Peggy H Posted June 22, 2003 Share Posted June 22, 2003 I haven't posted in the last week, four days after her first treatment of CPT11/Cisplatin my little sister Sally took a sudden and dramatic downturn. I took her to the Emergency Room, she was admitted and has been steadily declining since. Without going into detail about all the medical horrors of the last 10 days, Sally is expected to die at any moment. Our family will meet this afternoon to discuss hospice care. Her little girls are devastated and beyond comforting. My only consolation is that, thus far, Sally is in no pain. She has been present for discussions about her condition and prognosis, but, thankfully, doesn't remember them so she isn't frightened. I will be eternally grateful for the assistance, support, and comfort I've received from members of this board. Bless you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debaroo Posted June 22, 2003 Share Posted June 22, 2003 Oh, Peggy, I am so sorry. I know you didn't want to go into the details, but you would NOT be boring us if you did. In fact, maybe someone would be able to provide you with a little insight. If you are too tired, though, it is understandable. As for your nieces, I can't imagine how heartbreaking this is for them. I wish I could do more than offer support and prayers, I wish I could help more, somehow. But I just wanted you to know that I will be thinking about you, your sister and her little girls. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. Please keep us posted as much as you can, and don't EVER worry about going into detail or rambeling. Take care, Deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted June 22, 2003 Share Posted June 22, 2003 Dearest Peggy, I have no words, but I do know just HOW PAINFUL all this is. My heart aches for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all! ((((((((((((((((((((PEGGY))))))))))))))))))))) Warm and Gentle Hugs, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted June 22, 2003 Share Posted June 22, 2003 Peggy, how very very sad. I am so sorry for you and your family. My prayers are with you. And, yes, say what you want and need to say here. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted June 22, 2003 Share Posted June 22, 2003 Peggy, I have been wondering about your sister as I have been following your posts about her and have been impressed with her courage and perseverance (not to mention your utter devotion to her). I am a teacher like your sister and am amazed that she continued to teach for as long as she did. I pray for you - I pray for her - for her girls and your whole family. Please know that we all care about you. Blessings are needed for this family right now Lord. Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted June 22, 2003 Share Posted June 22, 2003 Prayers are with you at this difficult time.... Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol Lee S Posted June 22, 2003 Share Posted June 22, 2003 Peggy, You are in my prayers as is your sister and your entire family. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Posted June 23, 2003 Share Posted June 23, 2003 Peggy, I am so sad to hear about your sister. I know all to well how it feels. My sister is also not doing to well. I will continue to include your family in my prayers. Feel free to email me as I think our cases are very similar. Mary snilsson@pinn.net Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyS Posted June 23, 2003 Share Posted June 23, 2003 Peggy - So sorry to hear this sad news. Trust in God and love those little girls.............. Hugs and prayers, SandyS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mirrell Posted June 23, 2003 Share Posted June 23, 2003 this is devestating. thinking of you and your family and hoping for the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaMRG Posted June 23, 2003 Share Posted June 23, 2003 Prayers going up tonight for your sister. That is beautiful she has someone so devoted to her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anniemac Posted June 23, 2003 Share Posted June 23, 2003 Peggy, Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have followed you posts and you have been a devoted sister and friend. My heart is breaking for you and your neices. Annie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rayroy Posted June 23, 2003 Share Posted June 23, 2003 Peggy I hope your sister gets better. Hospice doesnt necessarily mean immediate death. My dad is a 2month hospice survivor. There still may be good days ahead for your sister. Your sister currently doesnt have pain, thats great. How about trying alternative treatments. I have tried teas, arginine, noni juice, hoxsey,spes. So far no real response, although he felt good knowing something was being done, but its worth a shot. I wish you the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karma1976 Posted June 23, 2003 Share Posted June 23, 2003 Peggy I am so so sorry!!! I feel for her girls!!!!! How old are they? If you need anything please do not hesistate!!!! Honestly PM me if you need to phone someone!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted June 23, 2003 Share Posted June 23, 2003 Peggy, I am so sorry that you and your family have to go through this. This disease truly is a monster. I hope its somewhat comforting knowing your sister is not in pain. I will pray for strength for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lenr8 Posted July 16, 2003 Share Posted July 16, 2003 sending prayers for family. I get so up set at this diseses. Any thing you need plaese ask for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted July 16, 2003 Share Posted July 16, 2003 I am very sorry for all of you, Peggy. Look, I'm not a "morbid" person, but if going into detail about what you refer to as the medical "horrors" will provide you with information you can use to put at ease your sister, or her children, or you, or anyone else who is there with your sister then please tell us. I took care of my Mother towards the end of her illness with lung cancer We learned a lot about alleviating some of the more distressing consequences of end-stage lung cancer. So please, if you think one of us might be of help you have only to ask. Once again, I am so very sorry. Fay A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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