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- September 23, 2012 at 6:38 pm
this is brenda writing on behalf of kevin….
first i wana say that you all have been an ispiration to kevin, and are the reason for his positive attitude and strenght.
i took him to the E.R on friday because he wasnt doing too good.he had an mri and the results showed a significance increase in the amount of tumors and the size of the previous ones he had.he went through whole brain radiation and it seems like it wasnt effective.we talked to the doctor today and she said that he has began to bleed in his brain, and unfortunately theres nothing more we can do.
this is brenda writing on behalf of kevin….
first i wana say that you all have been an ispiration to kevin, and are the reason for his positive attitude and strenght.
i took him to the E.R on friday because he wasnt doing too good.he had an mri and the results showed a significance increase in the amount of tumors and the size of the previous ones he had.he went through whole brain radiation and it seems like it wasnt effective.we talked to the doctor today and she said that he has began to bleed in his brain, and unfortunately theres nothing more we can do.
as you can imagine our hearts are broken. he has been so strong and brave through this journey, but its time for him to go HOME. i truly belive he came into this world to inspire and show people how to be caring loving compassionate human beings.
he's not in any pain, but he is on pain medication because it helps him relax and sleep. when the medication wears off he's able to speak to people fine. hopefully he'll be able to write a personal message later on.
please, please dont be sad, or sorry. i cant express how much love he has for you all. and since hes going HOME i know he will watch over each and every one of you, think of him as your personal angel because thats what he will be.
i wish you all strenght and healing. and when your feeling down and out and it seems like theres no hope, please ask yourself what would kevin do?
and i promise you, you will get the strenght and motivation that you need.
love, brenda.
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- September 23, 2012 at 7:24 pm
Oh Brenda, it is too much to ask of us not to be sad – for you, for Kevin and for all of us who came to love him through his posts. He is an inspiration to all of us. Please hug him and let him know he is in my thoughts and prayers. love to you both. Fen
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- September 23, 2012 at 7:24 pm
Oh Brenda, it is too much to ask of us not to be sad – for you, for Kevin and for all of us who came to love him through his posts. He is an inspiration to all of us. Please hug him and let him know he is in my thoughts and prayers. love to you both. Fen
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- September 23, 2012 at 7:24 pm
Oh Brenda, it is too much to ask of us not to be sad – for you, for Kevin and for all of us who came to love him through his posts. He is an inspiration to all of us. Please hug him and let him know he is in my thoughts and prayers. love to you both. Fen
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- September 23, 2012 at 8:13 pm
I've been on this board almost 20 years. During the years there is always someone that takes our heart – kevn has been one to many of us. He has fought so hard even with flying across the country. He is also just too young to loose his live to this disease.
I am glad that he is not in pain and that he has you by his side. Please let him know that we are all sending him hugs and love and for you also.
Take care of yourself also,
Linda
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- September 23, 2012 at 8:43 pm
Brenda, It was Kevins' postings that drew us to this board to begin with. His strength and positive attitude always made us feel a little better. You both are in our thoughts and prayers now and always.
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- September 23, 2012 at 8:43 pm
Brenda, It was Kevins' postings that drew us to this board to begin with. His strength and positive attitude always made us feel a little better. You both are in our thoughts and prayers now and always.
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- September 23, 2012 at 8:43 pm
Brenda, It was Kevins' postings that drew us to this board to begin with. His strength and positive attitude always made us feel a little better. You both are in our thoughts and prayers now and always.
