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(Message started by: Dragnlance on Apr 5th, 2006, 8:02am)

Title: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by Dragnlance on Apr 5th, 2006, 8:02am
My turn to ask for prayers.
Background information first.

My wife's family was very poor when she was growing up. Most of the family lived in one home. (aunts, uncles, grandparents)
This means the whole family is very close. Lynn's aunt, her mother's sister, died just about a year ago, from a combo of problems. 1) She had extreme rheumatoid arthritis, and years of taking Prednisone created fibrosis of the lungs. 2) Top that off with a nasty case of pneumonia.
That effected the whole family, even though everyone knew the risks.

Ok, now the current problem.
Her grandmother has bone cancer. It was finally diagnosed in mid January. For money reasons, Lynn's mother has been nursing her grandmother. Twyla has gone from 160 lbs to just under 110 in the last month and a half.
At this time she is not expected to make it thru the week. (i actually am surprised we didnt get a call during the night)
My request is not for Twyla, but for the rest of the family, but mostly for Delene. Can you imagine nursing your own mother thru one of the most painful kinds of cancers out there, watching her die, slowly day by day?
I cannot imagine what kind of turmoil is going thru her mind.
Anyway, if you can, or think about it, some prayers would be appreciated.

Thanks.

Lance

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by Ghost on Apr 5th, 2006, 8:07am
I am praying hard for you all !!!! :'( :'( :'(

Sorry I cant do more but I do hope the prayers help.


Mike

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by Melissa on Apr 5th, 2006, 8:10am

on 04/05/06 at 08:02:14, Dragnlance wrote:
Can you imagine nursing your own mother thru one of the most painful kinds of cancers out there, watching her die, slowly day by day?

Actually yes.... yes I can.

I pray for her to have strength through this.  There will be time for self soothing later.  I'm sure she doesn't think of it as a duty, or a necessity, but because it is just "done".  It is what we do, we just don't think about it.  Sorry I can't explain it better. :-/

Anyway, I hope it is not drawn out for a long time and that peace comes soon.  When you see her, give her a hug from someone who's been there...ok?

hugs,
mel


edited to add:  I just love that name... "Twyla".  It's beautiful. :)

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by LeLimey on Apr 5th, 2006, 8:17am
Prayers going up from me too Lance, I wish I could do more.
with love
Helen

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by pattik on Apr 5th, 2006, 8:22am
Lance, I'm so sorry for all the turmoil this must causing you and your family.  No one escapes tough times like this at some time or another.  Wishing you and yours some peace.
Pat

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by minnie on Apr 5th, 2006, 8:28am
 Awe hon I am so  sorry your wife and family are going through so much.I pray for the strength you all will need during this difficult time. Please remind Delene that her Mom would want her take care of herself she needs her strength.have you guys gotten hopspice that can be a help both physically amd emotionally.May your memories of Twyla always be sweet and near your hearts.
 May twyla's passing be quick and as easy as possible for the family.Heaven will soon have a new Angel to watch over your famiy.
  with prayers and vibes,
 Minnie
Don't forget to let your wife know she can come here anytime to vent ,talk or cry.She's family too.she might even get someone in chat and she is more then welcome to I.M.  me anytime.

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by TxBasslady on Apr 5th, 2006, 11:24am
Texas size vibes and prayers to Delene and the rest of the family.

God bless....

Jean

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by sandie99 on Apr 5th, 2006, 11:27am
Lance,

thank you for telling us... [smiley=hug.gif]
Your whole family are in my prayers.

Best wishes & PFdays,
Sanna

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by aprilbee on Apr 5th, 2006, 11:52am
So sorry to hear about your family...sending tons of prayers for understanding and strength...

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by Jasmyn on Apr 5th, 2006, 12:27pm
((((((([smiley=hug.gif] to your wife, you and her family [smiley=hug.gif])))))))

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by JenniferD on Apr 5th, 2006, 1:05pm
So sorry for all of you. Offering prayers of comfort and peace.

Jen

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by zwibbs/Scott on Apr 5th, 2006, 1:37pm
My Prayers for strength, and Love during very hard times....Scott

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by Karla on Apr 5th, 2006, 2:36pm
Your family will be in my prayers to get through this difficult time.

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by Jonny on Apr 5th, 2006, 2:40pm
You got it, Man!!

