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I am dying. [View all] SmileyRose Apr 2013 OP
thank you for honoring us w/your thoughts Botany Apr 2013 #1
Sorry to Jump In Here But.... (please read!) LeighAnn Apr 2013 #100
I agree!! Read this post! DonRedwood Apr 2013 #173
I am so sorry. dsc Apr 2013 #2
... NYC_SKP Apr 2013 #3
... undeterred Apr 2013 #4
My dear SmileyRose Loki Apr 2013 #5
I'm sorry, I never know what to say... one_voice Apr 2013 #6
You've said it very well. It comes from your heart. Cal33 Apr 2013 #258
This one post will affect a lot of us for some time to come. randome Apr 2013 #7
Man, NO KIDDING, randome. calimary Apr 2013 #121
. nt Guy Whitey Corngood Apr 2013 #8
You have always been one of the "best" of us Smiley Rose. Don't fade away. riderinthestorm Apr 2013 #9
I'm so sorry. KatyaR Apr 2013 #10
I pray you find peace in this passing... Melinda Apr 2013 #11
I wish I had had the opportunity to know you SmileyRose... Sekhmets Daughter Apr 2013 #12
My dear... Find the time to enjoy what you still can nadinbrzezinski Apr 2013 #13
We are all dying. Brickbat Apr 2013 #14
I'm aching for you... Ilsa Apr 2013 #15
My dear SmileyRose... CaliforniaPeggy Apr 2013 #16
I'm so glad your diagnosis was a good one renate Apr 2013 #113
Words are inadequate pnwmom Apr 2013 #115
Aw, Smiley Rose. Peace to you and thank you for your thoughts uppityperson Apr 2013 #17
I wish you peace in these days. hrmjustin Apr 2013 #18
Peace the rest of your days my dear. GiveMeFreedom Apr 2013 #19
GiveMeFreedom, I hope the same for you. pnwmom Apr 2013 #114
GiveMeFreedom, femmocrat Apr 2013 #160
you will be in my thoughts - healing hopes for many good days...... NRaleighLiberal Apr 2013 #20
Oh no, I wish this weren't so. LiberalAndProud Apr 2013 #21
Also at a loss for words. abq e streeter Apr 2013 #22
SmileyRose bigtree Apr 2013 #23
oh my dear. I am so sorry cali Apr 2013 #24
No words, just a hug. likesmountains 52 Apr 2013 #25
(((((((SmileyRose)))))))... TeeYiYi Apr 2013 #26
I wish I had known you, SmileyRose. Kennah Apr 2013 #27
So very sorry. ProSense Apr 2013 #28
Oh SmileyRose of the beautiful name Hekate Apr 2013 #29
My beloved SmileyRose DainBramaged Apr 2013 #30
Smiley Rose, you have brought joy to many. kentuck Apr 2013 #31
Words are so inadequate.......so shraby Apr 2013 #32
Love right back to you! Just take it one day at a time. colorado_ufo Apr 2013 #33
I'm sorry, SmileyRose mokawanis Apr 2013 #34
I wish I knew the right thing to say Marrah_G Apr 2013 #35
you are absolutely eloquent. BlancheSplanchnik Apr 2013 #36
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with such grace. Peace. nt s-cubed Apr 2013 #37
Keep fighting XRubicon Apr 2013 #38
SmileyRose, pacalo Apr 2013 #39
I'm racking my brain for something meaningful to say, but I'm failing miserably. Beacool Apr 2013 #40
You're in my thoughts. TDale313 Apr 2013 #41
SR, what state do you live in? Is there anything you need at this time we can help with? Melinda Apr 2013 #42
Thank you SmileyRose Apr 2013 #76
It's reassuring to know you have good health insurance and a big family. Auntie Bush Apr 2013 #184
May peace be with you, SmileyRose. Sissyk Apr 2013 #43
peace and comfort to you. PeaceNikki Apr 2013 #44
Love and light to you moonbeam23 Apr 2013 #45
. sarisataka Apr 2013 #46
Wish you all the best. still_one Apr 2013 #47
k&r.... spanone Apr 2013 #48
Oh I am so sorry to hear this. Glad that you felt comfortable sharing this Marie Marie Apr 2013 #49
I have always believed that death is a profoundly personal thing. Revolutionary Girl Apr 2013 #50
K & R mac56 Apr 2013 #51
... Tree-Hugger Apr 2013 #52
Blessings. WheelWalker Apr 2013 #53
What a touching post. My heart goes out to you. eom Frustratedlady Apr 2013 #54
. Lady Freedom Returns Apr 2013 #55
I'm so sorry. I thank you for your example. Eleanors38 Apr 2013 #56
It's nice to know that DU has touched your life in such good ways. closeupready Apr 2013 #57
