OT- my mom :(

Thanks Karen. Much appreciated.

Very sad news, Sirene, and I'm so sorry that your family must deal with this.  As hard as it is, try to stay positive and remember that there have been so many advances in cancer care and treatment over the years from which your mother most definitely will benefit.  Keeping you and yours in my prayers.  

Thanks Megan

big hugs, and lots of positive energy, Sirene. I wish you all the best as you and your mom go through this fight.

thanks so much Monica.

I'm so sorry to hear this, Jennifer!  Hopefully with your support, this blip in the road will be a distant memory before long and all will be well again.

Thanks Sandy. When its a memory I will be happy because every morning when I wake up I think....was that a dream?

I went through this journey with my mom just this spring.  It isn't easy.  I made myself the promise when we found out that, regardless of how it ended, I would handle myself in a way that both she and I could be proud of in the end.  Needless to say, this type of trauma is a prime time to get off track in your own journey toward health.  I eventually figured out that looking after myself through the process, not just lookingafter her, was a gift I could give to my mom.  Moms always worry about their kids.  By maintaining my progress toward a healthy weight, I was able to show her that if it turned out that her journey would end badly, she would KNOW that I was going to be ok. Not only would I be physically healthy, but I was able to demonstrate an inner resolve that she knew she could rely on as well. It gave her peace of mind.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.  Get in touch if you need anything, even if it is just someone to bring you coffee as you spend countless hours at the hospital.  Try to make it out to the meeting next week.  Hugs.

Janet

Thanks Janet. I will try

Thanks Janet. I remember your posts about what you were going through with your mom. I can only hope to be as strong as you.
I will try to make it out but she is in Shawville and I live near Hawkesbury. 2.5 hours each way makes for very long days.