jean44 Posted October 10, 2008 Share Posted October 10, 2008 I joined this site when my Dad was diagnosed with NSCLC IV. He passed away a year after diagnosis. He was 67 years old. That was Oct. 14, 2003. On Sept. 26, 2008 my 52 year old husband was diagnosed with NSCLC IV. We have been married 28 years. He started Taxotere and Carboplatin chemo yesterday and will begin 35 rounds of radiation on Monday. Needless to say, devestated doesn't begin to cover my feelings. I feel like a little of me is dying each day. He is staying positive and says he will beat this. He knows there is no cure but also has a great determination and a strong belief in God AND miracles. Please keep my husband Thom in your prayers as I continue to do for all on this board. Heartbroken, Jean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandraL Posted October 10, 2008 Share Posted October 10, 2008 Hi Jean. I am so sorry to hear about your husband and I understand your devastation. Having to go through this again for you is simply not fair. None of this is fari. I will of course keep you both in my prayers. Sandra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted October 10, 2008 Share Posted October 10, 2008 Oh Jean, my heart broke right along with yours just by reading your words. You and your husband will be in our thoughts and prayers and I hope you can feel all the positive energy I'm sending your way. This causes me to ask the same question I've asked so many times before ~ Who wrote the book on fair? I'm so sorry. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caren Posted October 11, 2008 Share Posted October 11, 2008 Oh Jean (((HUGS))) I am so sorry to hear your news. I will keep you and your husband in my thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted October 11, 2008 Share Posted October 11, 2008 (((Jean))), Your post really touches my heart and you are certainly in a place where people understand. You are also in a place where people hang on to hope. I lost a husband to lung cancer and now my mom has it. She is stage IIIB . Hers is operable for the second time and she will have surgery the end of this month. Remember every person is different , as is every case of lung cancer. There are no two cases alike because there are no two humans with the same genetic makeup or where cancer has grown in exactly the same place, size etc. i will keep you and your husband in my prayers as he goes through his treatment . Just remember that whether this treatment is or isn't the silver bullet, there is ongoing research and new treatments coming out all the time. What may be considered not curable today may very well be in the very near future. God Bless, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted October 11, 2008 Share Posted October 11, 2008 Jean I am SO sorry you are back on this roller coaster ride again. Please know that you and Thom are in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be there. Keep us posted.... Warm hugs Christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted October 12, 2008 Share Posted October 12, 2008 Jean- I am so sorry. You are right-- devastated doesn't begin to describe where you are right now. Just know that there are many of us here that understand and will help you and your husband. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted October 12, 2008 Share Posted October 12, 2008 I hate that you have had to come back to the site! Definetly not fair!! You are both in my prayers. There are other survivors here that are beating the odds with this stupid disease. I am 4.5 yr survivor of adeno and have been stage IV for 2yr 9 mo. 2 of the drugs I am currently taking have only been on the market since I was diagnosed - and they are working miracles for me. Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jean44 Posted October 14, 2008 Author Share Posted October 14, 2008 Thank you all for your responses, kind words and prayers. Thom had his first chemo last Thursday and his first radiation yesterday. So far, so good. His attitude is so positive, he says he will beat this and I HAVE TO believe him. Sue, thanks so much for your response. The last line really hit home and you are so right. We are hopeful and plan to stay that way. Five years ago today I lost my Dad to lung cancer and I refuse to let cancer take my husband as well. So, we have on our fighting gloves and will battle the beast. I pray that we win. Thanks again, Jean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Jean--I'm so sorry to hear about your DH's Dx. There is a lot they can do for him and much he can do for himself. I know you have been through this before, but if you have questions--don't hesititate to ask. Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Jean, I am sure this is a shock to you... having been down the road once already, I am sure it makes this second time even harder. Please know you are in my prayers... Love, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley (MLC) Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Hi Jean, I am so sorry to hear that you and your husband are dealing with this horrible disease. I wish him the best with his treatment. Fight the monster! It doesn't have to win! Shelley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda74 Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 Dear Jean I am so sorry you must deal with this yet again.....this is my first time with this disease, although have had fatal heart attacks, pancreatic cancer and alzheimers to deal with in the family. Know that you and your husband are being prayed for by us on this board. I think it is a positive that your husband has such a good attitude. I wish I could get mine to have some hope, but it is difficult as we are back in the hospital yet again....still I read about the miracles on this board and it gives one hope and we have to all pass that one. Keep fighting and stay strong. I know that it is so hard on the spouse....but even harder on the one we love. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrahDawg Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 I am very sorry to hear of your news and having to go down this road again. It sounds like your husband has a great attitude in taking on this disease. I am a 3 1/2 year survivor and I believe attitude does play a big role in our survival. Tell Tom to keep kicking butt! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gail Redmond Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 I just joined this board but have found so much support already and I would like to extend my heartfelt concern for your husband and I will add him to my prayer list. He sould like a wonderful man who is trying to keep you "up" . That is a miracle in itself considering his circumstances. He can beat this with great doctors, lots of prayer and the support of a loving family and friends. Hope will take you a long way! Gail R. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet B Posted November 18, 2008 Share Posted November 18, 2008 Jean I am so sorry for all you have gone through and are going through again. I really believe that having a positive attitude and putting your trust in God - to give you strength and peace makes a world of difference - it sounds like Thom is doing both of those things. My prayers will be with you Janet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elkiesmom Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 Jean I am so sorry and I do know what you are going through. My Dad died of LC when he was 64 and that was 34 years ago. He died 9 mos later. My husband was diag with LC when he was 63 and it is over three years later and he is doing fine. Times have changed and they are changing quickly. You and your hubby can only take it one day at a time. Good bless you and your husband. Fiight the fight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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