CancerCompass message board discussion started by tashfish on 11/24/2007 http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,18306,0.htm Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss RSS.NET: http://www.rssdotnet.com/ Thank you all so much for your love and support through my daddy's illness.  I came to this board in search of hope, support, and understanding, and I found it.  Unfortunately though, after 6 short months, my daddy lost his battle to stomach cancer on November 17th, the day before I turned 30.  It has been hard going through my first birthday, and first Thanksgiving without that call from him telling me "Hey honey!" I am so thankful we had an energy surge from him before he passed, in which he was able to touch our faces, and tell us he loved us.    This hurts, more than any language on Earth could even describe.  I have so many memories from the man who raised me and believed in me so. I know he is still with us, and I have seen signs since he has been gone.  Again, I thank you all for your love.  I won't be a stranger here, there is still a battle to be won....it's just that another soldier has crossed the lines.  God bless to you all. tashfish Sat, 24 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT I'm so so so sorry to hear about your father's passing.  At least he is not suffering anymore...and yes I'm sure he is looking down on you.  God bless =) Steeda Mon, 26 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT i am so terribly sorry for your loss.  your father will always be in your heart and watching over you. i am happy that he had that last surge and was able to connect with you and your family to show you his love. that memory will be with you forever. i wish you strength and peace. take care and many hugs your way. prayers to you, kris lippygirl Thu, 29 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad.  My dad is currently suffering with stage IV kidney cancer and I dread what the future holds, but hearing words such as yours - about the first birthday, holiday, etc., that they're not there for is also something I think about often.  Especially, since it involves someone who has been there for you your whole life.  Words such as yours is what helps others prepare for what you've just experienced.  God bless you and your family. jill123 Thu, 29 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT Dear Tashfish,I am sorry for the loss of your dad.  I just lost my husband to stomach cancer February 22, 2008.  He had stage IV stomach cancer for three years and fought like a warrior.  He was the bravest man who never complained.  I miss him terribly and also have had a few signs that he is near.  Keep strong.  You will see him again.Diane Anniedips Sun, 09 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT