I need your prayers... my Mom's cancer is back

[khakismom]

First of all, I want to thank all of you for your wonderful well-wishes on the arrival of Bridget! They mean so much to me and just fill my heart.

Unfortunately, as joyful as her arrival has been, the day she was born we learned that my mom's cancer had returned. She was diagnosed with a very agressive ovarian cancer in July 2002 and went thru a full year of chemo to eradicate it. Thankfully, a year later, from the chemo and surgery, she was cancer-free. Unfortunately, it has now returned to her spleen. My parents have been here for a week, coming for Bridget's birth. But now with these circumstances, their stay with us has been extended so that Mom can start her first round of chemo on Thursday.

Any and all prayers and good thoughts are welcome and truly needed. I truly appreciate them!

[Puddy73]

Oh, Maureen, I'm so sorry! I'll keep your family in my prayers.

Jennifer
Mommy to Annabelle 9/03 & a little pumpkin due 10/05

"Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away."

[cinrein]

Maureen, I'm so sorry to hear this. I will certainly keep your family, especially your Mom, in my prayers. (((Hugs)))

Cindy and Anna February 2003

[papal]

Oh no Maureen! :(
I will be keeping your family and your mama in my thoughts and prayers.

[Rachels]

Oh no! What an incredible emotional roller coaster you are on. I'll be thinking of you and sending lots of healing thoughts to your mom.

-Rachel
Mom to Abigail Rose
5/18/02
New baby coming in October!
(Holy smokes, it's a boy!!!)


"When you know better, you do better."
Maya Angelou
http://www.gynosaur.com/assets/ribbons/ribbon_amethyst_36m.gif
Nursed for three years!

[kensjen]

Maureen,

I am so sorry that you had to have bad news on a happy day. I'm sending prayers for your mom right away.
Take care, we're thinking of you and your family.

[Marisa6826]

aw, CRAP, maureen.

i'm so sorry. :(

hugs

-m

[lmladuke]

Oh Maureen, I'm so sorry. I can understand how hard it is to have a parent sick with cancer. It must be really tough to be feeling such a mix of emotions, happiness over Bridget and then sadness over your mother.

I truly am sorry and will keep you in my prayers!

Lori

Mommy to Jonathan Matthew 7/27/01
and Katherine Olivia 7/28/04

http://lilypie.com/baby1/050728/2/13/3/-5/.png

[kelly ann]

Oh Maureen, I am so sorry to hear this about your mom. She will be in my prayers.

[marinkitty]

Oh, Maureen. My heart is breaking for you. What terrible news. I will keep your mother and the rest of your family in my prayers. I am glad, though, that you are able to have them with you during this difficult time.

Holly
Mom to Mia (3.17.03) and baby brother Jack (3.23.05)

[COElizabeth]

I'm so sorry, Maureen. My mother had ovarian cancer also, and I am so terrified it might return. I'll be thinking of and praying for your mom and your family.

Elizabeth, Mom to James, 9-20-02
and Charlotte, 11-04-04

[lilycat88]

Sorry to hear that. My prayers are with you. My mom was diagnosed with breast cancer when I was 6 months pregnant and we actually timed Susanna's birth around her chemo (we knew we had to have a c-section). DD only missed going to one of my mom's chemo treatments and my mom often refers to Susanna as the best cancer treatment around.

Congratulations on Bridget and best wishes to you and your family.

Jamelin
Mom to Susanna born 6/29/2004

[bluej]

Maureen, I am so sorry. Your mom will be in my prayers.

[wagner36]

Oh Maureen, I'm so terribly sorry. We'll be thinking and praying for your mama.

[missym]

Maureen, I am so sorry that your mother is facing treatment again. I'll be sending prayers for healing and strength.

Missy, mom to Gwen 03/03... and #2 due late Sept 05!

[TraciG]

This is sad new's, I hope you're mom can be cancer free as soon as possible, best of luck !!!!!!!!!!!

[heidis2girls]

Maureen, I just happened to check in here and saw your post. I am so sorry! Your mom will definitely be in my thoughts and prayers.

[ribbit1019]

All the prayers I can manage are on the way Maureen! I am so sorry.

Christy
Maddy born 06/09/04
http://lilypie.com/baby2/040609/3/4/0/-5/.png
Little Peanut due 03/02/06
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[jd11365]

Oh Maureen. I will definitely add my positive thoughts and prayers for your mom.

Sending big hugs your way...

[Calmegja2]

Every positive thought in the world, headed to your family.

