I dont know why I am posting this here other than I am awake and need support even though it has nothing to do with WLS.

I just got home after spending the day at the hospital with my mother. She was just diagnosed with cancer.

It just seems unreal and I can't wrap my head around it. I mean....she's *my* mother. This can't be happening. That's my MOM!!

Again, I dont know why I am writing this other than to say.....I dont know. I can't sleep because I just keep thinking that this can't be happening.

 Sirene I'm so very sorry to hear about your Mom.   We always thinks these things happen to other people.  When it hits our own family, it's pretty traumatic news.  On the very positive side though is the fact that treatments and survival rates have really improved so much in the last few years.  I'll include your mom and your family in my prayers.

Thanks so much for your thoughts. We are all trying to stay positive right now until we know more :(

There is never an easy reply when some one you know or love has cancer.  My paternal side has been stricken with many types ... some survived, some, like my Dad, lost the battle.

Just remember to care of yourself throughout this time, so you can help you mom take care of herself.

Sending my thoughts to you and your family.

Thanks Tammy. Your thoughts are much appreciated.

I am so sorry for you and your family Sirene.  I have been where you are with my father more than once and it never comes as anything but a shock.  Over the next few days you will learn more your mom's unique situation and the challenges ahead.  At time you will feel helpful, sad, hopeless, ecstatic, and thoroughly exhausted and you will see who your friends are and who will stand by your mom.

It was an incredible jouney for me and my dad as we became so close, talked daily and talked about everything.  Though I was devastated when I lost him I have good memories to hold to.

You are early going and your shock and surprise and feeling sick is normal.

Best wishes to you all and write again if you would like to share more

Thank you Paula. Shock right now, is definitely the case.

I am so sorry that you have this on your plate right now. It is such a difficult thing to have to deal with. My mom was diagnosed with cancer when I was pregnant with my daughter. Pray and be there for each other. If you need someone to chat with let me know.

Heather

Thank you Heather

Sorry to hear of your mom's diagnosis.  I've been there too, it won't be easy, so I am praying you will find the strength needed to be there for her in whatever way she needs you to be, and that there is also someone that you can lean on when you need it.  Also praying for your mom.

(((hugs))) 
I know we don't know each other, but sometimes a hug is the only thing that helps...
Lori