Good thoughts from me, too, Baker. Keep us updated.
i hope everything turns out OK
My step-grandpa was diagnosed with lung cancer in 1980. He quit smoking, had surgery and was quoted saying “I’ll be damned if I will let lung cancer kill me.” It didn’t. In 1988, he died of pneumonia because he refused to be checked into the hospital when he was diagnosed with it after a bad cold. Stubbornness killed him. Certainly not lung cancer.
(((Baker & Mom)))
Digital is the new Analog is right in that it may be that your mother was lucky that this was found earlier than it would normally have been found. I hope she gets better soon, and it’s good that she has such a loving and supportive family. (((Baker and Mom)))
My mother will probably be leaving the hospital on Tuesday or Wednesday, but won’t be going directly home. She’ll go to a sub-acute rehab facility. She needs to get her strength back before any cancer therapy can begin.
She had a needle biopsy on Friday, we should be getting the results in a day or two.
She really wants to get back to the house, so hopefully the intermediate care will help with that. Mom has eaten solid food but not enough, IMNSHO. Says she doesn’t feel like it, but she’s going to have to eat more no matter how she’s “Not hungry”
Once she’s in rehab they’ll get her moving and her appetite will come back. Good luck with all that is yet to come. And don’t forget to take care of your own self, Baker. When you’re stressed it’s all to easy to forget that you also need to eat, and sleep, and get some exercise, and give yourself breaks. And be good to yourself. Keep us posted.
Just caught up with this thread. I’m so sorry about your mom’s diagnosis, but glad they seem to have caught it early.
I had a good friend who went in for some routine x-rays and the doc spotted something on his kidney in the background of the picture. It was a malignant tumor, which wouldn’t have been noticed until he started having symptoms. They removed it and he went merrily on his way. Died at the age of 94.
Do keep us up to date on what’s happening. Everyone is pulling for you.
We’re keeping you all on the list at church for the future so prayers and warm feelings continue.
I just got home from the hospital. She should be in rehab by Tuesday. She wants so much to go home but she needs to put some meat on her bones and get to feeling better.
It did cheer her up yesterday afternoon the the University of Kansas basketball team won it’s game. Take that Texas!
Thanks so much for letting me bend all your ears! It really helps.
I don’t think many people like going to rehab before going home…but it’s a good thing. She’s still going to have some ups and downs, and having some people around to watch her as she gets started will help.
Good news! I’ve got plenty of good wishes left, and more are going your way! 
Mom went to rehab today. It’s a really nice place. We’ve met some of the staff and they all seem friendly. She should be there about two weeks we are told. Still don’t have results on the biopsy, but no news is good news.
My husband spent time in rehab after a hip replacement and it was a pretty upbeat place. People working to get better with lots of help and encouragement. The atmosphere was quite uplifting.
Keep posting. Hugs to you and your mom.
Just now seeing this. So sorry, Baker! I’m glad your mom had the immediate issue of the bowel obstruction resolved successfully. Now to gain weight so she can fight that lung cancer most effectively! You’re both in my thoughts & prayers. {{{hugs}}}
Mom is a little down, as today we found the cancer may be more advanced than earlier believed. But she still is looking better each day, and is doing well in rehab.
Today at work, with no warning whatsoever, I started crying. Got it under control before I made a spectacle of myself though.
One of the clergy at Mom’s church visited again today and she recieved Communion, which she had been wanting. That helped her spirit some.
Anyone says anything make a note and I’ll come kick their ass for them.
My brother had a triple bypass a couple days back and tomorrow is our birthday. He’s doing good and I’m a big hairy guy and all but I had to take a cry break for a while at work today. Anything that helps us through and gives us strength is good ---- and Hades on anyone who says otherwise.
I’m sorry you’re hurting Baker.
My mom was diagnosed with lung cancer and given only months to live. She didn’t want to treat it, but my sister asked her to, so she took a couple of treatments of chemo before giving up because the side effects were just not worth it to her.
But it worked, or seemed to anyway, as her doctor told her that the cancer had stopped growing. He told her he was stumped and the cancer is not what she died from. Here’s hoping your mom will stump everyone too.
I hope you feel better soon.
No one will EVER say anything, I guarantee. EVERYONE knows what it’s like to see a loved one hurting. For some reason people are afraid of being ridiculed or mocked for crying (maybe from elementary school days), but every adult knows what it is to hurt for someone.
Crying is good for you. When I’m really sad, it’s the only thing that gives relief. For a few minutes afterward, I usually feel okay. Then it builds up again… so I cry again.
Baker, keep checking in. Big hugs coming your way and Mom’s way.
Happy Belated B-day, kopek. Glad your (twin?) bro is around to celebrate with you!
Very best wishes, prayers, and good vibes I wish you both.
Thank you Master.
It’s good to see you back.