Such clarity. rug Apr 2013 #58
Hi. musical_soul Apr 2013 #59
. JI7 Apr 2013 #60
so sorry. DesertFlower Apr 2013 #61
We ARE community, as you say. dixiegrrrrl Apr 2013 #62
Dear SmileyRose Euphoria Apr 2013 #63
I don't have the words... Bobbie Jo Apr 2013 #64
My dear, I am so sorry you are leaving us. juajen Apr 2013 #65
Is that any type amuse bouche Apr 2013 #164
Manuka honey is the best! BobbyBoring Apr 2013 #196
The article didn't say, but I am sure that they expect you to get juajen Apr 2013 #221
Oh. Gosh, SmileyRose. I'm so sorry to hear that. yewberry Apr 2013 #66
I'm sorry to hear this, SmileyRose. ='( AverageJoe90 Apr 2013 #67
"...like a bandit stealing time." Lars39 Apr 2013 #68
There are no words. GoneOffShore Apr 2013 #69
Blessings to you and family n/t joesdaughter Apr 2013 #70
Dear SmileyRose... silverweb Apr 2013 #71
I'm sorry. I'm wishing you peace and comfort. Arugula Latte Apr 2013 #72
We can feel your courage locks Apr 2013 #73
... MinneapolisMatt Apr 2013 #74
SmileyRose progressoid Apr 2013 #75
I have always admired DUers that could put their feelings into moving words, whether about FailureToCommunicate Apr 2013 #77
I am so sorry to hear this sad news... virgdem Apr 2013 #78
SmileyRose, you have touched me so deeply. pnwmom Apr 2013 #79
Thanks to everyone SmileyRose Apr 2013 #80
SmileyRose... MrMickeysMom Apr 2013 #81
Kick cancer's candy ass Blue Owl Apr 2013 #82
My dear friend The Straight Story Apr 2013 #83
I'm so sorry. Terra Alta Apr 2013 #84
Good luck on your final journey. I hope you get to realize your bucket list. Flatulo Apr 2013 #85
The last five times I was in the hospital, twice last year... WCGreen Apr 2013 #86
Dear SmileyRose, tblue Apr 2013 #87
Peace to you, SmileyRose. I am so sorry. And...thank you, for you do indeed, inspire me. sueh Apr 2013 #88
No yesterday, no tomorrow, just now. I wish you many outstanding nows. Thank you for being here. nolabear Apr 2013 #89
SmileyRose if your up to exploring this alternative medicine antineoplaston go to this link.... midnight Apr 2013 #90
Thank you for your contribution to this community. Ash_F Apr 2013 #91
..... polly7 Apr 2013 #92
(((SmileyRose))) Arctic Dave Apr 2013 #93
Ugh. Don't know what to say. Deepest sympathies. Populist_Prole Apr 2013 #94
I shall keep you in my prayers emsimon33 Apr 2013 #95
No words but that I am sorry :( Demo_Chris Apr 2013 #96
I'm so sorry DEMTough Apr 2013 #97
Bless your heart, SmileyRose.. Cha Apr 2013 #98
keep fighting, keep fighting, keep fighting grantcart Apr 2013 #99
agreed! I'd fight to get into this study Duppers Apr 2013 #110
Oh, what a touching tribute. UtahLib Apr 2013 #101
May you find peace when your days are done, SmileyRose. In_The_Wind Apr 2013 #102
Every life is a gift to all who are touched by it. TygrBright Apr 2013 #103
. blkmusclmachine Apr 2013 #104
You do what you need to SR GitRDun Apr 2013 #105
Can someone in the OP list, or any other person close to SmileyRose eridani Apr 2013 #106
No words I could say would be adequate. Peace for you at this time, is all I can hope for you. freshwest Apr 2013 #107
I'm so sorry. area51 Apr 2013 #108
((( Smiley Rose ))) Granny M Apr 2013 #109
... defacto7 Apr 2013 #111
well we all are hfojvt Apr 2013 #112
My close friend is in a bad way right now. busterbrown Apr 2013 #116
lots of wisdom and love here... please take advantage renate Apr 2013 #117
You are in my prayers and wishing urbuddha Apr 2013 #118
{{{HUGS}}} babylonsister Apr 2013 #119
It always pains me to hear bad news for good people. Moostache Apr 2013 #120
Peace... KansDem Apr 2013 #122
Here's a hug malaise Apr 2013 #123
I celebrate you! tomm2thumbs Apr 2013 #124
It has been an honor to be part of your gracious journey, SmileyRose. Skidmore Apr 2013 #125
Hugging you. woo me with science Apr 2013 #126
i'm so sorry barbtries Apr 2013 #127
... Fumesucker Apr 2013 #128
