Thank you.

[NOTAGUNNUT]

Some of the folks here know that I've been through the worst time of my life over the last couple of weeks in all my 50+ years.
A few weeks ago my wife came home from work on Friday, said she wasn't feeling well, and went to bed. She spent the whole weekend in bed, so I made her go to a doctor on Monday. She went to St. Joseph's Hospital, they admitted her, and started doing tests. They didn't tell me until 2 days later that she had advanced breast cancer that had spread to her kidneys, liver, and bones. The prognosis was that she had about two weeks, maybe more becaude due to her condition there was no treatment option. Friday we moved her from the Hospital to a Hospice, and she passed away on Staurday morning 12-8.
There was a memorial service at our Church on 12-12-12, and some of the folks who post here came to the service, and sent cards from far away. I can't say how much that meant to me.

Going through papers, bills, statements and such today I found a bill from a medical lab for some sort of unspecified tests she had done about 18 months ago. Her mom died of cancer, and her dad died of cancer. she saw what they went through with the radiation, and chemo-therapy, and it appears she opted out of all of that misery in favor of keeping a higher quality of the time she had left. She kept it totally to herself, and totally together for all that time, working her job, doing housework, and cooking dinner right up to the night before she went to the hospital so as not to worry, or burden those who love her. That makes it harder now because we all wonder what might have been.

Now I'm trying to go forward about a minute at a time, trying to figure out where I go from here. As for those who offerred a card, a letter, a shoulder to lean on, or one to cry on.... thanks so much.

[Mom49of4]

Nota I do not know what to say. Hugs to you and your daughter.

[Flu]

Nota, your wife was a very strong woman if she could handle herself with such class and dignity as she did through her illness. I hope and pray that your daughter and you find peace with her passing.

[The Fetching Mrs. Moon]

I am so sorry NOTA. So, so sorry. I cannot even imagine what you are going through right now and I'm terrible with coming up with the right thing to say at times like this. Just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

[SoSad]

Nota, my sincerest condolences to you. If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know. Words seem so inadequate at this time...

[WKDWZD]

Some of the folks here know that I've been through the worst time of my life over the last couple of weeks in all my 50+ years.
A few weeks ago my wife came home from work on Friday, said she wasn't feeling well, and went to bed. She spent the whole weekend in bed, so I made her go to a doctor on Monday. She went to St. Joseph's Hospital, they admitted her, and started doing tests. They didn't tell me until 2 days later that she had advanced breast cancer that had spread to her kidneys, liver, and bones. The prognosis was that she had about two weeks, maybe more becaude due to her condition there was no treatment option. Friday we moved her from the Hospital to a Hospice, and she passed away on Staurday morning 12-8.
There was a memorial service at our Church on 12-12-12, and some of the folks who post here came to the service, and sent cards from far away. I can't say how much that meant to me.

Going through papers, bills, statements and such today I found a bill from a medical lab for some sort of unspecified tests she had done about 18 months ago. Her mom died of cancer, and her dad died of cancer. she saw what they went through with the radiation, and chemo-therapy, and it appears she opted out of all of that misery in favor of keeping a higher quality of the time she had left. She kept it totally to herself, and totally together for all that time, working her job, doing housework, and cooking dinner right up to the night before she went to the hospital so as not to worry, or burden those who love her. That makes it harder now because we all wonder what might have been.

Now I'm trying to go forward about a minute at a time, trying to figure out where I go from here. As for those who offerred a card, a letter, a shoulder to lean on, or one to cry on.... thanks so much.

Nota, I am truly sorry to learn of this. I wish you and your family peace and comfort in the days, weeks and months ahead. You will move forward and you will do so with and because of the memory of your lovely wife.

[LarryN]

Wow. I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't even imagine living without my wife by my side.

[mockingbird]

My sincere heart felt condolences to you and your daughter, Nota.
You have been in my thoughts since I heard the news.

peace and hugs to you and yours.

[shutout]

I am sorry to hear of your loss and will keep you and your family in my prayers.

[Up2DaRack]

So very, very sorry to hear this NOTA. My deepest sympathies for your loss, and heartfelt condolences to you and your lovely daughter. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers, hoping God will comfort you both in this difficult time. I know it is cliche, but should you need anything...

[stagefright]

Nota, please accept my heartfelt condolences. I'm so sorry to hear this sad news.

Kathi

[sigmalady]

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I will remember you in my prayers (((Hugs))). Wish there was more I could offer.

[segram99]

My sincere condolences Nota...

Stay strong for your daughter and yourself.

[MsTaken]

Just heartbreaking. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughter.

[NOTAGUNNUT]

Thanks everyone. Heading back to work tomorrow.

[Towsongirl]

Nota, my deepest condolences to you and your beautiful daughter. My heart broke when I learned of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

[workerbee]

So sorry to hear. My prayers to you and your family. Stay strong.

[Eastside Terp]

Nota, I'm truly sorry to hear such terrible news. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughter. I know what a close and loving family you all were and how painful this must be.

[mms]

Some of the folks here know that I've been through the worst time of my life over the last couple of weeks in all my 50+ years.
A few weeks ago my wife came home from work on Friday, said she wasn't feeling well, and went to bed. She spent the whole weekend in bed, so I made her go to a doctor on Monday. She went to St. Joseph's Hospital, they admitted her, and started doing tests. They didn't tell me until 2 days later that she had advanced breast cancer that had spread to her kidneys, liver, and bones. The prognosis was that she had about two weeks, maybe more becaude due to her condition there was no treatment option. Friday we moved her from the Hospital to a Hospice, and she passed away on Staurday morning 12-8.
There was a memorial service at our Church on 12-12-12, and some of the folks who post here came to the service, and sent cards from far away. I can't say how much that meant to me.

Going through papers, bills, statements and such today I found a bill from a medical lab for some sort of unspecified tests she had done about 18 months ago. Her mom died of cancer, and her dad died of cancer. she saw what they went through with the radiation, and chemo-therapy, and it appears she opted out of all of that misery in favor of keeping a higher quality of the time she had left. She kept it totally to herself, and totally together for all that time, working her job, doing housework, and cooking dinner right up to the night before she went to the hospital so as not to worry, or burden those who love her. That makes it harder now because we all wonder what might have been.

Now I'm trying to go forward about a minute at a time, trying to figure out where I go from here. As for those who offerred a card, a letter, a shoulder to lean on, or one to cry on.... thanks so much.

Very sorry to read this. My condolences to you and your family. She seemed like an amazingly strong and caring woman. I hope you find peace.

[mythoughts]

I am deeply saddened by your loss. Please accept my condolences.
Though we have never met reading this thread your wife sounds like a kindhearted and generous person.
I hope and pray that you will have strength during this time of loss.

Sincerely,
Ken