NBC Farrah Fawcett documentary, in Ryan's O'Neal's words VIDEO

Peter YeatesMay 13th, 2009 - 18:21:27

Two weeks ago I was diagnosed with Colon Rectal cancer and the prognosis is good.It was a shock. I am changed.
But this evening as I watched ITV news, I wondered at the change in me.
Two weeks ago if I had viewed this the short news item I would have been sorry for her and sad,not without feeling, but then I would have proceeded to watch the rest of the evenings programmes.
Everything now is different. I am about to start on the long journey and no doubt a painful one, with my major operation looming on June 4th, with fear, but a great deal of hope.
Maybe as much as Farrah had when she started on her journey.
Tonight I am her friend, I identified with her, I was sharing something, I don't know what, but I had joined this club of cancer.
Cancer changes everything. However good the prognosis is, you seem to be changed forever.Her description of cancer is frightening, something alive with it's own agenda, whatever the Doctors tell you. So Iam prepared a bit better because of Farrar.
In some way though I felt stronger to know of her fight, and of her longong for a miracle.
I am 72, so I have more life than she has had. It has been a good life, but with much tragedy. We did not think there would be this, at the end of it all.
But whatI really want to say is that tonight I feel stronger because of her.

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Alexandra CostaMay 13th, 2009 - 19:31:52

Peter, I just read your comment after watching the interview with Ryan O'Neal. We cannot predict whether or not Farrah will receive the miracle that she has been praying for but certainly you received inspiration from watching the interview and hopefully you will see her documentary. This may very difficult for you but I think Farrah wanted the public to know her on a very different level, not the public Farrah Fawcett and certainly not the private Farrah Fawcett. I believe that she wanted the world to know how she was able to endure the incredible fight that she fought, the uphill climb she had the courage to make and hopefully, through her example other cancer patients like you will learn what is important in life - to love it, to live it and to appreciate the life that God has given to us. I wish you all the best of luck with your fight and I wish you much courage and love.

Sincerely,
Alexandra Costa

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Phyllis ShultzMay 13th, 2009 - 23:53:45

I am going through chemo for ovarian cancer and I agree with you Peter, you enter a whole new phase in life when you are faced with cancer. The weird thing is, everyone has cancer cells in their body but only some turn into full blown cancer. I am very hopeful my cancer will go into remission and I have put it in God's hands. I view cancer as not a death sentence but a LIFE sentence. A sentence to live your life to the fullest you can and let tomorrow take care of itself. No one knows when their last day on earth will be. There have been many advances made in fighting cancer and there are always miracles. Farrah has been an inspiration to many and has hada difficult journey. I pray for her as well as you, Peter, that your strong faith will see you through.

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Tricia TaylorMay 16th, 2009 - 03:21:10

Dearest Farrah Fawcett,

After watching your documentary, you dazzled me...

You have been dazzling everyone for generations.....

I must say after viewing, you are a couragoues woman to share your thoughts, your pain, your love, and compassion. I believe that you are an extradorinary being, and I thank you for allowing me to experience your journey.

It incrediable what you have indured, but I must say......
Your determination inspires me, your will, and that glorious smile that never illudes you is well just,,,, admiration to your courage, too your fight, an continue to do so...

I have never met you but I wish you all the peace, and admire your courage, you are a lovely being...

Thank you for sharing your story.
I will be thinking of you, your family, and your friends.....
Much love, Tricia Taylor, xoxoxo

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Judy PixleyMay 16th, 2009 - 14:06:20

Farrar, we watched your long, long journey last night.
I don't understand why the German physicians could not give you anesthesia before they did those painful procedures.

I pray that God's peace and love will cover you like a blanket. And that your family receives the Grace they need now.
Sincerely,
Judy Pixley
Houston, TX

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JackieMay 23rd, 2009 - 03:40:36

Hi, I watched clips of the doc on line. I missed the entire show.
Our family was recently shocked with the Dx of Metastatic Pancreatic Ca six weeks ago. Ca changes you and the pt forever.
I was amazed and inspired by Farahs strength and courage.
Thanks for your Doc it has brought the raw truth a family faces when you get the awful news buy the doc of the awful CA Dx
my mother is devastated and so am I but I found strength in the doc. I hope to see the entire show one day.
Thanks, god bless and continue to give you and your family peace and hope
Jackiw\e

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KIKIMay 25th, 2009 - 23:51:57

Thank you to all of you for sharing your stories I too was moved by Farah and her courage I pray she gets that miracle it made me so sad because live seems to be going by so fast and I just want to slow it down and savor each second of the day and not get so caught up in the drama of day to day when they say enjoy each day as if it were your last day I guess that is soo true thats what I really got out of watching Farrah she has had such a blessed life and has experienced so much and I hope she gets another ten years for her sons sake but each day is a little sweeter because of you Farrah. Thank you our sweet precious Farrah you have been such a gift to us all.

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m.j.May 31st, 2009 - 22:59:08

Farrah - I think the other emails say it all. When I was in high school, I spent hours trying for the 'Farrah' hair and never quite achieved it. You have brought beauty and sparkle to this world. I don't have cancer, though my mother died of it at age 54. I am disabled with immune disorders and fibromyalgia.

When I watched your documentary, I cried. I thought how brave you are and here I am feeling depressed and hopeless. You are truly an amazing women. I hope you know that and find comfort that God's plan for you, though very, very difficult, is perfect and we'll all soon be in a better place. Love to you and yours. (I also have a 23 year old son; I pray for Raymond as well)

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J. FreemanJun 1st, 2009 - 12:42:29

Dear Fara:

I hope and pray that you will be able to endure the emotional pain you're going through, and have gone through. I missed your T.V. show, I hope that it airs again soon. I have not even seen it, and yet I feel an attempt to cry. I have watched your show the(Charlies Angels)many times, growing up during my teen years. May the Holy Spirit comfort you. Please call out to the Holy Spirit, and he will provide you with comfort. My grandmother died of cancer in her early 40's. I cannot imagine what you're going through, but you're very brave. I admire. I hope to be brave like you should I ever be faced with any challenges in my life. Physically, emotionally or psychologically.

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Rea Anne RogersJun 27th, 2009 - 16:59:23

I have been rather indignant on Farrah's behalf that she should be lost from the limelight because of the shadow of Michael Jackson's death. My son died a terrible death from cancer in February of this year. He was told he had it in October, two weeks before he died one of his doctors told him he had at least two more years. False hope is a terrible thing, in his case it would have been kinder to all if he had been told to go home and enjoy what time you have left.

Anyone who has fought with this horrible disease deserves special recognition as the heros and heroines they are - fighting with an invisible enemy who can and will attack unannounced and persevere with drastic results.

Until you have been in the situation as the victim or relative/friend has, the word 'Cancer' does not have the same terror for you, because you aren't fully there with it day after day. God bless Farrah she fought a good fight.

The lovers of life still live on in our hearts and memories although they may move away from us over time. Let us remember those who have valiantly fought this evil disease and hope that those who must continue to fight it may beat it. God bless you and bless Farrah, my son Ralph, and all of those others who have gone before and those still fighting.

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SuzanaJul 3rd, 2009 - 20:52:14

Farrah: um anjo no céu......
Farrah nos deixou uma grande lição de vida.
Ela foi tão corajosa e persistente.
LOVE YOU!

www.fotolog.com.br/suhsita

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A.A.Jul 3rd, 2009 - 22:00:21

To Ryan O'Neil: Please go back to work.
Think Peyton Place and Love Story. Great work.

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