Andrea Posted February 1, 2004 Share Posted February 1, 2004 Thanks for all the messages. I really took to heart what was said to me and I realized how important it was for me to be happy today for my mom. Mission accomplished! My mom said this was her best day since diagnosis, she truly felt good, she was standing a lot (I kept telling her to sit) and it just was soooo nice, almost normal feeling. My mom LOOKS physically healthy. She is glowing, chubby, has beautiful short blonde hair. Yes, 50% of her hair is gone, but most people would not realize it b/c her hair is still fuller than many others in general and she got a short haircut. As a matter of fact, I was asked if it was a wig. Well I think we instilled fear in people because they looked at my mom and said "no, she cannot have lung cancer". I said "oh yes, advanced late stage as a matter of fact, Stage III and she just finished her fourth round of chemo on Thurs." I think it really scared people to see how healthy she looked, yet is so sick. You know this just came to my head--it could be an interesting campaign for awareness. Pictures of how good people look at diagnosis and in beginning treatment and how dramatically it could change. It is like we walk around the mall, see healthy people, now I wonder who has lung cancer Thanks again for the support! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted February 1, 2004 Share Posted February 1, 2004 Happy for you and your Mom that the shower was fun. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanCarl Posted February 1, 2004 Share Posted February 1, 2004 I am SO glad you and your Mom had a good time. It's ok ... it's REALLY ok ... to take a "vacation" from cancer every once in a while and just ENJOY that which is there to enjoy. Dean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted February 1, 2004 Share Posted February 1, 2004 Good for you Andrea I'm so glad your day went well and especiallly that your mom was having a good day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted February 1, 2004 Share Posted February 1, 2004 So happy Andrea that you and your Mom had a very good day. Happiness does wonder to a sick person, your mother wanted so much to see that day and she will also celebrate the wedding that is coming up with the same good spirit and happy smiles. Good Luck J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBone Posted February 2, 2004 Share Posted February 2, 2004 I am so glad that you and her enjoyed this special day.Makes me feel good all over.Thanks for posting.TBone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted February 2, 2004 Share Posted February 2, 2004 Andrea, I am so happy to hear that you and mom had a great time today. You both deserve a break. I, myself don't dwell on this disease and act as if I don't even have it. Of course we can all look good and still be somewhat sick. Your mom looks absolutely beautiful. That means we are beating this disease and have a positive attitude. I like the comment your mom said to you about living to get the new treatments. She is absolutely right and we are Survivors... Hang in there and congratulations on your marriage. Our Lord, Jesus is watching over us and hears our prayers. Prayers for you and your mom everyday... God Bless and hugs to you both... Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted February 2, 2004 Share Posted February 2, 2004 Dear Angie, Glad to know you all had such a good time and glad to know your Mum is feeling good. Love to you both, Paddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niececola Posted February 2, 2004 Share Posted February 2, 2004 Hi Andrea, SO happy to hear that both you and your mom were able to enjoy your bridal shower! I was thinking of you all day Saturday as we sat at the bridal shower of a close friend. I kept pushing people away from my mom, hope you were not as paranoid as I was! My mom tells me I am WAY too overprotective. Only a couple of weeks to the big day! Many prayers being said that your mom continues to feel ok! Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debaroo Posted February 2, 2004 Share Posted February 2, 2004 Andrea, I am so glad that you and your mother were able to enjoy your shower, it is all about creating memories, and it sounds like you both created some beautiful ones! With more to come. Oh, don't be surprised or upset of your mom is more tired than usual, excitement can take its toll, but it sure is a GOOD TOLL. Just don't let it frighten you, OR let it keep you and your mom from having more fun!!! Take care, deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted February 3, 2004 Share Posted February 3, 2004 One of the things we have found is that friends and family are almost reluctant to share good news with us because of what we are going through. Within a few months of hearing Becky's diagnosis, we found out three of my cousins were pregnant. We want to rejoice in our friends' joy. Those are the reasons we drag ourselves to treatment. Those are the things that remind us that there are many more good things than bad things in our lives. In fact, I can only think of one bad thing in our lives. It is pretty bad, to be sure, but if we can no longer rejoice, then what would the point be? So party on! Curtis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted February 3, 2004 Share Posted February 3, 2004 As they say, it's the little things in life. So glad you had a great day. As Curtis says, there is more good than bad. Curtis, you should post more, I like your attitude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea B. Posted February 3, 2004 Share Posted February 3, 2004 I am so happy you had a great time. I treasure the times my mom and I spent "cancer free" (not in drs. appts., hospitals or talking about the disease". Here is to many more great times with you two! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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