Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Let's Get Ready to Rumble.....
Today was my appointment with the oncologist. Unfortunately, the news are not good. The cancerous tumors in my lung are in stage IV. The doctors are not able to explain why or how is it that I have this. The prognostic is not good. I asked the doctor to be straight forward with us and I am grateful for her honesty. I will start chemotheraphy pretty soon but will continue with my life as it is until I can't do it anymore. The doctor gave me a year to live... maybe more. I will go on vacation with my family at the end of April and will enjoy my life with my family and friends as much as I can. Will keep you all posted and let's pray for a miracle!
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Lisa, I'm so sorry. if there is anything i can do please let me know. Be strong!! you can beat this! I hope to see you in Orlando in April. I love you cousin....
ReplyDeleteGod bless you!
Pipo
Nunka en la vida me imagine ke esto fuera a pasar .. siempre ke alguien allegado me daba una noticia asi pues duele pero no cuando lo vives en carne propia .. yo se lo ke se siente ahora ke mi propia sangre esta pasando x esta situacion y creeme ke es como si me estuviera pasando a mi misma .. pero desde hoy t prometo luchar contigo este cancer.. sto no es mas poderoso ke nosotras .. como cuando eramos chikitas "si tu peleas yo peleo" .. pues ahora.. si tu caes, yo caigo tambien y no creo ke tu vayas a kerrer verme caer, asi ke tenemos ke star juntas y peliar contra esto .. como mi hermana mayor ke eres yo se ke si alguien puede salir de esto victoriosamente eres tu ! .. t prometo ke todo este mal tiempo pasara. a lo mejor no mañana ,porke esto es un proceso largo y con muchas piedritas , pero poko a poko y al pasito y junto a todas las personas ke t amamos lo vamos a lograr .. todavia nos faltan muchas cosas por hacer juntas y todavia tenemos ke compartir juntas cuando seas abuela , como compartistes tu esa experiencia y ese momento cuando me toco a mi.. fuerza y voluntad y pa lante sis !! T amo !!
ReplyDeleteLucy
I have made a decision. I will go and have a second opinion at another place.(Thanks go to: Ivelise, Larissa and Mona) I refuse to die in a year!!!! I have too many things to do in this life.. I want to see my grandkids (so, monica please hurry!), I want to go to Jerry Springer and flash for some beads, I want to finish my degree!! I need to finish my bucket list.. I am just not ready to go. I have been doing some research on the Cancer Centers of America (thanks Mona, hope to see u soon!)and I will try it out... I have nothing to loose. Let me know if you have anybody that has heard or know about this place...
ReplyDeleteBest of luck, Lisa. You are in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteBeth S.
Lisa all the girls in Marion know that you can fight this. You are a very strong and courageous person. I hope that by going to OK. they will help you beat this so you we can go to many more fun NECAC meetings.
ReplyDeleteMelissa
Lisa I don't know you well but I can tell you are very strong. I hope this makes you feel better but my aunt was diagnosed with lung cancer over a year ago and after treatment the tumors have strunk and she is off treatment and doing well. It has been through power of prayer and will to live and we believe she will be much longer as I'm sure you will be too. I will have you in my prayers. Keep your faith and stay strong I think it means everything.
ReplyDeleteRhonda Orlando
The C word... This is hard..Your mind starts playing games on you. Some people ask if I am in pain..Yes, I tell them..What do you think I just had surgery. I have 3 incisions on the side of my body and I had a tube coming out with fluids going into a box! What do you think?
ReplyDeleteBut does cancer hurt? You bet. It hurts in ways that are not physical anymore...
That first diagnosis is like a knife into your heart, a slap in the face.... That first diagnosis? That's a punch to your stomach. Waiting for the results of a scan? Waiting for the doctor to call? Waiting for some lab test, patologist and the list goes on...??? It hurts in the middle of the night, when you're alone with your thoughts and your tears, and you have to deal with the idea that maybe, just maybe,you wont see your kids get married, have children, be happy! It hurts when something simple reminds you that you may not be around in a year..two years. It hurts when you think about the things you're going to miss.
But that's not the worst of it. Cancer affects everyone around you...You see it in the tears of a friend when you tell them. You see it in the eyes of your doctor who knows that in a few seconds, he has to give you bad news. You see it in the eyes of your loved ones, friends and family, who want so much to help, but can't.. What can they do? So to answer the question that I have been asked for several days now, "does cancer hurt?" Well, I haven't felt a thing — except for when it hurts so badly you can hardly stand it.
So now... what do you think????
Hi Lisa: I know that the mere pronunciation of the word cancer can be devastating and most of all when the doctor gives us a "prognosis". But although the initial fear and disbelieve we feel, our courage, strength and FAITH, is bigger and stronger. No matter how difficult things can get, He will always be with us. We just have to trust and believe. You are in my prayers and I may God be with you and your family. EOS
ReplyDeleteLISA, I JUST WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW I'M THINKING ABOUT YOU AND PRAYING FOR YOU.
ReplyDeleteBeen thinking about you and your family. Keep tough and strong.
ReplyDeleteContinue to raise up prayers.
Cathy B
Hi My Beautiful Lisa,
ReplyDeleteMy heart dropped when I read the news. I wish I could take it all away. I cant imagine what your going thru. I just want to take away your pain. I know your strong and you have that special
La Fontaine sense of humor, that alone is enough to keep you going and make you whole. I love you very much!! My daughter and I will say an extra special prayer for you and your family but I have a feeling everything will work out well for you. :>
My love to you always,
Tracy
Hi Lisa,
ReplyDeleteI did really get to speak with you before you left town. I thought I would see you on Tuesday, I thought you were were leaving out on Wednesday. Anyway, I hope all is going well and that you are getting some relaxzation time. I'm fowarding your blog to Rhonda. By the way, this is the first time I have ever Blogged!Timber and TJ asked about you this week. We have all prayed for your family. Well, just wanted to say Hi and stay encouraged!! I'll see you next week!
Hey Lisa,
ReplyDeleteI hope your getting good news in OK. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You have to beat this. You still owe me a happy hour.LOL See you in the office.
Hi Lisa,
ReplyDeleteDenise L. just told me that you are home and that you received at least some good news on treatment options in Oklahoma. If the treatments sap your energy and you need help getting dinner on the table, please let me know. You remain in my daily prayers.
Cindy G.
Thank you all for your support and good wishes. I am ready to fight this and I am happy with all the support. In moments like this you realize who your friends are. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteHey Lisa,
ReplyDeleteYou are in my thoughts and prayers hourly. Keep up the good fight. I need help keeping Betty in line. If ever you need anything just ask, you know I will do what I can. Please remain positive. May God Bless you and your family.
Hey Lisa,
ReplyDeleteHave been wondering what you found out from the Cancer center? In one of the postings sounds like you got some encouraging news, can you share that with me and what ever else you have found out. You have been on my mind SSSOOO much and hadn't heard any thing.
If you email messages to the office please ask them to share them with me.
I continue to pray for you and wish you the best.
Cathy B
Lisa, This is Sylvia. I have been trying to reach you. Tim and I went by your work last week and they said we could catch you at home. We would like to see you-- email me at sritzel@msn.com. Looking forward to hearing from you.
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