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    My mom's tumor has shrunk in half!

    in CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER

    Posted

    Wow, that is really GREAT news!

    It sounds to me like your Mom is on the right track.

    I think you should definately get your hopes up...and celebrate...and let your Mom know how proud of her you are.

    After we found the right chemo combination, my Mom had 50% reduction too.

    It took two more treatments and we now have NED.

    As you mentioned, it is so much of a roller coaster ride and you have to live for those good reports and enjoy the news!!!

    I'm really happy for you both. :D

    Guilt

    in GRIEF

    Posted

    Beth,

    Your Dad would never want you to feel guilty. You reacted exactly the way I would have. We are never ready to let our parents go...and as you said, your Dad waited for your husband to arrive so that you would have someone with you. I think that going to see a therapist is a wonderful idea. You have to get all of your feelings of guilt out and begin to heal.

    I'm praying that each new day will bring a little more comfort to you.

    Please let us know how you're doing.

    I found this poem and wanted to share it with you.

    Cry your tears of sorrow,

    Then lay your tears aside;

    Don't weep for me forever,

    Nor in your sorrow hide.

    For I am more alive today,

    Than I ever was before;

    I am just one heartbeat from you,

    On the other side of the door.

    To a new life full and free;

    Because of Christ,

    I've run the race,

    And now have victory.

    So don't stand there and weep for me,

    My battle now is won;

    Pick up your helmet, sword and shield,

    You have a race to run.

    Allison Chambers Coxsey

    ©1996 ~ All Rights Reserved

    Good thoughts needed

    in HOPE

    Posted

    Geri,

    I'm so sorry to this news about your husband.

    I really hope that your doctor appointment will bring good news and you'll get this knocked out before it ever knew what hit it!!!!

    Good luck with the phone call to your daughter tonight too.

    I'll be thinking of you.

    Warm Hugs,

    Melinda

    How My Day is Going /OT

    in JUST FOR FUN

    Posted

    Oh Ann......I hope the morning has been getting better for you.

    I bet when you look in those puppy eyes he ALMOST makes you forget about all he has chewed up. :D

    Just remember....they are only in the puppy stage for so long.

    Wish I could say the same for your boss :D

    Introduction

    in INTRODUCE YOURSELF!

    Posted

    Welcome to our group Barbara.

    I hope your appointment today provides you with answers and a little direction so that you can enjoy your sons wedding that is coming up so soon.

    Praying for you.

    Warm Hugs,

    Melinda

    Mom recently diagnosed w/ Stage 4 SCLC - SCARED

    in CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER

    Posted

    All of your thoughts and feelings are so new, so fresh, and it hurts to think about your Mom having lung cancer. I know how you feel. I remember feeling that it was almost like a death. You just can't get the thoughts out of your mind. They are constantly there and because of the unknown, it just makes things so much harder. Just as in the grieving process, just give yourself a little time to adjust. You'll begin to experience your new "normal." You'll begin to feel like your self again and it won't be as overwhelming as it now. There will be a time that you'll begin to smile without feeling guilty. I promise.

    You are doing all you should right now. Just continue to be there for your Mom. Share the stories of all the people here who have beat the odds. Keep her believing that she too can beat it. You need to take good care of yourself too and continue to come here for support. I will pray that you'll begin to more like yourself very soon.

    Warm Hugs,

    Melinda

    Thanks for giving me the courage!!!

    in CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER

    Posted

    Lori,

    It is so nice to read this post!!!

    You deserve to get a call like that from your stepdad. YOU are only trying to do what you think is best for your Mom. What a great daughter you are.

    I'm praying that everything will begin to fall into place for you and your family and that your Mom will know today, after you talk to her, that things clearly ARE looking up.

    Congrats to you. What a huge relief huh?!!!

    Warm Hugs,

    Melinda

    PS. Good luck on your new home bid! It sounds perfect. :D

    Getting to Know You - March 21

    in JUST FOR FUN

    Posted

    I was born in Peoria, Illinois.

    My Mom wasn't expecting twins at the time.

    She went to the hospital with ONE of everything including a name. My sister, Michelle, arrived two minutes later and has been a hellion every since!! :D

    It is just amazing that now you not only know how many children to expect. But, you can even find out the sex of your child. What a way to ruin a wonderful surprise huh???

    Intruducing myself

    in INTRODUCE YOURSELF!

    Posted

    Welcome Gracie,

    I am glad you found us. When you have questions or need advice there is usually someone that has either been through it or knows enough to head you in the right direction.

    Thinking of you today and hoping that you can get answers and a treatment plan in place at your doctor visit.

    Melinda

    Update on Ken

    in GENERAL

    Posted

    Karen,

    I'm so sorry....

    It is so nice to know that you have a good support system. Stay strong and remember we are all praying so hard for you and Ken.

    Warm Hugs,

    Melinda

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