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- September 23, 2012 at 8:51 pm
I agree it is too hard to not be sad, kevin is too young and has always fought with all he has and kept his optimistic great attitude throughout it all. , the unfairness of this is beyond me. I also agree that being on this site for a couple of years there are some people that the whole mpip family embraces and cares for, kevin is one of them, a true warrior and angel with his caring spirit. . So please let him know we are all here NOW with him and you and his family during this time. HE is not alone. Please take care and let him know I like all of us on this site are sending our love
laurie from maine
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- September 23, 2012 at 8:51 pm
I agree it is too hard to not be sad, kevin is too young and has always fought with all he has and kept his optimistic great attitude throughout it all. , the unfairness of this is beyond me. I also agree that being on this site for a couple of years there are some people that the whole mpip family embraces and cares for, kevin is one of them, a true warrior and angel with his caring spirit. . So please let him know we are all here NOW with him and you and his family during this time. HE is not alone. Please take care and let him know I like all of us on this site are sending our love
laurie from maine
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- September 23, 2012 at 8:51 pm
I agree it is too hard to not be sad, kevin is too young and has always fought with all he has and kept his optimistic great attitude throughout it all. , the unfairness of this is beyond me. I also agree that being on this site for a couple of years there are some people that the whole mpip family embraces and cares for, kevin is one of them, a true warrior and angel with his caring spirit. . So please let him know we are all here NOW with him and you and his family during this time. HE is not alone. Please take care and let him know I like all of us on this site are sending our love
laurie from maine
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- September 23, 2012 at 8:13 pm
I've been on this board almost 20 years. During the years there is always someone that takes our heart – kevn has been one to many of us. He has fought so hard even with flying across the country. He is also just too young to loose his live to this disease.
I am glad that he is not in pain and that he has you by his side. Please let him know that we are all sending him hugs and love and for you also.
Take care of yourself also,
Linda
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- September 23, 2012 at 8:13 pm
I've been on this board almost 20 years. During the years there is always someone that takes our heart – kevn has been one to many of us. He has fought so hard even with flying across the country. He is also just too young to loose his live to this disease.
I am glad that he is not in pain and that he has you by his side. Please let him know that we are all sending him hugs and love and for you also.
Take care of yourself also,
Linda
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- September 23, 2012 at 9:27 pm
Brenda, I know Kevin is and always will be an inspiartion to us all. Kevin you are too young to have to go through this but know that your journey with this disease and the manner in which you have approached it will motivate us even more to continue the fight to find a cure.
best wishes
James
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- September 23, 2012 at 9:27 pm
Brenda, I know Kevin is and always will be an inspiartion to us all. Kevin you are too young to have to go through this but know that your journey with this disease and the manner in which you have approached it will motivate us even more to continue the fight to find a cure.
best wishes
James
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- September 23, 2012 at 9:27 pm
Brenda, I know Kevin is and always will be an inspiartion to us all. Kevin you are too young to have to go through this but know that your journey with this disease and the manner in which you have approached it will motivate us even more to continue the fight to find a cure.
best wishes
James
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- September 23, 2012 at 9:29 pm
I am so sorry things his treatment isn’t working yet also glad to know he isn’t in any pain. I lost my Dad 2 1/2 yrs ago from two Mel tumors bleeding into his brain. I was diagnosed stage 3c one month later. I will continue to keep you both in my thoughts and prayers as I battle.His willingness to share his story and his courageous battle has been an inspiration.
Amy
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- September 23, 2012 at 9:29 pm
I am so sorry things his treatment isn’t working yet also glad to know he isn’t in any pain. I lost my Dad 2 1/2 yrs ago from two Mel tumors bleeding into his brain. I was diagnosed stage 3c one month later. I will continue to keep you both in my thoughts and prayers as I battle.His willingness to share his story and his courageous battle has been an inspiration.
Amy
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- September 23, 2012 at 9:29 pm
I am so sorry things his treatment isn’t working yet also glad to know he isn’t in any pain. I lost my Dad 2 1/2 yrs ago from two Mel tumors bleeding into his brain. I was diagnosed stage 3c one month later. I will continue to keep you both in my thoughts and prayers as I battle.His willingness to share his story and his courageous battle has been an inspiration.
Amy
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- September 23, 2012 at 10:11 pm
Kevin and Brenda,
Thank you both for your strength, courage, and generousity of spirit. You have been an inspiration to me and so many others. I send you love and light and wishes for peace.
Lear
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- September 23, 2012 at 10:19 pm
Dear Brenda and Kevin,
I'm am sad to hear that treatments have not been successful. Kevin you have inspired me with your honest hearted posts and I only hope that whatever journey lays ahead, it is peaceful with those whom you love.
