Heather M. Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 It's been a while since i've posted. Life has been extremely crazy. We found out in July that we are expecting our fourth child and recently found out that it's a boy. That will even out our tribe (two boys and two girls). Anyway, no good news today. A week ago, my mom woke up confused and unable to put her words together. At the hospital they discovered 5 new brain mets. She met with her radiation oncologist and he said the words i've been dreading for 14 months-- "I'm sorry, but there's nothing else we can do." So, we called hospice on Friday and we are dealing with the reality that my mom is dying. She is in and out of coherency and only gets out of bed to use her bed side commode. And then only with assistance. The last count, she had 11 tumors visible thru her skin. I can only imagine how many she has inside. Please pray for my mom. So far her pain level has been managable. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 Heather, I am so sorry to hear the news about your mom. She has faught one heck of a battle. Hospice is wonderful and they should manage her pain level. I pray for peace for her. It is so tough to lose your mom. But with what she has, she is going to s better place and feeling pain free. She will always be with you and she will always be near you during your special times. Plus she will be smiling down on all those special times that her grandchilden will have. Congrats!! on your up and coming birth of you 4th child. You certainly have a beautiful family. Peace be with you, Hand in there. We are always here for you. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berisa Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 Heather, I am so sorry for your mother. I hope the pain management would be controlled well continuously. I know how sad it is for you to see your mom declining but please treasure each moment you get no matter what's / will be happening. My prayers are specially with you and mom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 Heather, I am so very sorry to hear that you mom is not doing well. However, it is a blessing that her pain level in manageable and she is not in pain. I know how hard it is when you make that call to Hospice. Inside you feel so hopeless and helpless. Please remember that I am keeping you and your mom in my thoughts and prayers. This is a very difficult time for you right now. Please take very good care of yourself and that precious little guy that's growing inside you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 Prayers for you family being lifted up, Heather. Pat and Brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilliBr1 Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 Heather so sorry to read this I know how hard it is to lose your mom. I will keep all of you in my prayers. . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kel M Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 Prayers for you and your family, Heather. Special prayers for your Mom as she makes this courageous journey. Kel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 Prayers for all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan Posted November 10, 2005 Share Posted November 10, 2005 Heather, So sorry to hear about your mom. I know that this is a very trying time for you- be sure to take care of yourself too. Prayers to you and your mom sweetie- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted November 10, 2005 Share Posted November 10, 2005 Heather, I am so so sorry about your mom. It is such a difficult time when you are told "there is nothing else we can do".... I know it feels like the floor has fallen out from under you. These next few weeks will be the most challenging and I am praying for your strength and peace and comfort for your Mom... Your unborn son will have his very own guardian angel... she will never be far from you. Love, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melindasue37 Posted November 10, 2005 Share Posted November 10, 2005 Heather, I'm so sorry that you heard those dreaded words. I am praying that your Mom will continue to be comfortable. I am praying that you and your famly will find strength to carry each other through. Please rely on us here too. I remember how pregnancy was...the ups and downs emotionally. We are here for you. Hugs, Melinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorja Posted November 12, 2005 Share Posted November 12, 2005 Heather, I am so sorry about your mom. I hope they can manage her pain. I will keep your mom in my prayers. love, jorja Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted November 12, 2005 Share Posted November 12, 2005 What you've written is a stark reminder of what my Mother experienced. I am so sorry, Heather. You and your Mother have my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted November 12, 2005 Share Posted November 12, 2005 Heather , I just want you to know I your mom and your family are in my prayers. Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jang Posted November 12, 2005 Share Posted November 12, 2005 Heather, I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. You are both in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted November 12, 2005 Share Posted November 12, 2005 Heather So sorry to hear about your mom. It's so very hard to watch your loved ones go through this. I'm so glad her pain is manageable though. Your family is in my prayers. gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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