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Jacenta, In the past I was considered "The Bad Daughter" but then
since I am the "only daughter" I think my parents figured out I'm the only chance they had to connect... And in deed the visit worked out well. Thanks for your thoughts.
posted by
Cynthia
on April 11, 2007 at 5:18 AM
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Reflectiononme, Yours is the hardest situation.
Cancer in a child is heartbreaking but can also lead to having hope in humanity as you have experienced.
I tried clicking on your link, it took me to CARING BRIDGE but the link to your page was broken...;-(
But my thoughts are with you and your son.
posted by
Cynthia
on April 11, 2007 at 5:15 AM
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Yes proc, it seems our great knowledge as humans in the world has just led
to greater challenges. However, in spite of everything, our average lifespan continues to increase.
posted by
Cynthia
on April 11, 2007 at 5:10 AM
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Azur Although the scientific research seems to say that a positive attitude
does not really affect the outcome of cancer, I don't believe it. I think peoples attitudes have a tremendous effect on their health.
I wish you success in winning the next round just as you won the first time.
posted by
Cynthia
on April 11, 2007 at 5:08 AM
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Yes Ginnie, You were right!
posted by
Cynthia
on April 11, 2007 at 5:04 AM
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Wiley you are sweet, kind man and I appreciate your Easter "gifts".
I was with my parents on Easter and it was only them and me, but it was all that we needed to have a very good day. Like you my mom has had skin cancer, but had it removed.
My goodness you and your loved ones have certainly had your share of the war on cancer. My husbands (he died some years ago) family was riddled with cancer too. They seem to be located in a part of Connecticut where the incidence of cancer is very, very high. So I believe there is an environmental component in their case. My husbands brothers and sisters all had cancer and they all worked in the tobacco fields during the summer to put themselves through colllege....
posted by
Cynthia
on April 11, 2007 at 5:03 AM
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Maj, As it turned out, it was indeed a good idea to go.
To be involved I think was better for them and for me. I just got back late last night and will write about it after the emotion subsides.
posted by
Cynthia
on April 11, 2007 at 4:56 AM
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TAPS I think you had it much harder than I.
Much as I love my dad, he is 83 years old and had a good long life. To fight this diisease with your son is a much braver task.
posted by
Cynthia
on April 11, 2007 at 4:54 AM
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Afzal Much thanks for your thoughts.
posted by
Cynthia
on April 11, 2007 at 4:51 AM
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Cynthia
You are a good daughter. I am sure they will delighted to have you there with them.
Godspeed.
posted by
jacentaOld
on April 8, 2007 at 8:07 PM
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CYNTHIA
MY SON HAS CANCER. AND IT WAS ONE OF THE HARDEST THING I EVER HAD TO GO THROUGH. HOWEVER, WE MADE IT THROUGH THE HARDEST PART. THE RUNNING BACK AND FORTH. HE IS ONLY 9 YEARS OLD. HE IS NOW RECEIVING CHEMO. HE HAD HIS THIRD COURSE ON THIS WEEK AND HE IS DOING FINE. YOU KNOW GOD AND PRAYER WILL CHANGE ANY SITUATION. BELIEVE ME I KNOW. WHEN I FOUND BLOGIT I FOUND OUT THAT MY SWEET LITTLE BOY HAD CANCER. AND WHEN I SAY THE PRAYERS AND THE POEMS POURED THROUHG MY POST. I WAS MOST RELIEVE. SEE PEOPLE HAVE AWAY OF MAKING YOU FEEL BETTER. ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS WRITE AND SAY I NEED A POEM AND WATCH HOW THEY COME. AND WITH FREINDS AND FAMILY PRAYING I MADE IT THROUGH.
I HAVE SOMETHING FOR YOU GO TO.
WWW.CARINGBRIDGE.ORG/VISIT/CARINGFORKENDRICK
THIS IS A WEB SITE I SET UP FOR MY SON. ANYONE WHO HAS CANCER CAN HAVE ONE. IF YOU START IT FOR YOUR DAD YOU WILL BECOME THE AURTHER. TRY IT. YOU WILL BE PROMPT TO PUT IN YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS TO GET ON TO THE SITE MY SON'S. YOU CAN EVEN LEAVE A COMMENT IN THE GUESS BOOK.
MY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FATHER AND FAMILY. PEACE AND LOVE.
posted by
Charnell_Lanay
on April 8, 2007 at 7:54 PM
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My apologies for the typos again!
Hit "send" too fast
posted by
majroj
on April 8, 2007 at 1:09 AM
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It seems cancer is just one more difficulty we have to cope with today.
God bless you,you
r dad and family as you face this new challenge.He is so lucky to be loved like this,by you and mum.
posted by
proc
on April 7, 2007 at 3:37 AM
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Cynthia
I think some people battle with cancer and some find a peace and live with it. I know people who've lived with it on and off for years. It sounds like your father is like that - to choose peace is a battle in itself.
I had cancer but was cured in single surgical procedure and have been clear 4 and a half years. I just heard I have a shady result on my annual test but they think it should NOT be nasty. Still it was a shock and I know it can happen again. My fight back is to maintain good health now which I am doing.
posted by
Azur
on April 6, 2007 at 10:47 PM
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HI CYNTHIA
TRY IT.
posted by
Charnell_Lanay
on April 6, 2007 at 11:52 AM
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That's the best thing to do Cynthia..
..just to be with him. He'll be thrilled to see you!! :)
posted by
ginnieb
on April 6, 2007 at 9:25 AM
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Cynthia
God Bless you and be blessed at Easter luv.
I am familiar with that beast, lost my Joycie to brain cancer, my dad to pancreatic cancer, my mum to stomach cancer,my brother Terry to colon cancer and my brother Dan lives with a colostomy. I was operated on to remove and patch up a skin cancer on my ear.
You are so right, it seems to just permeate life doesn't it. 
posted by
WileyJohn
on April 6, 2007 at 9:14 AM
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HAng tough, C.
Our best to your folks.
My fasther in law was a B-25 nav/bombadier in WWII and nearly in Korea (wound up instructing in New Mexico) and, when he was diagnosed, that geographically seperated node of the family (400 miles away) didn tell us at first, nor at the last. I thnk it's better to be involved, if only as emotional support, throughout.
posted by
majroj
on April 6, 2007 at 8:59 AM
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Cynthia
I wish you all the best. It is hard. I remember well the words of the doctor to my son, "We got it all." and later the words, "It is back." There is a world of emotion and uncertainty that surrounds both.
posted by
TAPS.
on April 6, 2007 at 6:47 AM
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Take care . God bless you .
posted by
afzal50
on April 6, 2007 at 6:16 AM
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