All my love
Nahmi
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- September 23, 2012 at 10:19 pm
Dear Brenda and Kevin,
I'm am sad to hear that treatments have not been successful. Kevin you have inspired me with your honest hearted posts and I only hope that whatever journey lays ahead, it is peaceful with those whom you love.
All my love
Nahmi
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- September 23, 2012 at 10:19 pm
Dear Brenda and Kevin,
I'm am sad to hear that treatments have not been successful. Kevin you have inspired me with your honest hearted posts and I only hope that whatever journey lays ahead, it is peaceful with those whom you love.
All my love
Nahmi
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- September 23, 2012 at 10:41 pm
Just read the terrible news.Always followed both of your posts on this site.As I go thru my fight I will keep Kevins fighting spirit as inspiration.Will always be in my prayers .Feel once he's Home that I will have my own advocate .Beat the Beast. AL
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- September 23, 2012 at 10:41 pm
Just read the terrible news.Always followed both of your posts on this site.As I go thru my fight I will keep Kevins fighting spirit as inspiration.Will always be in my prayers .Feel once he's Home that I will have my own advocate .Beat the Beast. AL
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- September 23, 2012 at 10:41 pm
Just read the terrible news.Always followed both of your posts on this site.As I go thru my fight I will keep Kevins fighting spirit as inspiration.Will always be in my prayers .Feel once he's Home that I will have my own advocate .Beat the Beast. AL
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- September 23, 2012 at 10:59 pm
If I've read the history right, this was a Stage I that after surgery was told "good to go" and now at such a young age a matter of years later is in this position. This has to be the worst of the worst disease, people just don't understand how awful this monster is.
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- September 23, 2012 at 10:59 pm
If I've read the history right, this was a Stage I that after surgery was told "good to go" and now at such a young age a matter of years later is in this position. This has to be the worst of the worst disease, people just don't understand how awful this monster is.
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- September 23, 2012 at 10:59 pm
If I've read the history right, this was a Stage I that after surgery was told "good to go" and now at such a young age a matter of years later is in this position. This has to be the worst of the worst disease, people just don't understand how awful this monster is.
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- September 23, 2012 at 11:23 pm
I hate to hear this. Kevin had been such a figher and an inspiration to so many on this board. I have paid special attention to his posts because Kevin is close to my age and we have both done a TIL trial at NIH and both had a history of brain mets. I've been praying for him so often recently, and I will continue to do so. I will also pray for you, Brenda. I can't imagine what you must be going through right now. Kevin has inpired so many of us to fight and I know that he will continue to do so. Thank you for posting, so that we can send some extra prayers your way.
~Angela
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- September 23, 2012 at 11:23 pm
I hate to hear this. Kevin had been such a figher and an inspiration to so many on this board. I have paid special attention to his posts because Kevin is close to my age and we have both done a TIL trial at NIH and both had a history of brain mets. I've been praying for him so often recently, and I will continue to do so. I will also pray for you, Brenda. I can't imagine what you must be going through right now. Kevin has inpired so many of us to fight and I know that he will continue to do so. Thank you for posting, so that we can send some extra prayers your way.
~Angela
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- September 23, 2012 at 11:23 pm
I hate to hear this. Kevin had been such a figher and an inspiration to so many on this board. I have paid special attention to his posts because Kevin is close to my age and we have both done a TIL trial at NIH and both had a history of brain mets. I've been praying for him so often recently, and I will continue to do so. I will also pray for you, Brenda. I can't imagine what you must be going through right now. Kevin has inpired so many of us to fight and I know that he will continue to do so. Thank you for posting, so that we can send some extra prayers your way.
~Angela
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- September 24, 2012 at 1:30 am
Brenda, I have fought this disease for over a decade now, and I will say that people like yourself and Kevin are the real heroes.
Thank you both for all of the inspiration and peace that you somehow manage to give, especially under these circumstances.
God bless you both, you will be in my prayers.
John.
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- September 24, 2012 at 1:30 am
Brenda, I have fought this disease for over a decade now, and I will say that people like yourself and Kevin are the real heroes.
Thank you both for all of the inspiration and peace that you somehow manage to give, especially under these circumstances.
God bless you both, you will be in my prayers.
John.
