The End is Near ...

Today has been a rough day for the family. The day started off with dad being transported to get chemo. When we got there, a miscommunication had been made and dad was to early for his chemo. He is not strong enough to be transported more than twice a day, so we were left waiting for his cancer to figure out what to do next. When the cancer doctor arrived, dad told him he was tired and couldn't fight anymore. Dad has been fighting this cancer so hard these past 8 weeks and his body just can't keep up with the demands of fighting such a tough cancer. After checking dad's lab work, the doctor told us that cancer treatments right now are not an option. While doing chemo or other such treatments would help shrink the cancer, the chances of completely getting all of it out were slim to none. Also, the chance of the cancer coming back was very. He also hinted that dad's cancer had spread. After finding out all of this, dad stuck with his decision to be put in a hospice ... and that is where we are today. All of our family that is in town was at the hospice tonight along with some very close friends of our family. A lot of tears have been shed today, but also some laughs as we remembered all of the good and funny moments we all shared with dad. While we do not know how much longer he has, we are cherishing these last few days we have with him. I am going to miss my dad more than I words can explain. I could not have asked for a better dad. He always pushed me to do my best with whatever endeavors I take on. He supported me in every decision I made. He always had our families best interest at heart. Although dad may no longer be with us soon, his spirit will continue on in the many people's lives that he has touched. He is a very special man and I am going to miss him dearly. Thank you for all of your love, support, and prayers. My family can definitely feel all of your abounding love and are truly grateful for it.