This is Loren Nancarrow, reporting live from hell…
The hospital has a lot of devices — most of them meant to inflict pain. They say they’ll help you — but they hurt you. To say I’ve been poked and prodded is a vast understatement. 7 days now and they show no sign of letting up — but I’m not gonna let ‘em win.
Hold on…my blood pressure monitor just went off – they’re winning for the moment, but the bastards can’t have me yet.
This challenging visit has reminded me how real this is, but it has also hardened me for the fight ahead. I don’t have a lot of energy to carry on today except to say that if you’ve got cancer: DON’T FREAKING GIVE UP.
I know they’ll spring me from this place feeling better and ready to carry on. And by the way, September 21st is coming (the SDBTF 5k in Point Loma). If I can be there…so can you.
Thanks for everything,
Loren
The Nancarrow Project 
Will keep you in my prayers old friend. You can beat this. You are a fighter, and a good soul – with many, many prayers behind you in this battle. With all the people here leaving you such wonderful messages of hope, and comfort, keep your faith strong and know that you are beloved and we are all rooting for you. Keep being the wonderful person you are.
All my best to you,
from Tina (who used to work at the tux shop across from KFMB)
Loren…remember the words of Winston Churchill…Never, Never, Never Give Up!
Loren, with your attitude,and determination you WILL beat cancer. You are loved by thousands of San Diegans who care about you. And you are an inspirations to us all.
I’m extremely saddened by what you are going through! I’ve tried and no one answers….I’ve tried!!!! My heart hurts!
your honesty and love flow so beautifully thru every piece you write and then so kindly share with us …. thank you Loren for trusting us with your journey ❤
Loren, gosh…thank you sooo very much for sharing you’re true feelings. I bet this sucks and sucks ever more….there aren’t words that I could say, nor another persons words..to simply, make you fell better. Um, I happen to be losing my 4th and 5th…..dearest friends, over the last 3 years. Yup. However, you’ve somehow have assisted me..with you’re positiveness AND YOU’RE truthful account of you’re pain. Thanks and God bless YOU!!!
And you’re family!’ I hope you understand how IMPORTANT you have been…over the years…in San Diego, with you’re holistic knowledge,,,,way, before…years before, anyone of us knew…what “holistic” meant!!!! Your’e Susie and youre beloved children and YOU are simply an inspiration, to not only San Diego…but, too America. I happen to know …that I do not speak alone…….their are many, many….who listen. Loren….” we” need you…If that is a burden….then, “we” get it. Do what you need to do. You are loved. Period. Amen.
Been there and done that as the saying goes Loren. Keep in mind Loren all this pain and prodding you’re experiencing is to help you get better. The people doing these things to you probably go home after work and either cry or drink to forget the suffering they have seen or given as a result of their duties.
My biggest complaint during my stays in the hospital was the deep feeling of, what I call, “being separated from the herd” . There is a certain sense of isolation one feels that a visitor or two makes up for. You have a wonderful and devoted family, you also have thousands of people praying and pulling for you, you still are a well known person of San Diego. We love ya man! Hang tough. If anyone can get thru this it’s you.
Another word from you on your journey,an inspiration to us all,and I send another prayer your way for comfort and peace of mind from the machines and the medicines-a moment of quiet meditation so all you hear is the sound of Angel wings hovering around you with healing and protection.Loving blessings to all of you til next visit
GO FOR IT!!! YOU CAN BEAT THIS!!! Our prayers, and great vibes and wishes are with you!
While taking care of my husband during his treatment for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma someone sent us this quote. It challenged us (like we needed any more of that!) to continue choosing new perspectives.
“When you are in the cellar of affliction, look for the Master’s choicest wines.” Blessings of peace be upon you.
Be well & be strong, My Friend!
Loren!! You are in the hospital and you are suppose to be resting and gaining your strength, not trying to fight the machines!! Arnold Schwartzenager isn’t around to spring you!! Glad you were able to impart your infinite humor. Keep it up. I Susie is sneaking you in something tasty to get your spirits up. Hang in there and don’t speak to loudly…the machines can hear you….