You will be missed. No doubt about it. Laelth Apr 2013 #129
I am so sorry cate94 Apr 2013 #130
I hope your road ahead is smooth... a la izquierda Apr 2013 #131
I dont know you MFM008 Apr 2013 #132
Take on that bucket list! Phentex Apr 2013 #133
What a brilliant soul you are, SmileyRose... OneGrassRoot Apr 2013 #134
Peace. Scuba Apr 2013 #135
Love and Peace SlipperySlope Apr 2013 #136
Prayers and thoughts Magic Hammer Apr 2013 #137
........ marmar Apr 2013 #138
Many of us here are aging and facing that prospect only down the road (we hope) pinboy3niner Apr 2013 #139
We're lucky to have you here SmileyRose lunatica Apr 2013 #140
Keep smiling Rose. dotymed Apr 2013 #141
My God. I am so sorry. Buns_of_Fire Apr 2013 #142
We love you smileyrose! Here is hoping for a miracle. stevenleser Apr 2013 #143
A very wise rabbi once said that grieving with those that are in deep grief and pain is CTyankee Apr 2013 #144
. myrna minx Apr 2013 #145
Check out Mayo Clinic research on alternative meds kmlisle Apr 2013 #146
May I second that marions ghost Apr 2013 #152
This is why I keep reading here lovemydog Apr 2013 #147
I'm speechless. Robb Apr 2013 #148
So sorry... JCMach1 Apr 2013 #149
Dear One, my heart goes out HillWilliam Apr 2013 #150
"I recently lost my husband so I've learned a thing or two about grief." Number23 Apr 2013 #243
May you have a peaceful journey erinlough Apr 2013 #151
My heartfelt best wishes coming your way, SmileyRose. Greybnk48 Apr 2013 #153
I am so very sorry Dorian Gray Apr 2013 #154
Thoughts of love get the red out Apr 2013 #155
I hope you find comfort from your friends on this forum. Boomerproud Apr 2013 #156
You are so brave mrs_p Apr 2013 #157
Live and love with all your heart angrychair Apr 2013 #158
Dear SmileyRose, femmocrat Apr 2013 #159
Bless you G_j Apr 2013 #161
I'm so sorry. I wish you and your husband peace. Triana Apr 2013 #162
Sweet SmilingRose.. You are living! You are alive! glowing Apr 2013 #163
Beautiful post. Bobbie Jo Apr 2013 #171
Thank you. My grandmother had a rare bone cancer. glowing Apr 2013 #185
I can't say it better than glowing did, SmileyRose. Flaxbee Apr 2013 #192
I just don't know what to say. . .except. . . DinahMoeHum Apr 2013 #165
Journey in Peace, Friend rurallib Apr 2013 #166
I don't even know what to say. I hate posts like this. kestrel91316 Apr 2013 #167
It is a post we all will make. zeemike Apr 2013 #168
Dignity and Bravery 4Q2u2 Apr 2013 #169
I hate this life denem Apr 2013 #170
Strength and Courage to you, my friend DonRedwood Apr 2013 #172
Bless you and your great soul, Smiley Rose. SalmonChantedEvening Apr 2013 #174
May Peace be with you Highway61 Apr 2013 #175
The best to you SmileyRose Kingofalldems Apr 2013 #176
Peace be with you SmileyRose CountAllVotes Apr 2013 #177
Eat beets, really know you are loved duhneece Apr 2013 #178
Oh sweetie....hugs, lots of hugs.. Tikki Apr 2013 #179
Peace to you, SmileyRose susanr516 Apr 2013 #180
This is the most heartbreaking and beautiful post I've ever on DU. Lone_Star_Dem Apr 2013 #181
... Javaman Apr 2013 #182
I am so incredibly sorry this is happening to you. tavalon Apr 2013 #183
I am so sad for the road you have to travel SmileyRose Fla Dem Apr 2013 #186
I hope the holistic approach works. aikoaiko Apr 2013 #187
Just read your email now. Am going to see my sister who is receiving hospice Cal33 Apr 2013 #188
Hugs to you Smileyrose. Texasgal Apr 2013 #189
I am so sorry, SmileyRose. Blue_In_AK Apr 2013 #190
You've touched our hearts! smile777 Apr 2013 #191
My best to you. hamsterjill Apr 2013 #193
(((SmileyRose))) Solly Mack Apr 2013 #194
Some patients made tapes to play at 3 in the morning duhneece Apr 2013 #195
There is nothing I can say that everyone else RebelOne Apr 2013 #197
Peace be with you SmileyRose devilgrrl Apr 2013 #198
Sorry Smiley Rose BobbyBoring Apr 2013 #199
.. OhioChick Apr 2013 #200
SmileyRose noiretextatique Apr 2013 #201
