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Post by quiltz on Dec 21, 2017 21:06:10 GMT
I'm sorry for the news that you received. May your new doctor find a treatment for you. (((hugs)))
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Post by trollie on Dec 21, 2017 21:09:32 GMT
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Post by MDscrapaholic on Dec 21, 2017 21:10:25 GMT
What crappy news. I'm so sorry, Virginia. I'm amazed at your strength and your ability to look past what is happening to you. You are my hero.
May you have the most wonderful holidays ever. May you make beautiful memories to carry you into the new year. May the new doctor be amazing and help you anyway he/she can.
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Post by thundergal on Dec 21, 2017 21:13:52 GMT
Truly fucking unfair.
Wishing you a warm, snuggly cozy Christmas with your family and a hopeful, unexpected revelation for treatment in January.
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Post by scrapcat on Dec 21, 2017 21:15:10 GMT
I'm sorry to hear that - much love & light to you and your family.
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Post by crimsoncat05 on Dec 21, 2017 21:15:33 GMT
wow... tough news to get. I have also admired your spirit and perseverance through everything you've gone through... I hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday together and I'll think good thoughts for your appointment in January. ![](http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r481/2peasrefugees/Smilies/kiss.jpg.gif)
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Post by casii on Dec 21, 2017 21:16:05 GMT
Cancer sucks ass. I'm sorry things aren't responding and will be sending prayers, positive zaps and good energy your way for your appointment in January. Tell cancer you are too ornery and we need someone to tell us we're doomed.
Savor every moment this Christmas. I know a lot of us Peas will hug our families a little tighter while thinking of you.
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Post by Lexica on Dec 21, 2017 21:19:47 GMT
You know, it isn't often that I have difficulty putting my thoughts into words, but the thought of your current feelings coming true hits me hard and I don't know what I can say that conveys enough. I have always admired you on this board. Your witty comments, your sense of humor, and the advice you give to people are things I have always enjoyed reading, and want to continue for many years to come. When my son had cancer, we were at the end of our treatment hope here in California. Nothing was working and the surgeon couldn't even look me in the eye after my son's last procedure because he knew that his cancer was spreading everywhere and that it could not be cut out. He told my ex, then appeared quite emotional and rushed out of the room, leaving my ex to tell me.
My sister researched and found two Centers of Excellence for his particular type of cancer, one in Israel and the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota. We immediately booked him in to the Mayo Clinic and I have to say, I had the same fears you are dealing with right now. It is hard to find hope when one facility is out of things they can do for you.
These facilities have earned reputations as Centers of Excellence for a good reason. They work with more cases of a specific cancer than anywhere else in the world and have developed treatments and methods that are cutting edge and amazingly successful. My son was 9 years old when we boarded that plane for Minnesota. He will turn 35 tomorrow, and is cancer free.
Knowing how these facilities that have treated so many cases can turn things around for their patients, I am praying that Dr. Hammer will be able to do the same for you. Virginia, I will be thinking of you and hoping for the day that you can come and post that your cancer is taking a serious beat down at the U of Michigan. I have every reason to hope that your current feelings are wrong.
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Post by Linda on Dec 21, 2017 21:20:37 GMT
((((Hugs)))) and prayers. I'm so sorry that the news isn't better but I SO admire your spirit and strength
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Post by kibblesandbits on Dec 21, 2017 21:24:03 GMT
So sorry. Sending you peace.
The UofM performs miracles every day, here's hoping you get one too.
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Post by AussieMeg on Dec 21, 2017 21:24:38 GMT
Well that sucks. I'm sorry the immunotherapy wasn't successful. I'm wishing for you to have a lovely cozy Christmas with your family, and that your appointment on the 16th brings more positive news.
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Post by kikitwo on Dec 21, 2017 21:25:27 GMT
So sorry. Prayers coming your way.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 21, 2017 21:25:30 GMT
I very sorry. I wish you and your family a warm and cozy holiday.
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Post by cakediva on Dec 21, 2017 21:27:45 GMT
Oh my goodness - I'm so sorry to hear that.
Hugs to you and your family Virginia - may you have a wonderful Christmas together.
