EL the Famous Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 he had been acting a little out of sorts for the past month and he was supposed to meet us at my sisters house on Saturday. when he didn't show and didn't answer his phone, my Dad drove down from Bloomington to Decatur to check in on him. he was there, but seemed too out of it to get to the door to even let him in. long story short, they called an ambulance and took him to the hospital. after a few tests, they discovered a tumor on his brain and, later, one on his lung. he is in no pain, feels great physically and now is completely lucid...but has obviously had a few blackouts over the past few days. they were very bullish about removing the brain tumor until they found the thing on his lung. today, they are doing a biopsy to determine what the best course of action is. as he is 80 and, until recently, stayed very mobile and sharp as a tack...we've been blessed to have as much time w/ him as we have and should things not work out w/ any sort of plan, i take solace that he'll be able to be w/, the love of his life and best friend, my grandmother. still, i just don't want him to go yet. he's been a rock of positivity in our family and life is always sweeter whenever he's around. i was able to sit w/ him most of the weekend and talk about his great grandkids and enjoy both another win from the Illini and Bears to offset the Cubs game on Saturday. i'm rambling, but any thing you can turn the way of central illinois is greatly appreciated. god bless. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Not a great season for grampaws. Vibeage to you and yours, EL KEV. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
deepseacatfish Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Vibes to you and your grandfather. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
the carlos Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Vibes, prayers, etc for your grandpa and entire family. Charles Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LouieB Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 You are in my thoughts also. It is very tough to lose a close relative, particularly grandparents or parents. Hang in there. LouieB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Atticus Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Grandparent vibes your way Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Kinsley Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Twin Power vibes... activate! We're thinking about you. Take care. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PigSooie Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Mega mojo headed your way, Kevin. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mountain bed Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Hang in there El. I'm sending vibeage across the state line. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blindgonzo Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 so sorry to hear this. love and vibes headed to your grandpa and entire family! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mrs. Peel Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Oh, Kev, that's horrible news. I've had more VC vibes than one person could ever need so I'm setting up the huge mirror to deflect some of them your way. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EL the Famous Posted October 8, 2007 Author Share Posted October 8, 2007 thanks guys. just got another update from my mom and it looks like they will be doing neurosurgery on wednesday and will do biospy from that tumor to determine lung scenario, etc. i'll be heading back downstate tomorrow to hang out pre and post surgery. crazy stuff. thanks for all the kind words and vibeage. like i said when my grandma passed...go hug or call a few loved ones to tell them you love them, especially g-parents if you still have them with you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gobias Industries Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 vibes to the max, man. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Big Perm Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 vibes & burritos bro - VIBES!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SarahC Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 (((vibes))) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Edie Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Big hugs and vibes from over this a-way, ELF. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bjorn_skurj Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Fond wishes and Ganesh to the third power. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pillowy star Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Over-The-Big-Pond-Vibes for you and your family, Kevin Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Marijn Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 ~~~ vibes ~~~ Take care, amigo. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uncle wilco Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 lost my grandfather a year ago. all the best to you EL, thoughts and prayers coming your way. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SlowBurn68 Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Vibes coming your way. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Mountain vibes headed east. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
myboyblue Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Big Vibes Kevin & Peel. I'm going through some similar things with my Grandmother. She is slowly deteriorating and it's very difficult to watch the family matriarch physically fall apart. She's not able to make family gatherings and has a permanent nurse. My family stopped over there yesterday to see her for what we hope isn't the last time. Very tough stuff. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kidsmoke Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Kevin, my love and warmest thoughts to you and yours, at this sad, difficult time. Words are so weak at a time like this, but I just wanted to add my voice to everyone else's here & send love and support. And yes, I will take your advice to pause right now, today, and let my loved ones know how loved they are. Take care of yourself and your family. myboyblue, all the best to you & yours as well. So hard to lose a beloved older family member....shakes the whole family structure. Hang in there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
M. (hristine Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Love and kisses to all of the generations of your family, Kevin. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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