[Roleysmom]

Maureen, I am thinking of your family and especially your Mom. I wish her and you the best.

Paula -- mom to Roley Julia, January '02

[kfcboston]

Maureen -

My mom's remission from agressive non-Hodgkins lymphoma lasted only 10 months - we got the bad news 8 weeks before my twins' birth. She has since had more chemo, a marrow transplant and lung surgery, & apprears to be on the mend! I understand how very hard this news, and this timing, is for you. Stay strong! Your mom is nearby and can take joy from the presence & love of you and your babes during this tough time.

[zuzu]

Oh, Maureen. I'm so sorry to hear this. I will keep you all in my thoughts.

Hugs,
Melissa, mom to Sarah (5/03)

[Jeanne]

On no Maureen. I'm so sorry. All my thought are prayers are with you. Try to stay positive.

[brittone2]

Oh my. What terrible news. Please know that your Mom and your whole family will be in my prayers.

[LucyG]

Sending your mom and your entire family many thoughts and prayers, Maureen.


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2 years and counting!

[mudder17]

Oh, Maureen, I am so sorry it's back! :( I'm glad you can all be together for her first round again, but cancer really sucks! :( I will be keeping your mom and your family in my prayers.

Hugs!


Eileen

http://www.mothering.com/discussions/images/smilies/candle.gif for Leah

http://www.gynosaur.com/assets/ribbons/ribbon_emerald_18m.gif , 18 months & counting


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[smomom]

Oh dear, Maureen. I will definitely keep you guys in my thoughts.

[NEVE three BUGS and a BEE]

to you and family Maureen and know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers!!!! I am so glad that the girls grandma is there with you all thru this!!!

we are here for you!!!!!

[steph2003]

Big hugs & lots of prayers for you!

[laretce6]

I'm so sorry Maureen. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Caroline
Mama to Eleanor Katherine 8.2.04

[momtoemma]

Oh Maureen...I'm so sorry to hear this news, especially at what would otherwise be such a joyous time in your life. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

[Momof3Labs]

Oh, Maureen, I'm sorry. Sending my best healing wishes to your mom.

[cvharris]

I'm so sorry Maureen. Please take care and know that we are thinking and praying for you and your family.

Hugs,
Carolee
Mama to Ben (6/03)
It's a BOY! Baby brother due 12/18/05

[murpheyblue]

(((Maureen))))

I am so sorry. Your mom and your entire family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

[amazz]

Hugs, hon. I will be praying for your Mom and for your entire family.

Angela
mama to my raisin and furry mama to Chloe
~ A baby is God's opinion that the world should go on. ~Carl Sandburg

[trumansmom]

Oh Maureen. What a rollercoaster you are on.

Please know your family will be in our prayers.

Jeanne
Mom to Truman 11/01 and Eleanor 4/04
Independent Consultant, Do-Re-Me & You!

[amp]

Oh crap, Maureen! That stinks! I will say prayers for your mom and for your family. What a blessing to have her here for Bridget's birth, but how sad to find out such sad news on the same day. Hopefully the chemo will do it's job and she will be happily and healthily watching her granddaughters grow to a ripe old age! Hugs to you and to her! Call me if I can do anything! I can drop stuff to you or stay with the girls or something if you need it, or I can just listen.

[jbowman]

Maureen,

I will keep your mom and your family in my prayers. I am so sorry.

[ismommy]

Maureen,

I am so sorry to hear this. And of course and sening you all our good thoughts and prayers for your mom.
Helene
mommy to Isabella
and Gunner
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[barbarhow]

Oh Maureen-what a heavy heart you must have at a time when you should be feelingnothing but joy. My thoughts and prayers are with your mom, you and all of your family. Big hugs to you Mama.
Barbara-mom to Jack 3/27/03, a Red Sox fan
and Anna 5/12/05, my little Yankee fan!

[squimp]

Maureen - I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. I hope all goes well, and you are in my thoughts.

[anutalp]

God, I'm so sorry to hear that.
You have to hope for the best. There are a lot of new and study regimens for ovarian cancer that can help stop or at least delay the progression.
Be optimistic, your little Bridget needs you (love the name, BTW).

[hez]

Your family is in my prayers-- your mom most of all.

Thinking about you!

[JulieL]

Maureen, I'm so sorry. I will keep your family on my prayer list. I hope your mom gets better soon. I'm sure being close to you and your family is doing her some emotional good. Keep us updated.

