John had to return to ER again Sunday night with massive headachse and vomiting. As part of the assessment they ran an MRI. We reviewed the results Monday morning with the head of neuro-oncology at UCSF. The results were very clear cut; the tumor, which had been aggressively resected three weeks earlier, has returned with a vengeance. There are no therapies or interventions that would do other than make him suffer and would not slow the tumor down. As a result John, Melanie and I agreed that he should move to hospice care.
He is in room 1435 at 505 Parnassus. He will be here for the last mile of the journey in this life. His family and friends have been visiting which brings him comfort. We will post information about services when the time arrives.
Our son is very brave and kind. Do not despair. He loves all his friends and family and would not want you to be so. He is in comfort now and will be so in the next life. Thank you to everyone for your prayers and support. It has been invaluable to John and our family.
He has fought the good fight. He has finished the course. He has kept the faith. So must we.
We love you all and pray for comfort for you, Mel and Johnnie.
ReplyDeleteStay Strong John!!! You, Melanie and John Foster are in my prayers! Love you all!!
ReplyDeleteWe will keep the faith and give our Love to all of you....Our hearts are heavy but memories will always bring smiles
ReplyDeleteSending our love and prayers. Keep up the strength that has taken you thus far. We love you!
ReplyDeleteJohn :
ReplyDeleteOur prayers are with you. The strength of your family is awe inspiring. The stories in the blog touched our hearts deeply.
-Vaishali & Sourav