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Well my friends, unfortunately it's been a very tough week, and in fact a difficult month. About 3 weeks ago I headed over to my parents place about a half hour away to drop by, and my dad caught me on the way in and raised concerns about my mom's health. I talked to her and was surprised that she was having trouble finishing sentences and other issues. I was shocked because I had seen her just 2 weeks before and everything was normal. We convinced her to head to the hospital. Tests seemed fine at first and her condition improved quickly, but then we abruptly received a shocking diagnosis, pancreatic cancer, stage 4. After that, I'm glad I was able to spend a lot of time with her, because things went downhill extremely quickly, and she passed away exactly two weeks after that first day of symptoms (last weekend). It's rough, but I'm hanging in there, I just feel so bad for my dad because of the suddenness of it all. But, I'll be keeping an eye on him. Sorry for the downer post as the weekend begins, but it's better to write about it then it is to talk about it.
 
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Volprofch05 said:
Well my friends, unfortunately it's been a very tough week, and in fact a difficult month. About 3 weeks ago I headed over to my parents place about a half hour away to drop by, and my dad caught me on the way in and raised concerns about my mom's health. I talked to her and was surprised that she was having trouble finishing sentences and other issues. I was shocked because I had seen her just 2 weeks before and everything was normal. We convinced her to head to the hospital. Tests seemed fine at first and her condition improved quickly, but then we abruptly received a shocking diagnosis, pancreatic cancer, stage 4. After that, I'm glad I was able to spend a lot of time with her, because things went downhill extremely quickly, and she passed away exactly two weeks after that first day of symptoms (last weekend). It's rough, but I'm hanging in there, I just feel so bad for my dad because of the suddenness of it all. But, I'll be keeping an eye on him. Sorry for the downer post as the weekend begins, but it's better to write about it then it is to talk about it.
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So sorry to hear the passing of your mother so quickly & suddenly. It's interesting how everything seems to be going along great & then out of the blue a tragedy can & will happen. Thoughts & prayers coming your way my friend.
 
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W.TN.Orange Blood said:
So sorry to hear the passing of your mother so quickly & suddenly. It's interesting how everything seems to be going along great & then out of the blue a tragedy can & will happen. Thoughts & prayers coming your way my friend.
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I appreciate the note and prayers WTOB. It's very difficult, but my family is a tough crew and we'll get through it together.
 
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Volprofch05 said:
Well my friends, unfortunately it's been a very tough week, and in fact a difficult month. About 3 weeks ago I headed over to my parents place about a half hour away to drop by, and my dad caught me on the way in and raised concerns about my mom's health. I talked to her and was surprised that she was having trouble finishing sentences and other issues. I was shocked because I had seen her just 2 weeks before and everything was normal. We convinced her to head to the hospital. Tests seemed fine at first and her condition improved quickly, but then we abruptly received a shocking diagnosis, pancreatic cancer, stage 4. After that, I'm glad I was able to spend a lot of time with her, because things went downhill extremely quickly, and she passed away exactly two weeks after that first day of symptoms (last weekend). It's rough, but I'm hanging in there, I just feel so bad for my dad because of the suddenness of it all. But, I'll be keeping an eye on him. Sorry for the downer post as the weekend begins, but it's better to write about it then it is to talk about it.
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Stay strong, especially for your Dad. Sorry for your loss.
 
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Volprofch05 said:
Well my friends, unfortunately it's been a very tough week, and in fact a difficult month. About 3 weeks ago I headed over to my parents place about a half hour away to drop by, and my dad caught me on the way in and raised concerns about my mom's health. I talked to her and was surprised that she was having trouble finishing sentences and other issues. I was shocked because I had seen her just 2 weeks before and everything was normal. We convinced her to head to the hospital. Tests seemed fine at first and her condition improved quickly, but then we abruptly received a shocking diagnosis, pancreatic cancer, stage 4. After that, I'm glad I was able to spend a lot of time with her, because things went downhill extremely quickly, and she passed away exactly two weeks after that first day of symptoms (last weekend). It's rough, but I'm hanging in there, I just feel so bad for my dad because of the suddenness of it all. But, I'll be keeping an eye on him. Sorry for the downer post as the weekend begins, but it's better to write about it then it is to talk about it.
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Professor, I’m thinking about you bud and will say a prayer for you and your family tonight! Keep your head up and spend time with your dad!
 
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cobbwebb0710 said:
It’s crazy how I’ve never met any of you in person, but 2 of my guys are going through a tough stretch right now and it’s got me down as well!
My heart truly goes out to you guys, as well as prayers!
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You’re a good dude CW. I find solace in that my mom’s total focus when she was in the hospital was that she didn’t want her condition to make others feel sad. She never once thought about herself. I’m doing my best to carry on her wishes by keeping it together.
 
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Volprofch05 said:
You’re a good dude CW. I find solace in that my mom’s total focus when she was in the hospital was that she didn’t want her condition to make others feel sad. She never once thought about herself. I’m doing my best to carry on her wishes by keeping it together.
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She’s a good mom and that’s what the good ones do. They put their family before themselves!
I’m sad that you lost your mom but I’m happy that you have a good mom!
 
