Comments on: CANCER TALES Life, including cancer, was a trip

By: Qfzcyxdg

Qfzcyxdg — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:29:45 +0000

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By: lovelyliz

lovelyliz — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 18:44:55 +0000

My father went into the hospital on a Tuesday in April for what was to be a simple in and out in 2 days procedure. My mother was scheduled to have a mastectomy the following Wednesday long after Dad was supposed to be out of the hospital. Unfortunately his kidney shopped functioning and Dad was transferred around midnight, placed immediately into intensive care. He stabilized and Mom went ahead with the operation as scheduled because when she was first diagnosed, Dad said she was the priority. So Mom went in on Wednesday and out on Thursday. She stayed home for 2 days and then made the daily trips to see Dad who died a week later.

Can you imagine packing up your drains to attend your husband’s funeral? Luckily my brother who lives with Mom really stepped up. He’s always needed to be the knight in shining armor, which lead to so really bad relationships, but he been there for her ever since. And now Mom is going to live to see another grandchild born. One she’s convince was conceived after a year of trying because once in heaven, Dad had to find somethi9ng to do.

By: Herve

Herve — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 21:25:30 +0000

touching and inspiring…

By: Zletr Blake

Zletr Blake — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 19:20:00 +0000

Thank you for your article. My story is so unlike yours but my husband of 4 years was diagnosed with prostrate cancer and subsequently did not make it. My reaction to the diagnoses was completely selfish because I turned to my husband and made him promise to beat this thing. He lived only 13 more months after the diagnose. I am happy that Herb made it and C Timmons, you work with a dynamic group of people. Its news like that that make me continue to believe in people at the workplace being just as human as I had prayed they would be. Very touching indeed.

By: C Timmons

C Timmons — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 18:28:03 +0000

I had a similar diagnosis, but a COMPLETELY different response from my employer. Like Herb, I was diagnosed in late 2007.

Unlike Herb, I had actually vacated by position only one month prior to my diagnosis. Not surprisingly, my new employer’s disability insurance company refused to offer me coverage. Upon hearing of my condition and challenges, my former employer offered me my former position and colleagues in my office came together and DONATED A YEAR OF SICK LEAVE! It was critical to my successful treatment and healing! H&N cancer treatment is a painful one and it completely wiped me out. I would have never paid the mortgage without the kindness and material support of my employer and colleagues. Their support saved my live.

By: Anne Weeks

Anne Weeks — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:51:46 +0000

What is head and neck cancer?

By: Uncle Irving

Uncle Irving — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:51:39 +0000

I am pleased with your message and happy that my prayers were answered. I send much Love to all of you.

By: Clif Thorp

Clif Thorp — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:37:41 +0000

I find your story truly inspirational… I was diagnosed with head and neck cancer this past February… although most of my family (on my mother’s side) have died of cancer ranging in age from 18 – 43… my reaction to my diagnosis surprised me. I was overcome with a feeling of selflessness… my reaction was not “how does this affect me” but “how is this going to affect my friends and family”… I finally realized that of all the people in my life… I was the least important to me!

Yesterday my youngest brother told me that in a conversation with a cousin he said that if I was asked what were the best 5 months out of my 53 years… I would say the last 5 months… he was right… best of luck… hope to meet you down the road… years from now…

By: Karen Martin

Karen Martin — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 23:21:29 +0000

Your story inspired me and gave me hope. I am not battling cancer, but I am battling other health issues. He is a hero and what a wonderful wife you are to stand by him. I like that “he chose life” – So many people can learn and be encouraged. Jesus is the ultimate healer and I think it is great your husband is finally able to pursue his passion. Thank you for your story!

By: Brenda

Brenda — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 22:37:09 +0000

I hope your health and good luck continue! You all look so happy together! I love photography also but am just a beginner! Good luck and may GOD continue to Bless you!