It's been a long time...I think that will likely change, and I will start posting more. Until I get some other thoughts together, here is my recent post from facebook/instagram....
•••• The past 5 weeks have been some of the hardest I have faced. I have been living with severe pain which I knew in my gut was coming from a recurrence of cancer. When you have experienced pain that comes from cancer in your bones, you can pinpoint it in an instant. It led to feelings of desperation, isolation & depression. My thoughts were confirmed today when my oncologist shared that I have a new tumor in my spine. •••• This news opens the flood gate of questions & opinions on what the next course of action is. The truth is that no one knows what the right move is. My doctors can make educated guesses but no two cancers are the same and while someone might respond positively to one treatment, others may not. It all feels like a crap shoot with potentially devastating consequences, and leads me to often feel like a lab rat. •••• I have been blessed to live these last 7 1/2 years with a good quality of life. This pain has threatened that and has been very eye opening. To make matters worse, Mike ended up hospitalized last weekend with very scary symptoms. After a huge battery of tests, all appears well and he is feeling much better-thank God! But during those hours in the hospital, all I could think about was our life TOGETHER. That I have all I could ever need, as long as he is safe & healthy. In the blink of an eye, it all became extremely clear. I know we will get through this TOGETHER. I don’t know what we will decide about my treatment, but I know with Mike by my side, I can get through anything. •••• Living with a chronic disease has been the greatest trial of my life. It has taught me so much, humbled me immensely and made what truly matters become crystal clear. While I still stumble & learn as I go, one thing I know is that people living with chronic conditions need support- not just during the obvious times (when they get bad news & undergo surgeries), but also during the not so obvious times. Life is busy & chaotic...but it’s also precious, fleeting & often times hard for those who are struggling. Never underestimate the power that your love can have. •••• Thank you for the support during the tough times & thank you for the love during the “every day” times. xoxo, Meg
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Aunt Erin
9/30/2018 05:33:29 pm
Sweet Megs,
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Mo Keenan Meldrum
9/30/2018 08:55:38 pm
We love you, Meghan, and want so much for you to be out of pain and able to fully enjoy the life you live so very well.
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Kathy Richgels(Melissa Richgels Dinslage's mom)
10/4/2018 09:17:08 pm
Meghan, prayers for you and Mike as you continue on this journey, you never chose. Storming heaven for courage, wisdom, and relief from physical and mental pain.
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