Thank You!

5/21/2010 12:51:41 PM #

You are certainly a treat!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rosa | Reply

5/21/2010 1:52:37 PM #

Just a quick note to let you know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult journey. I have went through cancer with my mom 8 years ago and she has been cancer free since then. Stay positive as I know you will with your bubbly personality and you will get through it. Get well soon and can't wait to see you back doing the weather soon.

Kim Amos | Reply

5/21/2010 3:46:54 PM #

Like the above comment, just a quick note to let you and your family know that you are in out thoughts and prayers as you travel this journey. I have been reading your blog and some of the quotes you have chosen speak deeply about the person I believe you to be. Attitude is so important in healing - I believe you have that one aced! Keep your bubbly personality and positive outlook, knowing that you have your family, your friends and indeed a whole host of strangers who are rooting for your return in front of the cameras.

M. Hofman | Reply

5/21/2010 6:40:17 PM #

Very nice reading your recent posts; I wish you well. Your positive attitude is the key to recover very soon. All the best to you and your family, and together with your friends and so many fans you will overcome this difficult time. Get well soon... we are already missing your weather forecasts.

Dora      

DFM | Reply

5/21/2010 6:52:59 PM #

I just heard the news. I have listened to/partied with/watched you ever since the Energy 108 days! You have always been a strong person & never given less than 110% in anything you do so I know this latest adventure is NOTHING you can't handle. All the best! xxx Deb

Deb | Reply

5/21/2010 8:32:41 PM #

Just a little note to say that good thoughts, healing vibes, and prayers are headed your way. Wishing you all the best. You will beat this. We're looking forward to seeing you back where you belong.

Ila Lawton | Reply

5/21/2010 8:57:04 PM #

My husband and I send you our positive thoughts and prayers during the next weeks and months.  We enjoy your daily CTV weather updates and stints on Canada AM.  You are a delight to watch.  Take care and know we are thinking of you.  
Mike and Jane Finnigan
Frankford, Ontario

Jane Finnigan | Reply

5/21/2010 9:29:57 PM #

I would like to wish you all the best on your road to recovery, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Pasquale Lorusso | Reply

5/22/2010 10:27:58 AM #

You are doing so well - such optimism despite what you are going through. I found Princess Margaret to be the greatest place ever - kind, competent and considerate. You could not be in better hands.
You are in my thoughts and prayers, Anwar, and may you soon regain your health and strength.  You have so many of us rooting for you; it shows how much you mean to your viewing audience.
Take care.

Kathryn | Reply

5/22/2010 3:17:49 PM #

You are deeply missed. We all want you back as soon as you are able, and I know that you are in good hands and care.Take one day at a time and keep focused through it all, and remember a LOT of people are pulling for you.

Ellen Hawley

Ellen | Reply

5/22/2010 6:38:22 PM #

Life is like a box of chocolates - Sweet! Please take your time and get well. I really enjoy watching you do the weather and you are greatly missed. God Bless You!

Betty | Reply

5/22/2010 6:42:59 PM #

Hi Anwar

Just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you and wishing you strength as you go through your journey.

I too will be checking in often for updates and look forward to your updates

keep strong!

Barb | Reply

5/22/2010 9:15:59 PM #

Dear Anwar'  I just want to say Hi! again and let you know that we are following your story. It's good that you have taken the first step with your first treatment, that's one less to go. Stay strong and take everything one day at a time.We really miss seeing you on CTV and are waiting for your return,Canada AM and the News at Noon are not the same without your cheerful smile.My family and I are continuing to pray for you and your family.

Charlotte | Reply

5/22/2010 9:26:48 PM #

Firstly, I want to commend you for your bravery and for sharing your adventure with us all....It will help many to not feel alone in their plight...Secondly, I want to wish you Only The Very Best....glad you have many family, friends, but, want you to know that your TV audience is missing you very much and are thinking about you each and every day...I look forward to your blogs on your healing, when you feel up to it....

