kimblanchard Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 Hi Everyone, It has been some time since I last posted an update although I update my profile. My mom, diagnosed with SCLC in Jan of '04 continues to do well. Despite some lower back pain which keeps looking like garden variety arthritis, all scans and test seem to point to continued remission. I am grateful for every day, every minute, every funny conversation with my mom on the phone, every cup of coffee shared together...It was almost if I posted her good fortune, it would end. I think we all become somewhat afraid of jinxing things if they go well. And not to mention my vicarious survivor's guilt. My mother has been given extra time while others face battles that would make the most stoic waiver. I hold each of you in my heart and pray that we all are given the strength to face each day. I think I am also posting to give people hope. My mom looks better than when she began this journey and continues to have tremendous faith in God, and her doctors. Would she like to be 70 again, sure! But she is playing the hand she was dealt with amazing good humor and patience. So to all, take heart, if she can do it, so can you. Love to all- Nancy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 Nancy, congrats to your mom who is very close to being a 2-year survivor! Have a great Christmas. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 Nancy, It is good to hear from you and especially to know that your Mom continues to do well. We appreciate when others share their good news with us, but understand why folks sometimes choose to keep things close to the vest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 This is wonderful, Nancy! Thank you for the great update. Best, Pat and Brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerbil runner Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 I'm very, very happy for you and your family. Thanks for sharing your good news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 Thanks so much for your upbeat post. God bless Mom, what a fighter. She's in her 80's, I'm 52. She's so lucky. Merry Christmas and a great 2006!!!!! I'll be there right along with her. Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 I am very happy for both you and your mother. She is doing really well. Enjoy each other. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted December 10, 2005 Share Posted December 10, 2005 Hi Nancy, Thanks for updating the good news about your mom. You all have a great holiday, you certainly have alot to be thankful for. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslie221 Posted December 10, 2005 Share Posted December 10, 2005 Nancy, Thanks for that lovely and uplifting post. I am so glad your mom has done well! No jinx in enjoying every moment of it! You wanted to give hope to others and you did! Leslie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunny Posted December 11, 2005 Share Posted December 11, 2005 thanks for such a great update, it does give me hope! keep up the great work, mom!! enjoy the holidays. xoxo amie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted December 12, 2005 Share Posted December 12, 2005 Glad to hear that Nancy for the both of you. Have a happy and safe holiday season. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted December 12, 2005 Share Posted December 12, 2005 Nancy, wonderful news. We have 5 and 6 yr survivors of SCLC in our local support group who are still NED. I pray your Mom also enjoys lots of time of good health and good humor. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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