RhondaM. Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 I'm about to head to my mothers house. She is only in her early 70s but she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease at least 8 years ago. She probably only has a few days to live. She is not eating or drinking and possibly her kidney's are shutting down. She knows noone...she knows nothing. My dad died in May...and though he was abusive and have not missed him ...it is still hard to loose ones parents ...both in one year. Almost as if I am loosing my identity. And then... Tomorrow is my long awaited doctor's appointment at M.D. Anderson. I cannot put it off or change my appointment no matter what. I've waited a month for it. The next available is January 12th. They will be taking mammograms, ultrasounds and possibly a biopsy (and comparing them to the ones taken in California) along with chest xrays, blood work and ekg. My test start at 7am. I cannot be late. So rather than fight the traffic into Houston a sitter is going to spend the night and dh and I are going to a Best Western that is closer to the cancer center. Wednesday I meet my surgical oncologist and he gives me my options then I suppose. To loose one breast or both...to reconstruct or not...at least I have options. Sometimes it is just too much, ykwim? Thanks for letting me cry on your shoulder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 :grouphug: I'm so sorry. I am glad your dh is able to be with you. Try to enjoy the night at the Best Western. I wish there were some magic words I could say to make this week easier. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleepy Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 It is too much. :sad: You'll be in my thoughts. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 Praying for you during this hard week. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyof4ks Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 Hugs and prayers as you and your family endure this long hard week. MD Anderson is a exceptional hospital with cutting edge knowledge and technology (we will look at going there if we ever have to fight this beast again). It is good that there are options, and hopefully you will feel the right thing tug at you and peace will come this week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I talk to the trees Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 :grouphug: -Robin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle in MO Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 your plate very full. I cannot imagine the pressure. Prayers for you, for health and healing, and prayers for your dear mother and grace for you to know what to do in that situation. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyThreeSons Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 :grouphug: Rhonda :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhondabee Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Oh, sweetheart, I am praying for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ria Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Rhonda, you remain in my prayers. :grouphug: Ria Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Thinking of you, Rhonda, and sending warm fuzzies and healing energy your way. Please know you're in my thoughts. astrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise in IN Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Wow, that's a lot of heavy duty stuff to deal with at once. I'll pray for you this week. May you have clarity of mind, peace, and comfort in all that you're facing. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAMom Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Sometimes it is just too much, ykwim? Yes...I kwym.:grouphug: My dad is on the verge of an Alzheimer's dx. Praying for everything you are enduring, Rhonda.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Please know you're in my thoughts. You are in my thoughts, too. Here's to strength and courage to just keep on keeping on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimberly in IN Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 You are in my prayers. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karenciavo Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 {{{Rhonda}}} Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigitte Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 Hugs and prayers for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caryn Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 I will pray that God will give you the wisdom and the peace and strength to get through this week. You are in my prayers. Caryn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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