Saundra's in the hospital

saundra
saundra Member Posts: 1,370 Member
edited March 2014 in Ovarian Cancer #1
This is Joe, Saundra's husband. She is now at Baylor Medical Center in Dallas with a bowel obstruction -- an angry tumor about grapefruit size that appeared quickly over the last two months (when she had colostomy surgery. It's inoperable. Doctors here are considering doing a carboplatin/taxlol combination, which she responded very well to a couple of years ago. She developed an allergy to these drugs, but docs here say it can be administered slowly (24 hours) while she's in the hospital.

Her nutrition will now have to be IV NPT infusion.

We know this is her best and only shot at prolonging her life. Number one on her 'bucket list' is to have a reunion with our 3 kids and 6 grandkids the 2nd week in July. We're hopeful that we can make it.

We're sending prayers and thoughts for Bonnie, reading her CaringBridge posts whenever the appear. My laptop doesn't like Baylor's wireless, so I go across the street to McDonalds to read and post.

To husbands who are caregivers: remember, your number one job is to take care of your wife. All else is secondary. And I can truly relate to what you guys are feeling and dealing with. God bless.

Joe

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  • marleyboo2
    marleyboo2 Member Posts: 59
    #2
    Saundra
    Wow. That is so powerful Joe. I want you to know I will be praying for Saundra and you. I will also be praying for her wished reunion. Take care. I am praying!

    Deb
  • froggy1
    froggy1 Member Posts: 205
    #3
    Thinking of you both
    Hi Joe,
    It is so thoughtful of you to post, given your current situation. This is such sad news. As you know, Saundra is such a special part of this board. 'Hoping that the carbo will work and give her some relief. Bowel obstructions are rough, been there, but was able to have mine repaired.
    'Keeping you both in my thoughts and prayers, Ginny
  • sanam
    sanam Member Posts: 106
    #4
    Dear Joe
    My prayers for you
    Dear Joe
    My prayers for you both.I am new to this board and Saundra is such an inspiration to me.I love her and I will be thinking of you.Thanks for letting us know.
  • nancy591
    nancy591 Member Posts: 1,027 Member
    #5
    bad news
    your story brings tears to my eyes. I just hate it! My thoughts, prayers and love are with you all.

    Nancy
  • upsofloating
    upsofloating Member Posts: 466 Member
    #6
    I'm so sorry to hear of this
    I'm so sorry to hear of this occurring so soon after her surgery. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Saundra has been such a wonderful resource and supportive person here -- she's 'family' here as well. And she is so lucky to have you Joe. Take care, Annie
  • Unknown
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    upsofloating said:

    I'm so sorry to hear of this
    I'm so sorry to hear of this occurring so soon after her surgery. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Saundra has been such a wonderful resource and supportive person here -- she's 'family' here as well. And she is so lucky to have you Joe. Take care, Annie

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  • lindaprocopio
    lindaprocopio Member Posts: 1,980 Member
    #8
    unknown said:

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    adding my love to this thread ((((Saundra))))
    Hugs to you both. I see how my husband quietly suffers, and the sadness on his face when he thinks I'm not looking breaks my heart. I am so glad that Saundra has you. You are both in my prayers.
  • Hissy_Fitz
    Hissy_Fitz Member Posts: 1,834
    #9
    lindaprocopio said:

    adding my love to this thread ((((Saundra))))
    Hugs to you both. I see how my husband quietly suffers, and the sadness on his face when he thinks I'm not looking breaks my heart. I am so glad that Saundra has you. You are both in my prayers.

    I have no words. I am just
    I have no words. I am just so sad to hear this. I hate this disease with a passion.

    Carlene
  • LPack
    LPack Member Posts: 645
    #10
    Joe
    Joe,

    Thanks for sharing. Wow, I have not been on for awhile and both Saundra and Bonnie my two dearest teal online friends, I have a lump in my throat!!

    I am so glad to know that both you and Saundra know Jesus. Please tell Saundra I love her and you, too!

    Living for Eternity with Jesus,
    Libby
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    Unknown
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  • pjdreams
    pjdreams Member Posts: 77
    #12
    Joe
    Joe,

    Sending thoughts of strength and love your way as you struggle thru this latest chapter.

    Kindest regards,

    Paula
  • kayandok
    kayandok Member Posts: 1,202 Member
    #13
    So sorry,
    Joe, to hear about Saundra. Is she in any kind of pain from the obstruction? Is there any possibility of radiation? Praying for peace and strength for both of you in this storm. Keep us posted, when you have a chance.
    Love to both of you,
    kathleen
  • BonnieR
    BonnieR Member Posts: 1,526 Member
    #14
    prayers and even more prayers
    Dearest Joe, thank you for so much for taking the time to let us know. Saundra is always in my prayers but now I know where specifically to focus them. The docs are right I went in and got desentized over a 24 hour period and did not react. So praying the combo kicks the cancer's butt or at least barricades it for awhile. I think my last note to Saundra was singing praise to the lord ... I still am... because He made sure she got to the hospital in time.

