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Emotional Support

Archives for September 2010

Waiting for results
I don't know about any of you but I am finding it so much difficult dealing with cancer since my treatment has stopped. I am 6 months post treatment and going for 2 monthly appointments. I think when you are diagnosed the "machine kicks in" and you are carried along on this journey of chemo, rest, visits to the cancer…
A Place We Call Our Second Home, Thank you so much
Most of us have a small inner circle people who are loyal and can be counted upon to be there for us once we get diagnosed with cancer. If were fortunate, our inner circle expands to more than our spouse, child, and parents. Once I step outside my door early in the morning to go to work, im amongst colleagues, strangers,…
Chat.Are you using it?
I would think more people would be on thruout the nite.When your up and alone it's a good way to get a quicl response.I,m sure there are people here from all over the world that are up at any given time.It took me severay lonely days to find it and I am thankful.Even if you just stop by to lurk,it's nice to know someone is…
I sent a "thank you" card to my oncologist today!
I have disclosed many times on this board how my tumor markers trend in the high-"normal" to above "normal" range. Well, after the last two tests revealed them to be "10.6" and "10.4" respectively, I tested again on Wednesday, believing that the result would be similar if not higher. I dreaded calling my doctor's office on…
Lots of tears today
Just felt like I could use a little support from all of you today. It's 6 months ago today since I lost my husband of 46 years and the tears have been coming all day. I've been doing pretty good, but for some reason today is so hard. He was the love of my life and we had known each other since 1st grade. I am finally doing…
natural
I notice or maybe it is just me. Women seam to be the ones who stay in a marriage when their husband's has cancer. Is it because we by birth are caregivers? I think we are use to the dirty diapers, the bad little things that go along with life. We clean the toliets we clean the house. WWe are clearners by nature. We are…
How to stay postive, when getting bad news after bad news (help)
Hello, My first time posting. I found out I had cancer(ovarian) 5years ago. went thru chemo, etc. things got better. found out last month it's back along with colon cancer. had surgery(explortory) end of last month went for follow-up Monday and now I have to have a hysterectomy. he wants to do it right away along with…
Reigning Cats and Dogs. (Little people with fur coats)
I notice in a lot of threads a lot of you have cats.This thread is to try to take your mind off everyday problems.Tell us about your little ones.We have 6,all ferel,trapped fixed and now living like royals. We had 10 but 4 passed. When Hospice first came they asked if any would run out the door.I told them if they do,in 2…
An analogy I wrote and wanted to share. Its called "Cracks of My Heart"
Cracks of My Heart If you trace my heart, you’ll find a maze of cracks. These cracks have different sizes, some are deep, others shallow, and all have their own shapes. The one thing they all have in common is that each one remembers someone who either were diagnosed with cancer, fought the savagery of cancer, or passed…
Chatroom blues
Just going to mention that you may be interested in knowing that chatrooms in general go through similar stages on the internet. Oftentimes issues arise that lead to hastles between some chatters but usually all settles out sooner or later. When a chatroom's subject matter has heavy emotional issues it's bound to happen…
Just read about someone needing a wig.
I gave a reply and realized her request was from 2008 (unanswered) If there is anyone needing one,my wife has one that she used twice and was uncomfortable. It is short/brownish. If anyone is in need I will refer you to the listing to see if it will work for you. dave
A place that tears built
Hello, We are trying to get volunteers together that would like to help with a special project for terminally ill patients and families. I had a mother and daughter that was diagnosed with cancer and sadly have lost both of them, however, my husband and I are looking to help others that are currently going through…
Family members/friends that just don't seem to care.
I haven't got alot of energy back yet but noticed that this topic seemed to be coming up a fair amount lately and since that is what I am dealing with, in spades right now, thought I would throw my 3 cents into the pool. Abandonment. It sucks doesn't it? Well take heart, if you can in something like that, in that you are…
Police escort - divorce
Hi again! Yes it is me, just needing to vent. I had hubby served on Wednesday with an Order of Protection, and removal from the home. It was not pretty. He had previously stated he would never leave. Well, surprise! He must be furious! He is out - until court on Monday, where the judge will decide if he is allowed back…
Unsupportive family
My 38 year old husband is having surgery next weeks for Kidney Cancer. We have 2 children, one who just turned 9 and a 4 year old. I have 5 brothers and sisters and not one of them has called or emailed me since this whole thing started 5 weeks ago. My Mom has told them what is happening so I know they know what is going…
Life After Breast Cancer
Life after breast cancer -- I like to call it a new shade of pink. Because life doesn't return to normal after cancer invades it. But after the incisions heal, the treatments end, and the hair grows back, life does eventually return to a new kind of normal. And then it's time to start thinking less about surviving and more…
Another Newbie
Hello everyone.My name is dave.I am caregiver to my wife Doreen. She was diagnosed with Colon cancer april 2010.She had surgery may 2010.Been on chemo since Aug 2010.Since then It has spread to her liver and bones.She left chemo on 09/09/10 and I am the primary caregiver. I am 73 yo.my wif celebrated her 69th on 08/31/10…
Gilda Clubs
Does any one go to The Gilda Clubs? There is one in Allegan Mi meets twicew a month they don't care what kind of cancer you have it is a meeting place. Even if you are just a support because you have been in these shoes.
9 months now
Its been 9 months since my mm passed away. Her bowel cancer spread to Liver (twice) to lungs and then back to bowel. We were aware of these as they showed up in the regular scans she had. She had several chemo treatments. Near the end she started to walk with a definite stoop to the left. A scan of her head at that stage…
Stress and cancer
Does anyone else here think that STRESS may have triggered off their cancer? I underwent an extremely stressful time the year before I was diagnosed. 1. My mother suffered and died of bowel cancer & I helped nurse her at home & it was one of the hardest things I have done. 2. My marriage ended 3. A man who I had fallen in…
You have been served.....
Well,I served my hubby with divorce papers last week. It has been a living hell ever since. I have been accused of all sorts of carnal acts, and harassed every nite and day. I am 10 months out of treatment for head & neck and doing well. As far as any emotional support, kindness, sympathy, empathy - nope! NaDa! It was…
Missing our friend Bluerose
It has been quite some time since I have seen our dear friend Bluerose post or reply on this board and I am wondering about her and how she is doing. Has anyone heard from her or know her circumstances? Perhaps taking a much needed break?

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