New Donna Update

[Jan214]

Dear Friends,

I received a text msg from Donna a little while ago and I am just going to write it here verbatim.

"Starting to tell everyone may have 2 get news from u hard 2 type answers 2 all 4 me now lol put u as who will let them know i appreciate them all get so looped on dilaudid"

I am glad she gets looped on dilaudid, that means she isn't in any pain.

I sent her two texts that she answered in one. I asked her if she wanted Cory to come get her husband out of the house tomorrow while she picks out her funeral arrangements.  OMG I can't even imagine.  The funeral home people are going to go to her house so she doesn't have to get out.  Her husband "J" thought she would get better once she was home and is having a hard time dealing with the reality of the situation.  For him picking that stuff is in the unseen future, for Donna it is close at hand, so I think he will take it hard.  Donna is so strong even now she is more worried about those around her than herself.  Her pastor came to visit today also so I think that was a good thing.   I also told her I was going to ask you all to say your goodbyes and than stop writing because it was to taxing on her and she didn't need to be worrying about whether she was hurting someone's feelings or not.  You all know how it is.  This is her response to those text msgs.

"I hope j will pick his stuff 2 he said he would & no one 2 do it 4 him talked to chris & ronnie just now & they want 2 send notes if i can't answer so i want them 2 know i c them & appr it & u would update 4 me pastor helped"

Donna's onc told her that she could have two months if she stayed on the glucose IV, but that it would get uncomfortable for her and she would want to stop it.  She gets about 1500 calories a day that way, but that is not the same as food and Donna is losing a lot of weight.  She will slowly starve to death if she stays on it to long so she will stop sometime soon.  We are looking at week/s not months now.  Cory and I are going down Friday and I don't know how long we will stay.  Maybe just the day, maybe longer.  I know I am going back down next week also after my CT/Chest X Ray on Tuesday and will stay several days if not longer.  I want to be there for her in the end and that is so up in the air right now.  She has decided that when she gets to a certain point she wants to be in the hospital/hospice care.  It is a local hospital in a small town, but she has a Dr friend who works there and she will get VIP treatment.  She is kind of afraid of being in pain and worried about how J will take it if she dies at home.  She is afraid he will lose it and not know what to do.  That is one of the reasons I want to be there.  Just in case she doesn't get to the hospital before, I don't want him to be home alone when/if it does happen like that. She is not to awfully afraid of the dying part, but she is scared of being in pain so that is one reason she is choosing the hospital at the end.  She has gone the range of feelings and is angry at the Drs who can't do anything, angry at the world, angry that she has to go so young, angry that J will be left alone, but through all of that anger, she is LOL a lot so that could be a good lesson for us: no matter how angry we get, we have to keep our heads and not let the rage keep us from LOL.  Most of you know who/what I am talking about.  I will keep you informed as well as I can.  Please understand if Donna does not answer your notes or emails.  She just doesn't have it in her right now, but wants you all to know how much she loves and appreciates all of you for your numerous kindnesses.
Love,
Jan

[crecco]

Donna,
  We love you too Hon. You have been more than a friend to so many of us and this forum will never be the same without you. We may have never met, but I know that I do not speak only for myself when I say that I feel as though you have been a life long friend
  I am glad that your family is there with you. and tell J that he is in our prayers also.
Love You,
   Chris

[gma718]

Thinking of you often and wishing you peace .............Love ya, Gia

[Brownie3321]

Love you too Donna

[marie3B]

Donna,  We do love you too.  I am glad you have had a more peaceful day.  Hugs, Marie

[SimplyStar]

And we all love you too hun,  Forever friends Marty

[msjazz]

I so appreciate all the kind words and prayers from all of you. I dearly love you all. and wish I could have met you in person. I am so glad I came on the forum and met and visited with all of you, and I am getting the notes and emails. I had another good day today, but did rest more. My mom and sister came today. The past week tere was hectic with company and hospice, today was much quieter and peaceful. Will put up a journal for Jans visit. I pray for all of us daily and am thinking of you.  I love you all,  Donna

[lvfrogs]

Thank you Jan for being such a good friend to Donna and being there when we can't.  I wish that I had good words to say but I find myself at a loss for words. Donna, you are a beautiful woman with a huge heart and I will be forever grateful to God that I got to know you, although way too short a time. I will keep you in my prayers for comfort from God, no pain and please know how much I love you. Colleen

[cirella]

Oh my...I've been out of town and am just seeing this.  Jan, thank you.  I know it meant so much to Donna but it was important for you, too.  I'm so thankful that you were able to go see Donna.  You are a wise and wonderful friend to so many people.

Whew...this is so hard.  Donna, I feel as if I'm losing a close friend.  This moment right now is the moment I dread for all the women whom I've come to know here.  How can it be that friendships are formed over the internet like this.  I've long said that this machine allows us all to be more open and honest and so I think it makes it easier to put it all out there.  Anyway, you have been a friend to me.  Your quick wit and humor have made me chuckle.  You are a Lady.   I so wish we could have had more talks.