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- September 24, 2012 at 1:30 am
Brenda, I have fought this disease for over a decade now, and I will say that people like yourself and Kevin are the real heroes.
Thank you both for all of the inspiration and peace that you somehow manage to give, especially under these circumstances.
God bless you both, you will be in my prayers.
John.
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- September 24, 2012 at 1:34 am
Brenda, I can hear your strength in your post, i truly admire that. Kevin has been such a brave and positive presence on this board. I wish both of you peace and hope that both of you feel the love from all of us. Melissa
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- September 24, 2012 at 1:34 am
Brenda, I can hear your strength in your post, i truly admire that. Kevin has been such a brave and positive presence on this board. I wish both of you peace and hope that both of you feel the love from all of us. Melissa
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- September 24, 2012 at 1:34 am
Brenda, I can hear your strength in your post, i truly admire that. Kevin has been such a brave and positive presence on this board. I wish both of you peace and hope that both of you feel the love from all of us. Melissa
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- September 24, 2012 at 1:48 am
Brenda, I have been reading this bulletin for over two years and have felt the loss of so many warriors. I truly hate melanoma and what it has done and will continue to do to young people like Kevin, and to their friends and families. It is so strange, but if melanoma hadn’t come into our lives, we all wouldn’t have talked and supported each other thru this site. I just want you to know that I truly admire Kevin, for the way he communicated on this site with honesty and vulnerability, and the good and noble way he lived his life and fought this disease. I felt like i knew Kevin, from his posts, and could feel the love he had for you. He is wise beyond his years, and took the card he was dealt, and never complained, or felt sorry for himself, just tried to keep up a positive attitude in the midst of living with cancer. I hope you both feel God’s love in the days ahead, and I know angel, Kevin will give us all strength to continue the battle. God bless and Love, Valerie (Phil’s wife) -
- September 24, 2012 at 1:48 am
Brenda, I have been reading this bulletin for over two years and have felt the loss of so many warriors. I truly hate melanoma and what it has done and will continue to do to young people like Kevin, and to their friends and families. It is so strange, but if melanoma hadn’t come into our lives, we all wouldn’t have talked and supported each other thru this site. I just want you to know that I truly admire Kevin, for the way he communicated on this site with honesty and vulnerability, and the good and noble way he lived his life and fought this disease. I felt like i knew Kevin, from his posts, and could feel the love he had for you. He is wise beyond his years, and took the card he was dealt, and never complained, or felt sorry for himself, just tried to keep up a positive attitude in the midst of living with cancer. I hope you both feel God’s love in the days ahead, and I know angel, Kevin will give us all strength to continue the battle. God bless and Love, Valerie (Phil’s wife) -
- September 24, 2012 at 1:48 am
Brenda, I have been reading this bulletin for over two years and have felt the loss of so many warriors. I truly hate melanoma and what it has done and will continue to do to young people like Kevin, and to their friends and families. It is so strange, but if melanoma hadn’t come into our lives, we all wouldn’t have talked and supported each other thru this site. I just want you to know that I truly admire Kevin, for the way he communicated on this site with honesty and vulnerability, and the good and noble way he lived his life and fought this disease. I felt like i knew Kevin, from his posts, and could feel the love he had for you. He is wise beyond his years, and took the card he was dealt, and never complained, or felt sorry for himself, just tried to keep up a positive attitude in the midst of living with cancer. I hope you both feel God’s love in the days ahead, and I know angel, Kevin will give us all strength to continue the battle. God bless and Love, Valerie (Phil’s wife) -
- September 24, 2012 at 2:14 am
Brenda,
Thank you so much for giving us an update. Just staring at the profile pic of the two of you brings tears to my eyes. Praying for continued strength, peace and comfort for all at this difficult time.
Stay Strong
King
Stage IV 7/05 Liver mets
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- September 24, 2012 at 2:14 am
Brenda,
Thank you so much for giving us an update. Just staring at the profile pic of the two of you brings tears to my eyes. Praying for continued strength, peace and comfort for all at this difficult time.
