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FutureBack.MomFutureBack.Mom1,000+ posts
Going in for a lymph node biopsy next Thursday morning (1/24) related to lung nodule that cannot be biopsied without removing the lobe ... and with less than 65% lung capacity, that is really not an option. If there is any chance the nodule is benign, I certainly don't want to make myself a respiratory invalid (doctor's words) by removing one of the lobes that is not terribly scarred from the pulmonary fibrosis nor too bad from the COPD that was also diagnosed recently.

The results of the biopsy will determine course of action ... if positive, will begin chemo and radiation for lung cancer. If negative, will have to just wait and see, doing additional scans down the road.

I am handling it all pretty well but will admit that I have my times of meltdown so I appreciate any and all prayer at this time.

By the way ... for those who don't know me ... I did smoke for many many years and I am making it my mission to speak with anybody and everybody I know about NOT ever starting or, if they do smoke, quitting as soon as possible. My lungs could be the model for any and all anti-smoking messages ... I have done this to myself and have had to actually deal with that emotional aspect as well.

Thanks for "listening".
Mary Ann * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * [i]"The Lord Himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged." Deuteronomy 31:8 [8/21/08][/i]
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L lafmom5,000+ posts
MA - I am so sorry to hear that you're continuing to battle such extreme health issues. While none of us here can offer any great answers, we can sure let you know that you're way up there in out thoughts and prayers! So much of life is what we do with what we've been given. Your message about protecting our lungs is obviously very important. However, to see you taking the challenges you're being presented with and turning them into something to help others - is recognized, appreciated, and applauded! You're an amazing woman and I have no doubt that you'll continue to handle whatever the outcome is of this with the same grace you have for the past year.

Huge hugs, prayers, and thoughts to you from me.
Charlotte
play baseballplay baseball1,000+ posts
FBM, I'm so sorry to learn about your latest set-back. I am tucking you extra tight in my prayers.

"May you have enough happiness to make you sweet, enough trials to make you strong,
enough sorrow to keep you human, and enough hope to make you happy."

And enough prayers for complete healing, enough hugs for support, and enough love to cope with it all.

And plenty of God's blessings.
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E emeraldvlly100+ posts
FBM (MA),

I'm so sorry you are having to endure this trial. You are strong, you have faith, you have love and support --- may all these, and the prayers of many you've never met, help you through this.

When I am overwhelmed by life's pain and sadness, I Pray "Please God, help me, help me, help me." It is all I can say. I know he hears and gives strength to those who ask.

Kirsten
ClevelandDadClevelandDadHSBBWeb Administrator
emeraldvlly - those are very powerful words!

I learned when I was a kid that if someone had the faith of a mustard seed that they would have the power to move mountains. I will employ my mustard seed at this time and know that it will provide the healing that Mary Ann needs.
quote:
For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.
G gotwood4sale10,000+ posts
FutureBack.Mom,

You are truly an incredible woman who has the strength, wisdom, and support to successfully get past this particular point in your life.

Thank you so much for so unselfishly sharing your story so that others may benefit...a perfect example of why you are so incredible.

shortstopmom shared some beautiful photos. I would like to offer you a beautiful and soothing song.

Please enjoy and please get well FutureBack.Mom: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUlYY52q_xw




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I iheartbb1,000+ posts
Futurebackmom-
from my bbheart to yours:

When youre weary, feeling small,
When tears are in your eyes, I will dry them all;
Im on your side. when times get rough
And friends just cant be found,
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down.
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down.

When youre down and out,
When youre on the street,
When evening falls so hard
I will comfort you.
Ill take your part.
When darkness comes
And pains is all around,
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down.
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down.

Sail on silvergirl,
Sail on by.
Your time has come to shine.
All your dreams are on their way.
See how they shine.
If you need a friend
Im sailing right behind.
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will ease your mind.
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will ease your mind.
I izzismom100+ posts
BTFMom:

Hang tough kid. I know the "not knowing" period is the worst of all. My daughter had a biosy done and it turned out negative. But she was a basket case in the meantime and it turned out to be for nothing. (I think inside I was worse off than she was, but I couldn't show it. I had to stay strong for her) Thank God, she is fine and it was just a scare.

On the other hand, my husband of 35 years was diagnosed with stage IV cancer two and a half years ago. The waiting period was the worst part. Once it was confirmed and the doctors told him he's got about two years left, he was sooooo depressed. I sat with him and told him to start counting his blessings and remember what a wonderful life he had led up to now. Instead of feeling sorry for himself, use the time he has left to appreciate each day as we all should, but rarely do. Go and visit family and friends near and far and make peace with those who've touched your life in some way and tell friends and family that you love them. Not all of us are lucky enough to get that opportunity.

He's now 6 months past the 2 years that the doctors gave him and still going strong. The cancer is still there, but the doctors are all in shock for he is relatively pain-free and still working. They are convinced that it must be due in large part to his positive attitude.

Remember, even if you must face the worst news of your life, find the strength of faith to count your blessings. It will give you comfort and perspective.
FutureBack.MomFutureBack.Mom1,000+ posts
Thanks all for the kind words, thoughts, songs and such. I am trying to keep myself busy this week so that my brainwaves don't take me to places I prefer not to ponder at this time. But for those who have been there or known someone who has been there, it is tough to quiet the thoughts.

I will be going in on Thursday morning at an hour that is not on my clock (have to use hubby's I guess) for a 7:30 surgery. I should be back home in time to watch The People's Court at 1 p.m. Please do keep those prayers coming. I am ever grateful.

Mary Ann
FutureBack.MomFutureBack.Mom1,000+ posts
Greetings from my recliner ...

I made it home in plenty of time for People's Court (1 pm here) but managed to sleep through the whole thing. As a metter of fact, I have slept thru most of the day and am just getting around to eating my first meal in 18 hours or so.

The surgery went well and I really am not feeling too bad ... isn't vicadin grand? ... more trouble with a sore throat from the tube than anything.

I had a greater peace going into the procedure than I expected but I know it was from all the love and prayers being sent my way. A national prayer chain will help bring that peace !!!

Thanks Baseball Sister and Brothers !!!
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