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I'm thankful to all of you for your thoughtful comments on my pics with the parents. Living two states away from them is tough. Mom's dementia is getting pretty bad and Dad's cancer... well, it's cancer and he's tired of fighting it. I've made this road trip knowing full well it might be the last time I get to spend with either of them. Thanks for indulging me. You all really are a wonderful group of humans.

Duke 8 May 22
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I lost my wife of 27 years to cancer in Sept 2017,but she smoked,quitting 30+ years ago,but too late,it's a cruel disease first the Radiation then the Chemotherapy,both giving hope,but it was not to be.....

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One way or another, we all are on this together.

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My mom died of cancer, and dad from COPD. I was grateful to have had time with them both before they left us. Cherish it - so glad you took this trip.

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Birth is a fatal disease hard to endure when suffering through it. Take care and stay strong for the ones dear to you.

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Thinking of u Kenny.

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That's quite sad. This sounds like a very difficult journey. You are stronger than me.

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Dementia is a cruel disease, the shell is there but the person is gone. Enjoy your time with them, sounds like their season is coming to a close.

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I'm new here, so I didn't see your pictures of your trip to see your parents, but I can relate to this post. About a month ago, I went to see my dad in Arizona. He was diagnosed with ALS just over a year ago. I went to see him last August and he was still walking around, albeit with a cane. This time, he was confined to a wheelchair and has lost the use of his left hand. I relished every second I could spend with him during my 5 day trip. But I also woke up at 5 am, picked a different mountain every day, hiked to the top, and had a good cry. I just wanted to say I feel you and I wish you and your parents the best. ♡

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I lost my own mother to cancer. I'm sorry you're going through this. We're here for you.

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Words won't help your folks, but words may help you to cope with things. You're doing what you can. That picture with your Mom will live forever in our minds until each and everyone of us will be gone too. One day at the time, that's all there is.

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tipi Level 7 May 23, 2018

I agree. I think diet can make a difference.

Once the cancer has metastacized, it's difficult to come back from that. And, unless one believes in miracles and magical thinking, it's best to accept what's coming at this point. It's in his lymph nodes and his bones.

@Duke So sorry. Take care.

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Treasure the memory of this - and other - visits, for these memories will last long beyond mere physical presence. We all feel for you, our friend.

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My mom is fine now, but she had cancer. I am italian I live in Wales. I feel you, man!

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My Mom has cancer. She lives 5 1/2 hours away. I feel you.

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We're with ya', Duke!

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Our thoughts and support are with you !

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I'm so sorry, it's such a heartbreaking time...I hope you were able to make some good memories during your time. Giant hugs!!!

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Enjoy the time you have, friend.

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I have not been on here in a while. I am very sorry to hear your news. All I can say is that with my mom getting dementia it was not really that bad. She changed but got "nice?" My father passed when I was only 11 years old. It is such a difficult time at the end of a life. I remember my father in my memories. In that way he lives on. Just remember that this is a good group. Folks are here for you. Sometimes more than you even realize. If you need someone to talk to...well you know where to find us. We are right here. Only an email away. May you find peace with your loved ones.

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Love you man....

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Very similar here, hard but you can do it... my Dad passed from cancer 13 months ago and I’m taking care of my mom with dementia... had to buy a house and moved hee in with me and my 3 kids. Hardest stuff ever but the good times will prevail, thier will be many in the mix.

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You and yours are in my thoughts. Enjoy this time with them.

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Give 'em both a hug from me, too!!!

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