OT - but not totally. About my health.

Good Morning,

I'm having a tough time trying to decide what to say here. The past couple of months have been very difficult for me. My chemo treatments stopped working, just as I was about to sign up for a clinical trial of a new drug a CT scan showed that I had a large pleural effusion (google knows lots about this) that had collapsed my left lung and required draining. Four attempts at draining over two days only dealt with about

20% of the effusion but it was two days until Christmas and they let me go home. I was fine for a few days but was then readmitted to the hospital to try surgery on this. That was about six days in Critical Care.

We did try a new chemo drug in the past few weeks. It robbed me of all of my white blood cells and so I have spent the last 8 days in the hospital where nobody was allowed to breath anywhere near me. I am back home again and feeling better but will be signed up with Hospice later today. I do have the option of trying the chemo again but am currently not in favor of that.

My cancer is getting worse, I am declining treatment and so am eligible for Hospice services. Of course nobody can predict how much longer I have but the word "months" has been used a few times and I am hopeful that I have a couple.

All of this because I wanted to tell you all how much I have enjoyed RCTQ over the years and have loved having this community of friends to turn to when I needed a lift or just wanted to peek into somebody else's life for a while :-) And then there is that awesome HUGG that you made for me. Thank you all for being there for me. I will continue to "use you" if that is O.K.

Rita

P.S. If anybody is in touch with Pat in VA, could you share this with her? We had a couple of very nice meet ups in the past when my husband and I were in VA. and I want to let her know how much I enjoyed that.

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Rita L. in MA
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Oh Rita ~

I am at a loss for words. I just don't know what to say at this point. I was so hoping as well as everyone else that there would be some drug or miracle that would come to your rescue.

I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Cindy from GA

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Cindy from GA but wants to be

Like you, Rita, I'm having a tough time trying to decide what to say. Your fight against the cancer has been an inspiration - you've maintained such a positive attitude throughout and I'm so sorry that the day has now come when you have to decide that further chemo isn't the path you want to take. In spite of that, I'm glad you are the one who can make that decision and that family members don't have to make it for you.

I have so enjoyed getting to "know" you through this group. You are a very special person, and I hope you have many days left to spend with us and with your family.

You will c> Good Morning,

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Louise in Iowa

Oh Rita, I am desperately sorry that it has come to this. You have been so great; and now you are being brave and certain. I guess the cancer people can't win them all; and it is kind to you that you have made up your own mind - no-one putting pressure on you either way. The not knowing must be exhausting for your mind. I hope you find peace in whatever you decide to do for the next while. I hope you do pop in and tell us how you're going - or else! . In message , Rita L. in MA writes

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Pat S

LOL! Now that is low. Threatening the sick lady, hmmppfff!

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Rita L. in MA

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Roberta

Rita,

Hugs! Thanks for sharing, and stick around as much as you want/can.

I'll pass your message to Pat in VA right now.

Hanne in DK

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Hanne

Hi, I just wish I could find the words to explain how I feel for you and your situation. I suppose what I want you to know, is that hugs are sent your way. Sometimes, there just are no words, but my goodness, I admire you, with your strength and courage. I am pretty sure that I would have crumbled by the wayside long before. Please call by and take a peek into our lives by all means and keep strong.

Hugs

Janner France

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Janner

Well, I have to say you are one brave, courageous lady and I admire you for even being able to post to the group in such a calm way! I doubt if I'd ever have the composure to do that. Our reassuring hugs are embedded in the HUG quilt, so keep it wrapped around you as much as you can..

Carole D. - Retired and loving it in the foothills of NW Georgia

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Carole-Retired and Loving It

Louise has said this better than I ever could. My thoughts and prayers are with you for quality and comfort for as long as possible. KJ

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Kathyl

Rita, I am so, so, so very sorry to read this message- my heart sank as I read further and further onto it. You are an amazing woman and a beloved member of rctq. You have handled all your 'challenges' with such grace, determination, courage, a positive attitude and good spirits. You are a shining example to everybody. I wish you peace and contentment in the coming months. Of course, you can always come to us here for support, prayers, hugs and love. Every one of us has plenty of those for you and always will.

Leslie

Good Morning,

I'm having a tough time trying to decide what to say here. The past couple of months have been very difficult for me. My chemo treatments stopped working, just as I was about to sign up for a clinical trial of a new drug a CT scan showed that I had a large pleural effusion (google knows lots about this) that had collapsed my left lung and required draining. Four attempts at draining over two days only dealt with about

20% of the effusion but it was two days until Christmas and they let me go home. I was fine for a few days but was then readmitted to the hospital to try surgery on this. That was about six days in Critical Care.

We did try a new chemo drug in the past few weeks. It robbed me of all of my white blood cells and so I have spent the last 8 days in the hospital where nobody was allowed to breath anywhere near me. I am back home again and feeling better but will be signed up with Hospice later today. I do have the option of trying the chemo again but am currently not in favor of that.

My cancer is getting worse, I am declining treatment and so am eligible for Hospice services. Of course nobody can predict how much longer I have but the word "months" has been used a few times and I am hopeful that I have a couple.

All of this because I wanted to tell you all how much I have enjoyed RCTQ over the years and have loved having this community of friends to turn to when I needed a lift or just wanted to peek into somebody else's life for a while :-) And then there is that awesome HUGG that you made for me. Thank you all for being there for me. I will continue to "use you" if that is O.K.

Rita

P.S. If anybody is in touch with Pat in VA, could you share this with her? We had a couple of very nice meet ups in the past when my husband and I were in VA. and I want to let her know how much I enjoyed that.

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Leslie & The Furbabies in MO.

Rita, I think Leslie has said it best. Words fail me right now. Remember you're in all our prayers and gentle HUGS. ME-Judy

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ME-Judy

You continue to be in my prayers. Barbara in FL

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Bobbie Sews More

Others are saying it better than I can. So I will just add my HUGS.

Allison

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Pat S

Oh Rita. Words fail me. You are an inspiration to us all. We all stand beside you in spirit and in love.

-Irene

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IMS

I have no words... only tears.

Hugs and prayers......

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Kate in MI

My prayers are with you..................

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Rita

Comfort and peace to you on your journey.

Thanks for being a part of this ammazing community.

Mary

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Mary in Rock Island IL

And, hugs from me, too.

Donna in IDaho

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