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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsMy sister had her last pet scan. She was told specifically today she has less than a couple months
https://www.democraticunderground.com/100213514610we knew the time was close, but to actually have it specified I fear it is much closer. She has lost over 100 lbs and is very weak.
She tries to put on a brave face because her husband is such a pansy but she is very sick.
Cary
(11,746 posts)Sad.
still_one
(92,116 posts)bobbieinok
(12,858 posts)gademocrat7
(10,653 posts)Demovictory9
(32,445 posts)Greybnk48
(10,167 posts)With so much to deal with right now, stay as strong as you can.
brer cat
(24,546 posts)Sending vibes and prayers for strength for you all.
irisblue
(32,958 posts)Ninga
(8,275 posts)❤️
RT Atlanta
(2,517 posts)please find a way to enjoy the time you have left with her. Writings, recordings, her voice saying hello, get this all now. Please help her in her transition and may your sister find fair winds and following seas on the next step we must all take.
Docreed2003
(16,858 posts)My heart breaks for you. I hope that you are able to have as much quality time as possible with your sister in the time she has left.
onethatcares
(16,165 posts)how it would be to have the money's expended on war dedicated to alleviating cancer in our country.
Maybe we could have done better, eh?
Best wishes to you and her. It's a hard row to hoe.
mcar
(42,296 posts)LiberalLoner
(9,761 posts)😭
a kennedy
(29,644 posts)Hekate
(90,627 posts)cayugafalls
(5,639 posts)You have such a good family. We went through this with my mom 3 years ago.
Sending you all my love and prayers.
AJT
(5,240 posts)lunatica
(53,410 posts)Hugs to you and your family. Are they prescribing palliative care? I hope she can have you and the family near her.
SheltieLover
(57,073 posts)Vibes & hugs!
marble falls
(57,063 posts)trying times to come.
TNNurse
(6,926 posts)Let her do or not do what she wants. She should see who she wants and not see them if that is her choice.
You have the chance to make her last days as good as they can be.
Is Hospice involved??? Please do that if not already, peace and comfort are the goals for her.
Will be thinking about all of you.
ChazII
(6,204 posts)My son was on palliative care for one month and then hospice for a week. He passed March 6 of this year. It did keep him comfortable. Joining our DU family in prayers and keeping your family in our thoughts.
japple
(9,819 posts)She is so lucky to be surrounded by her sisters at this time. I can't imagine my life without my sister and I am crying as I post this.
cate94
(2,810 posts)Its very difficult to watch a sibling go.
malaise
(268,885 posts)Ferrets are Cool
(21,105 posts)saidsimplesimon
(7,888 posts)May your sister's journey end with hope and without pain.
budkin
(6,699 posts)May peace find her, and you.
NNadir
(33,512 posts)WinstonSmith4740
(3,056 posts)Went through it with my husband. Enjoy what time you have left with her. Exchange stories from your childhood. Hold each other close, and don't dwell on what will be, only what is. And unfortunately, be prepared for her husband to go into collapse. I honestly think men have a harder time coping...they're not prepared for their wives to leave before them. Are you hooked up with hospice? If she is on Medicare (can't speak to private insurance on this), they cover all expenses, from any mechanical device to morphine. They will come to her home and provide EVERYTHING she will need, and even guide you to support groups. And when Mike's time came, they handled all of that, too. They are truly angels on earth. They stayed in close contact with me for 6 months, just checking in to see how I was doing. Don't try to do this on your own. Message me if you want to talk, vent, or rage at the unfairness of it all. Because after all, my husband is gone, my best friend's husband had a widow maker heart attack, my sister's husband left us before his time, also. And Donald Trump is still alive.
ProfessorGAC
(64,988 posts)Take care & enjoy the time you have left. As hard as that may be.
LiberalBrooke
(527 posts)LaMouffette
(2,021 posts)My sisters are my best friends and losing one of them is unimaginable. God bless you and your sister, her husband, and the rest of your family, Demtenjeep! And know that the love you create in this lifetime lasts beyond this physical world.
catbyte
(34,367 posts)It was also the most meaningful time I had with him. We talked about everything; laughing, joking, crying. I'm so thankful I had that time with him. Treasure every minute with her. My heart is breaking for you, my friend.
