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F/u: Dad Update

GracefulMeadow86GracefulMeadow86
in July 2010 Weddings

I spoke with my mom tonight. Well, mostly her speaking and me just saying "okay" and "yeah". The Dr said my dad's disease is progressing, that its the disease that he's so sick from, not the treatment (since he hasnt been able to have that for over 2 weeks).

The Dr is still trying another chemo treatment, so there is some hope. He said sometimes you try one in a very late stage cancer and all of a sudden things start turning around, though i know statistically, that is rare. My mom asked if my older sister should go back to Poland next weekend as planned, and he said if she could stay, that would be better. He said theres no way of knowing how long my dad has, but he is concerned that he may not make it even to the end of my sister maternity leave, which i think ends in march.

I don't know how to process this. It feels like a dream (well, nightmare). I don't know how i'm going to do this. I have to be strong for him but its going to be so hard. He's already so diminished in spirit and energy right now i can't imagine things getting worse. I go over to visit and he sleeps almost the whole time because he doesn't have the energy to stay awake.

I'm not ready to lose my dad.


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  • SLAHSarahSLAHSarah

    Kim, I'm so sorry about all of this!  I'm keeping you, your dad and your entire family in my prayers.  

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    Oh, Kim, ::hugs:: and lots of T&P to you and your family.
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    I am so sorry to hear of this Kim.  Thoughts, prayers, and vibes to you! You are going to need them.  Try to spend as much time with him as you can.  Also, remember to take care of yourself.  You are going to need your strength, sleep, and health also during this time. We are here for you. 
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  • azel530azel530
    Kim, I am so sorry to hear this sad news. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.  If there is anything any of us can do don't hesitate to ask. 
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    Oh man I'm so sorry kim. Many thoughts and prayers.
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    I am so sorry, Kim!  DH and I will pray for your father and family this weekend in Church!  I hope that he is one of the few that the new chemo works for. 
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    Kim, I'm so sorry to hear this...keeping you and your dad in my thoughts and prayers!!  Please let us know if there is anything we can do!
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    I'm so, so sorry, Kim :(  You and your dad and your family are in my prayers.  *Hugs*
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    Oh, Kim!  **Hugs!**  I am so sorry to hear this.  You, your dad, and your family continue to be in my prayers!
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  • LoveAdoptedLoveAdopted
    I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. I know this is not easy at all and it is so hard to feel helpless and sad and not lose hope. All you can do is make the most of your time with him and stay close with your family. Also remember to take care of yourself, it's so hard to be going through this, but remember that things like work, other commitments etc will be there when you have time. Being with your family and your dad is most important right now.
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    Hugs to you, Kim.  Big hugs.  Many prayers to your dad, you, and your family. 
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    Oh Kim. I'm so sorry!! I'll be thinking and praying for you, your dad and your family. I agree with the other ladies, as hard as it is try to take care of yourself too. It will help you stay strong for your dad and your family if you are rested, eating right, etc.

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  • lisam1217lisam1217
    Wow, I really don't know what to say.  I am so sorry to hear that things have gotten this bad.  Cancer really sucks, doesn't it?  I myself have never been close with anyone who's gotten it but some people I am close to have lost their loved ones to cancer.  Try to be their for your dad and remember that every moment you have with him is precious.  I will be praying for a miracle and I'm sure many other people will be as well but also try to prepare yourself for the worse (however that is supposed to be done).  Again I am so sorry that you and your family are going through this.  You guys don't deserve this!
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  • GracefulMeadow86GracefulMeadow86

    imagelisam1217:
    Wow, I really don't know what to say.  I am so sorry to hear that things have gotten this bad.  Cancer really sucks, doesn't it?  I myself have never been close with anyone who's gotten it but some people I am close to have lost their loved ones to cancer.  Try to be their for your dad and remember that every moment you have with him is precious.  I will be praying for a miracle and I'm sure many other people will be as well but also try to prepare yourself for the worse (however that is supposed to be done).  Again I am so sorry that you and your family are going through this.  You guys don't deserve this!

    YES. Cancer DOES suck!!!

    And I am trying to be hopeful while preparing myself for the worst. Its a very difficult thing to do.


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