An Update on PinkKari09

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  • sdukowitz
    sdukowitz Member Posts: 250
    #42
    thinking of you
    KarLee,

    Thank you for posting .... my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.... may peace soon be with your mom and in time, with all of us who are with praying with you ....... please keep us posted when you can.... love from Alaska....Sue D
  • Megan M
    Megan M Member Posts: 3,000
    #43
    SIROD said:

    End of Journey

    I didn't know your mother but have been reading her story for a few years.  A valiant warrior in a disease that has no mercy.

    Wishing you and your family the best as you struggle helping your mother find the peace she earned.  May Kari's journey into the good night be a short one.  

    Best,

     

    Doris

    Hi Karlee.  I am sorry that

    Hi Karlee.  I am sorry that you had to post this news about Kari, but, I know that you are doing what Kari wanted you to do.  You're a very special daughter and I thank you for telling us.

    I will be praying for Kari and I am sending the biggest of hugs and lots of love to her!

    Kari is special to all of us and I still believe in miracles!

  • skipper54
    skipper54 Member Posts: 936 Member
    #44
    sdukowitz said:

    thinking of you
    KarLee,

    Thank you for posting .... my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.... may peace soon be with your mom and in time, with all of us who are with praying with you ....... please keep us posted when you can.... love from Alaska....Sue D

    Thank you for the update

    Sure wish it was better news.  I'll keep you, your mom, and the whole family in prayer.

     

  • skipper54
    skipper54 Member Posts: 936 Member
    #45
    sdukowitz said:

    thinking of you
    KarLee,

    Thank you for posting .... my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.... may peace soon be with your mom and in time, with all of us who are with praying with you ....... please keep us posted when you can.... love from Alaska....Sue D

    Thank you for the update

    Sure wish it was better news.  I'll keep you, your mom, and the whole family in prayer.

     

  • VickiSam
    VickiSam Member Posts: 9,079 Member
    #46
    mom62 said:

    Thank You for the Update

    KarLee,

    Your Mom has been a great inspiration to us all.  I personally do believe you are doing the right thing being her advocate.  It is exactly why she called on you to do it.  You are doing a fantastic thing for her by honoring her wishes.  I can only hope I have someone like you with me at the end.  I pray for her everynight and am sorry she has lost her communication ability with you, that must be hard.  It doesn't surprise me she did all those excursions, it is often called the surge.  Miles of love to both of you.

    ((hugs))

    Terry

     

    Karlee .. as you can see, your mom has a

    special place in each and every heart here on our 'support site'.  I love her to pieces --- My name is Vicki Sam.  Both Mom, and I started on this journey

    somewhat the same time.  She has always lived life with her 'boots on' , doing it her WAY!

    Kari is so so proud of YOU, and your Brother.  Remember Cancun,  I do.  She beamed with joy when she watched you graduated Nursing School,  she

    cried with happiness with you married, and worried when she ask you to help her on this last part of her journey. 

    I believe when Kari is looking out at you, she is recalling all the happiness, and joy both you, your brother and Husband have brought to her.

     

    I will never forget a shirt Kari has .. F$$$ Cancer -- she sported it while on vacation, wearing her cowboy hat! --- That's our Kari!

    Miles of love, hope and strength for you dear, KarLee.

    May our Lord grant courage, and serenity for all.

     

    Vicki Sam

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • survivorbc09
    survivorbc09 Member Posts: 4,374 Member
    #47
    Kat11 said:

    Dear Karilee, I am so sorry,

    Dear Karilee, I am so sorry, I know how hard this is. Your Mom is such a fighter. I hope she will relax for you. Thank you so much for keeping us posted. Even though we have never met your mom, and some pinks have. We Pinks know so much about each other we could really be sister's & brother's. We have traveled your Mom's journey with her and we will be with her until she is finished with it. Tell her we love her and we are right there with her. We are also here for you honey. So anytime now or later, we will be here. Love and Hugs for both.

    Kathy

    I'm so sorry Karlee that your

    I'm so sorry Karlee that your Mom is in hospice now.  My heart really aches for you and your family.  I will be here for her and for you.  Thank you for posting this news and give your Mom the biggest of hugs from me.