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Volprofch05 said:
Well my friends, unfortunately it's been a very tough week, and in fact a difficult month. About 3 weeks ago I headed over to my parents place about a half hour away to drop by, and my dad caught me on the way in and raised concerns about my mom's health. I talked to her and was surprised that she was having trouble finishing sentences and other issues. I was shocked because I had seen her just 2 weeks before and everything was normal. We convinced her to head to the hospital. Tests seemed fine at first and her condition improved quickly, but then we abruptly received a shocking diagnosis, pancreatic cancer, stage 4. After that, I'm glad I was able to spend a lot of time with her, because things went downhill extremely quickly, and she passed away exactly two weeks after that first day of symptoms (last weekend). It's rough, but I'm hanging in there, I just feel so bad for my dad because of the suddenness of it all. But, I'll be keeping an eye on him. Sorry for the downer post as the weekend begins, but it's better to write about it then it is to talk about it.
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Hate to hear this about your mother...heart goes out to you...hope you're doing well...prays to you and you're loved ones during this grieving period..
 
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Volprofch05 said:
Well my friends, unfortunately it's been a very tough week, and in fact a difficult month. About 3 weeks ago I headed over to my parents place about a half hour away to drop by, and my dad caught me on the way in and raised concerns about my mom's health. I talked to her and was surprised that she was having trouble finishing sentences and other issues. I was shocked because I had seen her just 2 weeks before and everything was normal. We convinced her to head to the hospital. Tests seemed fine at first and her condition improved quickly, but then we abruptly received a shocking diagnosis, pancreatic cancer, stage 4. After that, I'm glad I was able to spend a lot of time with her, because things went downhill extremely quickly, and she passed away exactly two weeks after that first day of symptoms (last weekend). It's rough, but I'm hanging in there, I just feel so bad for my dad because of the suddenness of it all. But, I'll be keeping an eye on him. Sorry for the downer post as the weekend begins, but it's better to write about it then it is to talk about it.
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Volprof, so sorry to hear about your mom. Pancreatic cancer is just awful. Prayers to you, your dad and family.
 
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Volprofch05 said:
Well my friends, unfortunately it's been a very tough week, and in fact a difficult month. About 3 weeks ago I headed over to my parents place about a half hour away to drop by, and my dad caught me on the way in and raised concerns about my mom's health. I talked to her and was surprised that she was having trouble finishing sentences and other issues. I was shocked because I had seen her just 2 weeks before and everything was normal. We convinced her to head to the hospital. Tests seemed fine at first and her condition improved quickly, but then we abruptly received a shocking diagnosis, pancreatic cancer, stage 4. After that, I'm glad I was able to spend a lot of time with her, because things went downhill extremely quickly, and she passed away exactly two weeks after that first day of symptoms (last weekend). It's rough, but I'm hanging in there, I just feel so bad for my dad because of the suddenness of it all. But, I'll be keeping an eye on him. Sorry for the downer post as the weekend begins, but it's better to write about it then it is to talk about it.
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Prayers for you and your family 🙏

At least you were able to spend time with her during her remaining days. Some people are not afforded that opportunity to say their goodbyes. Always tell your friends and family how much you love them.
 
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cobbwebb0710 said:
It’s crazy how I’ve never met any of you in person, but 2 of my guys are going through a tough stretch right now and it’s got me down as well!
My heart truly goes out to you guys, as well as prayers!
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Seconded. If there is anything we can do for you guys, just let us know. We all have down moments in our lives but you guys are experiencing the worst of it right now. It really hurts my heart to know you are having to go through these challenges.
 
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VolPack22 said:
Seconded. If there is anything we can do for you guys, just let us know. We all have down moments in our lives but you guys are experiencing the worst of it right now. It really hurts my heart to know you are having to go through these challenges.
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Same here...I lost my father due to a heart attack 27 years ago when I was 25....so I know how it feels to lose a parent it sucks...
 
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VolPack22 said:
Prayers for you and your family 🙏

At least you were able to spend time with her during her remaining days. Some people are not afforded that opportunity to say their goodbyes. Always tell your friends and family how much you love them.
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Appreciate it VP, I’m definitely grateful that I was able to spend that time with her, and that through video chats she was able to speak to other family members!
 
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Volprofch05 said:
Man, that’s a tough age to go through that, that’s rough
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Yea it was really hard especially my mother...he was the love of her life ....after all these years of my father being gone she never dated another man.. told me and my sister she would never feel rite doing that even though he was gone...so yes for about 2 years she lived with me and my wife and our baby girl who was 7 weeks old when her grandfather passed away...
 
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knoxvol52 said:
Yea it was really hard especially my mother...he was the love of her life ....after all these years of my father being gone she never dated another man.. told me and my sister she would never feel rite doing that even though he was gone...so yes for about 2 years she lived with me and my wife and our baby girl who was 7 weeks old when her grandfather passed away...
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Wow, that is quite a story and amazing loyalty
 
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