Norma Langille | Reply

5/22/2010 11:38:13 PM #

Our BEST to you ...we are keeping you in our thoughts.  Each day we have some challenges and some get handed more than others, butI know you will take this challenge and move forward with it.  Just know that we all of your viewers will be watching, praying, and are with you through this...keep the faith. Our best to you..
Lyn

Lyn | Reply

5/22/2010 11:40:37 PM #

Wishing you the very best in this courageous battle, and a fast recovery.

Guy | Reply

5/23/2010 12:24:38 AM #

I am sorry that this has happened to you.  I believe with all my heart you will beat this ugly disease and will have a wonderful testimony for someone on day who will really need to hear what you have to say.  I have always admired you and met  you quite some time ago.  I pray for you and wish you God's speed in your recovery

Beverly Gorssline | Reply

5/23/2010 2:51:34 AM #

Anwar, we were so saddened to hear that your wonderful and happy life with your "tv family" is being interrupted temporarily. You have a journey to take...one that will make you stronger, make you better  and one, I am sure that you will learn a great deal from. We have had several family members who have had to deal with cancer when there was not the technology and the greatly increased knowledge and the wonderful professionals who will make your journey as smooth and easy as possible.
We will miss your weather reports and your on location bits a great deal. I remember when you were with the weather network and always thought that you would go on to bigger and better things.
Take care, relax and know that there are a lot of people who have you in their prayers, including us and that we will follow your path and look forward to your return to your "tv family".

Lynda Norman | Reply

5/23/2010 10:04:56 AM #

Oh my!

Originally from Toronto but moved to BC a few years back, just happened upon here and saw this!  
My gosh--my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...
thanks for keeping it real

Diane | Reply

5/23/2010 12:32:52 PM #

Good Luck with your journey. Stay positive and try to think good thoughts - it can only help you! Stop to smell the roses and enjoy the sunshine. Surround yourself with positive thoughts!
we look forward to seeing you back in our living room on a daily basis - feeling great!

R. & N. gillogly | Reply

5/23/2010 2:53:34 PM #

Anwar, i have just read your post, about your first day at Princess Margaret hospital. Believe me, you are in the care of some of the best nurses and doctors in the country. I spent five weeks going to that hospital everyday, for my radiation treatments, and everyone there was so kind, and understanding, of what you are going through. I used to feel sorry for myself, that i had a brain tumor, why me? why me? i used to think, until i went there, and sat in the waiting room, everyday.I looked around the room, and saw people much worse off than myself.
Hang in there Anwar, this will be very hard for you, but always think of the positive, and it will get you through this.I used to think of what i would be doing this time next year, i will do this, and i will do that. That was my little bit of dreaming, that go me through my radiation sessions. !!
The staff are brilliant, you are in wonderful hands.
Best regards,
Belinda Wagg
Oakville

BELINDA WAGG | Reply

5/23/2010 5:56:46 PM #

Hi, our prayers and thoughts are with you, on your journey of treatment, healing and recovery.

Bill N.

Bill N | Reply

5/24/2010 12:56:39 AM #

Anwar,

So sorry to hear of your illness. Stay positive, you will get through this.  Can't wait to see you back on TV giving us the weather reports and the many stints you do out in the public. You are in our thoughts and prayers!!

The Pihl Family,
Scarborough

Bev Pihl | Reply

5/24/2010 8:47:12 AM #

I hope your first chemo treatment wasn't as bad as I think it may have been. I am praying I am wrong. I know mine wasn't pretty.
Anwar stay positive hon you can get through this as i also will get through my second battle I will be embarking on with a brain tumor. Please stay strong and positive and remember to ask for help . You have a tremendous support group pulling for you and with you.
My angels will continue to sleep on your pillow next to your head each and every moment to help protect you while you rest .
God Bless and Prayers always. I will be keeping an eye on you
Christine Cook

Christine Cook | Reply

5/24/2010 9:22:20 AM #

Anwar,
You are such a genuine person and in our eyes a true winner. Here is something we read when things get tough.
Thoughts of A Winner - I will search for a goal, and with enough hard work, total committment, determination, dedication and self-sacrifice,I know I will reach it.  I know there will be many times it will seem that all the odds are against me, and I will have to fight one battle after another--but I will not give up!!  One step at a time.  We will miss you for now, see you soon. Our prayers are with you. Regards, Your fans

J&G | Reply

5/24/2010 8:04:56 PM #

Hi Anwar, should have told you that a toilet close by is one of the requirements during the kemo procedure and a good book.  Don't worry, the staff are use to it as every patient has the same problem!  Hang in there my friend.
Patrick McCarthy

Patrick McCarthy | Reply

5/25/2010 10:01:59 PM #

May Allah give you full recovery.

