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[spr1975wshs]

Mom is in a bad way, metastasis to her brain from the abdominal cancer for which she had surgery a year ago, in August.
At that time, the surgeon estimated recurrence likely in 3 - 5 years.

She was 2 months past 82 at time of surgery, decided the ill effects of chemo outweighed the possible benefits.
It's a matter of days, have her in hospice at home. 3 of my nieces are experienced in elder and end of life care.
They are a great care team, along with the hospice nurse and home health aide.

 

[RoseRed]

My thoughts are you with you.

 

[vraiblonde]

Hugs to you and your mom

 

[Louise]

So sorry to hear your news. Sending hugs and prayers your way.

 

[Sneakers]

Glad you can be with her and she has such good support family.

 

[frequentflier]

 

[lmor]

Aw, I am so sorry.

 

[Bann]

Aww, it's so hard when our parents get ill. It's good that you can be with her right now.

 

[spr1975wshs]

Thanks all!
It's a horrid reason for a family gathering, but it does drive home that no matter the years and miles, we come together when the chips are down.

 

[PeoplesElbow]

I'm sorry to hear that, hang in there.

 

[tuffenuff2]

 

[stgislander]

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

 

[CRHS89]

So sorry to hear about your mom. Sending hugs and prayers for strength and comfort.

 

[luvmygdaughters]

So sorry to hear about your Mom. Glad you can be there with her, prayers for you and your family to help get through this.

 

[LightRoasted]

If I may ...

You are so blessed to still have and be with her. More so that you may be at her side in her last moments. Any son would be most fortunate. Though the experience painful, the love present ensures healing and leaves memories of a life well lived and loved. My condolences. I wish you healing and peace.

 

[spr1975wshs]

Thanks again folks.

My mom, Jean P Robinson, passed away quietly in her sleep earlier this evening having been visited over the past 2 weeks by her 2 sisters, all 4 of us children, the 6 grandchildren, 7 great grand children, and a select few family friends.

 

[Ken King]

Thoughts and prayers.

 

[RoseRed]

My condolences.

 

[Louise]

Thanks again folks.

My mom, Jean P Robinson, passed away quietly in her sleep earlier this evening having been visited over the past 2 weeks by her 2 sisters, all 4 of us children, the 6 grandchildren, 7 great grand children, and a select few family friends.

I am so glad you could be with her. I wasn’t so fortunate. It is great that so many on this forum are there for you. The circle of life Is not easy.

 

[wubbles]

Glad to see your family saw her off well. Take care!