Prayers Needed

[AMBAVol07]

I apologize if this is in the wrong thread and please merge as needed. I wanted to reach out to my fellow Vol family for your thoughts and prayers. Also please ignore the grammar as I am typing and crying at the same time as I write this post.

We recently found out Mothers Day weekend that my mom had Stage 4 cancer. At the time, we thought it was isolated to one particular area and chemo/radiation treatments would be available. About three years ago, my father was diagnosed with Stage 4 Lymphoma. It spread throughout his body from his neck down to his feet. After 2 rounds of chemotherapy, radiation of his neck, stem cell replacement, and other experimental treatments, Christmas 2019 was a great time as he finally beat cancer for now. My mother has been his biggest fan and supporter throughout this time. Sadly, we received terrible news Friday. My mother was informed she has a rare and extremely aggressive cancer. It has taken over all of her body, especially all of her internal organs. At this time in her life, the doctors said the treatment would only slow it down for a month, but she is only expected to live between a few weeks and 2 months. She is in so much pain, we are not able to see her. She is asleep most of the time because of the medication she is on. I have been able to spend a few hours over the last 2 days, but it isn't enough. I am asking each of you for your thoughts and prayers for us. This has got to be the most difficult time not only in my life but my family's life. I ask for peace, grace, and above all mercy. If you would and feel led to, send an extra prayer to the big man above for us. He knows all of our needs. I am having a difficult time as she was the rock of our family. I don't understand why this is happening and also imaging my mother being taken away at such as young age. Thank you for your kind thoughts and positive energy.

Sincerely,
Fellow Vol Brother

Prayers for comfort and peace for your Mom and family.

 

[bpalmer28]

@mercuryvol said it well. You’ve got this.

But man it sure sucks. Lost 2 grandfathers like this, but we at least had a few months with them before they were gone. I genuinely hate that these things happen, and I don’t fully understand why, but there is hope in the gospel. Follow the Lord and “He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.“

 

[GoVols64]

Love and prayers to your Mother, you and your family.

 

[rdavis007]

Prayers Sent.

 

[Hoosier_Vol]