Between the Devil ( the red one) and the deep blue sea

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  • Chevyboy
    Chevyboy Member Posts: 10,786
    edited September 2012

    If only Marybe could fly away with us all......  We love her so much, and would keep her safe.  "Knowing" someone just from these boards, and having "listened" to her, and admired her determination, makes us all stronger!   I have learned so much from Marybe...Take care of her Barb.... xoxoxoxoxo

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  • 3jaysmom
    3jaysmom Member Posts: 4,266
    edited September 2012

    i wanted to just say what tremendous  respect I have for marybe.. she's become such a close friend.. in october, when she was here, we talked about how we would "handle it " if something like this happenned..

      i am so proud to say: she did not "slip into a coma" after talking to Tim, she requested to be placed in a light one, and avoid the pain/trauma the was to come, as her organ systems were shutting down..  Even at the last, she remains true to herself, and is comfortable, out of pain, and making her own decisions.. WHAT an example of a bright, shining person she is to me!!!

      3jays

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  • RobinNY
    RobinNY Member Posts: 766
    edited September 2012

    such a special lady.  sending prayers for her and her family.  

    Robin 

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  • NancyD
    NancyD Member Posts: 3,562
    edited September 2012

    I decided to read this post today for some reason (I'm not on chemo for now). Something compelled me, strange to say. And now I read the most saddening news that Marybe is leaving us. Heavy heart for those of us she's leaving behind. I am glad to hear she's pain free.

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  • sewingnut
    sewingnut Member Posts: 1,129
    edited September 2012

    Marybe, I raise one of your infamous "butt" cookies to you. You are a woman of humor, vision and grace.

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  • LRM216
    LRM216 Member Posts: 2,115
    edited September 2012

    Praying heavily.......

    Linda

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  • barsco1963
    barsco1963 Member Posts: 2,119
    edited September 2012

    Very saddened by this turn in Marybe's health. She has truly been an inspiration to many on these boards. What an angel to give such hope and inspiration to others. I pray that she is comfortable and free of pain. We all love you Marybe. Prayers go out to Tim and her Dad and all others who know and love Marybe.

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  • chabba
    chabba Member Posts: 5,065
    edited September 2012

    I too am praying for Marybe and Tim.  As barsco reminds us though let us not forget her father in her  prayers.  I can't imagine what her passing will do to him.  I know she has tried to prepare for the possibility but we are never "really prepared" for the loss of a loved one.

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  • Valjean
    Valjean Member Posts: 1,898
    edited September 2012

    Marybe is resting comfortably surrounded by family and friends under hospice care. I talked to Melissa a hour ago and she said Marybe was responding slightly by hand. As 3jays said above, this is her choice. Mel was up most of the night talking to her charge nurse and she is exhausted, hardly any rest as a lot of us. Dear Lord, please help our dearest sister to be lifted peacefully into your everlasting care. We love Marybe. OXO

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  • Paula66
    Paula66 Member Posts: 1,728
    edited September 2012

    Praying Marybe!

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  • chabba
    chabba Member Posts: 5,065
    edited September 2012

    Praying for your peace and comfort Marybe. Also, remembering your Father and praying for strength and solace for him.

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  • lrr4993
    lrr4993 Member Posts: 937
    edited September 2012

    I am so sad to read this. I have been off the board for a while and had no idea she was having trouble. I did not know marybe well, but had a nice message exchange with her a while back when she backed me up on some of the ridiculous board drama that is what ultimately led me to spend less time here. She is a lovely lady who seems to care about everyone. I love her enthusiasm and positivity. She never whines about her lot in life or attacks those more fortunate than her in this battle. Instead, she has made the wise choice to live life to the fullest and embrace everyone she encounters. She is a shining example of what this board should be.



    Thinking of you Marybe.

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  • QCA
    QCA Member Posts: 1,539
    edited September 2012

    Yes, also praying for Marybe's father, sister and other family, and most especially Tim.

