I just left Shawna. She has asked me to update the blog. She managed to write a bit herself, so I will quote her here and fill in the blanks after....
"Had hoped to perk up a bit @ home since d/c from hospital, but really feeling quite low in energy and relying on strong meds to control the headaches & nausea.
- Had hoped to be able to visit with more of you, but find talking quite draining. Also, I have double vision in my left eye from pressure on the nerve, so reading, typing and texting are also challenging."
That's as much as she was able to write. I laid in bed with her tonight and had a long talk. She has taken a significant turn for the worse this week. I called her Mom and Dad, who will be returning to Calgary. They have started giving Alexis more information and will give her the full story tomorrow. She said she feels such a change in how she "feels on the inside". She has fought for so long, that she's not sure how to let go of the fight. She feels she has less time than she expected.
She knows everyone will understand that she is no longer having visitors. She has asked that no one call or texts. She will contact people as she has the energy to make arrangements for a visit. The plan is to talk to home care to discuss maximizing their services. The decision may be made to go to hospice, but we're praying that she is able to stay at home.
Terri
thanks Terri, hugs to Shawna, we love you!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the update Terri. Shawna, Will and Alexis, you remain in our prayers and we pray for God's comfort and peace during this difficult time.
ReplyDeleteLove from Thunder Bay
Anna Laakso
Every ounce of my families strength goes out to all of you at this time. Your in our thoughts.
ReplyDeleteKathleen, Richard and Dylan
Huggz to you Shawna, and Will and Alexis.
ReplyDeleteYou are in our hearts.
XO
Deb and Olivia.
Dear Shawna, I am thankful for Terris updates thanks for caring about your friends and keeping us updated.
ReplyDeletePraying for your comfort and peace and for memorable times for Wil and Alexis and your family.
May the Lord of peace give you (all)peace at all times and in all ways 1 thess 3:16
sent with love and our continued prayers Anne Neil Kayleah Matt Jenn and many others who pray for you!!
Anne
Dear Shawna, I too am thankful for the updates Terri has posted and that she is able to be there to help and support you. I feel so helpless being miles away. I will be praying for you guys today as you talk to Alexis. I will also being praying for peace and comfort for you. You are an amazing example and inspiration to anyone who knows you. I feel honoured and privileged to have you part of my life for so many years. I can't describe in words how much your friendship means to me. Love you lots!
ReplyDeleteShawna (& Duane, Tianna and Daniel)
My dearest of thoughts and prayers for all you. All of our love, hugs and kisses. xox Ron, Sam, Cameron and Aaron
ReplyDeleteDear Shawna and Will.
ReplyDeleteWe don't pray that the Lord will merely visit you, but that you will know and experience His presence and His abiding within you in the deepest way possible, right now.
With affection.
Isaac and Jana Morris.
Shawna---I don't know if I have the right words to say, but I hope you can feel the thoughts, love and support coming to you, Will, Alexis, Unlce Willie, and Auntie Linda from Thunder Bay, Emo, Stratton and everywhere else the "Anderson" clan is scattered :) You have shown such courage throughout your journey and you truly are an inspiration to us all. Love, Erin
ReplyDeleteShawna and Will - how I have missed you both since you moved from TBay - I have followed your trials and happenings through Will's recovery and now I follow Shawna. I have so many wonderful memories of us singing - thank you for being part of my life - if even for a short time. These are memories I will treasure always! My prayers for you all - hugs dear friends
ReplyDeleteShawna, my thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and all of your friends for strength, peace and comfort during such a difficult time.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Carolyn (SPOT)
Praying for you and the family. I think of you often, particularly as I prepare music for church on Sunday.
ReplyDeleteTake Care...
Becky
Shawna,
ReplyDeleteYou are in our thoughts and prayers. You are an incredible inspiration to us all.
A big hug from Lisa and Paul
My dear childhood friend....I am very sorry to hear of this news. After such a hard fight it doesn't seem fair. Please know that you are a person that is admired by many bc of your strength, courage, and never give up / positive attitude. You are a beautiful person and I have many cherished memories of our times together. May you and your family find peace and comfort in your love for each other through the forthcoming days. Thinking of you now and always. Xo Tara Redford
ReplyDeleteWe are thinking of all of you and holding you in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteChandra & Kevin
Dear Shawna, just so you know, you still mean so much to me. You all are in my thoughts and in my prayers constantly. I have always really loved your smile. May the Lord hold you and supply you today.Love, Jana
ReplyDeleteShawna! You are in my thoughts and prayers as you know. I am so sorry that I am far away that I can't provide any material support to you and your family. You are such an inspiration to me and clearly to so many others. We are all aching in pain with you, my friend. I'm so sorry that we can't share the pain as you know we would, if there was just some way. May you feel so loved right now and be able to rest in that love. Big, big, big Australian cuddles and warmth to you, Will & Alexis. XOXO
ReplyDeleteHi Shawna,
ReplyDeleteI have been following your struggles and I want to let you know that ever since we were kids and you battled that first bout of cancer, right up through this continued fight, you have remained an inspiration and example for me. You have always been that person who has demonstrated a strength and grace that is rare to find and even though in our adult lives we have only seen each other a handful of times, I will always be thankful to you for being such a positive role model. My love and prayers are with you, Will, Alexis, Linda, Willie, Derek and his family during this difficult time.
Love you all,
Lisa Pruys
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Shawna, Will and Alexis as we continually pray daily for renewed strength from above. We also pray for divine healing upon and within you all during this time, and beyond. May the Lord restore, bless and keep you all. Shalom.
ReplyDeleteHugs to your family, you are in our prayers, we love you Shawna, Will & Alexis!
ReplyDeleteTracy, Greg, Brandon & Matthew
Know that you, Will and Alexis are in our thoughts and prayers. Shawna, you are a beautiful, strong woman and are an inspiration to so many people, myself included. I am in awe of you and how you have handled all you've been through. May you and your family be blessed with God's peace at this time. Love to you, from the Praught family
ReplyDeleteThanks Terri. Prayers and Love to Shawna and family. Matty and Anita
ReplyDeleteShawna... In high school, you always carried yourself with such grace and warmth of spirit. My heart aches for you and your family during this challenging time. I wish you peace and love eternal. - Anna (née Lindholm)
ReplyDeleteLessons I have learned from my beautiful cousin over the years:
ReplyDeleteAge 3: Screech as loud as you can and you will get noticed. This works especially well if you have platinum blonde hair and are gorgeous.
Age 8: If someone you are related to really ticks you off smack them upside the head to knock some sense into them. (Thankfully for Derrick spanking and smacks mostly went by the wayside in the 80's)
Age 10ish: Brush your beautiful hair a lot to make it shine, look great, but play hard.
Teenage years: Stand up for what you believe in even if it is not always popular or cool.
Adulthood: Live your life as hard as you can.
I continue to learn from you still.
Love, love, love,
Krista and Jade
Thinking of you Shawna, Will and Alexis. We love you. - Brent and Amanda
ReplyDeleteI am grateful for our visit this summer. It was honest and true. I am blessed to have you as my cousin Shawna; you are a true example of kindness, compassion and grace. Always in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteXOXO Jaime