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I wanted to let you all know that dad has taken a turn for the worse. We now believe the cancer has now spread to his brain. Yesterday he was taken to the hospital because he was delusional, lethargic, not eating, very weak and was slipping in and out of consciousness. The doctor admitted him and gave him a blood transfusion along with a platelet transfusion. They said that there is nothing else that they can do. Dad chose to go home after the doctor said he only has a couple of days a week at the most. Hospis will be coming into his home to help him be more comfortable until he goes. The news from this morning is that he won't take his meds, he is in pain and keeps slipping in and out of consciousness. It is so sad. I wish I could be there but there is nothing I can do. I am so blessed that I was able to spend the month with him this summer. I have wonderful pictures and tons of memories that I will treasure forever.

Oh Mildred, I'm so sorry to hear this bad news about your father. ((HUGS)) to you and your family.

There is nothing I can say but my thoughts and prayers are with you. You are not alone!

((((((HUGS)))) and prayers!!!!!

Lots of hugs and prayers as you all go through this time... my heart aches for you.

The only thing cancer does for us is give us a chance to say goodbye. My heart feels for you, I know that pain. Be strong for Dad, and know when you see him again, the cancer will be gone. That's what heaven does for us!

I'm so sorry to hear this Mildred. Yes, it is a blessing that family can be together at this emotional time. you and your family are in our thoughts

mgehrke wrote:I wanted to let you all know that dad has taken a turn for the worse. We now believe the cancer has now spread to his brain. Yesterday he was taken to the hospital because he was delusional, lethargic, not eating, very weak and was slipping in and out of consciousness. The doctor admitted him and gave him a blood transfusion along with a platelet transfusion. They said that there is nothing else that they can do. Dad chose to go home after the doctor said he only has a couple of days a week at the most. Hospis will be coming into his home to help him be more comfortable until he goes. The news from this morning is that he won't take his meds, he is in pain and keeps slipping in and out of consciousness. It is so sad. I wish I could be there but there is nothing I can do. I am so blessed that I was able to spend the month with him this summer. I have wonderful pictures and tons of memories that I will treasure forever.

We were so sorry to read this post. Your father, and family, will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Thoughts are with you Mildred!

so sorry to hear this Mildred - you, your dad and your family are in my prayers

Mildred I had tears in my eyes reading your post. I am so sorry. It really was wonderful that you were able to spend that time with him over the summer. Hang in there honey, and ((hugs)) to you.

Hugs and prayers Mildred. Hospice sounds like the best for him at this time. We all are thinking of you and your family.

Oh Mildred...((((HUGS)))) I will keep your family and your dad in my prayers.

I'm sorry. Sending prayers for all of you.

I'm so sorry to hear this, will keep your family in my thoughts. Sending lots of hugs your way.

Oh Mildred, I'm so sorry to hear this. Prayers go out to you and your family. I wish I lived closer to come give you a hug.

Mildred, I am so sorry to hear this. But, I am so so happy that you and your dd got to spend so much time with him last June. Great memories for all of you were made then. Big ((((hugs)))) and prayers to you during this difficult time.

Very sorry to hear this, Mildred. (((HUGS))) and prayers to you and your family. It is hard now. My heart aches for you.

Thank you everyone for your thoughtful words, hugs and prayers. They really mean a lot to me. Today has been very emotional. Last word was that Hospice has come in and gave him liquid morphine for his pain. He is now resting comfortably. I was able to talk with him for like 2 minutes before her fell asleep again. I told him I loved him and he was able to say I love you back. So that made me a little happy. I also was able to speak with his pastor. He was there with him last night and again today. He kept telling me what a wonderful man my dad is, and I couldn't agree with him more. I love my dad so much.

Mildred, my heart is hurting for you. I'm here, if you ever need to talk. I'm very happy for you - that you got to spend a whole month with your dad. (((hugs)))