faith2000 Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Hello, My name is Terra(32), and my mom(54) was dx in August with NSCLC while I was on vacation in Hilton Head. I could not believe I was here and she was there. See I am one of those kids that the parents had to kickout because they wouldn't leave. She is my BEST friend! I love her so much. I will NOT lose her to this horrible beast. It took my grandma and my grandpa (on my dad’s side). I can’t let it take my mom! Cancer Sucks! So anyway, I rush home ASAP. My stepdad was on his annual fishing trip and my sister couldn't reach him on the cell. It was horrible! The oncologist told my mom at 6:00am in the morning, by herself, that she had cancer and had a couple of years. And left by 6:03am. I could not believe it. I wanted to give him a piece of my mind and I should have. Jerk! Who does he think he is? God? So needless to say, we found a new doctor. And he is such a GOD sent! He spent ONE hour with her at the hospital answering all of her questions. He is still honest about the cancer. But gives my mom the hope and courage to fight and hopefully kill this horrible beast! :+) He said that he was one of those doctors that don't give up till he finds something that works! What an answer to prayer!! You gotta love doctors like him. Doctors that care. But I thought it was time for me to stop lurking (since August, sorry) and introduce myself and say thank you! You all are such a blessing to me. And a GREAT group of people. I hope I can be the same. Thank you, Terra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Welcome to the club. Noone wants to be here, but there are a lot of nice folks here. So we can all walk together for a while. Your family is in our prayers. Welcome, again. Curtis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Terra, I am sorry you have to be here, but post as you need to vent or ask questions. We hope to see you often in the Good News forum. Welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haylee_38 Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Welcome Terra, I am sorry you have to be here but, glad you found this site. Good to hear you found a great doctor it does help. I will keep you and mom in my prayers. p.s. just noticed the photo of your family at kings island and realized we are neighbors I am in Dayton. Haylee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Finding a doctor that will fight for you is half the battle won! I am so glad that you quit lurking and joined in. Welcome. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeTaa Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Welcome! Glad you finally came out of lurkdom! Sounds like y'all have a good handle on things - what a blessing for your Mom to have you and a compassionate doctor in her corner. Your family is beautiful, and I'm glad we've added another little "Faith" to our cyber-family. Praying for us all, TeeTaa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Sounds like you have her hip all covered, you say she got it replaced. An Ortho doc would not be real up on lung cancer treatment, glad you got a great Onc Doc. Welcome, keep us posted now on how Mom is doing. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Terra,Welcome to our support family.You will find lots of knowing and caring people here.Sorry your mom had to be confronted by that first insensitive idiot (like so many others of us were),but very glad you found a dr. your comfortable with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Hi, Terra, and welcome. Sorry about your mom. Glad she has a better onc now -- she deserves the best. My wife was given 9 months and is now 2 years out, so no one can really tell you how much time you have. Keep the faith and hold onto the hope. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Terra, Welcome to the best group. Glad you found a fighting doctor, that the answer for the battle against cancer. Will follow your post. Good luck and hope to see all good news. J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justakid Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Welcome Terra- Glad you decided to come forward and glad you found an awesome Doc! Good luck to you and keep us posted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Terra - glad she fired the awful doc and got a good one. That is a great first step! And welcome from name similar folks here - my name is Karen and my daughter's name is Faith! So, I'm Karen but closer in age to your mother named Karen but I have a daughter named Faith almost the same age as your daughter named Faith . . . ok, never mind. Just being wacky here. Sorry you have to be here, but glad you've been lurking and decided to stay. We will get you all through this! God Bless, Karen C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Hi, I am kinda new here too, but since I am here, I am a part of the group and want to extend a warm welcome to you and to your family. Best wishes for your miracle...they do happen! Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellakc2 Posted October 26, 2004 Share Posted October 26, 2004 Welcome Terra, Good luck to you and yours. Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBeth Posted October 28, 2004 Share Posted October 28, 2004 Hi Terra and Welcome from a fellow Cincinnatian...Go Reds, Go Bengals! I love your attitude and your family will draw much strength from you. Please keep us posted on her (your) progress! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faith2000 Posted October 28, 2004 Author Share Posted October 28, 2004 Thank you all for all the kind words! GO BENGALS!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa O Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Welcome to the group! We are all in various stages of our travels on this path -- which has been so helpful to me. I hope this group brings you as much comfort as it has brought to me. Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa O Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Welcome to the group! We are all in various stages of our travels on this path -- which has been so helpful to me. I hope this group brings you as much comfort as it has brought to me. Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Welcome, Terra-- Keep us posted on how your mom is doing... XOXOXOXOX Prayers always, MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdaru Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Welcome to the boards. Me and my Dad are also just starting out, they're a wonderful source of information and support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaffie Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 Welcome Terra, Prayers and thoughts heading your way. Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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