Laura Ann Posted September 21, 2004 Share Posted September 21, 2004 I have been reading messages on this site for several months now. For whatever reason I have been reluctant to jump in, but here I go. My mother was diagnosed with NSCLC in November 2003. I have been her main caregiver and medical care advocate since the first of the year. To say that this has been a learning experience would truly be an understatement. This web-site has meant so much to me. I can't begin to describe how much information I have received as a result of coming here daily. Also there is a feeling of comfort I receive when I come here, I can't explain it, it's just there. My husband and kids know that whenever I "disappear" for short periods of time that I'm on that "website". Taking care of my mother has brought new meaning to my life. I don't know how many others have experience this, but being so involved with the care of my mother has helped me to cope with this terrible disease. I thank God that I found this website. Laura Mother diagnosed 11/2003 NSCLC Inoperable stage 3b Met to right fibula 08/2004 Right fibula removed 09/2004 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted September 21, 2004 Share Posted September 21, 2004 Welcome, Laura! Glad you are posting. Keep us up on yourself and your mom. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted September 21, 2004 Share Posted September 21, 2004 Laura~ Welcome. Sorry about your mom but I am glad you have found us. Keep posting... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted September 21, 2004 Share Posted September 21, 2004 Welcome, Laura. Don't be shy, jump in with both feet! The water is warm, I promise...just don't hang out real close to any bubbles, it isn't a Jacuzzi...(remembering a scene advertising "Lion King 1 1/2"). Sorry you have reason to find us, but very, VERY glad you did! Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted September 21, 2004 Share Posted September 21, 2004 Hi Laura and WELCOME! I just giggled outloud when I read how you felt about posting, and then "Here I go!" LOL! I can remember feeling that exact same way. I had never, never done anything like this before. I wouldn't even participate in a chat group before I came here. When I first posted, I remember holding my breath while I hit the submit button. Then, I sat at the computer for hours waiting to see if anybody would talk to me. Well, they did!! LOL! Thank God! We are so glad you found us, but like others will say, we wish you didn't have the need. But you are here, and please consider yourself one of us. Just start right now, tonight, posting wherever you want. Replying to someone's post the first time is just about as hard as posting your introduction, but it gets real easy after a while. We're glad you're here and I can tell your mother is blessed to have you as a daughter. God bless you, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted September 21, 2004 Share Posted September 21, 2004 Welcome Laura Ann! So sorry your Mom is ill. It sounds as if she has a wonderful advocate in you though. It must be very hard looking after your Mum and your family too. I am glad you have joined the "little family" here, perhaps we can help you, or at least give you a listening ear. Prayers for you, your Mom and your family. Love Paddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MayFrog Posted September 21, 2004 Share Posted September 21, 2004 Hi Laura Ann and Welcome! So sorry you and your mom have to deal with this; but glad you found this site. Any time you feel the need to ask a question, rant, vent or just say "hi".....feel free. We're all in this together.... Best wishes to you, Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted September 21, 2004 Share Posted September 21, 2004 Leave it to Snowflake to break out the farting jokes before a gal even gets to know us. I absolutely had a similar experience dealing with this disease. The two years we were in Nacogdoches, 15 months of which were battling cancer, were the two happiest years of our lives together. That, first and foremost, is an amazing tribute to the greatest person I have ever known. But it is also a function of learning how to appreciate each moment and the blessings of everyday. I would rather be insipid with Becky than wise without her, but that time and this have definitely made me a better man. Please do keep posting, and ignore the farting jokes unless you like 'em, and continued best wishes. Curtis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted September 21, 2004 Share Posted September 21, 2004 Welcome, welcome, welcome. I am so sorry you had a need to find us but since you are a caregiver, I am so glad that you did. You will find lots of support here. Post as often and as long as you like. I know how you feel about this site....I too was in awe of all of the great people here. I have learned so much and found support and prayers any time I have asked or mentioned. Its a great family ...welcome. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted September 21, 2004 Share Posted September 21, 2004 Welcome Laura, I too was the caregiver so I know just how difficult this is emotionally. This site certainly did not make it 'all better', but it did help me understand this disease better and gave me the support and care I needed on an ongoing basis. Welcome again and sorry you have to be here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeTaa Posted September 21, 2004 Share Posted September 21, 2004 Just wanted to add my welcome! Praying for us all, TeeTaa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted September 21, 2004 Share Posted September 21, 2004 Laura,Welcome & glad you decided to join in.I lurked for months before I joined as well.(couldn't type at all then,now I'm learning to).Sorry about your mom,you will find lots of knowing and caring people on this site. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted September 21, 2004 Share Posted September 21, 2004 Welcome Laura, Hope we continue to be of support to you. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJAS Posted September 22, 2004 Share Posted September 22, 2004 Hellooooo Laura, I was just like you and took awhile to dip my toe in the pond (Glad you clarified the Lion King reference, Curtis, for those of us who had teenage boys who would NEVER allow us to rent that one!) You've already been around enough to know what a great group of people are here, so we're just glad that now we can grab your hand and pull you into the circle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted September 22, 2004 Share Posted September 22, 2004 Hi Laura, Glad you found this site. There are so many caring, compassionate and knowledgeable people here. This site has been all the support for me. It has helped me make decisions and learn a lot about this disease. Please come here as often as needed. It is very consoling and helpful. Prayers for your mom, you and your family... God Bless, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slinaresholz Posted September 24, 2004 Share Posted September 24, 2004 Laura Ann, You are very welcome here and you must be a very special person to take care of your Mom. I'm glad she is doing so well after her surgeries. God Bless you and prayers for your mother. Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted September 24, 2004 Share Posted September 24, 2004 Welcome, Laura. You'll find a lot of good information, and people who genuinely care about you on this site. You're among friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellakc2 Posted September 25, 2004 Share Posted September 25, 2004 Welcome, It's a warm fuzzy feeling knowing there are people who truely understand what you are going through. Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted September 25, 2004 Share Posted September 25, 2004 Laura, Welcome! I am praying for your mom, you and the whole family. Take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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