shelliemacs Posted December 30, 2003 Share Posted December 30, 2003 I dont know where to post this. I dont know how to not panic or get hysterical. Mom just died 4 1/2 months ago and just 9 days ago my step father went in the hospital for pneumonia. I asked the dr. "are you sure it isn't anything else specificially Lung Cnacer because our mom just died here" he said NO they look totally different on x-rays. yesturday at his follow up apt. with his GP the GP was worried and said he isn't so sure it is pneumonia and a possibility that was mentioned was Friggin Lung Cancer. I can't do this again. I can't watch the last of 4 parents I had die. I don't have the strength or hope. I am not going to pray because to me it didn't work anyway. I cant do this again, it can't be happening again to a parent again and so soon. we won't know until 1/8/04 what it is. the tests are being done next monday. please no more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted December 30, 2003 Share Posted December 30, 2003 Oh Shelly! Wish I was there to give you a big hug. I'm not going to tell you all the practical things you will hear like...don't worry yet...don't react until you're sure...and all that nonsence. Of course, you are terrified. Just remember that you are in our prayers! We will all be sending positive vibes your way and praying for good news! I know how terrible this is for you, as I am going through something very similar myself! (((((((Hugs)))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie Posted December 30, 2003 Share Posted December 30, 2003 Shellly, I'm saying HUGE AND LOUD prayers for you right now!!!! Laurie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norme Posted December 30, 2003 Share Posted December 30, 2003 Shelly, Don't let your mind go there. It could be many things that cause his bad breathing if that is what is happening to him. Think possitive thoughts. I will keep him in my nightly prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted December 30, 2003 Share Posted December 30, 2003 Shelly, my heart aches for you. It isn't FAIR, is it? No! I hope the beast is not visiting again, but, if it is, I believe you have the strength and experience to see it through. I'm with you. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanCarl Posted December 30, 2003 Share Posted December 30, 2003 Shelly, You're right of course. *YOU* can't do this. *I* can't do this. BUT *WE* CAN!!!! *WE* can get through the next nine days and *WE* can get through whatever follows. You may stop praying, that's up to you. But I won't stop praying for you and your step dad. Dean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natalie Posted December 30, 2003 Share Posted December 30, 2003 Shelly, I'm speechless. I hope so bad for you that it is not cancer or anything serious. The stress he has been under could be causing lots of crazy signals in his body...hopefully it's just stress related. We are here for you. Please keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted December 30, 2003 Share Posted December 30, 2003 Shelly, Just try to take one day at a time and know that each and every day we are all praying for the best news for you and your stepfather. Blessings to you both, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted December 30, 2003 Share Posted December 30, 2003 Yes, like Peg said--One Day At A Time. You will be in my prayers that it is not what you fear. David C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Posted December 30, 2003 Share Posted December 30, 2003 Well, keep a positive on this until you know. It is probably just pneumonia... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted December 30, 2003 Share Posted December 30, 2003 Shelly, We are all here for you. I am praying that this is not LC. God is watching over your step father and all will be alright. As Dean said, "YOU" are not alone. "WE" are here with you... God Bless and Prayers Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirleyb Posted December 30, 2003 Share Posted December 30, 2003 Dearest Shelley, I am so sorry you are having to go through the waiting and worrying. Take a deep breath!!!!!! As others have said, try to keep a positive attitude. I will pray an extra prayer in honor of you. You my dear girl have been the best thing that has happened for your step dad. Find that little rope and hang on tight. As Dean said, WE can get through this together. May you find some peace soon. Much love, Shirley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Andrea B. Posted December 30, 2003 Share Posted December 30, 2003 Oh Dear Shelly, First I want you to know I am sending you a big big hug! I wish I could tell you not to worry, but I know it is inevitable when waiting for something so monumental...we are only human how can we not worry. But I am going to continue to hold onto positive thoughts for you that your stepfather does not have lung cancer. Please know I am here for you. I wish I could take it all away for you. Blessings, Andrea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted December 30, 2003 Share Posted December 30, 2003 Oh this is just so not fair, and then to have to wait so long. I hope you don't have to go through this again also. Hang in there and try not to worry (I know easirer said then done). Thinking of you and hoping for good news (ummm pneumonia is good news now ). Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debaroo Posted December 31, 2003 Share Posted December 31, 2003 Shelly, read what Dean posted-read it as often as you have to. WE can do this...WE can do this. And, as the wise Norme said, try not to jump too far ahead. Post whenever you start to feel panicked, we'll talk you down. We ARE here for you. Let us know how things are, and try to take it easy-as Katie said-I'm thinking of you and you and your step dad are in my prayers. Deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted December 31, 2003 Share Posted December 31, 2003 shelly, I am so sorry that you are having to go through this terrible wait again. As others said, It isn't fair. I will keep you both in my prayers but remember His will is not always our will and we are taught Thy will be done. May He give you the strength and courage to face what ever lies ahead but I still pray it isn't cancer. God Bless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted December 31, 2003 Share Posted December 31, 2003 Dear Shellie Oh, NO, NO, NO!!! But we don't know for sure what the diagnosis will be. I'll be praying long and loud that it is NOT LC. However, no matter what, I have faith that you will have the strength and courage to see it through...irregardless of the pain involved. From your posts it has always been evident that you were very fond of your stepfathe,r and his fondness for you and your sister and love for your mother has always shown through too. I know you will be there for him in any scenario, and we will be here for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail Posted December 31, 2003 Share Posted December 31, 2003 Don't let the evil beast take more from you then it already has---so like everyone said, keep busy, busy, busy. Anything to not think. And we are all here for you. gail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy RN Posted December 31, 2003 Share Posted December 31, 2003 Hey Sweetie! You need to get busy doing things to keep your mind occupied until you all find out for sure what is going on. I know it is scary but remember you have been there before and you have to take each day as it comes. DO NOT jump the gun yet. We are all here and will be waiting with you til the tests are done. Love ya Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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