pewjumper Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 So, if it's ok, I'd like to recount where I was one year ago. On Thanksgiving Day, Mom had just been moved from ICU to the floor after having her upper right lobe removed as well as a wedge resection. We'd been at the hospital for days. I was exhausted and more scared than I'd ever been. On Thanksgiving morning, with my mom in the hospital and so very sick, I tried my best to cook some sort of Thanksgiving dinner to take to her and to have for my brothers. I caught the stove on fire and freaked out. I put the fire out, turned everything off and sat down on the couch and cried myself to sleep, terrified that I was about to lose my mommy (yes grown men can say mommy). I thought about all the wonderful things she did and how my failure in fixing dinner just showed how much I couldn't live without her. I remember sobbing so hard that my face was sore for days. I did this all too often a year ago. It was the most awful thing I've ever experienced - and not many know that pain and fear. But you all do. But today. <-- tears of joy. Today we plan on sitting down and deciding what we want for Thanksgiving, then going to the store to buy the stuff, and tomorrow we will start baking and getting ready for the awesome dinner she'll be here to cook for us on Thursday. And that's great, but it's not the full reason I'm smiling. The real reason is that this morning, she left work to go to her oncologist, and he not only told her there's no sign of any cancer, he also told her he's confident that she should have the port taken out now. He's having his office call to schedule the procedure. She's having her port taken out! I could've just came in here and told you that she's having her port taken out and you'd been no less happy for us; but I have to share with someone who knows. The pain I felt last year versus the joy I feel this year. I realize we're not all people of faith, but I can not pass up the opportunity to say that I'm grateful to the Lord. I can't express my gratitude enough to Him for His blessings. I'm overwhelmed with gratitude this Thanksgiving - and I owe so much to the people on this forum. What inspiration and help I've found here. Thank you, for being here for us. And for those who have lost, my heart breaks for you and I think of you so often. May you all have a blessed holiday season. You are in my prayers at all times. This I recall to my mind, therefore I have hope. It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning: Great is thy faithfulness. Mitchell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 Giving thanks indeed Mitchell! Also smiling from ear to ear on the GREAT news for Mom! Debi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recce101 Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 Hey, Mitchell, that's wonderful news -- have a great Thanksgiving! Aloha, Ned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 Sooo Happy about to start cryin for both of ya'll!!!!!!!!!!!! YEAH KATHY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvmydad Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 You definately have much to be grateful for this THANKSgiving!! God is GOOD!!! Thanks for sharing your story with us, it gives all of us so much hope. Have a blessed holiday. Teresa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 I'm smiling with you, Mitchell. Be sure to let your mom know how happy I am to hear her latest good news. Happy Thanksgiving to your whole family along with prayers for your uncle. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bev'sSister Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 That is great news! I am very happy for you and your family. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving Dinner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 I'm crying and it's all your fault, Mitchell. Such a beautiful story and such wonderful news to read on this day. Praise the Lord and Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley (MLC) Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 I'm so happy for you, your mom and your entire family. What a difference a year can make. Your mom has certainly been through a lot, but has definitely come out on top. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. Shelley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Tom K Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 Thank you for sharing. You are right, I think only people who have been through something like this can fully understand the depth of the fear and the joy of each milestone in this battle. Give you Mom lots of hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 Fantastic! Have a wonderful and Blessed Thanksgiving. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted November 21, 2007 Share Posted November 21, 2007 I remember when you first joined us and those feelings you were having. You were so scared and felt so alone. You found us and we helped your through this by giving you support, hope and prayers. What a difference a year makes! I am so thrilled for how everything turned out. This should help others know that this monster can be put to rest. I know this will be the best thanksgiving ever as you never thought your "mommy" would be making the turkey this year. Have a wonderful day!! Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pewjumper Posted November 22, 2007 Author Share Posted November 22, 2007 Thank you all so very much. I'm humbled and so very appreciative this morning. Happy Thanksgiving to you all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 What an incredible story... how 12 months can change things so incredibly. Enjoy this Thanksgiving and all that it means.... I am so happy for your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 Mitchell and Kathy. HAPPY THANKSGIVING. And congrats on the wonderful, wonderful news. Love and hugs and continue blessings to you both, Christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TracyD Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 Mitchell, what wonderful news for you and your family!!! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. Tracy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe B Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 Mitchell, This is a wonderful post ! I am very happy for you and yours! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
francesbean Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 That's beautiful! Happy thanksgiving to you and everyone here at the boards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Freekin AWESOME! I'm SO happy to read this great milestone/update! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Great news Michael! Thankfulness is indeed an appropriate response. You got the miracle--Woo Hoo! Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lc46 Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 This is certainly the right place...you don't need to explain. Our prayer again this year was just like last @ Dinner my daugher and neice both 5-said how happy we were to have "our Grammy" here with us again this year. How things change - what we are thankful for. I am so glad your Mom is doing well. Take care of yourself. Dar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Thank you for sharing part of your life with us, FAITH sure did play a part in turning a burned meal into a feast even if it took a year. So glad your Mom is doing well and that you both can smile at life again. Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mendy Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 What a great story Mitchell! I can just imagine how overwhelmed you were last year and I remember how scared. I am so happy for you that your mom is doing so great! Mendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Mitchell....I am so very happy that this Thanksgiving will be such a very special day for you and Kathy!!! It's stories like yours that offer so much hope and inspiration to others!!! After reading your post, all I can say is "AMEN" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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