The "Fuck you cancer!" thread

[desertslave]

I've been juggling other things, too.

BUT...I heard from my brother earlier this week. He has a clean bill of health for his prostate CA and for his carotid artery stent. BIG relief here!

 

[thelaughingcat]

I've been juggling other things, too.

BUT...I heard from my brother earlier this week. He has a clean bill of health for his prostate CA and for his carotid artery stent. BIG relief here!

Fantastic news desertslave

 

[scotluvsoral]

I've been juggling other things, too.

BUT...I heard from my brother earlier this week. He has a clean bill of health for his prostate CA and for his carotid artery stent. BIG relief here!

Congratulations!!!

 

[intothewoods]

Thank you all so much.

My mom died last night.

It's such a dark time, but she is finally out of pain, and my dad can finally stop seeing it.

Fuck you cancer.

Haven't been around much. I'm just seeing this. So, so very sorry DGE. It's the worst thing. I know. I'm so sorry.

 

[DeepGreenEyes]

Haven't been around much. I'm just seeing this. So, so very sorry DGE. It's the worst thing. I know. I'm so sorry.

Thanks, ITW. I'm going to agree with you.

It's interesting how the loss of a parent leaves you grieving in such varied ways. Ways You don't anticipate. There's the hole - the void of the person. But there's grief for a family that feels ... off. As if someone entered your home while you were out for a walk and moved all the furniture.

Grief for the parent left behind. Their realizations that no, they don't need to buy half and half anymore. That this magazine goes straight into the recycling bin. Those turn my chest to concrete.

Grief for yourself as a child, because, fuck. Mom.

And then the grief present in the loss of everything dear: what was and what will never be.

On another note, I hope you're well - there are lots of swell new people here, but you're missed.

On another another note, I'm glad, desertslave. And Apple, FYC.

 

[Apple_of_Eden]

Missed

Thanks, ITW. I'm going to agree with you.

It's interesting how the loss of a parent leaves you grieving in such varied ways. Ways You don't anticipate. There's the hole - the void of the person. But there's grief for a family that feels ... off. As if someone entered your home while you were out for a walk and moved all the furniture.

Grief for the parent left behind. Their realizations that no, they don't need to buy half and half anymore. That this magazine goes straight into the recycling bin. Those turn my chest to concrete.

Grief for yourself as a child, because, fuck. Mom.

And then the grief present in the loss of everything dear: what was and what will never be.

On another note, I hope you're well - there are lots of swell new people here, but you're missed.

On another another note, I'm glad, desertslave. And Apple, FYC.

Thank you, DGE. I'm glad to see you're peeking out a little. Your words are echoed in my heart and have been since my Mom and Dad died.

"Grief for yourself as a child, because, fuck. Mom. And then the grief present in the loss of everything dear: what was and what will never be."

I promise, it takes a lot of time, but slowly, little by little, you come back to life. It's just different. The loss is always present and you deal with it in different ways, but you learn to cope. Hugs to you my friend.

Apple
FYC! each and every day!

 

[DeepGreenEyes]

Thank you, DGE. I'm glad to see you're peeking out a little. Your words are echoed in my heart and have been since my Mom and Dad died.

"Grief for yourself as a child, because, fuck. Mom. And then the grief present in the loss of everything dear: what was and what will never be."

I promise, it takes a lot of time, but slowly, little by little, you come back to life. It's just different. The loss is always present and you deal with it in different ways, but you learn to cope. Hugs to you my friend.

Apple
FYC! each and every day!

Thank you very much Apple.

 

[LucyBee01]

I haven't posted for a while and mainly lurk on this thread. Such raw sadness and comfort.

My mum has myeloma. She went for further tests this week to see if she is fit enough to undergo some powerful stem cell treatment that kicks the cancer on its ass for a couple of years. She has got the all clear for it. She is pleased and so this month holds a lot of day visits to hospital and then next month a whole month in hospital in isolation undergoing some nasty treatment. That is the bit I am scared about right now - for her, for me, for my Dad. Sounds like it will be a real ordeal. She is probably stronger than I am giving her credit for, but it will cut me to the bone to see her suffer.

