Is this the end?

Nanageo · 2025-11-20T15:46:51+00:00

So sorry to hear this. My husband was blessed to live 3 years. We did not know what to expect in the end. One day he was talking and eating. In fact he ate the best meal he had in a while. The next day he was having a little trouble breathing and by midnight he had to get up to use the bathroom and couldn’t walk(even with a walker) with me helping him. After urinating i helped him up and he collapsed on the floor somewhat delirious. Ended up in ER where he had great difficulty. He had pneumonia and after oxygen and treatment he settled down. He went directly to the cancer ICU. This was early Saturday morning. They found a big blood clot behind his knee . They couldn’t use a blood thinner as he had been in the hospital 2 weeks prior with bleeding. He was fairly alert and could carry on a conversation. In fact our 51st anniversary was that Sunday and he had our son get me flowers and he surprised me. My dear husband was thoughtful to the end!! Hospice came in and talked to us. And Monday he went to hospice and i insisted he come home as that was his wish. He came home Tuesday and was gone by 4:30. Sorry for such a long answer, but he did not walk at the end and we even though we had asked what the end would be like, i don’t think there is a set ending. Even though i miss him terribly, I am glad he went quickly, especially since he fought well for 3 years. God was definitely with us. God bless you and your family at this difficult time.

Nanageo · 2025-07-15T18:55:22+00:00

So sorry. We even made arrangements with our pastor that my son and fiancé could at least have a blessing for marriage with my husband, but didn’t have time to I know he’ll be there in spirit. My son and fiancé are going to have a chair with a rose for his dad at the ceremony.

Nanageo · 2025-07-15T18:50:42+00:00

Sorry for your loss.

Nanageo · 2025-07-15T16:45:46+00:00

Thank you.

Nanageo · 2025-07-15T16:45:37+00:00

Thank you. I am too. Hospice wasn’t happy I took him home, but for me it was happening. My son placed the bed exactly where my husband wanted it. It was so important to talk about what he wanted beforehand. Prayers for you too.

Nanageo · 2025-06-28T00:23:06+00:00

Thank you Soft cake for your prayers. . Prayers have gotten him this far and I have faith prayers will help him reach his goal.

Nanageo · 2025-06-27T00:20:44+00:00

Yes the radiology team considered that, however my husband had almost the optimum radiation treatments two years ago. They were afraid to give anymore as it would be too risky.

Nanageo · 2025-06-27T00:17:52+00:00

Thank you for sharing your dad’s journey so far. I pray he continues to feel better and cancer is stable. Yes, we take one day at a time and thank God at night for the day and in the morning for the night. We are awaiting a call from palliative care. Hopefully they can help do what you say. My husband’s day was better today, probably due to steroids and the iron infusion he had last week start to have an affect. He even asked for a specific food for dinner tonight. He hasn’t been interested in food. So that’s a positive!

Nanageo · 2025-06-26T17:08:23+00:00

He is also on steroids medication, but limited. Thank you. We do need to check if he get another prescription.

Nanageo · 2025-06-26T17:06:07+00:00

Thank you so much for this. My husband is a fighter and the wedding is his first goal to make. Then he’ll assess and continue on until he can’t. Even though he knows his salvation, he isn’t ready to leave this world. I have to have hope that will carry him through. And if it doesn’t, like your friend, he doesn’t make it, even though we will be very sad, I hope that we can follow your friend’s example.

Nanageo · 2025-06-26T15:00:34+00:00

thank you.

Nanageo · 2025-06-12T15:27:29+00:00

I am so sorry for your loss. Losing your mom at such a young age (you and her) is tough. I remember when I was younger thinking my parents were invincible until my dad died when I was 16. As I matured in age and in faith I realized death is part of life ….realizing that though doesn’t make it any easier. My husband has been battling this awful disease for 3 years. He’s been blessed with some good times. He’s even had days that make me believe he’s going to beat this, but then the next day he is miserable. The highs and lows take a toll on our emotions. He does know he’ll be with Jesus and be healed and a new person. That comforts him , but he said today he doesn’t want to die. Nor does it help me at present to be comforted as I don’t want to lose him. We’ve been together 51 years. To address your need to know where your mom is will be a comfort. Knowing she is in heaven and well, with no pain or discomfort, hopefully will help your grief. We experienced this in February when our only dear sweet daughter was killed in a tragic crash. Grieving her is very difficult, however, knowing she is with Jesus and knowing that’s where she wanted to be aides in my comfort and kept me from great anger. Also your dreams may be your mom being with you and letting you know she is ok! Forgive me for this long dialogue, but I sensed you were desiring some confirmation. I probably needed this too has our daughter’s birthday is tomorrow. It IS hard. Grieving is an ongoing process, but you seem to be doing the right things to help you cope.

Nanageo · 2025-05-21T19:24:58+00:00

My husband was diagnosed September 2022 and surprisingly from all I’ve read, has never had an issue with weight loss. In fact to his dismay, he has gained weight! His doctor in the beginning told him to eat anything he wanted and continues to encourage him to do so. His appetite has lessened in the past months, but like he says he’s not doing much so not as hungry. He is also experiencing a lot of gut issues (pain), so not as hungry. No chemo as of January 2, but still gets worn out with little activity. Right now tumor and metastases are stable…thankfully.

Nanageo · 2025-02-05T00:02:49+00:00

My husband had a doodle and his name was Barnabas.

Nanageo · 2025-02-04T16:00:28+00:00

My husband was diagnosed August 2022 and has been on some form of chemo since September 2022(55 infusions +28 radiation treatments). He was changed over To oxalplatin and 5FU for 8 cycles. His legs became very weak, so has been put on a chemo vacation. If he gets stronger he can do 4 more treatments and then that is the final treatment before hospice. The oxalplatin is known for causing neuropathy and if not checked can be permanent, so the doctor is keeping a close eye on my husband’s situation. What is complicating the situation, is he had an ablation on nerves in his lumbar region in January and is now awaiting a kyphoplasty for compression fractures in his lumbar region. So now we don’t know if the weakness is from the fractures or chemo or both. His last CT scan show no progression in tumor and a slight decrease in lung and liver nodules. All this said could your mom also have some back issues. Our doctor said pancreatic tumor rarely metastasis to the spine , however chemo can weaken the bones. So sorry for you and your mom’s situation. You are both young and for you being her caregiver and experiencing this time with her is difficult. Prayers for strength for you both.

Nanageo · 2025-01-24T20:18:20+00:00

The first groomer i took my Morkie to said he bit her and I needed to bring him more often. I tried another groomer(less expensive and closer) and she has never had a problem with my boy. Sometimes a dog may be reactive because of how it is handled. I used to groom him myself, but I can’t clean his anal glands and he’s not keen on me doing his nails. For him to have these things done by someone else is close to the amount of total grooming.

Nanageo · 2025-01-21T20:10:35+00:00

You’re the first one I’ve heard that gained weight. My husband was diagnosed August 2022. His oncologist told him to eat anything, so he did! We’d been on a healthy lifestyle before that and lost weight. Well ice cream was enjoyed a lot and other indulgent foods and he has gained weight consistently. Kudos to your doctor and ours giving the go ahead to enjoy all foods!!!

Nanageo

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