Shamaul | Reply

5/25/2010 10:18:04 PM #

All the best to you and your family, for your treatments to be successful. You have such and update and positive attitude,which will help you through this journey. I look forward to seeing you back on TV

Susan Crane | Reply

5/26/2010 7:52:00 AM #

You're doing amazing so far!
Thoughts are with you!

Rochelle | Reply

5/26/2010 11:23:00 AM #

Good day Anwar,

My wife and I were very sad to hear your news, we went through this with our daughter, Sheryl, like you was very brave and mentally strong. I am attending a pain clinic in Oakville and the good part about the class is the philosophy of positive thinking and visualising that the cancer is going away, our prayers, best wishes and a positive attitude are what we are sending your way, YOU will beat this Anwar because of who you are.  God Bless you and give you a speedy recovery.

Brian Bland | Reply

5/26/2010 1:30:21 PM #

Anwar:
Just a note to say I am thinking of you as you embark on your treatment. Your updates are very informative and must certainly be helpful to others who may be starting their own treatment, with varying degrees of trepidation.
Hopefully your need to pee will be your "worst" reaction to the treatments as you work your way back to a full, successful, and complete recovery.
Keep your many friends and followers posted on your progress.
My best wishes and prayers go out to you.
Warmest regards, from my heart.
Alan Topping
Toronto

  

Alan Topping | Reply

5/26/2010 4:49:07 PM #

Hi Anwar:

I read your blog today and I just want you and your family to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.  I know what you are going through is tough, even though you are making it a little light.  Hang in there.  They do wonderful work at PMH and you will get through this.  I miss you on ctv but I KNOW you will be back.  Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

Irene Brudy

Irene | Reply

5/26/2010 6:54:04 PM #

Hey Anwar,

I miss your energy and positive outlook every day but you must remember to TAKE the time to rest and take care of yourself.  You seem like the type of guy who always wants to be upbeat and happy and looking after everyone else, so now the challenge is for you to let others look after you and give yourself permission to relax and take the time to let your body heal.  Good luck with the treatments and hang in there!

Jane | Reply

5/26/2010 7:21:21 PM #

Anwar,

Best wishes for a speedy recovery.  I will pray for you each and every day until your return back to CTV News.  I miss seeing your happy face on the News.  May God's abundant love and strength be your constant companion.

Judy Knight

Judy Knight | Reply

5/27/2010 11:10:01 AM #

I'm in Ottawa, and finished chemo for lymphoma in February.  I started maintenance 3 weeks ago, which will be every 3 months for 2 years.  I went through all this from October until February and know exactly what you're going through and how you feel.

It'll soon be over (for me, it was 6 sessions).  I'll keep reading your posts.  Good luck and take care.

Michel | Reply

5/27/2010 9:20:58 PM #

  I sure hope you pull through this cancer without to much discomfort....my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family......I miss seeing you on TV however I know you will be back as soon as possible. May God Bless you.

helen poucher | Reply

5/31/2010 4:03:19 PM #

  Hello Anwar  So sorry to hear of your illness. I am hoping you recover real soon and that pain is minimal and your smile is still out there. We love ya and want you back to work soon ok. A big hug amd smiles for sunnier days ahead, take care and prayers are with you!!!!   Sincerely Sandra Cain

Sandra Cain | Reply

6/2/2010 12:37:01 PM #

Anwar, I don't know if you're a praying man, but I am a praying woman, and I promise to keep you in my prayers as you face this hurdle in your life.  I just know you will be fine (you have to be .... I miss seeing you already!).  The treatments may not be so great, but there is light at the end of the tunnel and you have so many pulling for you.  Best wishes and may God bless you.

