dnice Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Thank you for all the prayers as Dad went through the Biospy. We just found out that Dad has Pancreatic Cancer in Stage IV. Mom sounds exhausted and Dad sounded better then I have heard in a long time. He started with Chemo yesterday. He is not waiting. As he told me on the phone, "I should have listened to your mother better and had this checked out earlier when I started feeling bad. "I am astounded at his wanting to do Chemo and not procrastining. I am so glad he is very positive. We all know that he will not out live this but is doing everything to stay alive. My concern is my niece Samantha who lives with Mom and Dad. She is only 16. I am praying that she can accept this and not add to Mom's burden. Please pray for my family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Denice, I'm so sorry to hear of your father's diagnoses. I will keep you and your family in my prayers and special prayers for your niece Samantha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primitive1 Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 You can count on my prayers too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennan100 Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Adding my prayers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carreen Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Denise, sorry to hear about your dad. Take care of yourself, it's stressful for all. Prayers for you and your family. Carreen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sewcrazy4quilting Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Prayers and (((((((((hugs)))))))))) for you and your family. Your Mom is blessed to have your help and support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBQLTN2 Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Praying for you Dad and whole family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyJo Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Denise - I'll also be praying for your Dad, Mom, niece and you. This is a path that no one wants to walk, but because you have no choice, I'll be praying that the Lord holds you all in this arms, that you will feel and receive His peace, and that you turn to Him with every care & concern. ((((((((((hugs))))))))))) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RitaR Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Denice.. I hurt along with you. so many kin and friends have died of, or are treated for cancer of one kind or another. I always suggest ( as if I'm a counselor) to get him to talk.. things you did in the past.. things more recent, places hes lived, injuries he's probably had, and illnesses.. dreams he had as a young man, how each childs name was chosen, storekeepers they liked.. even if they only shopped there, places that were special to he and your Mom, or the whole family. If he brings up the subject of burial or creamation, try to help him finish the thought enough to give you good ideas.. our son actually planned his whole service, his reasoning was to make it easier for us.. We did get to pick out the headstone.. which simply had his name, date of birth and death, and the words under all the other print was "Gone Home" dobwood in opposite corners.. I think very pretty, without being frilly. So many things can be learned just from talking.. how pretty the flowers are, I always love yellow and white. What his favorite food was.. and while talking you can be remembering things related to the topics.. planting trees, bushes, a garden. Bringing Mom a Bouque and falling in a deep puddle he thought was shallow.. Only thing not muddy was the flowers. These memories then become more memories or refreshed memories. God Bless you, Hugs around, talk lots with Samantha, and pray together. Hugs and peace of heart and mind for all.. May the Dr.s be the very best.. RitaR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltinginthecountry Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Denice, Our prayers are with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmcclannan Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Praying for you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Having recently gone through this...My prayers are with you and your family. I agree talk lots with your niece, she will need the extra boost through this. Getting the chance for closer in so important and my prayers are so with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cblevins Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 My first husband and I were married 23 years when he was diagnosed with lung cancer at the age of 41. We were just babies when we married (I was 15, he was 17). He died 13 months later. As strange as it sounds that was the best and the worst 13 months of my life. The best because we knew what was coming and enjoyed every second we could get. The worst because...we knew what was coming and we didn't want to let go. Our daughter was only 19 at the time and could not deal with it at all. She had always been a daddy's girl but she shut him out. He was hurt but understood. She has so many regrets now. She would not talk to him at all about dying because she just KNEW in her heart that it wouldn't happen. She was angry when he decided to stop treatments and let it be over. I am so sorry I didn't recognize how badly she needed help to deal with it. I hope your neice gets the help she needs and that your mom and dad grab every second they can to make memories. I wouldn't trade mine for anything in the world. Your family will be in my prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meg_marsh Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Prayers for you and your family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
appr216 Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Prayers and hugs for you and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Denise, I am so sorry. My thoughts are with you and your family. Dianne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyAboutQuilting Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Denise, sending prayers and hugs for all of you during this very hard time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachside Quilter Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Denice: Sending strength, hope, peace and healing to you and your family at this difficult time. (((hugs))) Vickie Oliver Beachside Quilter APQS Rep SW FL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWBowser Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 You and your family are in my prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butterfly Posted August 27, 2010 Report Share Posted August 27, 2010 Denise, This is a very hard diagnosis and I'm very sorry. You have some tough times ahead, but I and, it looks like many others here on this forum alone, are in prayer for you and your family. Enjoy all the moments you have together. Jess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Front Porch Quilting Posted August 28, 2010 Report Share Posted August 28, 2010 You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Spend as much time as you can together now. So sorry to hear you have to go through all of this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Linda S Posted August 28, 2010 Report Share Posted August 28, 2010 Denice - you are all in my prayers. Miracles do happen - hold on to that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LFQuilts Posted August 28, 2010 Report Share Posted August 28, 2010 May you find moments of joy and love even as your family passes through this hard time. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Lynn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CindyT Posted August 28, 2010 Report Share Posted August 28, 2010 Prayers coming your way. Your dad's positive attitude counts for a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarenH Posted August 28, 2010 Report Share Posted August 28, 2010 Prayers and thoughts for your Dad and your family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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