Really bummed here tonight after talking to Lisa (Tiger Fan)

[Dan Murphy]

As I mentioned in an update on this thread tonight, I talked to Lisa earlier. She does not sound good, weak and kind of down in spirits. She says her oncologist is talking straight to her, just how serious and all, which certainly Lisa has known for years.

After talking with Lisa, I played Melissa Etheridge's I Run for Life.......

It's been years since they told her about it
The darkness her body possessed
And the scars are still there in the mirror
Everyday that she gets herself dressed
Though the pain is miles and miles behind her
And the fear is now a docile beast
If you ask her why she is still running
She'll tell you it makes her complete

[Chorus:]
I run for hope
I run to feel
I run for the truth
For all that is real
I run for your mother your sister your wife
I run for you and me my friend I run for life

It's a blur since they told me about it
How the darkness had taken its toll
And they cut into my skin and they cut into my body
But they will never get a piece of my soul
And now I'm still learning the lesson
To waken when I hear the call
And if you ask me why I am still running
I'll tell you I run for us all

[Chorus]

And someday if they tell you about it
If the darkness knocks on your door
Remember her remember me
We will be running as we have before
Running for answers
Running for more​

I have listened to that song many times, quite a few this evening. I think those words says it so well...for Lisa, for Sylvia, for Marie, for all the survivors, the fighters, the casualties...of this beast that seems so very present in all our lives, few are immune from its touch.

Just rambling here I guess. Here I am looking forward to a trip to the World next week; Lisa is fighting a battle, along with so many others, an important one, the most. Many others, here on the DIS, and not, are fighting the battle. She was hoping to meet up with me for a bit down there, her, Lynn, Emily. Disney for her is so therapeutic. Certainly does not look like it. Life is such a dichotomy at times......

Don't mind me, just bummed I guess, writing a vent, this time a real one.

 

[The Mystery Machine]

Sorry you are having a time. Stuff like this is sad.
I know I can't say anything to help you but I do thank you for your updates about Lisa.

 

[Feralpeg]

It is so very sad. Dan, I'm sure Lisa wants you to go to WDW and have a nice time. She knows how much it means to you.

Lisa continues to be in my thoughts and prayers.

 

[makinorlando]

Dan, I am so sorry to hear that your friend is not doing well. As Peg said, I am sure she woulld want you to enjoy your time at the "World'!

I have a dear friend who is a survivor of 9 years (her surgery was 1 month before my DD was born, so I will always remember that date!) an the Melissa Etheridge song reminds me of her attitude about life since her surgery.

Thanks for sharing it tonight. I had not heard it in sometime!

I will say a prayer for Lisa tonight!

 

[FreshTressa]

So many nights I have been brought to tears reading the stories of the survivors and the ones that have been taken.

Some of them hit particularly close to home.

My mom and my sister have both had breast cancer and I feel like there is a time bomb inside of me and that it is just a matter of time until I will get it too.

I am amazed at the strength that many of the women show...I'm not sure I could be so brave.

 

[Planogirl]

Oh Dan! I feel for you. Do go on your trip and don't feel bad about that. All of these trips mean a lot to all of us. It lifts everyone's spirits no matter who goes in my opinion.

This monster is just plain horrible. You feel so hopeless and helpless and it just never seems to end does it?

I pray for Lisa. In spite of it all, I keep on hoping for the best for her and others I know who are like her when it happens. What else is there?

 

[HeatherH]

I don't post much here, and I don't know all the people and players, but I have read your posts about Lisa, and her current situation completely saddens me...I can only imagine how it affects those who know and love her.

I am truly sorry, I have been there...in different circumstances...and I wish her family and friends God's comfort amd strength in the coming days. I know they will be needed.

 

[TheDisneyBunch]

That is so sad to hear! I am so sorry! Please send some huge ((HUGS)) and prayers her way! It is so sad people must go through such terrible things. My thoughts will remain with her and you too.

 

[crazyme5kids]

Sometimes, life is just too hard. When you are at Disney go see or do something that Lisa loves and even if she can't be there with you she will be there in your heart.

 

[laurabelle]

Dan,
You are such a wonderful man...we all so appreciate your support! You're a co-survivor!!!
Cancer sucks indeed. I've lost too many friends to this beast...
Disney is our escape, it's the one place we can go where cancer can get shoved back as far as our minds can allow... I know you know this too.
I hope you have a magical trip... and I hope and pray that Lisa, Lynn and Emily will be following close behind you.

 

[newholidayx2]

{{Dan}} Thanks for the update.

My older brother is a 5yr breast cancer survivor

 

[MsDisney23]

 

[Kristi1357]

When you are at Disney go see or do something that Lisa loves and even if she can't be there with you she will be there in your heart.

This sounds like a great idea, Dan.

Lots of to you!

 

[Kitty 34]

Dan, I lost a very close friend to cancer several years ago and would get support from another friend who now is fighting for her own life with it. Cancer sucks, that's all I can say.

 

[Tantor]

Sending hugs to you Dan and Lisa

 

[Mimi Q]

Continued prayers for Lisa and her family. I said a prayer for you too, Dan.

 

[Blondie]

Continued good thoughts and prayers for Lisa, her family and friends.

 

[drgnfly30]

One for you, Dan & a big one for Lisa

 

[Christine]

Dan,
I'm very sorry to hear how bummed you are. I know how you feel--I go through it myself and sometimes all this health stuff and hearing the tough things others go through just knocks the wind out of your sails.

I hope you're feeling more "up" soon and I hope Lisa finds some peace and comfort during this fight she is in.

 

[canwegosoon]

Praying for a miracle in Lisa's case. Hopefully a trip will help in some way.