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Post by bessieb on Dec 21, 2017 21:28:23 GMT
I am just lost for words.. I hope you have a cosy and peaceful Christmas and pray that the 16th brings new options. Love and hugs
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Post by valincal on Dec 21, 2017 21:29:52 GMT
I am so sorry to hear this. I hope you have a relaxing (and uneventful) Christmas and New Year’s with your family. Take care. I’ll be thinking of you. 😘
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Post by withapea on Dec 21, 2017 21:31:00 GMT
This isn't the update I'd hoped for. I genuinely hope you and your family have the happiest time together. I'm sending all the good vibes and hope that your appt. in January brings some better news.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 21, 2017 21:32:11 GMT
They are finding new treatments for all kinds of cancer every day. I pray one of those will work for you!! Lexica that was so inspiring. My family has also been touched by the big "C" word. It's heartbreaking. I pray your Christmas is a special time for your family to be together! Sending lots of prayers and hugs your way.
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Post by donna on Dec 21, 2017 21:32:46 GMT
I am so sorry the scans were so bad. I hope you can get some better news in January with the new doctor.
Enjoy spending time with your family for the holidays. Jenjie advised me not to worry about making everything perfect. The important thing is spending time together. Hugs
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Post by zella on Dec 21, 2017 21:33:19 GMT
Well, fuck. I am so very very sad to hear this. Oh, Virginia, I'm so sorry. I wish you could have a lovely holiday season without this wretched shadow over everything. While I know this was expected, it doesn't make it any easier, does it? Cancer just sucks.
You have been so amazing through this fight. I wish there was a miracle for you.
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Post by snugglebutter on Dec 21, 2017 21:33:28 GMT
I can't imagine how you must be feeling right now. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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Post by snowsilver on Dec 21, 2017 21:33:32 GMT
Virginia, I can only offer you the one thing that my own heart believes is the finest medicine in the universe--and that is the tender regard of the Heavenly Father. I know you don't believe the way I do, but still I want to ask for you the best that **I** can offer. I will pray for you and pray earnestly. We don't always get that answer we want--but I believe He gives us the answer that is best for us.
I lost my brother to cancer and you remind me of him. He kept such a stiff upper lip. You have done the same. But I know there is fear and uncertainty. And beyond that there is the constant discomfort and even pain of the many medical procedures. I hope that you are given some comfort while you go through these. You have held your head high--and that is commendable. But know that people DO care and if you need to come here with tears, please know that is acceptable as well. You don't always have to be brave. It is perfectly fine to ask for hugs an love as well. The people here have it to give to you.
I am here if you ever need anyone to talk with. And so are many others.
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Post by yodutchess on Dec 21, 2017 21:34:49 GMT
Hugs to you. I hope there are options for you at UofM.
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Post by FrozenPea on Dec 21, 2017 21:36:07 GMT
Hugs
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Post by leannec on Dec 21, 2017 21:37:02 GMT
Hugs to you ... we are all here when you need to vent/talk
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Post by gailoh on Dec 21, 2017 21:37:41 GMT
i so hate any form of cancer...my good thoughts are with you to get some good news with this other doctor...hugs to you
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Post by KelleeM on Dec 21, 2017 21:40:31 GMT
I’m so sorry. I hope you and your family have a comfortable Christmas together.
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Post by lesley on Dec 21, 2017 21:41:11 GMT
There's nothing I can say that hasn't already been said. Like everyone else I'm so sorry that you've been given such crappy news. It's simply not fair. I fervently hope that Dr Hammer will have a Get Out of Jail Free card for you. Hugs.
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Post by gmcwife1 on Dec 21, 2017 21:42:05 GMT
I'm sorry the treatment hasn't been more successful ![:(](//storage.proboards.com/5645536/images/mYSUyHtG9Jrcmm_ydVcK.jpg) I truly hope the new doctor will have something else to offer that will work!
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Post by CeeScraps on Dec 21, 2017 21:45:43 GMT
I'm so very sorry that your news isn't better.
I hope your upcoming appointment will bring you some good news and new ideas on how to help you.
Enjoy your family time! Do what you can when you can!
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