With so many of us thinking of you, Loren, and sending strength your way, I know you will beat this thing! You are giving hope to so many! Visualize armies of little soldiers destroying those bad cancer cells… Hang in, and know that all of San Diego is wishing for better times ahead for you and your family. xxoo
I have multiple myeloma and I’m fighting this cancer with treatments at the moment. There is no cure but hopefully can go thru remission. Just for the last 3 months don’t know what to expect yet. But joining support groups to learn more. Positive is all we can do and live every day with hope and happiness the best we can. You are a brave and great person. You will win this Hugs ,prayers to you family and all your caring friends. XX00. Marilyn Mulloy
Sending you love and hugs and good wishes. I am so sorry you have to go through hell to get better. You are going to beat this Loren. Don’t let cancer get the best of you. This is only for a short time. You will win this battle, so many of us are rooting for you. Praying that you will be feeling much better soon. Sept. 21 is my birthday. I hope to be there with you and your family. Good positive thoughts and prayers are being sent your way. We love you and wish you and your family well as always. Hang in there, it will be better.
Loren, stay positive and don’t give up!
Get your 215 card and light up!
The miracle of cannabis has
helped me in my fight with testicular cancer.
When I was too weak to smoke my Dr. gave me
oil to apply to the general area
and things are getting much better.
Bless you for your inspiration and get well soon.
My prayers are with you and your family Loren, may God Bless you! Your such a great man with such a good heart, stay strong and keep fighting 😦
Thinking of and wishing you strength
Sent from my iPad
You are so awesome Loren! Thank you for your words of encouragement and for sharing your journey as you kick cancers ass. You inspire me. I love reading the comments of the people here who love you. We all reflect back to you your amazing chutzpah and guts. You are surrounded by angels who send you a piece of our hearts and truckloads of our own power for you to use in your fight. I am fighting neuroendocrine cancer too (as you know!) and I LOVE YOUR POSTS! I am going to write a song about you. I have some ideas in my head. — “The man who tells us all if its rain or shine – His biggest talent is the power of his mind. Courage and power surround you day and night. Long live Loren. You will win this fight.” LOVE TO YOU AND ALL WHO READ THIS AND LOVE YOU TOO.
What an awesome post this is! I have seen you perform several times, and am also Dana Gordon’s cousin. The music community is small here; many of my friends are musicians. I had no idea that you, too, are fighting cancer. Every word that you have posted for Loren, goes right back to you, so soak up that good energy. Whether or not the community/universe has cancer is not what’s important; we are all in this together. Wishing you well, collectively and independently. Best, Bonnie Jordan
Good luck an god bless you and your family
Love you Loren………..you and your family have deeply touched my heart as well as so many others. Strength, wisdom, grace, humility, love, honesty, and an amazing sense of humor in the midst of such difficulty. Shows the true Essence of one’s being. You are so beautiful. Thank you (and your wonderful family) for sharing the journey. You have already won the battle in so many ways. I also see you aligned with the Universal “wellness” and perfection that you already are. Big hugs – and if you need someone to beat up the ICU staff, call me. I saw what they did to my dad, and I’m still pissed in a big way. xxoo
Loren,
Loren,
You have the right attitude. Keep fighting and believing you will get better😀 Sorry you and yours are experiencing such hardships.
Chantal
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Loren, I have enjoyed you on tv for years. I have lymphoma and I am fine right now but I have experienced the scary hospital, pain and major fatigue. I have recovered from that but I know it could happen again. You are fortunate to have all the loving support. I was kinda on my own. I am hoping for the best for you and thanks for sharing your journey.
Lauren, you have been my inspiration for my blog and my own cancer battle since February. I’ll be thinking about you. Unfortunately I will be out of town for your walk (volunteering at a camp for kids with cancer of all things) but I will be there in spirit. Take care. Craig
Loren, Keep up your determination and remember a lot of prayers are coming your way; however, I am so sad you have so much pain and discomfort to endure.
Hi Loren. You hang in there! You can beat this. You can do it!! I’m in your corner, pal.
I know you won’t let the “C” win! Keep fighting it, with all your strength.