 

[scotluvsoral]

I haven't posted for a while and mainly lurk on this thread. Such raw sadness and comfort.

My mum has myeloma. She went for further tests this week to see if she is fit enough to undergo some powerful stem cell treatment that kicks the cancer on its ass for a couple of years. She has got the all clear for it. She is pleased and so this month holds a lot of day visits to hospital and then next month a whole month in hospital in isolation undergoing some nasty treatment. That is the bit I am scared about right now - for her, for me, for my Dad. Sounds like it will be a real ordeal. She is probably stronger than I am giving her credit for, but it will cut me to the bone to see her suffer.

Think only positive thoughts for your Mom, LucyBee. Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way for you and your family!

 

[IrisAlthea]

I haven't posted for a while and mainly lurk on this thread. Such raw sadness and comfort.

My mum has myeloma. She went for further tests this week to see if she is fit enough to undergo some powerful stem cell treatment that kicks the cancer on its ass for a couple of years. She has got the all clear for it. She is pleased and so this month holds a lot of day visits to hospital and then next month a whole month in hospital in isolation undergoing some nasty treatment. That is the bit I am scared about right now - for her, for me, for my Dad. Sounds like it will be a real ordeal. She is probably stronger than I am giving her credit for, but it will cut me to the bone to see her suffer.

It's great that the tests show that she can go through with treatment.

My mother spent lots time in isolation when she was getting treatment and a tip is to making it easy to stay in touch via phone and perhaps skype etc.
I hope it turns out to be as un-nasty and as effective as possible.

FYC!

 

[cascadiabound]

My mom just got some news that the recommendation for her chemo treatment has changed from one year to 3 years. this sucks.

FYC.

 

[Apple_of_Eden]

My mom just got some news that the recommendation for her chemo treatment has changed from one year to 3 years. this sucks.

FYC.

So sorry cascadia, my heart goes out to your mom, you, and your family. It's difficult to have to go through all of that. Be positive, stay strong, and give her all the love you have to give.

Apple

Quoting DGE here, because it is the perfect quote and it fits the situation.

"Grief for yourself as a child, because, fuck. Mom. And then the grief present in the loss of everything dear: what was and what will never be."

Today is the anniversary of my Mom's death. I think of her daily, but most especially today. I miss her greatly and my heart still hurts. "What was and what will never be," hits hard on days like this. I miss you mom, and I love you with all my heart and soul. (something she always said)

Ok, so she's most likely will not to happy to read this on a porn...I mean erotica site! But hey, she knows me and my tastes for things a bit off the norm.

Apple
FYC!!!

 

[cascadiabound]

Today is the anniversary of my Mom's death. I think of her daily, but most especially today. I miss her greatly and my heart still hurts.

Apple
FYC!!!

These anniversaries are tough. Thinking of you, Apple.

 

[scotluvsoral]

My mom just got some news that the recommendation for her chemo treatment has changed from one year to 3 years. this sucks.

FYC.

That sucks! Positive thoughts and pravers for you and yours!!!

So sorry cascadia, my heart goes out to your mom, you, and your family. It's difficult to have to go through all of that. Be positive, stay strong, and give her all the love you have to give.

Apple

Quoting DGE here, because it is the perfect quote and it fits the situation.

"Grief for yourself as a child, because, fuck. Mom. And then the grief present in the loss of everything dear: what was and what will never be."

Today is the anniversary of my Mom's death. I think of her daily, but most especially today. I miss her greatly and my heart still hurts. "What was and what will never be," hits hard on days like this. I miss you mom, and I love you with all my heart and soul. (something she always said)

Ok, so she's most likely will not to happy to read this on a porn...I mean erotica site! But hey, she knows me and my tastes for things a bit off the norm.

Apple
FYC!!!