Carol | Reply

6/6/2010 10:31:09 AM #

Anwar, I was so sorry to hear of your illness.  You are a bright light that I miss on CTV.  I hope to see you back very soon.  I had breast cancer and I know the feeling hearing that dreadful word, but....that was in 1998.  I will follow your postings every day with interest; I admire your courage and sincerely wish you all the best with your treatments.  Your attitude is amazing and you are an amazing person.  God Bless You.

agnes davies | Reply

6/7/2010 1:26:30 PM #

Dear Anwar,

Wishing you a speedy recovery over this bump in your road of life.

We miss your presence on CTV.

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Gary & Carolyn Pringle | Reply

6/8/2010 10:31:21 AM #

Wishing you a speedy recovery over this bump in your road of life.

We miss you on CTV.

You are in our thoughts and prayers

Gary & Carolyn Pringle, | Reply

6/10/2010 12:15:14 PM #

Hi Anwar:
As you go thru this journey, I am sending positive thoughts and prayers to you and your family wishing you a speedy recovery, healing and back to good health! I am Team Recruitment Co-Chair for the North Durham Relay For Life, being held June 25th/26th in Sunderland, and as I walk the track, I will be walking with you in mind, along with other family and friends who are going thru the same thing as you. Please know that no matter how long it takes we will be anxiously awaiting for you to return to work!! Take care and God Bless!!
Judy Reid
Sunderland

Judy Reid | Reply

6/11/2010 1:29:38 PM #

Hi Anwar,

I have been wanting to write for a while.  I am a cancer survivor. I have fought and won four times.  Twice against a disease that claimed my twin sister (ovarian).  I don't tell many people this because I do not want the "poor you" looks or comment for that matter.  Fact is I survived and I am here and for this I am extremely grateful.

The one piece of advice I have is that beating this "thing" is 98% positive attitude and 2% good luck.

I have been fighting since 1988 and this past November I finally won, 5 complete years cancer free.

When things are darkest remember, you are not alone, you have family and friends and faith all in your corner.  In your case even fans of the "Weather Weanie".

and that there is always someone worse off than you because out there someone is going through this without faith, family and/or friends.

Good Luck and stay positive on your journey, you are in my prayers.  We survivors have to look out for each other!

Oknee | Reply

6/11/2010 7:13:13 PM #

Dear Anwar: I am so glad to have read that you are surviving. Ha, I think you are cute with your hair but it will grow back. With Lupus you loose your hair too, have to agree with you, scared me a whole lot. So did ya tell the baby rabbit all the hassles of this. I wish you well and I miss you massively on the weather. I am praying for your recovery where you will celebrate being a survivor. Just keep picturing that picture. Will it be a yellow t-shirt or pink? You will make it, just stay positive.Not that easy but you seem to know how to turn your mind off this catastrophe so this will keep you well. I miss your roaming weather reports so hurry up ok and get better. My brother was environment canada-besides David, Bill Hepburn. Man he was driving us crazy with leaving doors open while he measures and records rain/snow and had every kind of weather map on his walls.  Did you get into this the same way or no? Well will keep praying for yah!
Joanne Dickinson

Joanne Dickinson | Reply

7/13/2010 9:38:43 AM #

Dear Anwar,  My sister had the same illness last year.  What a strong person she was,I did most of the crying for her. Doing amazing now. I have followed your story daily.  I do in-home care for an elderly client and we watched you fron the beginning on CTV.  Both of us fell in love.  Everyday she says when is Anwar coming back?  She is on holidays for a month so I told her that I would read about you everyday and tell her all about it when she comes home. Miss you very much our thoughts and prayers are with you daily Anwar.
Colleen and Ms.B

Colleen | Reply

8/6/2010 11:59:05 PM #

Dear Anwar,
Hope you are doing okay and toughing it out my father in law had his third cancer surgery and is 75 and doing very well for his age. Just like you the Doc's say the added benefit is the great outlook on life that he has and when we hear you talk you have the same bright positive outlook and that WILL TAKE YOU A LONG WAY.
Really miss you on the weather but you just look after  your health and getting well and we hope to see you back in your weather spot. God Bless our prayers are with you

Christine | Reply

8/21/2010 8:24:02 PM #

Miss you on the weather report and hope all goes well with your treatments. Keep up the good work and you will beat this dreadful disease. Our prayers are with you and your wife.
God Bless.
The Robinson Family from Burlington.