Stay Strong
King
Stage IV 7/05 Liver mets
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- September 24, 2012 at 2:14 am
Brenda,
Thank you so much for giving us an update. Just staring at the profile pic of the two of you brings tears to my eyes. Praying for continued strength, peace and comfort for all at this difficult time.
Stay Strong
King
Stage IV 7/05 Liver mets
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- September 24, 2012 at 2:23 am
Dear Brenda,
My heart is so heavy after hearing this news. Kevin worked so hard to find treatments and shared with us all some of his deepest emotions and fears. He made all of us feel a little less alone in this fight against melanoma. I am so so sorry. God bless Kevin, our angel, and God Bless you too.
Jeff's Mom (Bridgette)
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- September 24, 2012 at 2:23 am
Dear Brenda,
My heart is so heavy after hearing this news. Kevin worked so hard to find treatments and shared with us all some of his deepest emotions and fears. He made all of us feel a little less alone in this fight against melanoma. I am so so sorry. God bless Kevin, our angel, and God Bless you too.
Jeff's Mom (Bridgette)
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- September 24, 2012 at 2:23 am
Dear Brenda,
My heart is so heavy after hearing this news. Kevin worked so hard to find treatments and shared with us all some of his deepest emotions and fears. He made all of us feel a little less alone in this fight against melanoma. I am so so sorry. God bless Kevin, our angel, and God Bless you too.
Jeff's Mom (Bridgette)
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- September 24, 2012 at 2:36 am
Brenda and Kevin,I’m sorry to hear you are likely at the end of this journey. Kevin you have a truly beautiful spirit which shined through in your posts on this board. Brenda my heart breaks for you. I truly think it is harder to be the caregiver than the patient. Kevin is lucky to have such a sweet, caring partner.
May the remainder of this journey be peaceful and free of pain. That is my wish for you both.
Thank you for posting,
Julie
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- September 24, 2012 at 2:36 am
Brenda and Kevin,I’m sorry to hear you are likely at the end of this journey. Kevin you have a truly beautiful spirit which shined through in your posts on this board. Brenda my heart breaks for you. I truly think it is harder to be the caregiver than the patient. Kevin is lucky to have such a sweet, caring partner.
May the remainder of this journey be peaceful and free of pain. That is my wish for you both.
Thank you for posting,
Julie
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- September 24, 2012 at 2:36 am
Brenda and Kevin,I’m sorry to hear you are likely at the end of this journey. Kevin you have a truly beautiful spirit which shined through in your posts on this board. Brenda my heart breaks for you. I truly think it is harder to be the caregiver than the patient. Kevin is lucky to have such a sweet, caring partner.
May the remainder of this journey be peaceful and free of pain. That is my wish for you both.
Thank you for posting,
Julie
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- September 24, 2012 at 4:19 am
Oh Dear Brenda…God Bless you as you stay focused on the last leg of Kevin's journey. Thank you so much for including all of us in this journey of you and Kevin. Kevin has inspired all of us at so many levels, I want to write more but I am so heart broken at this news I am unable to do so. Please know my heart, my soul and prayers are with you and Kevin now. I know this time is painful but please know that all you do for him now (and in the past) will help you in your recovery too….as we all know, the caregivers do so much for us… the patients. Please tell Kevin he is loved beyond words that we can express and all that he has said to us in his most heartfelt words, touched us all with love and understanding for what he is going and been through…..I think there are so many of us who follow Kevin religiously but who don't often post, he has a huge following of melanoma warriors!! Sorry, if these words seem garbled, it's written through tears and emotion. God Bless Kevin…we will all look forward to meeting Kevin in person one day… on the other side! Lovingly, Swanee
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- September 24, 2012 at 4:19 am
Oh Dear Brenda…God Bless you as you stay focused on the last leg of Kevin's journey. Thank you so much for including all of us in this journey of you and Kevin. Kevin has inspired all of us at so many levels, I want to write more but I am so heart broken at this news I am unable to do so. Please know my heart, my soul and prayers are with you and Kevin now. I know this time is painful but please know that all you do for him now (and in the past) will help you in your recovery too….as we all know, the caregivers do so much for us… the patients. Please tell Kevin he is loved beyond words that we can express and all that he has said to us in his most heartfelt words, touched us all with love and understanding for what he is going and been through…..I think there are so many of us who follow Kevin religiously but who don't often post, he has a huge following of melanoma warriors!! Sorry, if these words seem garbled, it's written through tears and emotion. God Bless Kevin…we will all look forward to meeting Kevin in person one day… on the other side! Lovingly, Swanee