    Kathy

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  • ruthbru
    ruthbru Member Posts: 57,235
    edited September 2012
    Life is eternal and love is immortal; And death is only a horizon, And a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight. - Rossiter W. Raymond
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  • HLB
    HLB Member Posts: 1,760
    edited September 2012

    What a beautiful lady! I've been keeping up with these posts and reading how many times she would reach out someone who needed encouragement. I recently got a brief pm as well. She really looked after everyone here. What a gift she has been to so many people. I only found this site a month ago and I'm glad I did not miss the chance to know her just a little. I keep thinking about the trip she was so looking forward too and it makes me sad and angry that she will miss it. But there is no doubt where she is going and will be the most beautiful trip ever. (((((((Marybe))))))))

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  • lwd
    lwd Member Posts: 1,084
    edited September 2012

    You are loved by so many, Marybe.  You are truly an inspiration.  I wish all of your BC sisters could be with you, holding and comforting you.  But, we are all there in thought and prayer.  You will not be forgotten.

    Lane

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  • leggo
    leggo Member Posts: 3,293
    edited September 2012

    Thinking of you Marybe.

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  • sweetbean
    sweetbean Member Posts: 1,931
    edited September 2012

    This is really sad - she was a great lady and inspirational to so many people.  I really hate this disease!  Much love to Marybe and her family...

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  • Aerial
    Aerial Member Posts: 194
    edited September 2012

    I'm glad the light coma was her choice and pray she is comfortable and at peace.  It's true--no one is ever really ready to lose a love one.  Prayers for strength go out to her friends and family.  Fly safe home, Marybe.

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  • CLC
    CLC Member Posts: 1,531
    edited September 2012

    Such a wonderful woman, and a wonderful presence on bco. I am so saddened to hear this news.  Wishing Marybe and her family a peaceful road now. 

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  • BarbaraA
    BarbaraA Member Posts: 7,378
    edited September 2012

    At the airport. I should be to the hospital around five. I will keep everyone posted.

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  • kira1234
    kira1234 Member Posts: 3,091
    edited September 2012

    Barbara, I'm so glad you can be with Marybe and her family at this time. My prayers are with Marybe and her family at this time.

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  • Maya2
    Maya2 Member Posts: 468
    edited September 2012

    I too haven't been on the boards in months. But Marybe and I emailed a few weeks ago. She wanted to talk movies. She'd seen "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel" and she was going for a second time. We talked about movies and travel. She was planning a trip to Europe.

    Perhaps that's what we should learn from Marybe: do the things we want to do, make plans, have fun, bake, bake, bake. Enjoy life, that's what it's for. She is a shining example.

    But right now, I'm like all of you, so sad. 

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  • Naniam
    Naniam Member Posts: 1,766
    edited September 2012

    So much like Marybe to choose to go into self induced coma - don't know much about what happens when the body organs start to shut down; apparently she did.  I just know that Marybe touch many of our lives but not only our lives, our hearts.  She is a part of us, part of our family.  My heart is just heavy. 

    Prayers for Marybe and prayers for Tim and her family as they wait with her.   

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  • elimar86861
    elimar86861 Member Posts: 7,416
    edited September 2012

    Perhaps I am in denial, but I just can't count Marybe out yet.  I've been witness to a rather miraculous turnaround, firsthand, so that is the scenario that I am hanging onto for her also.  I absolutely hate the idea that it's the Red Devil trying to do her in.  I know she will have her grace, whatever the situation; and if admiration and love were enough to pull someone through, we wouldn't even be worried for her now.

    She may never get to read all the posts to her and about her, but if she does get to then I just have to say, There are lots more frosting bowls to lick, Marybe, so you better stick around.

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  • agapornis
    agapornis Member Posts: 67
    edited September 2012

    Thinking of you and wishing peace.

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  • FireKracker
    FireKracker Member Posts: 8,046
    edited September 2012

    I just cannot stay off the board today...Keep lookin for that Miracle that I so strongly believe in.

    Barb-what a special person you are.Bless you sista.

    Sending prayers once again for all her loved ones.

    Especially her Father.

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  • lago
    lago Member Posts: 17,186
    edited September 2012
    Elimar I'm with you. Still planning on that miricle for Marybe. If there's going to be any lady singing it's this one: linky
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  • Lemonsoda
    Lemonsoda Member Posts: 156
    edited September 2012

    Oh I want this miracle to happen so much too!

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  • Marple
    Marple Member Posts: 19,143
    edited September 2012

    May Marybe feel the love and support she so generously has given to others.

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