amy g. Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 My dad has been in the hospital all week. My sister just told me that they found out he has colon cancer. He tried to call me, but I was outside, and I can't reach him now, because he is out of his room for more testing. I'm just in shock. Prayers and good thoughts would be appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinmom Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 Oh, Amy. I am so very sorry. I'll be praying for you, your dad and your family. I hope that the prognosis isn't too bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frontier Mom Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 ((Praying)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbie Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 Sending lots of prayers. Jet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teamturner Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 Prayers for you, your dad, all the family, and the doctors as they diagnose and come up with a treatment plan. I"m so sorry. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB in NJ Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 My dad has been in the hospital all week. My sister just told me that they found out he has colon cancer. He tried to call me, but I was outside, and I can't reach him now, because he is out of his room for more testing. I'm just in shock. Prayers and good thoughts would be appreciated. ((((Amy and family)))) You'll be in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleepy Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 Oh Amy, I'm so sorry. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Atl Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 :grouphug: So sorry, will keep you all in my thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 (((Prayers))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonesloonybin Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 :grouphug: I am sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazycoffeechic Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 I will be praying for your dad, you and your family.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amy g. Posted July 10, 2008 Author Share Posted July 10, 2008 I got to talk to him. He said that he really isn't surprised, and he has known it was a possibility. I didn't know it was a possibility. Sure he was in the hospital, but bad things never happen to us. Some people worry about things that never happen, and I walk around living my happy life, oblivious to reality. He won't know until tomorrow or next week how far the cancer has spread, and what the treatment, if any, will be. He said that he feels okay about what ever happens. He's proud of me, and the kids, and that's all that is really important to him now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigitte Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 I'm so sorry. My thoughts are with you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janna Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 (((Amy))) I will be praying. But take courage - my dad had colon cancer 13 years ago and he fought it and it hasn't come back. Colon cancer is very treatable. It doesn't soften the news, I know, and it certainly doesn't soften the recovery aspect. But chances are GREAT that he WILL recover! Hugs and prayers, Janna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amy g. Posted July 10, 2008 Author Share Posted July 10, 2008 You're right about it being treatable. The problem is that this isn't really early detection. He has had symptoms for a year or longer. I don't think the prognosis is very good once symptoms occur. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 You are in my thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TraciWA Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 :grouphug: Praying for you and your family! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shalom22 Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 :grouphug: Praying for peace (shalom) and comfort. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aubrey Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 :grouphug: I'm sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mamagistra Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 Definitely praying here. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Please let us know how he's doing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 Amy, I'm so sorry. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdWTMer Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 I'm so very sorry. I can't help but think of Tony Snow (ex White House Press Secretary). He has it too. Come to think of it, make sure you take care of yourself by getting colonoscopies. My mom had breast cancer and osteosarcoma in her shoulder blade. :-( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommylawyer Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HS in NZ Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 nt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3lilreds in NC Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I'm so sorry, Amy. :grouphug: Praying here too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amy g. Posted July 11, 2008 Author Share Posted July 11, 2008 I spoke to my dad's girlfriend who is a nurse. She said that she is not surprised at the diagnosis because when he was in the hospital last year, she knew that colon cancer would explain his symptoms. She was so surprised when all of the tests came back negative. She kept asking herself, "How can it be anything else?" Tuesday, my dad is supposed to meet with the doctors to find out what stage the cancer is, and what his treatment choices are. I told him that I wanted to be at the meeting, and his girlfriend will be on the phone. Hopefully, my sister can be there too, and my dh can take off work to keep the kids. I really appreciate everyone's support. My dh is out of town, and my best friend is on safari in Africa. I kept telling her that I was going to need her when she was gone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I spoke to my dad's girlfriend who is a nurse. She said that she is not surprised at the diagnosis because when he was in the hospital last year, she knew that colon cancer would explain his symptoms. She was so surprised when all of the tests came back negative. She kept asking herself, "How can it be anything else?" Tuesday, my dad is supposed to meet with the doctors to find out what stage the cancer is, and what his treatment choices are. I told him that I wanted to be at the meeting, and his girlfriend will be on the phone. Hopefully, my sister can be there too, and my dh can take off work to keep the kids. I really appreciate everyone's support. My dh is out of town, and my best friend is on safari in Africa. I kept telling her that I was going to need her when she was gone! :grouphug: I'm sorry, Amy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonyababyrn Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 So sorry. ((HUGS)) to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in Orlando Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Amy, I am so sorry. It's wonderful that you'll able to go to the doctor with him next week. You might want to check this website and make a list of any questions before you go. You also might want to consider bringing a notebook with you to write things down during the appointment. You think you'll remember stuff but a lot of times you don't. Your family will be in my prayers. http://www.thecolonclub.com/ The website might seem irreverant at first but they do very good work and have a good message board. They also list quite a few helpful links. ((()))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jail warden Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Praying here. Hope he gets better soon (((Amy))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathy in MD Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Praying (((((Amy))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 I'm so sorry, it's scary. Hopefully they've caught it and can fix it. I'll be praying for your dad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinag Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Amy, i am so sorry to hear that! I will be praying for your dad. Please keep us updated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amy g. Posted July 14, 2008 Author Share Posted July 14, 2008 My sister just called. She's upset because she is afraid that during all of this, she is going to fulfill her family role as the selfish one while I do all of the care taking. I assured her that it is normal to think, "Well, this sure comes at an inconvenient time." I also told her that we only want her to do the work that she feels led to do. Whatever she can contribute with a happy heart will be the perfect contribution. None of us wishes she was any different than how she is. In the conversation, she mentioned that Dad told her Friday that the cancer has spread to his liver. I saw him yesterday, and he never told me. I'm sure that he thinks he told me too. I am sad that we have to go through this. These statistics are out dated, but they say that less than 3% of patients live for 5 years once the colon cancer has spread to distant organs. I'm prepared to do whatever needs to be done to help him. He is so amazingly calm and peaceful about everything. It is really a testament to his faith. Thanks to all of you for your support. I feel so much more stable than I did just a few days ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMindy Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Huge hugs!!!!!! I'm so sorry for your grief. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 :grouphug::grouphug: I'm sorry to hear about your dad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faithr Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 My mil just died a couple weeks ago. She had colon cancer for 3 years but it spread to her liver a couple months ago. Once it gets to the liver things tend to go quickly. I am so sorry. Both my dad and mom have passed away. You were very charitable to your sister. From experience, charity to each other makes all the difference when you are facing family crises. My advice is keep the charity quotient high and it will keep the stressful infighting that can occur in families at a low ebb. I'll keep you in my prayers, amy g. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
summer Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 ((((hugs)))) I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claire in NM Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Amy - I am lifting up in prayer your father, your sister, you, your family and friends. May God continue to keep you in His love, Claire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mamagistra Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Continuing to pray for you all here. :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aubrey Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
percytruffle Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 :grouphug: (((Amy))) :grouphug: Praying for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danestress Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 You sound like a really good sister (and daughter). Please take care of yourself. I'm glad your father has a strong faith that is helping him right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crissy Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Oh, goodness, Amy. I am so sorry.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mekanamom Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugarfoot Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 I'll keep you all in prayer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracy in Ky Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockermom Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AustinTea Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 :grouphug: So sorry to hear this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazycoffeechic Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 :grouphug:Keeping you, your dad, and your family in our prayers Amy.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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