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- September 24, 2012 at 4:19 am
Oh Dear Brenda…God Bless you as you stay focused on the last leg of Kevin's journey. Thank you so much for including all of us in this journey of you and Kevin. Kevin has inspired all of us at so many levels, I want to write more but I am so heart broken at this news I am unable to do so. Please know my heart, my soul and prayers are with you and Kevin now. I know this time is painful but please know that all you do for him now (and in the past) will help you in your recovery too….as we all know, the caregivers do so much for us… the patients. Please tell Kevin he is loved beyond words that we can express and all that he has said to us in his most heartfelt words, touched us all with love and understanding for what he is going and been through…..I think there are so many of us who follow Kevin religiously but who don't often post, he has a huge following of melanoma warriors!! Sorry, if these words seem garbled, it's written through tears and emotion. God Bless Kevin…we will all look forward to meeting Kevin in person one day… on the other side! Lovingly, Swanee
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- September 24, 2012 at 6:05 am
Oh Brenda . ..Kevin has touched so many hearts on this board and while he will soon be out of pain and in peace, there will be such an empty space left. He has fought so courageously and with such grace – we are privileged to be a part of his journey. He has always been so encourging to and supportive of others and most importantly, he has had you by his side.
Know that you and Kevin will be close in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days . .
God bless you,
Mary
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- September 24, 2012 at 6:05 am
Oh Brenda . ..Kevin has touched so many hearts on this board and while he will soon be out of pain and in peace, there will be such an empty space left. He has fought so courageously and with such grace – we are privileged to be a part of his journey. He has always been so encourging to and supportive of others and most importantly, he has had you by his side.
Know that you and Kevin will be close in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days . .
God bless you,
Mary
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- September 24, 2012 at 6:05 am
Oh Brenda . ..Kevin has touched so many hearts on this board and while he will soon be out of pain and in peace, there will be such an empty space left. He has fought so courageously and with such grace – we are privileged to be a part of his journey. He has always been so encourging to and supportive of others and most importantly, he has had you by his side.
Know that you and Kevin will be close in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days . .
God bless you,
Mary
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- September 24, 2012 at 6:55 am
I'm new to this board and wishing I would have had the opportunity to "meet" Kevin. He must be an incredible person to have touched so many lives ~ and I'm sure the same is true of you, (((Brenda))).
Peace be with you,
Colleen
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- September 24, 2012 at 6:55 am
I'm new to this board and wishing I would have had the opportunity to "meet" Kevin. He must be an incredible person to have touched so many lives ~ and I'm sure the same is true of you, (((Brenda))).
Peace be with you,
Colleen
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- September 24, 2012 at 6:55 am
I'm new to this board and wishing I would have had the opportunity to "meet" Kevin. He must be an incredible person to have touched so many lives ~ and I'm sure the same is true of you, (((Brenda))).
Peace be with you,
Colleen
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- September 24, 2012 at 12:10 pm
Dear Brenda and Kevin
I’m another who hasn’t responded to Kevin’s posts before, as I haven’t been here that long, but each time I’ve read one of his posts I’ve been left thinking how brave he is and hoping that Kevin would catch a break with his treatment. I now just hope that Kevin will not be suffering too much, and send you both lots of love,
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- September 24, 2012 at 3:17 pm
Another Kevin admirer here. It is amazing how his strength and gentleness and spirit shone through in his posts.
As a Mom with 3 sons, one of which is also fighting melanoma, my heart also aches for Kevin's Mom..please let her know how many of us care for him.
Becky
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- September 24, 2012 at 3:17 pm
Another Kevin admirer here. It is amazing how his strength and gentleness and spirit shone through in his posts.
As a Mom with 3 sons, one of which is also fighting melanoma, my heart also aches for Kevin's Mom..please let her know how many of us care for him.
