancing was fantastic. I've seen Ghost also, which was also a great movie. You have shown that your not afraid of your feminine side, while still maintaining your masculiny. Keep fighting, you have enriched my life plus many others.
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3-08-2008 @ 12:04AM
Brett said...Hi
I spent 22 years in The U.S. Army. Retired in 2002. I survived many things, cancer twice.
In Oct 2005 I was told I had pancreatic cancer, Oct 25th I had my operation I am writing this today. Yes there is hope and always a chance. I was treated at the Naval Medical center in San Diego.
I feel I should do something to help others. What is there that I can do
Brett Seliger
U.S. Army retired
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3-12-2008 @ 12:13AM
Amy said...Dear Patrick. You have so many friends, and we all want you o know that our prayers with you, be brawe and belive in our prayers. Amy and Family
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3-16-2008 @ 10:25PM
peg newton said...patrick: I feel "never give up" is not in your vocabulary so "ngu". We want you to be there for a long time, loving Lisa and making music and dancing.
A loyal fan.
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4-02-2008 @ 2:00PM
peg newton said...Patrick: Never give up because we will not give up on you. Keep on loving Lisa, making music and dancing.
A loyal fan.
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4-22-2008 @ 3:12PM
Michelle said...Dear Patrick, I believe that the LORD will heal you of this. The world is not ready to be without you. Keep having faith that you will be healed and you will. No negatives thoughts! I'm just one of the millions of girls who look up to you and love you. When I heard of the cancer I almost cried. The thought of you gone hurt me deeply so I pray for you all the time. All of your fans know you will beat this thing. Forever your Fan Michelle
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4-22-2008 @ 3:13PM
Michelle said...Patrick, Have faith if the Lord and you will be healed. So far you are beating the odds. I'll keep praying and knowing that you will walk away from this. I just know that you'll be making another movie soon. The women of the world are not ready to live without you. God Bless you and your family. Michelle
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