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My insides are just turning and turning, reading this. I feel so horrible for you and your family. I will for sure say a special prayer for you and your family. Hugs Connie

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Good news Trish!!! This calls for a celebration!!!!! Hugs and Prayers Connie

Welcome back Rich--you are such a fighter!!! Good luck and take it easy. Connie

Troy, Welcome to LCSC-there is a lot of good info on this board, and a lot of very knowledgeable people here as well. Hugs and Prayers Connie

Peggy-I feel so sad for you. I don't even know what to say except-Take this time for yourself. Pamper yourself whatever that might be. Sorround yourself with loved ones and remember the good times!!! You have my hugs and prayers. Connie

I can so relate to your story-although my mom only lasted 5 months and she too did everything the Drs. recommended. It has been 2 months since I lost her, and seeing the way she was living towards the end, I knew she could not go on like that, nor would I want her to. It doesn't make the pain any easier for me, but I can accept it alot easier than my Dad's death. He died of a massive heart attack and there was no good-byes. Mom and I talked daily for years, but when she was diagnosed, our talks were a lot deeper than in the past. We talked alot about death and her feelings about everything. I thank the good lord up above for giving us those five months. I miss her daily and some times more than the day before, but that just proves to me how much I love her. I hope I never forget her unconditional love for me and my family. I hope you too can find some peace in knowing that she is in such a remarkable place and in time you will see her again. Hugs and prayers Connie

Thanks guys for the nice words. I did survive the day from hell. I did write mom a letter and I have to say it really does make one feel better. Thanks for the suggestion. Hugs and prayers Connie

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Jen-This is GREAT news!!! Enjoy each and every minute of this hurdle that your dad has jumped through. Hugs and Prayers Connie

Gail- I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family at this time of sadness! Hugs and prayers Connie

It has been 2 months ago today that I lost my mother to this horrible beast!!! I miss her soooo much that words cannot describe. We had a family reunion over the weekend (my mom's side) and I thought about not going, but they all encouraged me to attend. It was a miserable time. I was doing better before I went. People can just say and do the wrong things, sometimes I wonder if they actually intend to do them. Mom and I were best friends and talked about everything, so when it went way bad, all I could think about was I want to talk to my Mom. Then I felt like a huge baby wanting my mommy!!! Now I am no longer talking to 2 of her sisters because they were just obnoxious and saying stupid things. I let everyone know that I am seperating myself from the family for awhile, I need my space and time to heal. My SF went along, and he was the best, way better than I would ever think that he could have been. My 2 girls that are 23 and 20, miss their granny sooo much, also had a very hard weekend. It was so hard to not say anything, but of course being the peacemaker, I didn't want to start anything. So now I am feeling the effects and wondering why they did and said some of the things that they did. I understand that a couple of the uncles and aunts did say some things to the other 2 sisters, so now they are ticked off at me. How stupid!! I can just hear my mom telling me to stay away that I don't need people like that in my life. So that is what I am going to do. Sorry for the negative post, I just needed some place to vent. Some people don't understand the closeness and the bond that mom and I shared. We went and did everything together. I miss her sooooo much. Today I just need to call her and talk to her. I took the day off of work, because the pain is so much. I just want this day over!!!! Thanks for letting me vent!!! Connie

Prayers for both going up Hugs and prayers Connie

Lori, My heart breaks for you--This is such a horrible time in your life. I also found this time to be a blessing-to be able to go through this transition with a loved one. Looking back now, (it has only been 6 weeks) a lot of things were said between the two of us. That doesn't mean I miss or love her less, I just know beyond a shadow of doubt, that she is still with me, but is no longer suffering. I feel more at peace and I hope and pray that you are able to feel the same way. Take each day as it comes, sometimes it is down to the minutes, and enjoy your time. Please let me know if I can do anything from far away!!! I also have a SF who was difficult, so I totally understand. Prayers and Hugs Connie

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! Remember to enjoy every minute of today and do something that your dad would want you to do. The first of everything is sooooo very hard. Hugs and prayers Connie

Don and Lucie This is TERREFIC news!!!! You two are the best inspirations for me. Hugs Connie

Deborah My thoughts are with you and your family. I think that the radiation can help stabilize and hopefully reduce the tumor. Anything is worth a try. Please don't give up hope, faith and believing. Up till the last moment, I kept all of these. Hugs and prayers Connie

Geri- I am with ya!!! This is what I call a mini-vaca. Have fun doing whatever you want. Connie

Lilly The advice from Cindy is wonderful. This is the same combo my mom had with radiation, and she never had any trouble. She never even lost her hair. She did all the things that Cindy recommended, and we made sure that she got her rest. Keep a nice positive attitude!! Good luck and many prayers. Connie

Carleen I am sooooo sorry for your loss. My heart is extremely heavy for you!!! It is so hard in our darkest hours to find the faith that we have, but we really need to search and find it to pull ourselves through this.Please do not hesitate to ask for assistance from friends and family. A lot of times, they want to help, but just know how. My prayers are for you and your family, that you will find peace and comfort in knowing that Keith did win the battle with this horrible disease. Prayers and Hugs Connie

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Like some of the others that posted, Mom too would feel wiped out and then she would be transfused and within a couple of hours would regain some strength, it is truly amazing. What level of oxygen is he at? My mom flexuated and for quite some time, she needed none. It is very possible that he will come off of oxygen. This disease really sucks. Remember to always have faith, love and a lot of prayers. You are doing the right thing, and never feel bad about venting. I have found that through the ups and downs of this awful stuff, these people on here, have been the most supportive, they truly understand. Even at the hospital, the nurses and Drs. do not explain things as much as these people. I have gained more knowledge here, than anywhere else. I agreee that you or someone should call the Mayo and see what they have to say. Good luck Jenn. Hugs and prayers Connie

What a terrific calling. I do know the chaplain we had, was absolutely wonderful! He spoke at mom's celebration of life, and has become a friend of the family. You will really be blessed in a career. Good luck! Connie