Say a prayer/good thoughts for my Grandpa.

[Stackie]

My grandpa was diagnosed with colon cancer 9 years ago and has been in and out of remission 3 times. After his long fight he is doing very bad. The cancer is in his liver, spine, intestines, stomach, hip, lympnodes, among other places..it's basically taken him over. He would always be at the golf course either to actually play, or to play cards with his friends, even after his chemo/radiation treatments. However this past month he has not been able to leave his house. He no longer has any appetite and it is a surprise if he eats even a small amount a day. He can no longer get out of bed and go to his doctor visits by himself. My grandma has told all of us to be prepared, because she thinks his fight is coming to it's end.

If everyone could please keep my grandpa and my family in their thoughts and/or prayers, it would be greatly appreciated. I haven't lost a very close family member before so this is really hitting me and everyone else very hard.

Thank you.

 

[Sasha]

I'm very sorry to hear about your Grandpa. I'm in the same boat as well. My Opa was diagnosed with colon cancer on February 19th, and it has already spread to his liver. I haven't lost any close family members either... so I completely understand.

I will pray for you, your Grandpa and your family. I wish you all the best. Take care.

 

[pricklesnquills]

Very sorry to hear about your grandpa! I'll definitely be praying. I have had several family members that have had cancer(dad, grandpa, great grandmother, great grandfather...)... So I know how tough it can be

Hugs!

 

[Silverrose]

Prayers and best wishes from us to you, your grandpa, and your family.

 

[Jenn]

My grandpa died when I was in high school from colon cancer and it was very traumatic to slowly watch him die in the hospital. It is a time I will never forget and can certainly relate to you and your situation. I am so sorry your Grandpa has taken a turn for the worse. Be there with him, let him know how much you love him, say your goodbyes so you have closure and no lingering regrets. Think of what a wonderful person he is and let that fill your heart. He will always have a special place there.

You and your grandpa and family are in my thoughts and prayers.

 

[Parkerspetchins]

Sending good thoughts Stacie, I am sorry to read about your Grandpa.

 

[eroomlorac]

My thoughts are with you at this time. I wish your Grandpa peace and I hope he is as pain free as possible.

 

[starleomach]

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

 

[addictedtochins]

Stacie, I'm so sorry. I lost my mom to a brain tumor. I hope you can get your grandma to accept some help taking care of him, it's physically and emotionally draining. Does your family live nearby? You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Theresa

 

[macygray]

Oh, Stacie. As you know I too lost my only Granda (didn't know my other grandfather) to cancer. It was a long hard fight. He had no intentions of giving up and was very stubborn towards the end.

Little things each day made him SO happy. I used to come from the vets and tell him my stories and then he would brag to EVERYONE. That really kept him going and happy. Obviously not 100% but he always thought about that.

Hopefully your Granda will get the proper medical care is as painfree as possible. I really don't know what to write - It has a huge effect on everyone. Sorry Stacie. All the best. Prayers being said.

Infact, it still hasn't sunk in yet for me - it was 7 months ago. Just a big blur in general but can remember everything if I want to. He comes regulary into our dreams...alot less for me now though. Mum told him to give plenty of signs and he is doing so....They love turning our lights off and other strange things. Chills in rooms etc. Hehe.

 

[peachydays]

Stacie, I'm so sorry to read this. Your grandfather sounds like an amazing and strong person. I lost my grandmother to cancer, and I can understand how painful this is. I will be keeping you and your family in my prayers. Big hugs.

 

[Laurie]

Stacie I am so sorry to hear the news of your grandfather's cancer spreading. Words are never enough to help or heal, but they are all we have. I'm glad your grandfather has fought so long and hard and that you've all had more time with him.
As a Christian I know when the time comes your grandfather will finally be at peace in a place where cancer will never again touch him. I hate cancer more than I hate anything in this world!
My thoughts are with you Stacie--you are a wonderful young woman and I'm sure a light in his life through all your years with him.
Blessings to you and your family my dear friend Stacie.

 

[Stackie]

Thank you everyone. I let my grandma know that if there is anything I can do, to let me know. They are both stubborn about accepting help. I went to visit my grandpa but he is just so tired that it wears him out within minutes.

 

[Eclypse]

I am so sorry to hear about your grandpa, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I have lost a close family member (lost my neice when she was 4 to cancer) its very hard. Just think of all the god things and it's not quite as hard. Hugs from my family to yours!

 

[Doolittle]

Stacie I am so sorry to hear the news of your grandfather's cancer spreading. Words are never enough to help or heal, but they are all we have.


As a Christian I know when the time comes your grandfather will finally be at peace in a place where cancer will never again touch him. I hate cancer more than I hate anything in this world!
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That is VERY true Lan:hug2:

Stacie..take some comfort that when his time "comes", there is a better place where he will be free from pain and suffering and be complete in body again. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.

 

[Stackie]

Thank you everyone. He is still in the hospital...not much change either. They are doing a brain scan on him today.

To add to it, my mother was admitted to the hospital yesterday because she was throwing up blood. She's a pill addict and took a bunch of caffeine pills along with sleeping pills. The caffeine pills dehydrated her. There is something wrong with her white blood cells so they are keeping her there for tests.

 

[Stackie]

Just got home from visiting my grandpa and mom.

The MRI showed that grandpa's cancer has spread to his brain. They are going to start treatment today and should know if it's going to be effective in the next 2-3 days. He is very nauseous and still wants nothing to eat, and very very tired...all caused by the tumor and his treatment. He is down to 130 pounds..he looks like skin and bones. It broke my heart to see him like that..but I'm trying to be as strong as I can for my grandma. We need prayers now more than ever.....

My mom is doing better. She is getting released tomorrow.

 

[Parkerspetchins]

Stacie, I am glad your mom is OK. Will be hoping for your Grandpa's treatment to work as well. Keep strong.

 

[Stackie]

Well, mom just found out today that she actually as a MRSA infection, she is in isolation at the hospital.

Grandpa had a better day today..when I went to visit him he was sitting up in bed and alert, a big change from yesterday..he could barely even open his eyes. Definitely lifted some spirits. Hopefully he continues to improve.

 

[Laurie]

Stacie,
See if your grandpa will drink Ensure--or any kind of protein shake. The biggest problem with cancer treatment is lack of appetite--but cancer treatment works best when the patient is healthy (hard to associate health with cancer) so the more he can try to not lose weight, the better.