    In my heart I really feel she will make the reunion with the kids, but if the docs have second thoughts...move it up, that is what I would do anyway or my kids would do.

    Thanks for checking on me also, Saundra and you are very special to me and in all the ups and downs I always see and hear the Lord shining and speaking through you both.

    I wish more husbands came here, wish they could read your post and respond. I think we all need to hear your words but the caregivers even more. It has to be much harder on the caregivers than us or that is what I have always felt.

    Tell Saundra she has the whole teal community lifting her up in prayer, we are each carrying her through this hurrdle..along with all the teal angels that are at her side.

    Much Much Love ♥ Prayers ♥ Hugs Bonnie
  • arbor3
    arbor3 Member Posts: 103
    #15
    My thoughts
    Saundra

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and Joe.

    Hugs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Dinora
  • eward
    eward Member Posts: 210
    #16
    God bless you and your
    God bless you and your family. So sorry to hear this. My heart breaks for you and for all suffering from this disease. I pray that you will be able to have the reunion you wish for.
    Eileen
  • Karen9182
    Karen9182 Member Posts: 60
    #17
    eward said:

    God bless you and your
    God bless you and your family. So sorry to hear this. My heart breaks for you and for all suffering from this disease. I pray that you will be able to have the reunion you wish for.
    Eileen

    My prayers
    Stil somewhat new to the board, but always gravitate to Saundras words of advice and encouragement. My prayers go out to both of you and your family. The reunion sounds like just what the doctor ordered... Prayers that the slow crab/taxol will do the trick for the time being and get you two united with your family. It is an obscene disease. Karen
  • Karen9182
    Karen9182 Member Posts: 60
    #18
    eward said:

    God bless you and your
    God bless you and your family. So sorry to hear this. My heart breaks for you and for all suffering from this disease. I pray that you will be able to have the reunion you wish for.
    Eileen

    My prayers
    Stil somewhat new to the board, but always gravitate to Saundras words of advice and encouragement. My prayers go out to both of you and your family. The reunion sounds like just what the doctor ordered... Prayers that the slow crab/taxol will do the trick for the time being and get you two united with your family. It is an obscene disease. Karen
  • Tina Brown
    Tina Brown Member Posts: 1,036 Member
    #19
    My heart goes out to you
    My heart goes out to you Joe. I was priviledged to witness my parents love for each other during my mum's illness. My dad never left her side and took are of her right up until the end. I was so happy that they were able have that time together right up until the end. Much love to you both and I will be thinking about you often.

    Tina xx
  • saundra
    saundra Member Posts: 1,370 Member
    #20
    BonnieR said:

    prayers and even more prayers
    Dearest Joe, thank you for so much for taking the time to let us know. Saundra is always in my prayers but now I know where specifically to focus them. The docs are right I went in and got desentized over a 24 hour period and did not react. So praying the combo kicks the cancer's butt or at least barricades it for awhile. I think my last note to Saundra was singing praise to the lord ... I still am... because He made sure she got to the hospital in time.

    In my heart I really feel she will make the reunion with the kids, but if the docs have second thoughts...move it up, that is what I would do anyway or my kids would do.

    Thanks for checking on me also, Saundra and you are very special to me and in all the ups and downs I always see and hear the Lord shining and speaking through you both.

    I wish more husbands came here, wish they could read your post and respond. I think we all need to hear your words but the caregivers even more. It has to be much harder on the caregivers than us or that is what I have always felt.

    Tell Saundra she has the whole teal community lifting her up in prayer, we are each carrying her through this hurrdle..along with all the teal angels that are at her side.

    Much Much Love ♥ Prayers ♥ Hugs Bonnie

    Joe responding
    Thank you, Bonnie. Sandy feels better now that the obstruction is resolving. We'll know more tomorrow. - Joe
  • msfanciful
    msfanciful Member Posts: 559
    #21
    Hello Joe,
    I am so sorry to
    Hello Joe,

    I am so sorry to hear about this latest obstacle for Saundra.

    I continue to pray for her to heal and get past this as to she is such an awesome woman who has given me (all of us), so much strength and hope.

    Please God, help Saundra to come through this as well.

    I just love Saundra, her strength her spirit and her wisdom.

    Love,

    Sharon

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