My only brother has brain cancer

[MoseyWalker]

He was taken to the ER on 10/09 and operated on 10/11.

He has been diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme. This is a brain tumor that is very aggressive and invades the white matter of the brain relentlessly. He has probably less than a year to live, and likely less than that because he waited to get treatment.

I've been helping him with everything for the past couple of weeks, and am glad I have been able to. My work people have been great, and my health seems to be pretty good right now.

He is a dedicated dem, and has donated money and time to the party for many years. He retired from his job of 19 years 2 years ago. He carried his COBRA insurance for 18 months, but was unable to get affordable insurance after that due to receiving treatment years ago for hep C.

He is a vegetarian and an exercise nut.

Not sure why I posted this, but I've been catching up on the posts, and had another overwhelming burst of sadness. Thanks for reading.

Enjoy your life folks! Be good to each other!

Peace.

[BarenakedLady]

1. I'm so sorry

:hug:

[xchrom]

2. peace be with you and your brother, mosey.

[wildhorses]

3. i wondered where you had been, mosey.

i am so sorry to hear about your brother. I hope that they can control the pain. goddam mosey. i hate this for you and your brother.

mosey. stay strong.

[livetohike]

4. My heart goes out to you, your brother and family and friends

:hug:

This is the state of health care in America, that people wait too long to get help due to affordability.

I had a cousin who passed from cancer at age 35 (ten years ago). This was before COBRA was available. He was layed off from his job and figured he was young, didn't need insurance and couldn't afford it anyway. He was working out at the gym and a MD was next to him and noticed the large lump behind my cousin's knee. He urged him to get it looked at. Yep, it was a soft tissue carcinoma, some rare type. My cousin fought it for eight years.

I can still remember the day he called me to tell me he had just paid off his first medical bill.....

Anyway, I ramble. I hope your brother has lots of quality time left.

[mainegreen]

5. I'm so sorry. Cancer is the devil.

It takes those you love away in a way that can be hard to watch.
I wish you and your brother all the best in this.

[peacefreak]

6. Mosey, I am so sorry.

I've been there. It is not an easy road to go down. I lost my brother over 20 years ago & still miss him. Cherish him & spend as much time with him as you can. You both will be in my thoughts.

[Pithlet]

7. I'm so sorry.

What horribly rotten news. :hug:

[Gormy Cuss]

8. Im so sorry, Mosey.

That tumor is a nasty fucker --I've been there with a family member. It is good that you have been able to spend time with him. Take care. :hug:

[Guava Jelly]

9. Man i am sure sorry

:hug:
:(

[haf216]

10. I 'm so sorry!

I will keep the two of you in my thoughts and prayers.

[MoseyWalker]

11. thanks everyone

sorry to be a downer here. I'm a bit of a hermit ordinarily, but have been doing almost nothing but talking to various doctors and financial people for weeks. He's been taking meds every three hours, so I haven't be sleeping well for weeks, and might be getting a little psychotic.

You folks are truly great. Thanks for your good wishes. I very much appreciate all your good thoughts.

peace.

[buddhamama]

12. I am sorry...

peace and wellness to your brother and you, MoseyWalker. :hug: :hug:

[Karenca]

13. I am so sorry.

I was wondering where you had gone.

I'm not religious, so I can only send you my love.

All my love to you and your brother.

[Kali]

14. I'm sorry.

It's always the good ones isn't it?

[Radio_Lady]

15. MoseyWalker, take care of yourself.

I send my heartfelt hugs to you at this time.

In peace,

Radio_Lady in Oregon

[johnnie]

16. I'm so sorry to hear this

I think I might give my siblings a call tonight.

Please take care.

[Radio_Lady]

17. Is their any way those of us at the DU can help you?

Your personal profile doesn't list any state or information.

Just askin' -- hope you have family and friends who can take some of the burden away.

You are a good brother.

In peace,

Radio_Lady in Oregon

[MoseyWalker]

19. thanks for the thought

but it's just something that has happened and has to be worked through.

He had cut off most of his family prior to this, and was amazed at the reaction. I found out through a friend who was following the ambulance from his town to the "big city" in the state, and called me to let me know he had a no rescusitation order. I was in the "big city" that afternoon. The rest of his family has been very supportive, but live their lives scattered in various states. I'm fairly close geographically, and am doing everything I can. I'm going to miss my big, strong, intelligent caring brother very much.

gotta go now. can't cry online. it's not socially acceptable.

[LSK]

18. Im so sorry MoseyWalker

[joneschick]

20. I'm so sorry for you and your dear brother

may all who care find the time and peace they need. I lost a brother (49 years old)just over a year ago. Diabetes is a vicious bitch too. :hug:

[devilgrrl]

21. I'm really sorry.

:hug:

[City Lights]

22. Sorry to hear about your brother, MoseyWalker.

:hug:

Your brother is fortunate that you're able to help him.

A former neighbor of mine was recently diagnosed with the same type of tumor. Very sad situation there as well. He's married with two kids. The neighbors have been pitching in with preparing dinners for them, and helping with yardwork. His kids are 15 and 12. :-(

[NC_Nurse]

23. I'm so sorry...

that is really awful news. I'm glad you can be there for him. Hugs to both of you.
:hug:

[sarge43]

24. Oh Mosey

I am so sorry. Peace and strength to you, your brother and your family.

:hug:

[NewWaveChick1981]

25. I'm really sorry, Mosey...

:hug: My heart goes out to you and your brother. :hug: I also hope you are doing well after your recent health issues. :pals:

[ThomCat]

26. I'm very sorry.

I hope his next year is as peaceful and happy as everyone around him can make it.

It's a good thing you are doing.

:hug: Be well.

[knowbody0]

27. I was worried about you

Peace to you, may you have some good quality time with brother

[hedgehog]

28. Be sure to let us know how both of you are doing.

It's looks like some bad times are ahead. Let us give you a shoulder to lean on if we can help.

[bigwillq]

29. Sending out my good vibes to your bro.

All the best to him.

:hi: :hug:

[UrbScotty]

30. Peace to you and your brother.

:hug:

[brook]

31. Oh, Mosey...

:cry:
I wish you and your brother as peaceful and loving passage through this sad, sad journey as is possible.
:grouphug:

[China_cat]

32. It's going to get harder.

My favorite ex-husband died from the same thing. He was a musician and a man who loved words...all kinds of words. Puns and our own versions of Srabble and crosswords and anacrostics and codes. The words spilled out everywhere until the stock phrase for everyone who knew him became "shut up, Stuart, you're babbling again". First the tumor took his music when he could no longer make his hands do what he wanted them to. And then it took his words. It left his understanding but took his ability to communicate.

Nobody should ever have to go through that. And nobody should ever have to watch it happen to someone they love. I'm so sorry for you.

[2bfree]

33. I am so sorry.

I really am.

[Haole Girl]

34. I don't know what I could say that would...

...make you feel better right now. I'll just offer you & your whole family some of these...:hug: :hug: :hug:

[Mz Pip]

35. So sorry

You're brother is lucky to have you. Do the best you can. Be there for him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Mz Pip
:dem:

[JitterbugPerfume]

36. I am so sorry , Mosey Walker

It is very hard to watch someone that you love suffering .

Strength and peace to you

[RiffRandell]

37. I am so sorry.

Please research financial assistance to patients with no insurance. It's hard to come by, but it is out there. My husband battled stage 3 oral cancer---his next scan is nov 6th. We had great insurance, and even that sucked. Please do your homework; it's his life.

[Presidentcokedupfratboy]

38. I'm so sorry

Treasure the time you have left with him. My brother is my best friend, and I don't know what I would do without him.