From your Facebook and Bay Area TV friend, and from someone who once had cancer himself….
God bless you. I’m praying for you always.
Kevin
Loren, my prayers are with you and your family.
Oh my goodness…..you’ve been on a road with lots of potholes it sounds like! Well, you are definitely in survivor mode and that is good. As the Brits so aptly have stated, “Stay calm, and carry on!”
You have sooooo many of us who care & are praying for you……I know you can kick cancer in the butt!!!!
Fight the good fight Loren!! Only God knows when it is your time! He can bring you through this!! Hugs & prayers!!
god bless u for all the news u have done praying god will healu
Our Team looks forward to seeing you at the SDBTF …we are fighting along with you and YOU ARE THE INSPIRATION that got us to get a TEAM going for a friend who is battling a BRAIN TUMOR!!! Hang in there Loren you are truly a FIGHTER and an awesome human being. Prayers and Blessings to you and your family. We will see you at the starting line ;))
I now live in Southern Illinois but go back to San Diego at least once a year and always watch the news and look for you. When I didn’t see you the last time I wondered where you were. I know now. You are such a strong, caring man and so many people are praying for you. You have so many people who love who you are and what you have meant to them even tho they didn’t know you personally. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Be strong!
Keep up the good fight. Both of my parents struggled with cancer. My mother had uteran cancer and my dad had bladder cancer.Both went through many rounds of chemo and radiation treatment.. My mom had a hystorectomy and is in remission. My dad is also in remission. Not an easy battle for them being in their 70’s. But so far a winning battle.
Prayers and good thoughts to you and your family. Stay STRONG!!!!!
Forgot to put my name, it’s Tina
Loren, you have been with SO MANY of us here in San Diego who have shared their lives with you on Television. You have become a member of our family………a member of ALL of the families who have loved you over these years. Cancer Sucks – and it is not a journey for the timid or weak. My heart goes out to you and to your family. You will do ALL you can, as will the Medical Staff AND your family…………. and that, my friend is the BEST any of us can do……….. fight and refuse to give it up. Know, however, you are loved………. and what EVER the out come……. “the fight has been fought, and fought well!” And good for you!!! We want you to stay with us. Much Love and Healing flying your way, along with gratitude for the contributions ONLY YOU could have made.
Fight! Fight! FIGHT!! All our love and prayers for strength and love to you and your family…
I am so sorry you have to be going through this. I am going through a lot of pain myself right now (knee replacement). But when I see what you’re going through, I have no room to complain. My prayers are with you and God Bless.
Wishing you well Loren and sending good, healing thoughts your way!
I can’t make it to the run but I will be spending that day in the garden cheering you on.
I too see you whole and healthy out digging in the yard, making mulch and teaching the rest of us what it is to be a survivor and willing to talk about the trip Hugs and more hugs. Dawn
Thanks for another upbeat update. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Your inspiration to all is evidenced by all of the posts.
Hi Loren. Good to hear from you, live from hell. The live part is what I wanted to hear the most. Keep up the good fight, so many people are praying for you and your family , we have to win this one.
When my father was diagnosed with cancer, he was given 5 months to live, but he was too ornery to die. It took him 18 years to say he was ready. We wish you positive thoughts and a fierce desire to live.
Keep on fighting and I am rooting for you and your family. I have a dream that one day you will be back where you belong, on FOX news.
Sending you prayers and hope.
❤
😉 I believe you can kick and win.
I fought the battle 13 years ago . Stay strong , surround yourself with loving people
and pray for peace.
Keep kicking its butt Loren. We are behind you sending goof vibes, best wishes and xtra legs to kick it!! We live you.
I love your KICK BUTT ATTITUDE!!! Keep fighting, Loren!!
Fight hard all of San diego is thinking of you. You are the strongest man we all know
This is not fun, I’m so sorry what you and your beautiful family are going through…I’ve been in the ICU too. Amazing doctors and nurses can heal so keep the faith. God is the Master Planner, we do not know why of so many questions. Stay strong, so many of us are so proud of you and your family. You are our hero.
I see you whole, healthy and complete… and smiling… so hang in there. You are loved… you are the Beloved…