Cancer s*cks and it makes me so mad that it robs beautiful women like you of a long life.  I pray for comfort for J and your family.  I pray for no pain for you and that you are treated like the princess that you are.  I can't even say goodbye so I'll just say that I'll see you in Heaven.  

Love you, Sweetie.

[learninboutlife]

Jan ... give my special fairy lady, aka Donna, a hug for me. Been thinking about her and you often this week. I love you Donna ... and I'm keeping you in my prayers.
Warm hugs, Fran

[SimplyStar]

Donna was the one that lifted me up so many times when I was down,  I looked for her name on posts and it made me feel better.  Such courage she has to face this all, my only hope and prayer for her right now , is to be at peace and know that she is loved  by many others.  My heartfelt thanks Donna for all that you have given to me for Leslee,  my heart is heavy now for both of you.  All my love for you, for eternity,  Marty

[gma718]

I am at a loss of words .....just praying that Donna has peace and calmness around her and no more pain....May God watch over her husband .....Jan, What can I say that everyone hasnt already said....you are incredible and remarkable.  Love ya, Gia

[silver&gold]

Sending my love to you Donna, thankyou for being such a beautiful person. Its easy to see why you have so  many friends . May you remain pain free .

Love Angie

[ireneo]

A simple message for you both - love, hugs and go in peace.

[kimmywah]

My heart is breaking.  I send all my love to you and pray that you have no pain.  Donna, you are an amazing, strong, funny woman and thank you for being so caring and concerned for all of your friends here.  Peace to you.

May the blessing of light be on you—
light without and light within.
May the blessed sunlight shine on you
and warm your heart
till it glows like a great peat fire.

Thank you Jan and how wonderful for Donna to be surrounded by so much love.

Peace and Love...Kim

[fungirl1011]

Jan, thanks again for the update.  I too will not write a message to Donna, but please tell her that I love her and wish we could have known each other better and longer.  I can  not imagine what she is going through (or what J must be going through), but I am amazed by her strength and compassion for all of us and her family.  She is going to be greatly missed.  

Jan, I am sending you a PM.  I hope you get it this time.  Love ya, Kasie

[onniebay]

Donna please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.  Jan thank you for being such a good friend.

[junamgen]

Very sad to learn the situation of Donna.  Thank you Jan for sharing.  I'll keep praying for her and hope she is with someone she loves.

Peace and Love

jun

[Tybear]

I hate this....I really, really do. I'm not good at saying the right things or being eloquint enough to properly tell Donna what an amazing and wonderful human being she truly is.
If someone could pease let her know that I'm thinking of her and will pray that she remains free from pain. I know that she'll be on the other side, cheering us all on as we continue our battles. I know that when ever I'm having a rough day or I'm scared I'll think of Donna and ask her to send me strength just as I'm sending to her now.
I love you Donna...and will never, ever forget you.
((HUGS))
Becky

[crecco]

   There is no other person in the world like Donna. He broke the mold when she came along and she will be greatly missed by so many when she is gone.
   Donna was one of the first to welcome me here a year ago when I found the forum and became a special friend to me. I only wish I had had the chance to meet the wonderful woman behind that beautiful southern drawl.
  I too have spoke with Donna on the phone and she is so amazingly strong. And I told her the same, do not worry about answering the messages, no one will mind, they just want you to know that they are thinking about you and keeping you in there prayers. As Jan said, she is at peace with herself and with God, but now she is worried about those around her and what her passing will do to them. Thats our Donna, always worried about everyone else.
  May God bless her and keep her at peace and free from pain.
    Love Chris

[dawnlyn]

I just got back from vacation and I am very saddened by this news.  Jan, please let Donna know that she and her entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.  

Jan, thank you for being you.....What a wonderful caring person you are.  

Love,
Dawnlyn

[nyc lady]

Donna - thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey.....go in peace my friend!!!!
Love,
Pam

[TrudieC]

To Donna (and no need to answer):  I am in awe of your strength, your peace, your love, your talent, your wit and your understanding.  You are definitely an original and much loved by so many.  May you feel the warm embrace that is being sent to you across the miles.

Love, Trudie

[Knotmeg]

Jan,
You are a good friend.

Donna was very kind to me when I first came here... when my mother was first diagnosed.  I am so sad to hear this is happening and I pray for peace and quiet as she faces these next few weeks.

May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Love, Meg

[vegas2cr]

If you look in the dictionary for the words remarkable, dignified and with grace Donna's picture is there.  I spoke to her on the phone and she is more concered about everyone and everthing else... She also wanted me to say she no longer has the strength to answers posts or messages.. So I told her I would send her messages and let her know how much I loved her and not to think about answering me.

She is very tired although still has her wit and charm about her.  Please G-d wrap Donna in your arms and give her peace.. Johnny you are also in my thoughts she loves you so much...   Ronni