Prove Love Heals
Dale
Dale was diagnosed with stage four colon cancer in November 2006. Initially given only two years to live, Dale was nicknamed a miracle patient by his doctor at Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers where he is still undergoing chemotherapy treatment. He attributes his success to his amazing support system of family, friends, doctors and staff at RMCC.
Episodes
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We Were In For A Fight 4:30
Life comes to a halt for Dale and his family when he learns he not only has stage four colon cancer, but also has 24 months to live.
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He Is Not A Statistic 3:42
As Dale begins to get his affairs in order, his care team at RMCC reminds him that he is not just a number and to look toward the future.
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Not Sure It Can Be Done 3:36
Dale's chemotherapy shrinks his tumors enough for surgical removal. Now he must choose between prolonging his life and the risks
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A Major Change 4:09
When Dale is forced to retire to reduce his stress, he struggles with how to define himself, not only as a cancer patient, but as an individual.
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It's More Than Medicine 4:00
Dale discovers the meaning of healing through support from his family and friends as well as new activities that help him to find wholeness.
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It's Like A Second Home 3:52
Thanks to his treatment plan and the healing power of love, Dale surpasses all statistics of survival to be nicknamed a miracle patient.
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I Didn't Think I'd Be Alive 3:46
Despite living with cancer, Dale shares how he has found hope and peace thanks to the support of his friends, his family, and his RMCC family.
Featured Comments
Diane, Colorado Springs Dale - I am so grateful that I got to know you and work with you for the short time at the library. You are greatly missed!! You have touched my heart and you are such an inspiration to everyone. Being a cancer survivor myself, I know how hard of a fight it is going through it, but knowing your strength and determination, you will have many, many good years. You and your family are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Laura, Black Forest Thank you for sharing your story. Kick cancer\'s a$$ buddy!
Bridget, Falcon This family is SO amazing!! I\'m crying just watching this!! The love they all have for each other is so wonderful and Dale\'s fight for life is so inspiring!! Keep the faith guys, we love you!!
Teri Darnell, Atlanta Dave-you are a true inspiration for me. My prayers are with you.
Sherief & Cara, Alameda, CA Dale, You are an inspiration to us all and we continue to keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. If anyone can fight this it will be you. Keep it up! We look forward to seeing you soon.
Dave, Boulder Keep fighting Dale!
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Adele, Your answer was just Your answer was just what I neeedd. It's made my day!
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J.R. & Kristy, York County, VA Dale and Beth, You guys are absolutely amazing. I can not imagine how hard this is to go through. It appears you have a great attitude about this as you have had on everything in the 20+ years we have known you. I would expect no less. Keep putting up the good fight.
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tim will, athens, tn hey dale--remember me--your long, lost cousin from jamestown, nd ~ long time [a long, long time] no see ~ carla just called and gave me the news ~ i too have great memories of y'all coming to visit several summers ~ i talk to my mom at least once a week, and she may have told me that you had cancer--she probably did, but i really don't remember, and i can't believe i would have forgot that ~ i will add y'all to our prayer list at church, and i'll start praying for you daily--we serve a GREAT GOD ~ serving Him because He first loved us, tb & patty will
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Vickie (Will) Karste, Clearwater, MN Greetings Dale from our house to yours. Just got off the phone with Carla. Yep it has been oh so many years since we have seen each other. I too remember the summers you and your family came to Jamestown. They were the BEST memories ever. Even though we haven't been in touch I have always thought about all of you alot. The last time I saw your Mom and Dad was 1979. It just blows my mind to think it has been almost 31 years. We will keep you in our hearts, in our thoughts and in our prayers.
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Carla (Will) Torgers, Hendrum, MN Hey Dale, I just got a letter in the mail from your mom today with the information of this documentary. I haven't seen you for so many years but have to tell you I have the fondest memories of you and your family pulling into our backyard in Jamestown ND every summer when we were kids. It seems like a lifetime ago. We had so much fun when you guys came. My dad Dick and your dad used to have a blast!!! I am so sorry to hear of the road you have traveled. We will keep you and yours in our thoughts and prayers. Keep up the good fight. Sending love and prayers from our house to yours.
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Marilyn (Perrine) Su, Colorado Springs Dale, I just heard the news of your fight with cancer when my sister, Elly forwarded this to me. What you and your family have been through is incredible. I admire your courage and strength in fighting this disease. Thanks for sharing your story with us and know that you truly are in my thoughts and prayers. Here we are, family (cousins), who live just down the road from each other in Colorado Springs and we have never really gotten to know one other. We need to change that! It's sad that it takes a life-changing event like this to reminded us of how very important family is in our lives and how we need to take time to be together and cherish every moment we can spend with each other - not take anything for granted. Please let me know if EVER there is anything I can do support you and your beautiful family. Keep the faith. Hugs, from your cousin, Marilyn
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Diane, Colorado Springs Dale - I am so grateful that I got to know you and work with you for the short time at the library. You are greatly missed!! You have touched my heart and you are such an inspiration to everyone. Being a cancer survivor myself, I know how hard of a fight it is going through it, but knowing your strength and determination, you will have many, many good years. You and your family are always in my thoughts and prayers.
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Laura, Black Forest Thank you for sharing your story. Kick cancer's a$$ buddy!
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Lyle and Sandy Mille, Carlton, KS Dale and Beth are two very wonderful people that we met over 20 years ago. We have all traveled apart but still seem to be able to pick up where we left off when our paths cross. It has been a few years since we have seen each other, but recently reconnected. When we learned of Dale's illness we were instantly shocked and saddened. We pray for continued positive treatment and hope and pray for strength for all of you. You have both always been very positive and strong people. With the love and support of your friends around you,near and far, we pray for your health and happiness.
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