     

    Hugs, Jan

  • Alexis F
    Alexis F Member Posts: 3,598
    #48
    I say the same things every

    I say the same things every other pink sister on here says, and, that is how much I love Kari, respect her, admire her and will be praying for her.

    Her superwoman avatar really shows what she is!

    My hope, prayers and love to you, your brother and ofcourse for our Kari.

     

    Hugs, Lex

  • DianeBC
    DianeBC Member Posts: 3,881 Member
    #49
    Lynn Smith said:

    Thank You

    Thank You for the update on how your mom is doing.We all wondered about her recently when she hadn't posted.Glad she's comfortable but really wish things would be different.She is a brave Lady.

    Thinking of your mom and the family. Has to be hard around the holidays.

    Lynn Smith

    I will be praying for Kari

    I will be praying for Kari and I am sending big comforting hugs to you Karlee.  I was also very worried since I hadn't seen any post from Kari in some time.  Thank you for posting and sharing with us.

    Hugs, Diane

  • DebbyM
    DebbyM Member Posts: 3,289 Member
    #50
    pinkkari09 said:

    Overwhelmed

    Hello everyone. Sitting next to Mom in hospice and reading all of these comments sends overwhelming joy to me knowing that you were all such good support for her. I knew how much she cared for you guys but I did not understand the extent at which you all supported her and looked up to her. It truly is a blessing. 

    Thanks for all of the kind words and thoughts and prayers. Mom is doing well today, very restful, I think we have finally cought up on her medication so that she can relax. Her vital signs this morning are normal, she is just on a little oxygen for comfort, but she seems to be holding on to something. Her eyes are open quite a lot. Not sure what it is she is looking for. 

     

    Thanks Again,

    KarLee 

    It's easy to write kind words

    It's easy to write kind words about your Mom.  She is certainly a very special lady!  I've been praying for her and always look for any update from you Karlee. 

    How is she doing?

     

    Love to Kari and you!

  • missrenee
    missrenee Member Posts: 2,136 Member
    #51
    Alexis F said:

    I say the same things every

    I say the same things every other pink sister on here says, and, that is how much I love Kari, respect her, admire her and will be praying for her.

    Her superwoman avatar really shows what she is!

    My hope, prayers and love to you, your brother and ofcourse for our Kari.

     

    Hugs, Lex

    Haven't been on for a while, but KarLee,

    I wanted to also add how special your mom is to me.  She has been on my nightly prayer list for a very long time and continues to be an inspiration to me as well as all of us here.  Please give her our love and hugs--and also sending you some too.  You are a blessing, sweetheart.

     

    Hugs, Renee

  • camul
    camul Member Posts: 2,537
    #52
    Karlee

    I am so sorry that you and your mom are going through this.  How wonderful for her to have you as her advocate.  You are so right in how we all feel about your mom.  She is very special.  Prayers are coming your way for your whole family. 

    Hugs and prayers,

    Carol

     

  • Angie2U
    Angie2U Member Posts: 2,991
    #53
    Bella Luna said:

    Love You Kari

    KarLee... thank you for letting us know.  Your Mom is very dear to us.  She is such a vibrant, beautiful, and strong woman who we so admire and love.  I pray God grant your Mom, you, and the the family peace of mind and heart as she begins the next phase of her journey.  God bless.

    Ines

     

    I am sending miles of love to

    I am sending miles of love to you Kari!

  • Different Ballgame
    Different Ballgame Member Posts: 868
    #54
    It's Not Easy

    Dear KarLee,

    It's not easy watching a loved one being overtaken by cancer.  You are doing all that you can to bring peace, comfort, and joy to your mother, which are wonderful acts.  Thank you for letting us know how she is doing.  Not only is she in my prayers, but you are also.

    Lots of Hugs,

    Janelle

     

  • Pink Rose
    Pink Rose Member Posts: 493
    #55
    New Flower said:

    Dear KarLee

    Thank you very much for taking time to update us on your Mom conditions.  it is very hard to accept that her disease has escalated so quickly. You did best for your Mom, making her feel at peace and comfortable. 

