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November 15th, 2006 at 08:15 pm

Well, they confirmed it is cancer. She's got a malignant tumor in her thigh bone, metastasis from her original breast cancer.

We go to the ortho tomorrow, though I don't know what to expect from him. The cancer is eating away at my mom's bone, so the thin shell that's left isn't enough to support her. She's at a very high risk of fracture, so she's not able to walk or go to work. She'll be working from home and using a wheelchair for the near future.

Complicating the matter, my mom and I have a fair amount of baggage. Most of the time we're just excruciatingly polite to each other. Now, with all the stress and extra togetherness, I think we're going to have some trouble dealing with each other.

I've just got to try my best to find a balance between being there for her and making sure she doesn't walk all over me. Sigh...

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9 Responses to “Bad News”

  1. baselle Says:
    November 15th, 2006 at 09:04 pm

    I am so sorry. I had similar issues with my mom and my mom had breast and bone cancer also. I wish I had some good advice for you.

  2. janH Says:
    November 15th, 2006 at 09:06 pm

    I am so sorry. I wish it had been a better diagnosis. At least you know what you are dealing with now. Both my parents had difficult-to-deal-with parents, so I understand a bit of what you are saying. I hope that you take care of yourself, too. This is an incredibly stressful time for you and your family. I'll be thinking of you.

  3. boomeyers Says:
    November 15th, 2006 at 09:20 pm

    Sorry to hear the bad news. Keep your chin up and just do your best. Just being with her is a tremendous thing.

  4. englishrose Says:
    November 15th, 2006 at 10:43 pm

    God bless you both. Be strong.

  5. rduell Says:
    November 16th, 2006 at 01:55 am

    Sorry to hear that.

  6. paigu Says:
    November 16th, 2006 at 06:25 am

    Bless you both. I think you are being very brave with the situation.

  7. fairy74 Says:
    November 16th, 2006 at 09:22 am

    my relationship with my mom is the same, so I know you are really having a rough time. Many prayers for your mom's health and your ability to deal with her in the best way. Hugs to you Smile

  8. miclason Says:
    November 16th, 2006 at 12:28 pm

    ((hugs))...I had a very difficult relationship with my mom...Hope you find a way to help her while still taking care of yourself

  9. PRICEPLUS Says:
    November 16th, 2006 at 02:21 pm

    I am so very sorry. You and your mom are in my prayers and thoughts.

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