flwrjunke Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Hi Everyone, My Mom was dx in October of 2004. She went thru 6 rounds of chemo, 3 days each, and was unable to do radiation due to previous radiation after breast cancer surgery in 2000. Her last round of chemo was 3/18/05. On 8/15/05, two weeks ago yesterday she played her last round of golf. She had been playing 3 times a week. On 8/16/05 we had oxegon brought into the house and on the 8/19/05 we took her to the ER. She was having trouble breathing due to a pleural effusion. They drained 2 liters from her left lung, gave her antibotics and an anti-inflamitory. We brought her home on the 20th and bought in a caregiver the next day. Last Friday we called Hospice. The Doctors said it wouldn't be long and we are spending as much time with her as possible. Her left arm swelled up last week and now I notice her right foot it swollen also. Hospice gave us a book about dying. It talks about detachment from this world and the signs and symptoms of dying. It's all so much to take in. Please keep our family in your prayers. Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDianneB Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 You are all absolutely in my prayers. Hospice is a good thing, believe it or not. We all have to face death at one time or another, and a good hospice team can really help not only the patient, but the family through this transition. God bless you all through this difficult time. Di Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 We have your family firmly in prayer. Brian and Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Oh I am sorry... You are absolutely in my prayers... this is such a hard time, nothing really makes it easier except to spend as much time with your loved one as you possibly can.... God Bless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melindasue37 Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Sending prayers to carry you and your family through this difficult time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pammie Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 So sorry to hear your mom is not doing well. Will be keeping her and the whole family in our prayers. pammie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Many, many prayers for your Mother and your whole family to see you through this difficult time. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Keeping you and your family in my prayers. Hospice is a really great organization to have by your side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flwrjunke Posted August 30, 2005 Author Share Posted August 30, 2005 Thank you all so much for your kind words. I know all of you are struggling also, so please know you are in my prayers too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Prayers lifting you all up. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DebsSky Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Many prayers for you all. Deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilliBr1 Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 I am so sorry your family is in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunny Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 I'm so sorry to hear this news. I am praying for you and your family, as well. xoxo amie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Posted August 31, 2005 Share Posted August 31, 2005 Truly sorry for what you are about to all face,but it sound's like your Mother was enjoying her life untill now this. I know we all must cross that threshold someday but darn it's hard to watch a loved one suffer.May GOD bless all of you.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy RN Posted August 31, 2005 Share Posted August 31, 2005 Spend as much time as possible with her now. Prayers with you. Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted August 31, 2005 Share Posted August 31, 2005 Prayers being sent to you and your mom. gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslie221 Posted August 31, 2005 Share Posted August 31, 2005 Sending caring thoughts and strength your way. Leslie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
francesbean Posted August 31, 2005 Share Posted August 31, 2005 Prayers for you and your mom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kel M Posted August 31, 2005 Share Posted August 31, 2005 My thoughts and prayers are with your Mom, you and your family during this difficult time. Kel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan Posted August 31, 2005 Share Posted August 31, 2005 You and your family are in my prayers at this difficult time- I am sure that you will find hospice to be wonderful support-as I recently did- they are there for all of you so if you find you are having a difficult time with anything-emotions, family dynamics...anything- they can help you through this trying time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jang Posted September 1, 2005 Share Posted September 1, 2005 Praying for you and your family.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted September 1, 2005 Share Posted September 1, 2005 So sorry about your mom. I am glad that hospice is there to help. They are wonderful. I did read that book and it did help me with my friend who passed from LC in July. Spend as much time with her and let her know how much you love her. Keep us posted and please know that we are here if you need us. Prayers sent out to your mom for comfort and peace and you for strength. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaffie Posted September 1, 2005 Share Posted September 1, 2005 I'm so sorry your mother is not doing well. The book Hospice gave you is a very good book, it will help you understand some of the things your mother does. kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted September 3, 2005 Share Posted September 3, 2005 Prayers for your mom and your family. Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted September 6, 2005 Share Posted September 6, 2005 So very sorry. Prayers coming for the best in decision-making and ease during this tragic time. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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