reposted updateon Joanie55

[DanaBrooke]

My mom is very weak and can't swallow. She can no longer eat any foods or even water. Since her body is not digesting it. She is hooked up to an iv. She is really not responding but sometimes she will struggle and say I love you to us. The nurse came today and said the time is near. I really don't know what to write or how to express my feelings right now.. Just wanted to update you all and thank you for everything.

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[ztweb]

OH I am so sorry. I hate this disease. Please know you have my prayers.

Jen

[trish2418]

I'm so sorry to read this, Dana. Joanie is a very special lady to all of us. I'm sending prayers for all of you.

Trish

[Treebywater]

I am just devestated for you, Dana, and also for us. Your Mom is such a special, special lady. Let her know we are surrounding her with love and prayers.

[Kasey]

You are a remarkable daughter, Dana! What you have done these past few months is nothing short of inspirational. My hope is that Joan will remain comfortable and pain free and that you and Dad receive the strength to see you through this time.

Many many hugs to (((((you and Mom......Dad too))))).

Love,

Kasey

[fillise]

Dana,

I'm sending prayers for peace for you and for Joanie as you struggle with this stage of the disease.

Susan

[dadstimeon]

Dana, Very sorry to hear about Joanie, prayers for the both of you. Rich

[hockeyma]

Sorry to hear the news. The most important thing right now for you is to hang tight and be strong. Spend as much time as you can with your mother.

All the best, Heather

[melindasue37]

Dana,

I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom.

This stage is so painful. It is comforting to know she is surrounded by so much love...

Praying for strength for your Mom and family.

Warm Hugs,

Melinda

[Geri]

So sorry to hear that Joanie is not doing well, I hope that the rest of her journey is peaceful and comfortable.

Thinking of you all.

Geri

[alexan]

Oh Dana, I am so sorry. I will pray really hard for all of you.

A big hug bucky

[dchurchi]

I am in tears reading about your Mom.

Please know that Alan and I are saying many prayers.

[ginnyde]

Dana, this just makes me so sad, so very sad. Your Mother has fought so hard. Please give her hand a little squeeze for me. She is a classy lady.

[Nick C]

I hate this...it isn't fair.

Dana hang in there. I know everything is a struggle for Mom, but let her know SO MANY people here think of her and pray for her.

[Tami]

Dana,

Give her a hug from all of us...

Tami

[ErinC1973]

Oh, Joanie.

Dana, you are such a wonderful daughter. I am so sorry you have to go through this. I'm sorry for all of us.

[carolhg]

I am so very sorry for what you all are going through. Your mother has always been such a positive person on this board. I hate that this is happening. I am so so sorry.

Carol

[Jyoung20]

I'm so sorry Dana...

[ma's kid]

Dearest Dana,

I am so sorry to read this. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.

Your mom is so loved by everyone here.

Hugs Dana and take care of you, too.

Libby

[Shar]

Thinking of you and your family Dana.

Hang in there,

Sharon

[daggiesmom]

Dana,

((())) and prayers for your Mom. God Bless her and your family.

Joanie

[Bev'sSister]

I am sorry this is happening to your family right now. This is very hard. I know your Mom appreciates all that you are doing. I pray that she has a peaceful journey.

[ernrol]

Dana,

Praying for you and your mom.

Stay positive,

Ernie

[Don M]

I am sorry it has come to this. you all have my prayers.

Don M

[MEA]

Dana,

Keeping your Mom, you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Mary