    My thoughts are with you and your brother, wishing pain free time for my dear friend Kari.

    Olga

    I didn't have the pleasure of

    I didn't have the pleasure of knowing Kari but it is so obvious how special she is from all of these posts.  I will be praying also for Kari.

    Rose

  • pinkkari09
    pinkkari09 Member Posts: 877
    #56
    DebbyM said:

    It's easy to write kind words

    It's easy to write kind words about your Mom.  She is certainly a very special lady!  I've been praying for her and always look for any update from you Karlee. 

    How is she doing?

     

    Love to Kari and you!

    PinkKari09 Update 1/7/12

    KarLee posting an update:

    Mom is approaching the end of her second week since she was admitted to hospice. She is still nonverbal and has not ate or drank since admission. It is so difficult to see someone go through the amount of suffering that she has been through in the last weeks. I have always said that there is a reason for everything, but this is making it very hard to understand why anyone would possibly be dealt the cards that Mom has been dealt. 

    I hate to sound negative, but it is very difficult to understand why.

    Despite this, i do still count the blessings that have come out of this experience. I look back at all the things that Mom was able to do because of the life sustaining treatments that she was gifted. In the last year and a half she traveled to Texas, Arizona, Cancun, and Denver with her closest family and friends. She got to go on a river fishing trip, see her Son graduate and her Daughter get married. She had two more holiday seasons and thanksgivings, two more birthdays and countless conversations and opportunities to spend time with those who are closest to her. 

    Thinking about the positives helps. Makes things bearable. Makes me understand that there are prices to pay for everything in life. Mom got to have all those experiences, and now is paying the price. Still doesn't seem fair, but sometimes you can't make sense of everything.

    That's all for now. Sorry it took awhile to get an update posted. Sometimes it's hard to find the right words and I hate posting bad news for all you amazing fighters who are in the midst of all different stages of your battle. Just know that for every sad story, there is a happy story. Keep fighting and now that you are always on my mind and in my heart. 

    KarLee

  • DianeBC
    DianeBC Member Posts: 3,881 Member
    #57
    pinkkari09 said:

    PinkKari09 Update 1/7/12

    KarLee posting an update:

    Mom is approaching the end of her second week since she was admitted to hospice. She is still nonverbal and has not ate or drank since admission. It is so difficult to see someone go through the amount of suffering that she has been through in the last weeks. I have always said that there is a reason for everything, but this is making it very hard to understand why anyone would possibly be dealt the cards that Mom has been dealt. 

    I hate to sound negative, but it is very difficult to understand why.

    Despite this, i do still count the blessings that have come out of this experience. I look back at all the things that Mom was able to do because of the life sustaining treatments that she was gifted. In the last year and a half she traveled to Texas, Arizona, Cancun, and Denver with her closest family and friends. She got to go on a river fishing trip, see her Son graduate and her Daughter get married. She had two more holiday seasons and thanksgivings, two more birthdays and countless conversations and opportunities to spend time with those who are closest to her. 

    Thinking about the positives helps. Makes things bearable. Makes me understand that there are prices to pay for everything in life. Mom got to have all those experiences, and now is paying the price. Still doesn't seem fair, but sometimes you can't make sense of everything.

    That's all for now. Sorry it took awhile to get an update posted. Sometimes it's hard to find the right words and I hate posting bad news for all you amazing fighters who are in the midst of all different stages of your battle. Just know that for every sad story, there is a happy story. Keep fighting and now that you are always on my mind and in my heart. 

    KarLee

    I don't know how difficult

    I don't know how difficult this is for you Karlee, but, I try to imagine. Thank you for the update as we all continue to pray for Kari and for you.

    Love to you all,

    Diane

  • Ctine70
    Ctine70 Member Posts: 150
    #58
    pinkkari09 said:

    PinkKari09 Update 1/7/12

    KarLee posting an update:

    Mom is approaching the end of her second week since she was admitted to hospice. She is still nonverbal and has not ate or drank since admission. It is so difficult to see someone go through the amount of suffering that she has been through in the last weeks. I have always said that there is a reason for everything, but this is making it very hard to understand why anyone would possibly be dealt the cards that Mom has been dealt. 