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by BarbaraD on Apr 5th, 2006, 2:45pm
My prayers are with you and your family. And yes, I can imagine it - been there too. The blessing is that Delene is able to nurse her mother thru this time.

Hugs BD

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by superhawk2300 on Apr 5th, 2006, 8:57pm
Don't know you but I find your sharing welcome and I am sending out my thoughts to you and your family. Peace to you.

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by mynm156 on Apr 5th, 2006, 9:16pm
GOODVIBES BROTHER WE ARE HERE!

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by Sean_C on Apr 5th, 2006, 9:19pm
Dear Jesus, Divine Physician and Healer of the sick, we turn to you in this time of illness. O dearest comforter of the troubled, alleviate our worry and sorrow with your gentle love, and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden. Dear God, we place our worries in your hands.  Above all, grant us the grace to acknowledge your will and know that whatever you do, you do for the love of the ill.

Amen.

Lance we'll be thinking of you and your family. Keep us posted when you can.

Sean...............................


Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by Ree on Apr 5th, 2006, 10:52pm

on 04/05/06 at 21:19:39, Sean_C wrote:
Dear Jesus, Divine Physician and Healer of the sick, we turn to you in this time of illness. O dearest comforter of the troubled, alleviate our worry and sorrow with your gentle love, and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden. Dear God, we place our worries in your hands.  Above all, grant us the grace to acknowledge your will and know that whatever you do, you do for the love of the ill.

Amen.

Lance we'll be thinking of you and your family. Keep us posted when you can.

Sean...............................
Amen...... Sean you should be a Deacon...
Many many heartfelt prayers being sent up to the Heavens for Twyla Darlene and you... Ree

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by nani on Apr 5th, 2006, 10:53pm
I'm sorry, Lance. You, your wife and her family are in my thoughts and prayers. hugs, nani

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by Charlie on Apr 6th, 2006, 2:19am
Sorry to learn this Lance.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Charlie

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by Shaz on Apr 6th, 2006, 4:24am
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Shaz  :-*

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by cardogman on Apr 6th, 2006, 7:46am
I am sorry for your troubles and the difficulties regarding this terrible disease.

I have first hand knowledge of how devastating this can be I spend Oh I would say about 2 days each week in the Operating Rooms of the Memorial Soan Kettering Cancer Center in NYC with the Orthopedists who operate on and treat all kinds of cancer of the Musculo-skeletal system. We manufacture all the implants both off the shelf and custom devices for children all the way up to the elderly patient and I know  how terrible this can be. Coincidentally I am just about ready to leave the house to got ther now for a surgery.

My sympathies, you will all get through it. If I can help or give you some advice please feel free to email me privately. I distribute Orthopedic Implants and I am a non practicing R.N. that specialized in Oncology Nursing prior to going in to business 21 years ago.

Good luck I will be thinking of you and your family.

Burt

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by Dragnlance on Apr 6th, 2006, 9:19am
Thank you everyone for your warm thoughts and prayers. So far, "Granny" (her pet name) is hanging in there.
I forgot to mention that the bone cancer mastisized, and is now infecting other parts of her body. A tumor was found in one lung, and they suspect a tumor in her brain. .

I showed this thread to my wife last night and asked me to express her thanks to all of you.

I cannot express what this family has come to mean to me. Thank you
Lance

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by pfunk on Apr 6th, 2006, 12:41pm
Many vibes, prayers and hug to you and yours!  I understand first hand whtat that is like.  My fiance died in 2001 from complications from sickle cell.  I was in the hospital with her every night and was there holding hers hand when she could fight no more.  Much love, brother.

Patrick

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by tanner on Apr 6th, 2006, 5:31pm
Lance, We just got back from our Vegas trip so this is a little late but our prayers are with you all and we will be keeping you there.http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j92/TazieJazie/FAIRY/smallpeachedgeangel.jpghttp://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h61/JaZTaZ/MADE%20FOR%20PEOPLE/PRAYERS.jpg



....tim

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by Grandma_Sweet_Boy on Apr 6th, 2006, 5:39pm
Lance - so sorry to hear you and your family are having to go through this ordeal.

Praying for strength for all of you.


Carol

Title: Re: Sorry to put a damper on the posts....
Post by Charlotte on Apr 7th, 2006, 3:17pm
Will be praying for you, your wife, and the family.  Hope Granny is still hanging in there.

Charlotte



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