Longing to be happy...

[HardyGirl]

Hello Mego-Heads,

*sigh* I wish my mom's stomach cancer were just a bad dream. I'm on leave from work, so I can take care of my mom (along w/ my sis in law and sometimes my brother). I'm not really getting along w/ my brother b/c he sees it as his role to make the decisions for my mom, (as I'm living in his house and he's paying for her treatment, I don't get much say in this ). Her good days are few and far between. Her stomach hurts constantly, she's easily frustrated (understandably so), and can't keep her thoughts straight b/c her brain isn't getting the proper nutrition, (though we are trying). I get no joy from anything anymore. I miss being happy. I miss seeing my mom wheel around this house doing this and that, chatting w/ her friends on the phone, going to church, and just doing her thing. I miss watching cartoons, being excited about toys, Shaun Cassidy and Rick Springfield and (RIP) Michael Jackson. I miss my Saturday horror movies and marathon phone calls w/ The Falcon. I miss hanging out w/ Jessica. I really miss posting on this site, (though I do lurk). I miss having this house be just mine and mom's (b/c my family is making me crazy!!) I can't have any real joy as long as my mom can go any time.

*sigh*

[Mawni]

Hey, sorry you're feeling blue. I know lots of people here will be there for you. When I'm bummed I try to remember that eventually things will get better.

[batmanmc]

I Hope Things Get Better For You Soon. I Wish Your Mom Could Get Better . Sorry Hardygirl. Mike

[Mikey]

Sharry,
I went through the same thing you're going through.
You just have to be brave and bare it for your mom's sake.

Have you tried Ensure for her to drink ?
When my mom had stomach cancer the doc recomended it.
It worked pretty good ... until she got so far gone she couldn't ingest anything.

[toys2cool]

I hope things get better Sharry, i know what you're going thru. we all went thru it when my Grandmother had it and mom was going thru exactly what you are,My uncle took it upon himself to call all the shots

[marmes]

Hang in there

[rche]

Hey there HG,

You can stay strong and there are folks in this community that support you when you don't feel quite so tuff. You are saying that the good days are few, but there are still good hours and minutes. Good times to hold onto; even when it looks bleak.

My Grandmother went down an Alzheimer spiral and tho it was hell at times, I can look back now and recognize that there were still some sweet times and moments to cherish.
Best wishes and thoughts to you and your family in this difficult period.

Keep on keepin' on

[SlipperyLilSuckers]

I am sorry that what you are going thru already has been made harder by your family and circumstances. I really wish for a little joy in your life.

[Marvelmania]

Keeping you and your family in my prayers. Be strong.

[JDeRouen]

We are all getting older and either getting sick or having loved ones get sick or passing on. It's a sad realization that we won't always be here. Sharry, I hope your mom gets better or, barring that, at least stops being in so much pain.

[UnderdogDJLSW]

I am really sorry to hear how things are going for you. I am glad that you are still lurking about to see what we are up to and wish you even more strength than you would think that you have to take this on. Remember that no parent would want to see their child sad. I know your time must be limited, but find something to make you smile even if it is only for a couple of seconds. My thoughts are with you and your family.

[vulcan2074]

I'm so sorry that you have to go through this. You and your Mom will be in my Prayers Sharry.

[AJ Collector]

Very sorry for your troubles, hope things get better. Best to your Mom!

[mego73]

I wish I could say something to make it better. Someday, you will find your joy again when your Mother is no longer suffering (whether it's remission or going to her reward). Just hang in there and thank you for being a good daughter to your Mother, giving up so much and dealing with the conflicts.

[jessica]

Sharry, I think of you and your mom all the time. Think positive thoughts always. The power of prayer is miraculous. Be brave and be strong, for this journey you and your mom are on is a long and arduous one. Take care of yourself so you can take care of your mom. Be blessed.