    I hate to sound negative, but it is very difficult to understand why.

    Despite this, i do still count the blessings that have come out of this experience. I look back at all the things that Mom was able to do because of the life sustaining treatments that she was gifted. In the last year and a half she traveled to Texas, Arizona, Cancun, and Denver with her closest family and friends. She got to go on a river fishing trip, see her Son graduate and her Daughter get married. She had two more holiday seasons and thanksgivings, two more birthdays and countless conversations and opportunities to spend time with those who are closest to her. 

    Thinking about the positives helps. Makes things bearable. Makes me understand that there are prices to pay for everything in life. Mom got to have all those experiences, and now is paying the price. Still doesn't seem fair, but sometimes you can't make sense of everything.

    That's all for now. Sorry it took awhile to get an update posted. Sometimes it's hard to find the right words and I hate posting bad news for all you amazing fighters who are in the midst of all different stages of your battle. Just know that for every sad story, there is a happy story. Keep fighting and now that you are always on my mind and in my heart. 

    KarLee

    Karlee

    Thank you for the update. I am so sad to hear about your mom. Although I haven't been on the board too long I always found her to be my inspiration. She is an amazing women and you are a wonderful daughter

    you will both be in my thought and prayes 

     

  • Alexis F
    Alexis F Member Posts: 3,598
    #59
    Ctine70 said:

    Karlee

    Thank you for the update. I am so sad to hear about your mom. Although I haven't been on the board too long I always found her to be my inspiration. She is an amazing women and you are a wonderful daughter

    you will both be in my thought and prayes 

     

    I don't know if it's my

    I don't know if it's my computer or what, but all I see from Karlee's latest update today on Kari is a bunch of symbols. 

    Anyone else see just symbols? Frown

  • Clementine_P
    Clementine_P Member Posts: 518 Member
    #60
    DianeBC said:

    I don't know how difficult

    I don't know how difficult this is for you Karlee, but, I try to imagine. Thank you for the update as we all continue to pray for Kari and for you.

    Love to you all,

    Diane

    It happened to me too

    I took out the formatting though and here is what she said:

     

     

    PinkKari09 Update 1/7/12

    KarLee posting an update:

    Mom is approaching the end of her second week since she was admitted to hospice. She is still nonverbal and has not ate or drank since admission. It is so difficult to see someone go through the amount of suffering that she has been through in the last weeks. I have always said that there is a reason for everything, but this is making it very hard to understand why anyone would possibly be dealt the cards that Mom has been dealt.

    I hate to sound negative, but it is very difficult to understand why.

    Despite this, i do still count the blessings that have come out of this experience. I look back at all the things that Mom was able to do because of the life sustaining treatments that she was gifted. In the last year and a half she traveled to Texas, Arizona, Cancun, and Denver with her closest family and friends. She got to go on a river fishing trip, see her Son graduate and her Daughter get married. She had two more holiday seasons and thanksgivings, two more birthdays and countless conversations and opportunities to spend time with those who are closest to her.

    Thinking about the positives helps. Makes things bearable. Makes me understand that there are prices to pay for everything in life. Mom got to have all those experiences, and now is paying the price. Still doesn't seem fair, but sometimes you can't make sense of everything.

    That's all for now. Sorry it took awhile to get an update posted. Sometimes it's hard to find the right words and I hate posting bad news for all you amazing fighters who are in the midst of all different stages of your battle. Just know that for every sad story, there is a happy story. Keep fighting and now that you are always on my mind and in my heart.

    KarLee

     

  • lintx
    lintx Member Posts: 697
    #61
    Alexis F said:

    I don't know if it's my

    I don't know if it's my computer or what, but all I see from Karlee's latest update today on Kari is a bunch of symbols. 

    Anyone else see just symbols? Frown

    Me too, Lex

    I don't know how Clementine converted it, but I'm thankful.  It is hard to even get on this site.  Very frustrating.  When I finally did and saw symbols, I had no clue how to correct it.  Not that computer savvy.  So, if you see this Clementine, give us a lesson!  Thanks so much for your help.  Lex and I appreciate it:)

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