Chris in VA Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 (edited) Just found out my dear friend is in the hospital. She is in surgery for two brain tumors. They are not telling many people. This woman has been such a fabulous friend. She attends the church we left after 17 years, and we are just very dear to each other. She completely accepts all my quirks, thinks I'm funny, is incredibly compassionate, is prayerful/wise/playful/ and so supportive. When she knew I was so homesick, she texted me every day when she woke up and we just chatted for a few mins. She is tender and motherly, and oh, I really love this woman. Thanks for praying. The surgery will be 4 hours and they will try to get most of the tumors. Results won't be back for 10 days. Update: It is glioblastoma. 😞 I was able to talk with her via video chat last week. I talked yesterday for two hours with our mutual friend and got the information. Continued prayers would be appreciated. Edited January 13, 2020 by Chris in VA 3 15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Bunny Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katilac Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 She sounds like a good friend! I will keep both of you in my thoughts today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klmama Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 What a lovely friend. Praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scholastica Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Praying that your friend's surgery will be successful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatherwith4 Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Yes, I will pray for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 oh, those people are golden, especially to pastor/priest's wives. Praying for your friend. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmasc Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Praying for your friend. She sounds lovely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoutTN Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Praying for your wonderful friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz CA Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Praying it's benign and she will fully recover. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted December 29, 2019 Author Share Posted December 29, 2019 Oh WTM friends. She is out of surgery but not waking up. Thx for praying. Please continue.♥️Her name is Jane. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted December 29, 2019 Author Share Posted December 29, 2019 She is awake but not very coherent. Dr is saying months of recovery, even if no cancer, so idk if her brain was damaged by the tumors or what. Thx for praying. I really appreciate it. Going to place her in Jesus' arms and try to sleep. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Praying for your friend. I have a friend who had a cancerous brain tumor 2 years ago and is doing very well with no reoccurence so far. I will be praying for a benign tumor and quick recovery. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
readinmom Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Praying... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Elf Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Praying that God places His hand on every member of the family and her medical support team. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Your friend sounds like a very sweet woman and wonderful friend! Praying for a successful surgery and good recovery. ((hugs)) to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mominco Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 (((hugs))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumto2 Posted December 30, 2019 Share Posted December 30, 2019 Praying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin M Posted December 30, 2019 Share Posted December 30, 2019 Praying for your friend! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilaclady Posted December 30, 2019 Share Posted December 30, 2019 Prayers for your friend and her family. Prayers for the medical personnel and all taking care of her. Prayers for strength and grace during this difficult time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted December 30, 2019 Share Posted December 30, 2019 I will pray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Bunny Posted December 31, 2019 Share Posted December 31, 2019 On 12/29/2019 at 3:55 PM, Chris in VA said: She is awake but not very coherent. Dr is saying months of recovery, even if no cancer, so idk if her brain was damaged by the tumors or what. Thx for praying. I really appreciate it. Going to place her in Jesus' arms and try to sleep. Any more news? Hoping for a thorough recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted January 1, 2020 Author Share Posted January 1, 2020 She woke up more and seems more like her old self, according to a friend who spent a good 4 hours with her. She has moved out of ICU. Going to a rehab hospital most likely. I haven't been able to contact her yet. I remain grateful for your prayers. Thx for letting me ask you, and for responding so kindly. We will know Thurs or Fri if there is brain cancer. 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom@shiloh Posted January 1, 2020 Share Posted January 1, 2020 Prayed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted January 1, 2020 Share Posted January 1, 2020 Thanks for the update. I will keep praying. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted January 1, 2020 Share Posted January 1, 2020 That is really good news! It's amazing how the brain can bounce back. Praying her recovery continues to go really well. ((hugs)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted January 1, 2020 Share Posted January 1, 2020 Sending good thoughts for your friend, Chris. Regards, Kareni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scholastica Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Great news! Still praying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Bunny Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Thank you fir the update. Continuing to hope for good news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted January 13, 2020 Author Share Posted January 13, 2020 Update in first post 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatherwith4 Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 I will keep praying for her. :hugs: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 Just saw the update. I'm so sorry. I'm glad you were able to talk with her via video chat. Prayers continue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 Praying for your friend. 😞 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scholastica Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 I’m so sorry. Praying for you and your friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 Still praying for your friend/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted January 13, 2020 Author Share Posted January 13, 2020 5 hours ago, Arctic Mama said: Oh Chris, glioblastomas are so scary and tenacious. We had a young homeschool mom friend who lost her battle with them last year, after several surgeries and therapies to keep them at bay. It can be survivable but it’s a frustratingly persistent cancer. How is your friend’s family coping at the moment? What can we pray for? She is stage 4, with a 6mo survival rate of 50%. So, maybe prayers that she will have time to make good memories with her 5 grown kids and 6 grands, and also that her family be able to support each other. On a rather selfish note, I would like to be able to see her before she dies. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 3 minutes ago, Chris in VA said: She is stage 4, with a 6mo survival rate of 50%. So, maybe prayers that she will have time to make good memories with her 5 grown kids and 6 grands, and also that her family be able to support each other. On a rather selfish note, I would like to be able to see her before she dies. prayers that this will happen. hugs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted January 13, 2020 Share Posted January 13, 2020 Yes, I will change my prayers to what you asked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kareni Posted January 14, 2020 Share Posted January 14, 2020 Chris, I'm sorry to read your update. I continue to send positive thoughts for your friend, her family, and you. Regards, Kareni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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