jendew Posted August 7, 2006 Share Posted August 7, 2006 My father is now officially on hospice. He will still take the Tarceva. We will start him on that in the next few days, but he is mostly paralyzed now. They also suspect he has congestive heart failure. He woke up yesterday morning not being able to breathe and gurgling. We spent the day at the ER with that. Tomorrow they will do a 3-D echocardiogram. The tumor is growing out of control. It is so hard to know how to help my parents deal with this. I hate seeing my parents cry. We're still praying for a miracle. I just don't want my Daddy to die. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted August 7, 2006 Share Posted August 7, 2006 Oh, Jen...I am so sorry your dad isn't doing well. Please know you all are in my prayers. I hope that hospice will be a source of comfort for your dad and all of you, as well. Be gentle with yourself, Jen Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted August 7, 2006 Share Posted August 7, 2006 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jduenges Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 I am sorry. I know how horrible you feel, take one day at a time. My thoughts are with you. Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 (((((Jen))))))) It is just so very hard. If you need an ear, please PM me. If you need a 'real time ear' I'll send you my phone number. Take care of you, and spend as much time with your Daddy as you can. Cherish every moment that he is able to give you. The really "dad-like" moments will eventually taper off and you'll need a treasure-store to keep you going. Praying for you all. Val Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 I am so sorry Jen. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastCoastLadi Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 (((Jen))) Please know we are here for you, my prayers go out to your dad. Grace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 Prayers for you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 Jen, I have no words that can help. Just sending prayers, prayers and more prayers. I am so sorry this is happening. You are all in my thoughts, Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 I just want to add that I am praying for you all as well. I can't imagine how hard this is on you. You love your parents so much. Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie22 Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 Jen, My heart is breaking...I pray for you and your family to have comfort peace at this time. You can PM me also if you need an ear!!! Hugs and Prayers Connie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 Jen,sorry to here this.Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindy0519 Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 "jendew"] I hate seeing my parents cry. We're still praying for a miracle. I just don't want my Daddy to die. Oh boy does this make my heart ache and the tears flow! I very easily could have written these very words myself less than 8 weeks ago - especially the "I just don't want my Daddy to die"! I am SO very sorry Jen that you have found this heartache. Indeed it is VERY VERY hard to see our parents suffer and cry. In fact I think it is one of the hardest things I have ever had to do!! I pray that hospice will be able to bring some strength, comfort and peace into this emotional situation for your family! This is such a hard, hard journey but each and every moment will eventually hold so mean meaning and treasure (even the painful ones believe it or not). I too will pray for a miracle for your family and strength for you Jen! Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 One day at a time , Jen. God be with you and your family. Love and Prayers, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 Oh Jen, I am so, so sorry to read your post. Please know I am sending my prayers, hugs, and thoughts. I ask that God watch out for you during this difficult time, and that he gives both your dad and you his peace. Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MalouDP Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 Jen: Prayers for you and your family for strength and comfort. Hang in there. Love and blessings Malou Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 Jen-- I'm so so very sorry. Having just been down this road last week with my father, I do know what a hard journey it is to take. I do hope that your father has a peaceful and easy journey. Some do. I send prayers to you and your family for the strength to see your Dad along this road. (((Jen)) gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littlegirl Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 Oh Jen - I am SO sorry you are going through such a difficult time. I hope hospice brings your father and your family some much needed peace at this time. Hang in there! Your in my prayers. Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda661 Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 Jen: I am so sorry to read this news. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 Jen, So terribly sorry. May God bless you and yours during this difficult time. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 Oh Jen. I am so sorry this is happening. I wish it weren't so... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 My prayers are with you and your family. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 I am so sorry Jen. Sending prayers your way for strength to help you get through these difficult times. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplemom Posted August 8, 2006 Share Posted August 8, 2006 So very sorry for what you are going through. Prayers for you, your dad and your family. Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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