Karen,

It's hard for me to know what to say to you, other than keep posting here when you need to, as I think it's a way to say things that aren't always easy to talk about... I feel your pain, but you know that you did everything possible to help your Dad through this difficult and sad process. My father also died after a long illness, and I will never forget the times I spent with him, holding his hand, talking to him about wonderful things, and feeling so sad inside... No matter how much you try to prepare for it, you are never ready for that final departure...I pray that your father has a painfree and comfortable last few days.

Ginny


Ginny M. SCC of Left lateral tongue Dx 04/06,Surgery MDACC 05/11/06: Partial glossectomy with selective neck dissection. T1N0M0 - no radiation. Phase III clinical trial ("EPOC" trial)04/07 thru 04/08 because tests showed a 65% chance of recurrence. 10 Year Survivor!