Shirley Robinsion | Reply

8/25/2010 10:05:02 AM #

Hi Anwar;

I laughed at your description of the tattoos, I saw them as being branded when it was done to me.  I hate tattoos!  
Keep smiling, I know it isn't easy or fair but if you'll pardon the language shit happens!  
Hope to see you back really soon, I know this disease can be beaten and life be wonderful again perhaps even more wonderful.

pam | Reply

8/26/2010 6:49:53 PM #

Hi Anwar,
Just wanted to tell you that I have been in remission for 9 years .... and counting .... from Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma.   Since completing my treatment 9 years ago, I have led a normal, healthy and all round good life.  
Best wishes to you - keep smiling.
Regards
Veronica Whie

VERONICA WHITE | Reply

8/26/2010 7:03:05 PM #

Hi Anwar,

We just knew today on TV that you've been through a difficult time. We used to watch you on TV and you are such a sympatic guy that we love to see. We just want to share to you that there is a good news in JESUS CHRIST. He is The Lord and He is the Healer. When you come to Him and receive HIM in your heart as your Lord and savior, and ask Him to heal you. Then,He'll come to you and restore you.
At last, we pray for miracles to be done in your life and you'll be healed. God bless you.

SsT

SsT | Reply

8/26/2010 10:46:36 PM #

Hi Anwar,

We just knew today on TV that you've been through a difficult time. We used to watch you on TV and you are such a sympatic guy that we love to see. We just want to share to you that there is a good news in JESUS CHRIST. He is The Lord and He is the Healer. When you come to Him and receive HIM in your heart as your Lord and savior, and ask Him to heal you. Then,He'll come to you and restore you.
At last, we pray for miracles to be done in your life and you'll be healed. God bless you.

Sure

Sure | Reply

9/5/2010 3:59:29 PM #

Hi Anwar,

You are such an inspiration to so many people, no one really knows how one feels when they are told they have cancer, it feels like a dream and you just want to wake up but then reality sets in, and suddenly your whole life changes, and the journey begins, not only for you,  your family also faces all the heartaches and saddness, they are our back bone, they keep us going you show such a positive attitute that we know you will beat this, our prayers are with you and your family GOD BLESS WE MISS YOU

Barbara Kellar-Orpin | Reply

9/21/2010 12:14:16 AM #

Hi Anwar,

I had non-Hodgkins Lymphoma and just had my final chemo treatment today.  YAY!
It's been a rough summer, but I was lucky to have a good prognosis and a strong, optimistic mind.  I am planning a fundraiser called "I Move Forward" on Monday, October 25th at the St. Lawrence Center for the Performing Arts.  We will be raising awareness and funds for artists touched by cancer.  If you get a minute, check out the website.  The response has been overwhelming and tickets are selling extremely fast.  Cancer is something that has touched everyone in some way, and though it sucks, the strength of the human spirit and the love we receive from our support systems can get us through more easily.  I am glad you are doing well.  All the best.  

Marc Kimelman

www.imoveforward.ca

Marc Kimelman | Reply

9/22/2010 9:57:08 AM #

Anwar my friend, I just heard the news of what you've been dealing with. You're really doing a great job - because you have such a tremendous attitude, and a super sense of humour.
You know we're pulling for you buddy. I'm enjoying your posts on your blog as well - well written.
Live strong! Talk to you soon.

Charlie O'Brien

Charlie O'Brien | Reply

11/18/2010 10:50:42 PM #

Anwar,
You are a brave soul, and an inspiration to everyone that is experiencing this setback in their lives.  I have read your article, and I will ask my daughter to also read it in the days to follow, as this Saturday, she also begins the "journey into the unknown".  I cannot tell you how I am terrified for her and how the anxiety is eating me alive.  I can only ask God and "my dearly Departed loved ones" to keep a watchful eye and guide us through all this.  Her pain and agony is also mine.
Tony

Tony Vario | Reply