TAnn Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 You never really know what your kids are thinking when you have cancer. My son doesn't like to talk about it, and even though I've asked, he says he "can't" come to my doctor appointments. He is 19, and as most teenagers I've felt that he cares, but his priorities are on himself, you know "It's ALL about him". He is my only child and we are very close and he takes good care of me. Imagine my surprise when he showed me his "away message" that he posts on the internet for his "buddy list". When his "buddies" click on his away message they can see what he wrote. This is from my son, Sean: You've taught me everything in life I need You are always here to comfort me Without you, what kind of man would I be You gave me guidance And showed me what I need to succeed I wish that moment in your life would never have occurred I can still see your face when the moment you heard That you've been diagnosed with that 6 letter word Still you're strong and for almost 2 years now you're holdin on I'll pray to God for the cure Because you're the world's best mom! I Love My Mommy Indulge me, it was such a sweet thing for him to do. Thanks for letting me share. TAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelb Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 That is so endearing.... Thanks for sharing with us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy P Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 TAnn - That is beautiful and touching (it brought a few tears to my eyes)...he sounds like an amazing young man. How wonderful to have a relationship like that with your son - you both are blessed. Thank you for sharing!!!! Much Love, amy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoBennett Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 Hey T Ann, I got one of those, same age too. He doesn’t know how to handle it either but it’s the subtleties that are telling. He hasn’t given me **** once since diagnosis. And that is hard for those that "It's ALL about him". It is all about them. You have a nice looking boy, mr. cool breeze. Very touching thing to read. You must be a good mother. Bo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa O Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 That is beyond beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 T-Ann, You have a really good reason to be proud. What a nice man you raised. Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathyr Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 TAnn That was beautiful! You obviously have a very special bond with your son. Thank you so much for sharing that. He loves you soooo much. Hugs, CathyR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anais Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 Very touching message, I almost cried Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimmek Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 TAnn That was beautiful, and I would have most definetly shared it with everyone I could find. You must be so proud of him. Kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 Beautiful! Speaks volumes. I know you're proud of him. When I had my 64th birthday, I asked each of my three children not to get a material gift but to write me a letter telling me what positive things they have seen in me as a dad. They did, and it blew me away. I was so touched and keep those words from each dear to my heart. I'm glad your son shared that with you, and glad that you shared it with us. It doesn't get any better than that. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 Ok, was just having a rousing conversation here in the office with my boss (who has a nine year old son) and a coworker (who has a 15 year old son) about how sons have to act like their parents, especially their moms, are so embarassing, but when it comes right down to it nothing means more to them than dear ole' mom and as much as they try to hide that, it's really obvious. Like, the 15 year was out of school today because of the snow and really wanted his Mom to stay home with him - Kim said he'd never say that around friends and of course we all laughed - but the nine year old is the same way, already, LOL. I think you, TAnn, like them, just KNOW how your son feels about you, even if he can't say it out loud - but your son is saying it in writing to his friends - what a big step! Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natalie Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 That is the most touching thing I've read in a long time. I honestly teared up. You are one amazing mom to have touched your son and inspired him like you have. Those words expressed so much more than what is written on the screen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 That is so nice TAnn...maybe there is hope for my seventeen year old...his away message is: "I'm out like a fat chicken in a dodge-ball game." Where did I go wrong? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 Ooo - that gave me goosebumps. Such a good boy. His heart is in the right place. And Ry, your son gave me quite a chuckle. Margaret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted January 20, 2005 Share Posted January 20, 2005 Tann- Kids are the greatest aren't they... just when you think they can't do anything to surprise you, THEY DO!! What sweet thoughts he has going around in that head of his!!! And Ry... My sons message is " I think pickles are cucumbers that sold out... They sold their soul to the devil and the devil is dill.." Where to these kids get this stuff???? Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justakid Posted January 21, 2005 Share Posted January 21, 2005 OK TAnn that made me cry! Very beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted January 21, 2005 Share Posted January 21, 2005 TANN Thanks for sharing this. Your son so obviously loves you dearly. elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted January 21, 2005 Share Posted January 21, 2005 Wow! I bet that just made your day, TAnn. What a kid! Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted January 21, 2005 Share Posted January 21, 2005 Thanks for sharing, I have a 23 year old that is very quiet about the cancer too and has trouble expressing it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBeth Posted January 21, 2005 Share Posted January 21, 2005 You're thanking us for letting you share???? That was an incredible story and you should be so proud, proud, proud of that son of yours! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DebsSky Posted January 21, 2005 Share Posted January 21, 2005 That is so beautiful.....wish I was so eloquent with my mother. You must be so proud!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted January 21, 2005 Share Posted January 21, 2005 This is so adorable, you must be the happiest Mom right now Tann, and rightly so! Paddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted January 21, 2005 Share Posted January 21, 2005 Tann, It must have something to do with the name. I am also very proud of my son Sean. He is a little older and not nearly as eloquent as your Sean but mine is the father of 4. Last Sunday he told his 3 year old Erin (youngest and only daughter) that Meme (that's me) was coming up for the day. Erin, the bright and charming little girl, said "Oh Meme, she is so pretty". Yep I called the lawyer right away and changed the will. Children, especially teens, don't quite know how to tell us they love us. What a gift when they do. Hug him like crazy and give him a million lawn mower kisses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted January 21, 2005 Share Posted January 21, 2005 That is just one wonderful young man. You must be a pretty special Mom, TAnn! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randired Posted January 21, 2005 Share Posted January 21, 2005 That is beautiful. Its amazing what is in men's minds when they dont talk all that much. My husband is one of those who only talks when he needs to. He spills his heart out in written words. Your son seems like a very precious person. He loves you very much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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