During our last summer holidays in London, we were shocked by sad news from Brunei. A colleague and my SS79 mate, passed away, after some months of battling against cancer.
The colleague, who was an active golfer, suffered from colon? cancer.I still remember the last time when I met and talked to him in the office. He looked so worried (who didn't?) and he had lost so much weight already then. I did not know about his illness until another colleague told me. I was hoping to see him again after that but he was already on medical leave.....
For the case of my SS79 mate, he left behind a wife and 8 children. He was diagnosed with lung cancer.
May they rest in peace and in the safe-keeping of Allah SWT....amien.....
Showing posts with label Cancer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Cancer. Show all posts
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Monday, August 4, 2008
Two months since....
I have been very busy for the last couple of months.....family and work. That was why there had been a lapse in my blogging. And soon, I and my two princes will be away for a few weeks joining my husband, enjoying summer now.
Just briefly, I had another friend who lost the battle against cancer recently. A strong lady who fought till the last. I still remember for the last time I visited her, she was so happy to see me. She was so energetic and talkative as if nothing was wrong with her (though she knew she would not have that much chance as the disease was so progressive, affecting her brain!) When I saw her like that, I had the confidence that she will rise over the top. Sadly, she had to give up the fight. I cried when I heard the news from her relative.....I pray that she is now in the safe-keeping of Allah......
The other story...I had another patient referred to the specialist after her doctor had confirmed that the lump in her breast had been found cancerous. Panic and confuse, the sister-in-law called me up, seeking some advice, as surgery was suggested immediately the next day. Honestly, I myself was unhappy on the advice to do the surgery immediately, giving her no room, not to say 'think' but learn how to cope the situation. I asked myself questions like what if she need to undergo major surgery? Can she cope? How will she take care of her 1+ years old baby? Is she ready? These what led me to refer her to my specialist friend in town. I feel relieved when my friend managed to squeeze her in the hectic appointments she already had. I had not contacted them since and I am sure, everthing will go well......
Just briefly, I had another friend who lost the battle against cancer recently. A strong lady who fought till the last. I still remember for the last time I visited her, she was so happy to see me. She was so energetic and talkative as if nothing was wrong with her (though she knew she would not have that much chance as the disease was so progressive, affecting her brain!) When I saw her like that, I had the confidence that she will rise over the top. Sadly, she had to give up the fight. I cried when I heard the news from her relative.....I pray that she is now in the safe-keeping of Allah......
The other story...I had another patient referred to the specialist after her doctor had confirmed that the lump in her breast had been found cancerous. Panic and confuse, the sister-in-law called me up, seeking some advice, as surgery was suggested immediately the next day. Honestly, I myself was unhappy on the advice to do the surgery immediately, giving her no room, not to say 'think' but learn how to cope the situation. I asked myself questions like what if she need to undergo major surgery? Can she cope? How will she take care of her 1+ years old baby? Is she ready? These what led me to refer her to my specialist friend in town. I feel relieved when my friend managed to squeeze her in the hectic appointments she already had. I had not contacted them since and I am sure, everthing will go well......
Monday, June 9, 2008
There are reasons....
Those who had the same experience, may be a sister, a mother, best friend or possibly even yourself, are welcome to share their experience here. We need to spread the words and make more people to be aware that cancer is no longer a death sentence. There is hope. Remember if you have faith that Allah will take care of you, then Allah will take care of you....Live and fight.....
Weekend routine and today
Weekend: I had wonderful games of tennis yesterday. My husband and my son, were there as well, besides other normal tennis mates. Played 2 games of mixed doubles and won them all.
Today: Shared my article 'Chilling words of a life with cancer' with the audience who attended the awareness talk last Friday. The article was published in the local newpaper last year and received a lot of feedback.
Today: Shared my article 'Chilling words of a life with cancer' with the audience who attended the awareness talk last Friday. The article was published in the local newpaper last year and received a lot of feedback.
Saturday, June 7, 2008
Cancer Awareness Talk and Arryana
The talk....I never thought I would touched the heart of my audiences when I shared them my personal story yesterday. I made them cry. I did not mean to but yes, I made them cry. One after the other, they came up to me and congratulated me for my achievement. The one thing I taught them yesterday was that, we have 2 options in life; to live or to die in other words, to fight or just simply give up. I myself, chose to live and fight. To be honest, I could easily gave up actually, when the diagnosis was first confirmed. But knowing I am a strong-willed person, I could not simply give up and lose the fight. I have to make a new start in my journey.....journey of my life.
Arryana.....my niece, turned 2 yesterday. A cute little girl, whom always made my day, after a long day in the office. I was so proud as she ran to me and hugged me. She just sat on my lap and wanting me to cuddle her.....I will always be her BONDA.
Arryana.....my niece, turned 2 yesterday. A cute little girl, whom always made my day, after a long day in the office. I was so proud as she ran to me and hugged me. She just sat on my lap and wanting me to cuddle her.....I will always be her BONDA.
Thursday, June 5, 2008
Cancer Awareness Talk
I am all ready for the talk tomorrow and looking forward for it actually. I don't really know why. But I hope, I would change the life of others by sharing my personal experience.
