The second nerve block was successful for mom. Finally, the never-ending cancer pain has left however mom's level of energy is pretty low. She has very little energy to walk and runs out of steam just walking a few steps.
Today mom and I went to the Cancer Center. She is dehydrated and needed vital fluids. Her Biliruben count is still high and her liver is just not functioning. The oncologist has decided to take her off her chemo since it has been determined that it will not benefit her anymore - cancer has conquered.
The goal now is to be at peace, without the pain, without the poisons from the chemo, to rest. Actually, the body will start slowing down and sleep will take over.... My mom is strong event though her body isn't strong. She hasn't given up but she is a realist. So many milestones coming up - my parents 50th anniversary on 21 February and my son Jacob's bar mitzvah on 28 February. Mom still worries more of others than herself - she feels she's disappointing others with her fate.
I'm going to loose one of my best friends, my mentor, my business partner. However, mom will always be with me. This is the strength that will get me through these next few days, weeks, months...
Today mom and I went to the Cancer Center. She is dehydrated and needed vital fluids. Her Biliruben count is still high and her liver is just not functioning. The oncologist has decided to take her off her chemo since it has been determined that it will not benefit her anymore - cancer has conquered.
The goal now is to be at peace, without the pain, without the poisons from the chemo, to rest. Actually, the body will start slowing down and sleep will take over.... My mom is strong event though her body isn't strong. She hasn't given up but she is a realist. So many milestones coming up - my parents 50th anniversary on 21 February and my son Jacob's bar mitzvah on 28 February. Mom still worries more of others than herself - she feels she's disappointing others with her fate.
I'm going to loose one of my best friends, my mentor, my business partner. However, mom will always be with me. This is the strength that will get me through these next few days, weeks, months...
4 comments:
Ira, your words are beautiful.
We are with you and love you and your family.
Ira, Your mpother is and will always be with you...in your smile and in your children's eyes. The habits that you once thought were yours, you will now come to realize were you imitating your mother...even the ones that you made fun of...our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always...have strength for your dad...love Linda and the Rishty family.
May you all find peace and acceptance. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With love, Kelly and Rick
Having a son as caring and thoughful as you, Ira, surely brings pride, joy and great satisfaction to your Mom, even though nothing will remove all the pain or change the course of events in motion. As parents we hope our children choose good role models in life. You are my role model, Ira -- a caring and generous man I want my sons to know.
Our family is with yours at this most difficult time, but please draw some confort in knowing that your Mom has this opportunity to witness your pure kindness and love, and should be very be proud of the wonderful son she raised in Ira Alemas.
With heart-felt prayers to Roberta, Steven, Jacob and you,
Rick, Kelly, Evan, Jared & Kayla Wolf
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