These anniversaries get so hard sometimes...triggering grief and a sense of loss. My mom told me, just before she passed, that the older you get, the more loved ones you lose and the more sad days can come your way. She then said, your job, is to remember the joy you shared with those people, so that is what really matters! So I try it, admittedly with mixed results!

 

[LucyBee01]

Think only positive thoughts for your Mom, LucyBee. Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way for you and your family!

Thank you scotluvsoral, that is a good reminder. And reminds me to be thankful for each day and look at the sky rather than down at my shoes, metaphorically speaking.

It's great that the tests show that she can go through with treatment.

My mother spent lots time in isolation when she was getting treatment and a tip is to making it easy to stay in touch via phone and perhaps skype etc.
I hope it turns out to be as un-nasty and as effective as possible.

FYC!

Thank you IrisAlthea. It is good she can have this treatment and thank you for the tip. I have never had a loved one in isolation in hospital before, so not quite sure what to expect.

 

[La damnee elle la licorne]

 

[cmslt2326]

Grrrr...

So frustrated.

An infection in my chest (where my port stent is) and a decimated white count means chemo has to be pushed back a week. The antibiotic tears my stomach up and between that and the chemo the nausea is overwhelming...sooo weary..

I fucking HATE Cancer!!!

 

[La damnee elle la licorne]

 

[cmslt2326]

Rest well, fight that infection.

Thank you Gianbattista.

 

[LucyBee01]

My best wishes of strngth insuppport to you lucybee, and wishes of health for your mother

Thank you Elle.

So frustrated.

An infection in my chest (where my port stent is) and a decimated white count means chemo has to be pushed back a week. The antibiotic tears my stomach up and between that and the chemo the nausea is overwhelming...sooo weary..

I fucking HATE Cancer!!!

Look after yourself. And amen to FYC!

 

[DeepGreenEyes]

I haven't posted for a while and mainly lurk on this thread. Such raw sadness and comfort.

My mum has myeloma. She went for further tests this week to see if she is fit enough to undergo some powerful stem cell treatment that kicks the cancer on its ass for a couple of years. She has got the all clear for it. She is pleased and so this month holds a lot of day visits to hospital and then next month a whole month in hospital in isolation undergoing some nasty treatment. That is the bit I am scared about right now - for her, for me, for my Dad. Sounds like it will be a real ordeal. She is probably stronger than I am giving her credit for, but it will cut me to the bone to see her suffer.

My mom just got some news that the recommendation for her chemo treatment has changed from one year to 3 years. this sucks.

FYC.

Today is the anniversary of my Mom's death. I think of her daily, but most especially today. I miss her greatly and my heart still hurts. "What was and what will never be," hits hard on days like this. I miss you mom, and I love you with all my heart and soul. (something she always said)

Ok, so she's most likely will not to happy to read this on a porn...I mean erotica site! But hey, she knows me and my tastes for things a bit off the norm.

Apple
FYC!!!

So frustrated.

An infection in my chest (where my port stent is) and a decimated white count means chemo has to be pushed back a week. The antibiotic tears my stomach up and between that and the chemo the nausea is overwhelming...sooo weary..

I fucking HATE Cancer!!!

Truly heartfelt affection for you all.

F.Y.C.

That is all.

 

[cmslt2326]

Thank you Elle.



Look after yourself. And amen to FYC!

Thanks LucyBee.

 

[boomer177]

So frustrated.

Chemo has had to be pushed back a week.

Edging is one thing, but chemo-edging? Damn.

This, too, shall pass, my friend.

Thinking of you all.

 

[cmslt2326]

Edging is one thing, but chemo-edging? Damn.

This, too, shall pass, my friend.

Thinking of you all.

Thank you boomer...never thought of it that way. This made me smile

 

[GoAztecs]

My mom just got some news that the recommendation for her chemo treatment has changed from one year to 3 years. this sucks.

FYC.

So sorry to read this, sending positive thoughts.

I can't imagine doing chemotherapy for that long