Becky
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- September 24, 2012 at 3:17 pm
Another Kevin admirer here. It is amazing how his strength and gentleness and spirit shone through in his posts.
As a Mom with 3 sons, one of which is also fighting melanoma, my heart also aches for Kevin's Mom..please let her know how many of us care for him.
Becky
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- September 24, 2012 at 12:10 pm
Dear Brenda and Kevin
I’m another who hasn’t responded to Kevin’s posts before, as I haven’t been here that long, but each time I’ve read one of his posts I’ve been left thinking how brave he is and hoping that Kevin would catch a break with his treatment. I now just hope that Kevin will not be suffering too much, and send you both lots of love,
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- September 24, 2012 at 12:10 pm
Dear Brenda and Kevin
I’m another who hasn’t responded to Kevin’s posts before, as I haven’t been here that long, but each time I’ve read one of his posts I’ve been left thinking how brave he is and hoping that Kevin would catch a break with his treatment. I now just hope that Kevin will not be suffering too much, and send you both lots of love,
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- September 24, 2012 at 3:52 pm
Brenda, as a fellow care giver , I have the utmost admiration for you, your dignity, love and incredible outlook. Kevin is amazing, and I am very angry at this disease. I want him to have much more time, quality time. I do understand that for reasons that I'll never understand – that's not possible. Peace to you both and you will be in my thoughts & prayers.
Lori, Caregiver to Will (1965-2010)
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- September 24, 2012 at 3:52 pm
Brenda, as a fellow care giver , I have the utmost admiration for you, your dignity, love and incredible outlook. Kevin is amazing, and I am very angry at this disease. I want him to have much more time, quality time. I do understand that for reasons that I'll never understand – that's not possible. Peace to you both and you will be in my thoughts & prayers.
Lori, Caregiver to Will (1965-2010)
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- September 24, 2012 at 3:52 pm
Brenda, as a fellow care giver , I have the utmost admiration for you, your dignity, love and incredible outlook. Kevin is amazing, and I am very angry at this disease. I want him to have much more time, quality time. I do understand that for reasons that I'll never understand – that's not possible. Peace to you both and you will be in my thoughts & prayers.
Lori, Caregiver to Will (1965-2010)
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- September 24, 2012 at 4:12 pm
Brenda:
I don't recall if I ever responded to one of Kevin'sposts, but I have followed his story since he came on the board. In fact, I was thinking of Kevin yesterday, not only because of his most recent post but also because I met another young man about Kevin's age struggling with melanoma.
Kevin's hope and optimism have touched many, many people and are truly infectious. I wish we could have met in person. I know my life would have been richer for it.
You are very much in our thoughts.
Tim–MRF
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- September 24, 2012 at 4:12 pm
Brenda:
I don't recall if I ever responded to one of Kevin'sposts, but I have followed his story since he came on the board. In fact, I was thinking of Kevin yesterday, not only because of his most recent post but also because I met another young man about Kevin's age struggling with melanoma.
Kevin's hope and optimism have touched many, many people and are truly infectious. I wish we could have met in person. I know my life would have been richer for it.
You are very much in our thoughts.
Tim–MRF
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- September 24, 2012 at 4:12 pm
Brenda:
I don't recall if I ever responded to one of Kevin'sposts, but I have followed his story since he came on the board. In fact, I was thinking of Kevin yesterday, not only because of his most recent post but also because I met another young man about Kevin's age struggling with melanoma.
Kevin's hope and optimism have touched many, many people and are truly infectious. I wish we could have met in person. I know my life would have been richer for it.
You are very much in our thoughts.
Tim–MRF
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- September 24, 2012 at 5:51 pm
Dearest Brenda,
I am at a loss for words… the strength and bravery Kevin and now you have shown is beyond compare…
I just cannot fathom how you can be so strong and positive at such a difficult time..
It goes to show that the power of God is in you and carrying through….
Kevin stole my heart months ago when i first encountered his positive attitude and youth…
this life is short for all of us at the end of the day… and beauty with no boundaries waits for Kevin to pass through the
doors of Heaven…
I am so happy to hear he is not in pain.. and i pray that he is able to transition with ease…
You… my dear… are one of a kind… he has been so very lucky to have you in his life….