Hugs to you RainDog Apr 2013 #202
How did I miss this post yesterday? Cleita Apr 2013 #203
My prayers and best wishes for you and your husband Yo_Mama Apr 2013 #204
how lovely of you to take time to speak to some of us personally librechik Apr 2013 #205
I'm so sorry to hear this... rppper Apr 2013 #206
Aw Smiley Rose felix_numinous Apr 2013 #207
(((((((SmileyRose))))))) WillyT Apr 2013 #208
Stay strong, Smiley. nt awoke_in_2003 Apr 2013 #209
I am so very sorry, SmileyRose. nt msanthrope Apr 2013 #210
sending love to you Smiley. bettyellen Apr 2013 #211
I am so so sorry. Words fail. I wish you peace in your journey back home to LiberalLoner Apr 2013 #212
Your post shows really precious, valuable, heartfelt Life Land Shark Apr 2013 #213
Want to add my words to the chorus Paulie Apr 2013 #214
SmileyRose... sagetea Apr 2013 #215
I am sorry..... glinda Apr 2013 #216
Sending you my prayers and healing energy. Keep us up to date, if you can! <3 nt cecilfirefox Apr 2013 #217
My thoughts and prayers are with you Liberalynn Apr 2013 #218
. . . patrice Apr 2013 #219
My heart is stretched open receiving your blessing & appreciation mettamega Apr 2013 #220
That's awful, I'm so sorry LittleBlue Apr 2013 #222
Prayers and Strength for today and the trying days to come Smiley Supersedeas Apr 2013 #223
I'm so sorry, you'll be in my Raine Apr 2013 #224
I wish you and your loved ones peace. ZombieHorde Apr 2013 #225
I'm so sorry - The Velveteen Ocelot Apr 2013 #226
Words fail me but let me suggest some herbs Babel_17 Apr 2013 #227
I am so sorry to hear this derby378 Apr 2013 #228
I am in about the same situation as you. GentryDixon Apr 2013 #229
. emmadoggy Apr 2013 #230
I'm so sorry. pamela Apr 2013 #231
Please get a second opinion if you haven't already neffernin Apr 2013 #232
some days i think this is just another website that i can live without. mopinko Apr 2013 #233
{{{SmileyRose}}} I hope all proceeds well for you and your husband. WinkyDink Apr 2013 #234
I am honored that you shared this with us. senseandsensibility Apr 2013 #235
.. Politicub Apr 2013 #236
This post had a profound effect on me today PennsylvaniaMatt Apr 2013 #237
Dear SmileyRose, my prayers are with you. totodeinhere Apr 2013 #238
Peace to you for all of your days. MannyGoldstein Apr 2013 #239
... Liberal_in_LA Apr 2013 #240
Sending love to you AAO Apr 2013 #241
Fuck Cancer! Gato Moteado Apr 2013 #242
You don't have to die, SmileyRose Th1onein Apr 2013 #244
We all are dear SmileyRose. BootinUp Apr 2013 #245
Peace and love. nt Turn CO Blue Apr 2013 #246
Here is the doctor who administered the drug in Germany Th1onein Apr 2013 #247
My heart goes out to you rustydog Apr 2013 #248
Robb totally asked for it ... back in the early DU days proud patriot Apr 2013 #249
You're making the decision I've always said that I would make (for the same reasons) catrose Apr 2013 #250
Oh Smiley dear. I don't know you but I just want to say I am so sorry. geckosfeet Apr 2013 #251
My heart goes out to you, Unknown Beatle Apr 2013 #252
I cannot find the words question everything Apr 2013 #253
I am so very sorry to learn of your illness Bombero1956 Apr 2013 #254
Crossing over will be like a flower opening, unfolding, and beautiful. [see Link]. Cal33 Apr 2013 #255
The Real You Octafish Apr 2013 #256
Blessings and calm to you on this next step of the journey of you. Your post is touching the lives mtnester Apr 2013 #257
so very, very sorry to hear this, SmileyRose. all good thoughts for love and peace to you. niyad May 2013 #259
Well, that sucks matt819 May 2013 #260
*hugs* sakabatou May 2013 #261
look for our friend dew. he went there monday nite. elehhhhna May 2013 #262
Rest easy. I did not know you well here, SmileyRose Pretzel_Warrior Mar 2014 #263
Hi SmileyRose. Your sis KentuckyWoman told us what had happened. AverageJoe90 Mar 2014 #264
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