Can I ask for some board magic?

[bren.1]

I just got off the phone with my mom. She had lymphoma 10 years ago, and recently had to get some tests done because of a lump on her head, outside the skull, luckily. She has to begin treatments tomorrow because of a mass near her aorta.

The doctor told her it is very low-grade cancer, and not to worry. Yea, right. She will be taking rituxan, which is a new treatment with fewer side effects than chemo.

I can tell she and my dad are both worried, but we can only see how the treatment works over time.

 

[dtolle]

Oh my, I am so sorry to hear this. She is in my thoughts.

 

[sherral46]

All my prayers for your mom & your family!

 

[dragonlady]

Board magic on it's way from California!

 

[jeanie g.]

God bless her and give her courage and strength.

Please let us know her progress. And God bless you too, Brenda. This must be terribly hard for you.

 

[shell]

Bren, I'm sorry to hear that! I'll keep you and your family in my thoughts during this scary time.

 

[lorie d.]

Healing thoughts and prayers are on the way to your mom and the rest of your family.

 

[okeefecl]

Bren, lots of good thoughts and healing prayers coming to your mom and your family. And many hugs for you, too.

 

[rock&fluff'smom]

OMG, I will definately be sending positive thoughts yalls way!!! How scary for you and your parents to have to go through this...((hugs)) Keep us posted!

 

[bren.1]

Thanks, everyone. I could tell my dad is really worried, too. They have such love for each other, even after almost 37 years of marriage. I don't know what he would do if something happened to my mom.

The good thing is that people can live for a long time with this kind of cancer. Hopefully the treatments will reduce the growth and she will be ok. At least she won't lose her hair.

She was happy about that.

 

[cassandra_starr]

I'm praying, sending positive vibes and thoughts, and hugs your way Bren. God Bless You and Family.

 

[jenng]

Sending good thoughts your way!

 

[tamme]

Sending "Squash that Cancer!" vibes

Hope she is recovering soon!

 

[crazy-cat-lover]

Prayers coming your way!

 

[ldg]

Aw, Brenda, I'm so sorry. First of all,

to the whole family. And second of all, of course I'll keep her in my prayers.

Sending only best wishes and LOTS of healing prayers!!!!

Laurie

 

[adymarie]

Brenda - i will keep your mother in my prayers. The prayers from people on this board helped my mom pull thru her cancer just 2 months ago!

 

[binkyhoo]

Healing thoughts from wisconsin on the way. Hang in there.

 

[bren.1]

I talked to her a little while ago. She was very happy that she didn't have any side effects from the treatment today. There are 3 more over the next 3 weeks, then they will reassess the situation and see if further treatment is necessary.

Again, thanks for the prayers and positive thoughts. I really appreciate your concern. Y'all are the best.