[MelissaTC]

Maureen- prayers will be with you all.

[jasabo]

Oh Maureen, I'm so sorry. I hope that your mom comes through chemo ok.

Lisa - mom to 2 yr old twin boys

[McQ]

Maureen, I'm so so very sorry to hear this. May all the love from her girls bring her sailing through this. Big hugs to you.

Allison
~ mama to Declan and Meghan

[jk3]

Oh no, Maureen. My thoughts are with you and your family. I hope your mother has a speedy recovery.

Jenn
DS 6/3/03

http://lilypie.com/baby2/030603/2/5/1/-5/.png

[MeredithsMom]

I am so sorry to hear this, Maureen. I will be praying for your mom and your family.

[ChunkyNicksChunkyMom]

Maureen, I went through this with my father and my heart truly goes out to you. I will keep your mom in my prayers.

Susan

#1 Nick 11-18-04

[bostonsmama]

Maureen, how awful for you to be going through this after the arrival of such a beautiful baby girl. Bridget is gorgeous...that picture of you all together is so lovely. I only hope your mother finds comfort after her chemo treatments. They are no joke and I will keep her and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Ovarian cancer is so aggressive...perhaps this warrants a donation to the research foundation. The only one I know of besides ACS is an Australian-based company at http://www.ocrf.com.au/.

All my best to your family during this time of ups and downs.

Larissa
who is still trying to give birth so she can have more to say

[HannaAddict]

Maureen,
I'm so sorry to hear that. What a bittersweet day. I hope the new arrival of Bridget will help your mom through her chemo and keep her strong. Please know your family is in my thoughts. Take care and good thoughts to your mom.

Kimberly
DS 3/18/04

[pixelprincess]

Maureen, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I remember her from the pics you posted a while back. Thinking ++ve thoughts for her and your family.

[lovin2shop]

I'm sorry to hear about your Mom's recurrence. My mother too is a cancer survivor and I know what a difficult road lies ahead. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.

[Tori_s mom]

Maureen,

I'm so, so sorry to hear about your mom. I'll definitely keep her and the rest of your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Hugs,
Tasha

[Sarah1]

Oh Maureen. I am so sad to hear this. I will be thinking about you and your family, and particularly your mom.

[octmom]

I'm so sorry that you are dealing with this at an otherwise joyful time. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Jerilyn
DS, Sean 10/03

"Baby makes days shorter, nights longer, home happier, and love stronger."

[g-mama]

Maureen,

My thoughts and prayers will be with you. I know how painful it is to have a parent dealing with cancer. You have so much going on now and it will take a lot of strength for you to handle it all. We are here for support if you need us.


Kristen
Paolo 11-00
Benjamin 8-03
and a *THIRD BOY* coming in December '05

[SweetTooth]

Maureen,
I am sorry to hear about your mother - I'm sending healing & positive thoughts to her & your family.

[lmintzer]

Maureen,
I'm so sorry that such terrible news came at what should be such a happy time. Of course, there is no good time for sad news, but I hope you are able to find some comfort in your new little one and in the time you are spending with your mom. Wishing her and all of you positive thoughts.

[muskiesusan]

Maureen, I will be keeping your Mom and your family in my prayers.

Susan
Mom to Nick 10/01
& Alex 04/04

[mharling]

Big hugs, Maureen!! I'll be thinking of you and wishing all of you strength. Hopefully snuggles with a sweet newborn are good therapy. :)

Mary - Some days work. Some days don't.
Lane - April 2003
Faye - March 2005

[heidi_timms]

Maureen,
Hugs to you! Doesn't it seem like everything in life happens at once? Although your Mom will be going through chemo, it's so wonderful that she will be able to spend time with your family. We will be praying for her.

~Heidi
Mom to Kailey
4/03

[almostamom]

Maureen,
You and your dear mom are, of course, in our prayers. Big hugs to you!

~Linda~
DS 11/04

[mary b]

Oh Maureen,

I am So SORRY to hear about your mom!!! I can't imagine what you are going through right now trying to deal with a newborn and 2 other active girlies and now this!


Continued prayers for your mom and your entire family!!

Mary
mom to Noelle and Lindsey

[billysmommy]

Oh Maureen,
I'm so sorry to hear this,
your family is in our thoughts and prayers

[jamsmu]

Oh Maureen... many hugs to you! So glad you are able to be with your family right now. We are thinking of you all.

[tina-t]

Sending positive thoughts and prayers to your mom and family....