I meet people everyday who have some sort of tragedy because we are at a lot of medical appointments. We all sort of expect tragedy later in life and most of us will not escape it. James' cancer is not considered curable and his treatment is "palliative." We put this in the back of our minds or we would be sad all the time and this would ruin the time we have for "living." This week, I consulted with a respected surgeon regarding his options. Even the experienced expert teared up while we were talking and it reminded me of the seriousness of our situation. We are going to LA this week to explore more options and are trying to think outside the box to extend James' life. To see and meet him and to think that such a dynamic, athletic, intelligent man may have his life tragically cut short even affects his doctors.
I hope your week is filled with brilliant and daring doctors and maybe even a few stolen moments of enjoyment for the two of you if it can be swung. AQScott said it perfectly "your strength is inspiring."
these six words leapt out from the sermon I heard in church this morning. Thanks Pastor Jodi. (I attend a Baptist church which has two lady ministers on the pastoral team.)We can live with peace and joy no matter...
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L2L3 says,
I want to ask, yet I don't want to ask.jl333 says,
Backstory?Wench says,
Thoughts and prayers are with you, whatever it is.DynamicDbytheC says,
I meet people everyday who have some sort of tragedy because we are at a lot of medical appointments. We all sort of expect tragedy later in life and most of us will not escape it. James' cancer is not considered curable and his treatment is "palliative." We put this in the back of our minds or we would be sad all the time and this would ruin the time we have for "living." This week, I consulted with a respected surgeon regarding his options. Even the experienced expert teared up while we were talking and it reminded me of the seriousness of our situation. We are going to LA this week to explore more options and are trying to think outside the box to extend James' life. To see and meet him and to think that such a dynamic, athletic, intelligent man may have his life tragically cut short even affects his doctors.AQScott says,
Refreshing to hear that his doctors are sensitive...a sign he's in great hands. Best wishes as you battle this tragedy...your strength is inspiring.favepeep says,
Sending positive thoughts...TwoScoops says,
Keep the faith. "Living" your days enriches you both. Know that strangers care. Good luck in L.A. I'm hoping creative doctors are in your future.ba_miracle says,
I hope your week is filled with brilliant and daring doctors and maybe even a few stolen moments of enjoyment for the two of you if it can be swung. AQScott said it perfectly "your strength is inspiring."Bevvie says,
ditto the above well put best wishes for the two of you! 6 x 6 + 6 additional best wishes!