Lonestarblue
(9,963 posts)Its always tough to lose a loved one. I would be devastated to lose my sister. Hang in there.
GeoWilliam750
(2,522 posts)LoisB
(7,196 posts)strength.
Tanuki
(14,918 posts)My heart is with you as you walk through one of the most difficult passages in your life's journey.
Freedomofspeech
(4,223 posts)Love and peace to your sister and your family.
Ilsa
(61,692 posts)I hope you and she can get her husband prepared, too.
Delphinus
(11,830 posts)May her passing be peaceful; may all who grieve her feel the balm of love.
yardwork
(61,588 posts)Stuart G
(38,414 posts)niyad
(113,229 posts)Your DU family is here for you.
DarthDem
(5,255 posts)My very best to her and to you in this difficult time. I'm so sorry.
Upthevibe
(8,034 posts)I wish the whole family as much peace as possible..
barbtries
(28,787 posts)Courage.
2naSalit
(86,509 posts)I will keep you and your sister in my thoughts.
BigDemVoter
(4,149 posts)sinkingfeeling
(51,444 posts)mopinko
(70,071 posts)and dont call him that name, please, here. it might get taken down.
he is carrying a heavy weight and he is grieving. try to lift him a little, too.
is she in hospice?
TygrBright
(20,756 posts)Bettie
(16,085 posts)vercetti2021
(10,156 posts)tazkcmo
(7,300 posts)alfredo
(60,071 posts)StevieM
(10,500 posts)riverbendviewgal
(4,252 posts)my husband was told he had 3 months but he did liveb5 more months more than predicted.
Your sister may live longer than predicted.
give her love and encouragement.
I wish you strength to go through this. be there for her. ❤️🙏
MLAA
(17,272 posts)I am especially glad she has you since it sounds like her husband isnt up to the challenge to support her.
peggysue2
(10,828 posts)I lost my own sister this past January. Though I knew her early onset Alzheimers would take her in the end, it still came as a shock. And the end itself was quick as if she just started falling off a ledge. I was told she wasn't doing particularly well after the New Year, and then Boom! She was dead before the end of the month.
It hurts. Still does.
The best to you and your family.
hamsterjill
(15,220 posts)Love her as best you can and help her be comfortable and open. Dont shy away from anything that she needs to discuss. Let her say what she needs for peace.
Stay strong and try as best you can to also be kind to yourself. You are on her journey right now but this is also part of your life.
I lost my sister in 2017 and this is what I was told by someone, and it was so right.
Peace, comfort, light, love and prayers.
Heartstrings
(7,349 posts)Nikki28
(557 posts)to hear of your sister. I know it has to be hard. I have been there. The best thing to do is let her know how much you love her and enjoy her time left. You have my deepest sympathy.
demtenjeep
(31,997 posts)She is under hospice care. We knew her time was limited but to actually be given a specific time frame has just rocked our world.
We don't really know how to lose a sibling. She deserves much more than what she was given in life and her mess of a husband.
We -the other 5 siblings will make sure her last days are great.
I thank you all for letting me discuss it here. I don't have to be strong here but I do for my sister.
Demonaut
(8,914 posts)I'm sorry Demtenjeep
c-rational
(2,590 posts)spanone
(135,816 posts)Lifelong Protester
(8,421 posts)My spouse passed in January,2018, and I miss him.
Celerity
(43,270 posts)Spend as much time as possible with her. Time lost never is returned.
Hugz
live love laugh
(13,096 posts)calimary
(81,193 posts)Im so sorry.
Im glad youre here, now, when sympathy and moral support mean so much. Sure helped me get through it when my mom died, awhile back. Im so glad you have this precious time with your sister. Sending love and solace and virtual hugs.
sheshe2
(83,720 posts)My thoughts are with you all.