Prayers for a Very Dear Family Friend

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around a community member's concern for a family friend, Valerie Ernst, who has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is facing additional health complications. Participants express their sympathy, share personal experiences related to cancer, and offer prayers for Valerie and her family.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares that Valerie has had a difficult life, including multiple personal tragedies, and expresses concern for her health.
  • Another participant mentions the importance of selling pink products to support breast cancer research, linking it to Valerie's diagnosis.
  • Several participants express their prayers for Valerie and her family, highlighting the emotional toll on those supporting her.
  • One participant shares their own experience with a family member who has survived breast cancer, offering a sense of hope.
  • Another participant recounts a personal story of loss, relating to the challenges faced by Valerie.
  • Multiple participants emphasize the strength and resilience of Valerie, expressing confidence in her ability to fight the illness.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally express agreement in their support and prayers for Valerie, though individual experiences and perspectives on cancer treatment vary.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects a community's emotional response to a serious health issue, with participants sharing personal stories that resonate with the situation at hand.

Who May Find This Useful

This thread may be of interest to community members who have experienced similar situations or who are looking for emotional support in dealing with health-related challenges.

dannyzmom
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My mom's best friend, Valerie Ernst, was diagnosed with breast cancer today. It is "invasive" and not encapsulated (from what we understand, encapsulated would have been better). She went in earlier this week for a needle biopsy during which they accidentally punctured her lung...so she first has to recover from that before starting any treatment for the cancer. She has had a rough life. Her husband committed suicide in 89...followed by her son comitting suicide the exact same way a year later. Her first granddaughter was stillborn...she has since had 3 healthy granddaughters, Thank God, but now this...
Anyway - we're all so worried about her. Please if you would...pray for her - add her name to prayer chains you are on, and for her daughter Julie as well. And while you're at it - with all my mom has gone through this year - to be at risk of losing her best friend...she could certainly use some prayers as well - her name is Susie Antonelli.
Thanks, you guys...
 
Geez Carolyn. She has lead a very rough life. :eek: I'm so sorry to hear of her breast cancer and them puncturing her lung!:eek: This story gives us all more reason to sell those special pink products NOW to help find a cure NOW!! Let's do it!! (Okay, for some reason I heard Ty Pennigton saying that in my head):o

All 3 women are on my prayer chain.
 
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PampMomof3 said:
Geez Carolyn. She has lead a very rough life. :eek: I'm so sorry to hear of her breast cancer and them puncturing her lung!:eek: This story gives us all more reason to sell those special pink products NOW to help find a cure NOW!! Let's do it!! (Okay, for some reason I heard Ty Pennigton saying that in my head):o

All 3 women are on my prayer chain.
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Thanks Kristi. I am just floored - in disbelief...my head is spinning!
Val's been through hell - she is a very strong woman...with a lot of prayer I just KNOW she can beat this!
 
So sorry to hear that - I hope treatment goes well. My mom has made it twice so I hope the same holds true for her!
 
Carolyn, I'll keep all of you in prayer.
 
Oh how terribly sad! She is in my prayers.
 
Carolyn,

I am so sorry to hear the news. You will all be in my prayers!
 
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janetupnorth said:
So sorry to hear that - I hope treatment goes well. My mom has made it twice so I hope the same holds true for her!
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Really???
This gives me such hope!
 
She is in my prayers. She has been through a rough time. Wow.

Our first son was stillborn. It's a very tragic experience.

I will keep her and her daughter in my thoughts and prayers.
 
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sslangley said:
She is in my prayers. She has been through a rough time. Wow.

Our first son was stillborn. It's a very tragic experience.

I will keep her and her daughter in my thoughts and prayers.
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Thanks! I appreciate all the prayers.
 
I will keep her in my prayers and hope she finds the strength to fight despite all of her hardships. It sounds like she has a lot of friends and family for her to fight for.
 
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overthyme said:
I will keep her in my prayers and hope she finds the strength to fight despite all of her hardships. It sounds like she has a lot of friends and family for her to fight for.
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Thanks!! Hey - where in South Florida are you?
 
Wow, she has had a tough life, and you've had a tough year! I hope everything works out for her.
 
dannyzmom said:
Really???
This gives me such hope!
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Yes, she is up here by me now! Turns 68 in June...

First case of breast cancer 19 years ago at 48...found with her very first mammogram. Went through a mastectomy on one side...made it through fine.

Went for annual mammograms every year...

Second case found when I was pregnant with me 3 year old (I was almost due). She had her second mastectomy a few weeks after he was born (held off for 2-3 weeks on surgery so she could hold him)...she doesn't do well coming out of anethesia so she wanted to spend time with him before surgery.

She is here now and can run circles around me energy-wise!

We'll be praying for your mom's friend!
 
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janetupnorth said:
Yes, she is up here by me now! Turns 68 in June...

First case of breast cancer 19 years ago at 48...found with her very first mammogram. Went through a mastectomy on one side...made it through fine.

Went for annual mammograms every year...

Second case found when I was pregnant with me 3 year old (I was almost due). She had her second mastectomy a few weeks after he was born (held off for 2-3 weeks on surgery so she could hold him)...she doesn't do well coming out of anethesia so she wanted to spend time with him before surgery.

She is here now and can run circles around me energy-wise!

We'll be praying for your mom's friend!
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Thanks for the prayers Janet and thanks for sharing your Mom's story - what an inspiration!!
 
My prayers are with you and your family (and friends!) Carolyn
 
Carolyn - I will be praying! For you too - it can take an emotional toll to be the supporter of someone going thru this, and you have had alot on your emotional plate the past few months too!
 
She is in my prayers. My DH grandpa had prostate cancer about a month ago and so he had surgery. Come to find out that it had leaked, or something, sho he has to start radiation 5 days a week for about 6-8 weeks. Radiation can do some terrible things. I feel bad that they puntured her lung, I had a co-worker who went into surgery to have a lump removed from her neck and they ended up hitting an artery. She had a stroke and it messed up her bodily functions real bad. She had to learn how to eat and other tings too. So I will put your friend on our prayer chain and I will pray for her in my nightly prayers.
 
Sending prayers and positive thoughts your way.
 

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What is "Prayers for a Very Dear Family Friend"?

"Prayers for a Very Dear Family Friend" is a heartfelt initiative or message aimed at offering support and encouragement to someone who is going through a difficult time. It often involves sending prayers, positive thoughts, or well wishes to uplift the individual and their family during challenging circumstances.

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You can participate by sending your prayers, messages of support, or even organizing a prayer group. Sharing the message on social media or within your community can also help gather more support and create a sense of solidarity for the individual and their family.

What types of situations might prompt "Prayers for a Very Dear Family Friend"?

This initiative is typically prompted by serious health issues, personal loss, or any significant life challenges that a family friend may be facing. It serves as a way to show that they are not alone and that others care about their well-being.

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