That's my Aunt Z at my house for my 30th birthday (nearly 7 years ago).
Though. She doesn't look like that anymore. She's lost a ton of weight. Not on the Atkins diet but the Cancer diet.
She's riddled with it. She has been for some time now.
Though she is fighting hard against it.
The doctor had already thrown his hands up on her some months ago. Yet, there she was, continuining on. Fighting the good fight.
She just got back from a trip to Portugal and apparently her body didn't enjoy the trip. She's in the hospital and has been for the past week.
My father's side of the family is taking quite a beating when it comes to illnesses and deaths. Uncle Paul passed last year, as you may remember.
There are only a few members of my father's side of the family that I have any real attachment to. I count about 13 of them. Aunt Z is one them. Two of which have passed away at far too young an age.
So, Uncle Rui (her brother in law), me and (gasp) my mother (who used to be close to her when my parents were still married) are heading up to the Bronx tonight to see her.
My mother hasn't seen her since I was a kid.
She's nervous about going. She said, "I'd feel better if I went with you."
Imagine. Me being my mother's ally.
Anyway, if you're the praying kind, please consider my Aunt Z. Pray for a miracle. Pray for painlessness.
If you're like me and you're not the praying kind -- please send your good vibes and positivity this way.
Thx.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
There is no greater thief than Cancer.
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sending good thoughts...
sending light...
I will be thinking of you tonight and wishing your aunt's pain away.
It's just the worst thing in the world, seeing someone you love suffer like that.
That's so tough. It's hard to watch folks slip away when they don't even want to go! I offer her painlessness and grace. She'll know when she's ready and I'm glad you are lucky enought be part of her life. When she's ready, help her let go. :*(
My heart, love and prayers go out to you and your family...HUGGGSSS!
Sending good thoughts your way and to your Aunt.
BTW - love the blog design & art - it's been a long time since I visited your blog (I always read through reader).
Hands together and fingers crossed for your aunt, her caregivers, you and your family.
I'm sorry she's sick and that you have to go through this with yet another family member.
I think it's very sweet that you are bringing your mom with you.
I will pray for her. I'm the praying kind! :-)
Sending love and light and energy to your family...
god be with all of you and bring you strength and comfort to live through this life change. she will always be with you, hon. may angels surround her with the lightwhen the time comes.
c
my thoughts are with you, your family and her caregivers during this difficult time.
these things are not easy.
heartfelt thoughts and prayers from the west coast
As one who prays, I will say a prayer for her and for your family.
Also, it is interesting that your mother not only shared her weakness with you but let you know she needed you. Hmmmm, sounds promising to me. She made the right choice. ;)
Good vibes from Toronto!
Good for her for fighting the good fight and keeping on with living. She sounds like a great woman. I'll be thinking of all of you this evening.
Hugs from CO!
GG
thinking of you this evening and sending good thoughts from ... where am I ... oh yes, Coral Springs, FL
Thinking about you all
I'm so sorry, Tina. I am sending love to you and your sweet aunt.
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