Posted on 08/13/2006 9:05:49 PM PDT by TheMom
In early May of this year, our dear friend Flyer was diagnosed with a brain tumor and lung cancer. The doc’s told him the tumor was not curable, but treatable. His understanding of the lung cancer was that it was minor (if there is such a thing).
Several weeks ago Flyer finished radiation. Tuesday was his first chemo treatment. Friday he was feeling bad, but did not want to go to the hospital. His brother finally called an ambulance Saturday morning to take him to the ER.
A few minutes ago Eaker, myself and Roger (Flyer’s brother) returned from the hospital. The news is not good.
The lung cancer has spread rapidly. Flyer only has use of one lung. He is on constant oxygen, and his breathing is still labored. Because of the cancer and tumor his immune system cannot keep up, now he has a major infection in his left leg. They are giving him antibiotics thru an IV
The doctors told the three of us that Flyer does not want any heroic measured taken. Right now his care instructions are to keep him hydrated and comfortable.
For those wondering why a prayer thread was not started earlier, it is because Flyer did not want one ~ several friends asked if they could start one, and he said ‘no there are others who need prayers more that I’.
It truly breaks my heart to type the following words, our good friend and a wonderful man will soon die. I am asking you to please pray for Flyer’s comfort.
Prayed
Flyer, God bless you and keep you strong. Prayers coming your way.
Please post your replies to Flyer
Flyer, My prayers going up for you and all who love you. I pray for a miracle Flyer, I pray that God sustains you. If his will is to call you home, I pray for your comfort in the time you have left with us...I pray for acceptance of his will and peace for your friends and family.
Blessings,
trussell
If you want on/off my prayer ping list, please let me know. All requests happily honored.
Oh, God.
Oh, God, please, help him, and move us to help in any way we can.
Flyer, our prayers for you from Carolina, and may God hold you safe and secure in the strength and power of His love.
A little help over here, guys, please.
Eating and petting a dog.
Prayers sent.
+ Prayers going up for Flyer +
Our prayers are with you friend.
He's got my prayers.
L
Prayers being offered for flyer's comfort.
Father, please hold flyer in your loving embrace as you comfort him during his final journey. Amen.
*tears*
Dear God...
We lift our brother Flyer up to you in prayer..
Please let his jouney to you be swift and gentle,
Go with God, Flyer..
Ms.B
Flyer,
Prayers offered from one of your FReeper family up here in the Hill Country. May God's peace and our love and prayers give you comfort and strength on your journey.
God bless and keep you.
((((hugs))))God bless you, dear Flyer, with all good blessings; may He shower you with happiness, comfort, love, peace and grace.
I remember that day..
*sniff*
ms.B
You're in my prayers, Flyer.
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