Editgrl (Chris) Update

God rest her soul, now.  Praying for her, her family, and all of us facing the incredible tsunami that greets some people here on a daily basis.  

It is hard to hear this news. May Chris's family's fond memories carry them through this difficult time.

I am so sorry and saddened to hear of Chris (Editgirl's passing) and I will keep her in my thoughts and prayers.  She was such a nice woman.   There are a good number of  women that have passed away from our cancer over the past several years.  Hopefully, a cure will come for this terrible disease we all have gone through.

Cheerful

a/k/a Jane

So sorry to read this.  My prayers for her eternal peace and comfort during this difficult time for her loved ones.

Sandra

I am so sorry to hear this terribly sad news.  Chris was a shining star on this board and she will be fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.  Deepest condolences to her family and friends at this most difficult time. 

my family and I moved into a brand new home my parents had built. It was the summer of 1960 and the home was in Middletown, New Jersey. Not long after the move from New York, I walked alone in the subdivision. I remember very clearly feeling “grown up”. Here I was just a child, but I felt so mature because I was walking somewhere unfamiliar without an adult present. The subdivision was basically a large circle maybe a mile long. As I walked, I remember thinking about the purpose and meaning of life (and death) and acknowledging that I had no clue. I promised myself that I would some day in the distant future return to that subdivision as an adult and walk the same street and think about the purpose of life and death. My almost 8-year-old mind just knew that I would have all the answers to my life and death questions- I was certain that the answers would reveal themselves in my adulthood. Well here I am, heavily entrenched in my now “senior” years and I regret telling my childhood self that I still have no idea why we live and die.  If there is an existential purpose, perhaps it would make it easier to accept the loss of such a beautiful soul like Chris. I envy those with deep faith as I suspect that would help me to understand.

Abbycat2 said:

When I was seven-years-old

my family and I moved into a brand new home my parents had built. It was the summer of 1960 and the home was in Middletown, New Jersey. Not long after the move from New York, I walked alone in the subdivision. I remember very clearly feeling “grown up”. Here I was just a child, but I felt so mature because I was walking somewhere unfamiliar without an adult present. The subdivision was basically a large circle maybe a mile long. As I walked, I remember thinking about the purpose and meaning of life (and death) and acknowledging that I had no clue. I promised myself that I would some day in the distant future return to that subdivision as an adult and walk the same street and think about the purpose of life and death. My almost 8-year-old mind just knew that I would have all the answers to my life and death questions- I was certain that the answers would reveal themselves in my adulthood. Well here I am, heavily entrenched in my now “senior” years and I regret telling my childhood self that I still have no idea why we live and die.  If there is an existential purpose, perhaps it would make it easier to accept the loss of such a beautiful soul like Chris. I envy those with deep faith as I suspect that would help me to understand.

When I was getting chemo back in 2015, I watched a movie that had come on cable a few times. 
It is a beautiful story that might help you with your questions about life and death and why and when
we die. Cancer is central to the theme. The movie is called "The Winter's Tale" with Colin Farrell, Jenniffer
Connelley, Will Smith, Russell Crowe and William Hurt.  I found it interesting that it was on multiple times
while I was in treatment. but I haven't seen it come on TV since then. It always made me smile.

You might consider watching the movie if you get a chance.  I think you would like it. The cast is great
as well.  

Takingcontrol58

Just checking in now after a time off. I'm so sad and sorry to hear about Chris. I lurked a lot on this board and was fascinated by the treatment she had in Germany. She was so generous to write about it in such detail. What a warrior. RIP Editgirl.

Chris was always clear-thinking about her situation and full of information to share

for the benefit of the rest of us. I will miss her upbeat attitude and her contributions to this discussion board. I am sorry for all of her friends and family and all who knew her here. -j

I just read this post. Chris was one of the first ones to respond to my questions last year. It makes me sad to know she won't be here to help others. What a courageous fight she fought.