The News is Not Good
- The inferior rami (bone) in my left hip has eroded, and is in great danger of breaking at any time. He recommends that I put absolutely no weight or pressure on it (which is basically impossible since I do not have full use of my right leg, either).
- The tumors on my scalp and inside the lining of my skull have grown and multiplied.
- The lung tumors have grown and multiplied.
- There is extensive spread of the subcutaneous nodules throughout my chest wall, arm muscles, and retroperitonal areas.
- The adrenal gland tumor has become more prominent.
- The cancer has now invaded my liver and right kidney.
He very gently recommended Hospice, but when that was too difficult for my family (Don, Dad and Virginia, Mom) to hear, he offered to refer me to M.D. Anderson hospital in Houston, which is world-renowned for its sarcoma treatment expertise. He is going to make the referral, and hopefully I can be seen there in 7 - 10 days. My family is adamant that this is only a stepping stone to the next phase of my battle, but it is still painfully obvious to all involved that the handwriting is on the wall.
I am certain that I will have much to say about all of this in the coming days and hours, but right now I am feeling rather numb. Please pray for us.
:-) Sharon
P.S. -- I am eternally grateful that we had our vacation before we learned the latest news. Check out the photos page for beach pictures. I uploaded some last night, and will add more as time allows.
posted by Sharon | 4:24 PM
21 Comments:
sorry for the curse. I love the pic of you altogether.
L,
Judy
GO TO HOUSTON
Love,
Judy
Sharon, take a deep breath and throw something. That always makes me feel better!
I know you are being tough so you can fight on the next level. You are so brave but you are tenderhearted too. It's ok to ask for help and understanding, ok? You have many undercover angels praying for you.
Now, come to Texas and get well!
Debra
sorry me again, I was so glad to hear that you are continuing to fight. And if WB gets you in to C.S. then I promise to see every movie they ever make.
L,
J
I had a dream many weeks ago that you were running the sound board for one of Josiah's show. Everyone was excited that YOU were there!
I will see you at a Josiah show! I will believe. And, I will continue to pray.
Much love and hope is sent your way, from Tallahassee.
Oh Sharon, I am so sorry!
Don't you give up though! You keep fighting! I will be praying extra extra hard for you and your family!!! May God send you special angels to help you deal with this.
I believe!!
Love and Hugs,
Rhonda in Wi.
Dear Sharon. I shall keep you in my thoughts. Keep on fighting and smiling. I will continue to pray to God and ask my mom and dad to intervene on your behaft (as my grandma used to say)Respectfully,Vaselisa
Hi Sharon,
I am so sorry that you didn't get the news you were hoping for. Please don't give up the hope. Miracles happen every day, and yours will happen too.
I'm praying for you to get well soon,
Fran
Please do not let this discourage you. (That probably sound ridiculous right?) Sometimes a bad report is just that, a "bad" report. Nothing is different now than before you walked in to that doctor's office today. You had hope before you heard the report. Revert back to that and move forward in complete confidence that God has a plan for you. It's a bunch of words and numbers on paper. You are a fighter and many people win the battle with C everyday. I realize your situation seems grave, but PLEASE do not lose your wonderfully unique zest for life, that may be what keeps you here. Your brain/thoughts/feelings are capable of guiding your body. Thoughts are powerful...Good thoughts.
Hugs.
Renee
Oklahoma
Dearest Sharon
I'm so very sorry to know of these latest developments.
You are so right that it was a blessing for you and your family to enjoy that vacation week without the burden of this news.
My wish for you is to be able to maintain some measure of serenity and peace as you enter this next phase of yet more challenges. My prayer is for healing.
Sharon,
I am so sorry about the less-than-good news. I will be praying for you, as I have been for the past few months.
God is infinitely powerful, and if it's in his will he can heal you completely. I do not know what his plans for your future may be but I know that your life is very important already, whether it continues for another month or another 50 years. And I also believe that God has plans to use you in some even greater way than he already has. You may, perhaps, be used by God to change the lives of millions of people. You are inspiring, and your wonderful spirit is a joy to behold.
Love, peace, and healing,
- Justine
No words here.Just a hug and will keep praying for you.
Sharon, I am so sad to hear of the results. However, like your family, am still determined that this is just a stepping stone. Stay strong woman! Thoughts and prayers are with you my friend. And thank you so much for the pics of the family on the beach. So glad you have these wonderful memories to cherish.
Paula
Sweet Sharon,
You continue to be such an inspiration even when times get tough. Don't ever give up, the prayers for you are many. I know that with your enduring spirit, you will prevail.
Sending you hope and love for the challenges yet to come. Stay strong and have faith. You are a special gift.
*hugs* & prayers for you ♥
sharon, i can't stop thinking about you after i read this post. i keep finding myself back here to check for better news... hopefully it will be soon. *hugs*
I am so sorry to hear this news. I hope that MD Anderson can give you some new ideas for treatment.
Sometimes, families just don't want to understand or accept. They can put a lot of pressure on us to "get better" - like it is the cancer patients fault that they can't heal themselves - like we aren't trying hard enough to get better. I know that is not what they mean to do, but it is more pressure and stress at a time when our bodies and minds just can't deal with much more.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Katy-also a cancer fighter...
Sharon,
I don't know what words to share so instead, I share God's Words.
Megan Bennett
Hugfest 2008
"Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." (Philippans 4:6,7)
You and your family are in my prayers.
Megan Bennett
Now the tide has changed. The outlook is good - you are going to California, where only good things happen.
L,
Judy
Ok so Ive read up on everything that happened over the weekend while I was out of town (goodness the things that occur when ShellZ decides to be unavailable). I am conflicted within myself right now whether or not to drop to my knees and cry scream pray beg plead open the phone book and just start calling doctors until i find one that will give us the procedure we need to make you better. I want to help and although I know it is foolish I dont feel like prayers are enough. You are loved more than you know, and I am here for you guys. I feel like mountains are being moved right now. Keep those boxing gloves on girl and pass them over to me when you get tired ill take over for ya. Love you, Shell
Let the healing laughter, humor,good cheer,encouragement, enthusiasm,"can do attitude" be in all days of your life.If I could,I would have a million of us praying around the clock,all knocking on the Heaven's door. Cheers,RK from Florida
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