This is only the second time I am posting on here but it is sadly to announce that my lovely mum passed away on the 12th of December from this awful disease. My mum used to visit this a lot, as did my sisters and I to gather information about women in similar circumstances. It often gave my mum hope that others were suffering in the same ways that she was but were coming through the other side and getting some respite. Sadly my mum never really had respite, despite the operation last January being a success with all cancer and scarring being removed, it returned very shortly after.
My mum was so brave and courageous to the end and was doing everything she could to make my sisters wedding on the 22nd is December but it wasn’t to be. She would have been so upset to miss it but the my sisters big day still went ahead and despite missing our mum enormously we felt her presence there and she made the sun shine for us.
We don’t like to say that our mum lost her fight with cancer because she never stopped fighting and for 16 months threw everything she could at beating this disease but sadly the lack of research and few treatment options let her down.
She is already missed so much and will be forever more but we will cherish all of our memories with such a beautiful person.
Sending love to you all of you and huge thanks for the hope and strength you gave my family xxx
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Hi I remember when we lost my mum to cancer and it's not easy (understatement). Sounds like your mum was very lucky to have children that cared for her and will cherish memories that nobody can take away. My thoughts are with you. God bless.xx
So sorry to hear about your mum - cherish the memories. I think we should spread the word that we don't like the term 'lost the fight'. I've told my husband that it will never be used at my funeral - I prefer 'lived well with cancer'. Perhaps others have better suggestions!
So sad your mother wasn’t able in the end to be at your sister’s wedding but undoubtedly she was there in spirit. You are right to cherish your memories of her. Keep your memories of her alive and I’m sure she will be very proud of her family. All the best!
So sorry - no one loses their fight - it isn’t a fight at all other than the resilience required to put one foot in front of the next after diagnosis - thinking of you all x
My heart goes out to you and your family. I was only 23 when my mum died suddenly but she still remains in my heart and part of my life. I often wonder what she would have thought of how her children’s lives have turned out. That was over forty years ago. Your mum will be with you always. Jo xxx
I'm so sorry to read your sad news about your beloved Mum. How heartbreaking that she wasn't able to be at your sister's wedding. I hope all goes well tomorrow for you both. She was very lucky to have two such caring daughters - it must have meant a lot to her.
Sending much love and sympathy to you both, Solange 😊
I am so sorry for your loss I lost my mom young as well and believe me you will always feel her with you. Sending you and your family strength and peace from the states. There is more joy to be had. Xoxo nancy
LM, I am very sad you've lost your mother to this cruel disease. You've done an excellent job researching her treatment, options and aftercare considerations. You have cared for her with great tenderness. Always remember yer mum would not want your life to be overshadowed by the sorrow of losing her this way. Being well loved is a life well lived.
Sad news. Your Mum will always still be there for you. I’m sure you’ll have made her proud and her love will still be part of your lives. Cherish the memory of her and it will shine through you on your life journey.
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your mum. The good memories will be sustaining as will the love you clearly all had and still have for each other. Love never dies.
So sorry to hear about your mum. My mum passed away 6 months ago also. Too soon. We could never imagined her missing my sister's wedding last week either. The sun shone also. Definetly our mum's shining through xx
So sorry for your loss---I agree with all that has been said and hope it gives some comfort. I think your sister having her wedding indeed would have made your mum happy. I wish there were better words but it is very sad and I hope you find solace in the wonderful memories you have of and with her. oxox Judy
I'm sorry she did not get to get to live a longer life. You did everything you could to support her and help set her up for the best chance at life. And still... sometimes it's just not to be. Thinking of you and your mum. Xx. Maus
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They are now saying mum has peritoneal cancer (primary) and they will treat it the same as OC. Has anyone had this at all here? 
