Prayers requested
 

My cousin died yesterday after a long illness. I'm doing fairly well, but her husband and two adult children are hurting very badly.

She had a glioblastoma. It is a large, cancerous brain tumor. It is the same condition that Ted Kennedy is suffering with.

It started off as a smaller tumor, but recently grew in size and was re-classified. The doctors lost hope. She was assigned at home hospice care. Her husband has been doing a lot of that care as well.

As a side note, I wanted to mention is that I went to visit her about two weeks ago. We live many states apart. I have never done anything like this before. I do think this was a positive experience for all concerned.

Right after I left, I sent her a special "care" package, based on what I learned during my time with her. They say she loved it.

Tenatively, there will be a brief memorial/life celebration service and I will not likely attend. However, I already feel a sense of closure forming and I am happy with my decision to visit with her prior to her passing.

Prayers would be greatly appreciated for her spouse and children. Prayers that I have the right words to be of help to them in the coming months.
I could also use prayers as well. She was my closest relative...I really am unfamiliar with the others and they are far, far away. I have a sense of lonliness with all of this, but am trying hard not to focus on it.

Thank you.

Lifting up prayers as we speak :hug:

:grouphug::hug:and many prayers Vowel Lady..CoolAngel26

my deep sympathy and I pray for comfort for the family, and for you to have the words you need :hug:

I am sorry for your lost, mine and Deborahs prayers and thoughts are with you, your family and your cousins family:hug:

((Vowel Lady)) Love and prayers for you and your family. :hug:

I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this very said time and please know that if you need anything, I am here to help in anyway I can.

(((Vowel Lady)))

Alison:hug:

:hug: Vowel lady I'm sorry for your loss. My prayers are for peace and comfort for the whole family during this sad time. May each find the strength to continue on the journey their loved one would want for them.

So very sorry for your loss.
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So glad you got to see your cousin when you did. Take care of yourself.

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