Shawna 0 Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 On Friday morning we received the very worst news - we were told that our son Lucas had a brain tumour. He went into surgery Saturday and and the tumour was removed. He is still in intensive care. The neurosugeon feels it is a malignant tumour but thinks he got it all. He will likely have to go through chemo and radiation but we are just taking things one day at a time. He is just starting to open his eyes but isn't speaking yet. He sleeps most of the time. I think that I am in a complete state of shock. I'm so grateful that he survived the surgery. He is my whole life and I can't bare the thoughts of losing him. I ask that you pray for him. He has been through so much in his 6 years - being born at 28 weeks, having Kawasaki disease at 2 1/2, and now a brain tumour. I'll try to come on the boards periodically with updates about his progress. Thank you. Shawna Link to post Share on other sites
Bea 0 Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Oh no, Shawna, i'm so sorry. Both he and your whole family will be in my thoughts. It sounds like he's a fighter to get through his life so far, i'm sure he'll continue fighting. *hugs* Link to post Share on other sites
**KAZ** 0 Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Oh NO !! Shawna How terrifying for you. I cannot imagine how heartwrenching it would be to watch your own blood go through so much at such a young age. You will be in my thoughts and prayers ....please look after yourself so you can look after Lucas. Life has some twists and turns...this kind is the unexpected. Biggest hugs, Shawna :angel1: Link to post Share on other sites
Sailorwolf 0 Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Wow Shawna, you poor thing. We will all definately be thinking of you. As Kaz said, make sure you look after your self, and stay happy, that way Lucas will stay happy. We all wish you and Lucas the best of luck. Link to post Share on other sites
Elly 0 Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 (edited) Oh Shawna my heartaches for you and my eyes fill with tears. My kids are the same age as yours and I could not even know what it feels like ot be in your shoes but I know I would be scared and sick. Our thoughts and prayers are extended to you and please keep us updated on Lucas. Edited April 23, 2007 by Elly Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Phoebe Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 OH NO Shawna, how devastating for you and your family. Will pray and pray for little Lucas, keep us informed as to his progress. I keep visualizing his beautiful blue eyes, glad the surgery has been done and a treatment plan has been formulated. Cancer treatment has advanced so very much in the last few years. Hugs, take care of yourself and rest assured we are thinking of you and Lucas. :angel1: Link to post Share on other sites
Elly 0 Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 bumping this very important post back to the top since the FAQ pinning has brought it down to page 2 and this is so important to keep Lucas in our thoughts and prayers Link to post Share on other sites
Nathan. 0 Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Shawna, I am praying for you and your son through this tough time. Lucas has been such a strong, fighting, little man with big blue eyes like someone i know (Laughing out loud). I know he will get through his, and i am praying my hardest for you, and i will continue doing so... He will make it, and you will be fine, so think positive, and let the healing begin! Nathan. Link to post Share on other sites
Feathers 0 Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 (edited) Shawna, my heartfelt thoughts and prayers for Lucas and for you and your family go out to you right now. I pray that he is in good hands and recovers well. *huge hugz to you all* Aly Edited April 23, 2007 by feathers Link to post Share on other sites
Dave_McMinn 0 Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Makes me think the things I whinge about are rather insignificant. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Link to post Share on other sites
**KAZ** 0 Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Group hug Shawna :angel1: :angel1: :angel1: :fear Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Phoebe Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 :fear I just logged on to see if there is any more news on your little guy, Shawna. Link to post Share on other sites
Riebie 0 Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Oh Shawna My thoughts are with you and your family during this hard time. I hope and pray that your son pulls through this full of life - he is a brave little fighter and I am sure that he will fight thru this. (((((HUGS)))))) :angel1: Link to post Share on other sites
Misty 0 Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 I am so sorry to hear this!! You and your entire familty will be in my thoughts and prayers!!! I'm sending lots of love your way from Florida!!! ~Melissa Link to post Share on other sites
Shawna 0 Posted April 23, 2007 Author Share Posted April 23, 2007 He is still a very sick boy in the ICU. He is on lots of morphine for his pain. He opens his eyes but isn't speaking yet. He may have an infection as he has a fever. He has a bad cold so I'm sure they are watching for pneumonia. I'm still an absolute wreck. I want to be them for him every second but crumble when I see him. Thank you all for your kind thoughts and prayers and I will update when I get a chance. xoxox Link to post Share on other sites
Feathers 0 Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 *much hugz* to all Link to post Share on other sites
Elly 0 Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Awe Shawna hugs, hugs and more hugs..... Link to post Share on other sites
Marlony 0 Posted April 24, 2007 Share Posted April 24, 2007 oh no, im so sorry. I hope he gets better.. Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Phoebe Posted April 25, 2007 Share Posted April 25, 2007 Hi Shawna, hope this finds you coping and our prayers and good wishes have helped Lucas and he is doing much better. :angel1: Link to post Share on other sites
Elly 0 Posted April 25, 2007 Share Posted April 25, 2007 You are in our thoughts Shawna, Lucas I hope you are feeling better today ...kisses from Elly and Merlin Link to post Share on other sites
Cheeta 0 Posted April 25, 2007 Share Posted April 25, 2007 Oh Shawna, I'm so sorry to read this about Lucas. Lucas, you and your family will be in my prayers and thoughts. {{{hugs & kissese}}} Link to post Share on other sites
Marlony 0 Posted April 25, 2007 Share Posted April 25, 2007 how is he doing now?? Link to post Share on other sites
»-(¯`Una´¯)-» 0 Posted April 25, 2007 Share Posted April 25, 2007 {{{HUGS}}} Shawna i'm so sad to read this post.. I just cant begin to imagine how you must be feeling right now, All of my problems seem so insignificant now.. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.. Love Una Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Phoebe Posted April 26, 2007 Share Posted April 26, 2007 Lucas is still in our thoughts and prayers. :ygbudgie: Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Phoebe Posted April 27, 2007 Share Posted April 27, 2007 :ausb: How is it going Shawna? :oliveb: Link to post Share on other sites
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