Big warm hugs.. and many prayers for both of you…
Michele
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- September 24, 2012 at 5:51 pm
Dearest Brenda,
I am at a loss for words… the strength and bravery Kevin and now you have shown is beyond compare…
I just cannot fathom how you can be so strong and positive at such a difficult time..
It goes to show that the power of God is in you and carrying through….
Kevin stole my heart months ago when i first encountered his positive attitude and youth…
this life is short for all of us at the end of the day… and beauty with no boundaries waits for Kevin to pass through the
doors of Heaven…
I am so happy to hear he is not in pain.. and i pray that he is able to transition with ease…
You… my dear… are one of a kind… he has been so very lucky to have you in his life….
Big warm hugs.. and many prayers for both of you…
Michele
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- September 24, 2012 at 5:51 pm
Dearest Brenda,
I am at a loss for words… the strength and bravery Kevin and now you have shown is beyond compare…
I just cannot fathom how you can be so strong and positive at such a difficult time..
It goes to show that the power of God is in you and carrying through….
Kevin stole my heart months ago when i first encountered his positive attitude and youth…
this life is short for all of us at the end of the day… and beauty with no boundaries waits for Kevin to pass through the
doors of Heaven…
I am so happy to hear he is not in pain.. and i pray that he is able to transition with ease…
You… my dear… are one of a kind… he has been so very lucky to have you in his life….
Big warm hugs.. and many prayers for both of you…
Michele
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- September 24, 2012 at 7:56 pm
Brenda,
I hope you know that many hearts are with you and Kevin. You are two wonderful young people who have inspired us with your love, courage and support for each other and also, for others. Your contributions continue to make this world a better place. Hopefully you are surrounded by loved ones to help you. You both will remain in my prayers.
Hope
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- September 24, 2012 at 11:02 pm
Hi Brenda and Kevin,
I have been drawn to your posts because you have both been so real and genuine and loving and so full of Hope.
I wish you peace and serenity on this final journey and know that you have done everything possible to beat this deadly melanoma.
Loving hugs from~~
Vermont_Donna
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- September 24, 2012 at 11:02 pm
Hi Brenda and Kevin,
I have been drawn to your posts because you have both been so real and genuine and loving and so full of Hope.
I wish you peace and serenity on this final journey and know that you have done everything possible to beat this deadly melanoma.
Loving hugs from~~
Vermont_Donna
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- September 24, 2012 at 11:02 pm
Hi Brenda and Kevin,
I have been drawn to your posts because you have both been so real and genuine and loving and so full of Hope.
I wish you peace and serenity on this final journey and know that you have done everything possible to beat this deadly melanoma.
Loving hugs from~~
Vermont_Donna
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- September 24, 2012 at 7:56 pm
Brenda,
I hope you know that many hearts are with you and Kevin. You are two wonderful young people who have inspired us with your love, courage and support for each other and also, for others. Your contributions continue to make this world a better place. Hopefully you are surrounded by loved ones to help you. You both will remain in my prayers.
Hope
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- September 24, 2012 at 7:56 pm
Brenda,
I hope you know that many hearts are with you and Kevin. You are two wonderful young people who have inspired us with your love, courage and support for each other and also, for others. Your contributions continue to make this world a better place. Hopefully you are surrounded by loved ones to help you. You both will remain in my prayers.
Hope
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- September 25, 2012 at 12:22 am
Brenda and Kevin,,
I am so sorry to hear what you are going through. I havent been on this board for long but I must say Kevin sure is a fighter and an inspiration to all of us fighting this disease. Know that you are both thought of often and loved by many members of this board. You will be in my thoughts and prayers! (((hugs))) to you both. Stay strong!Kelly
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- September 25, 2012 at 12:22 am
Brenda and Kevin,,
I am so sorry to hear what you are going through. I havent been on this board for long but I must say Kevin sure is a fighter and an inspiration to all of us fighting this disease. Know that you are both thought of often and loved by many members of this board. You will be in my thoughts and prayers! (((hugs))) to you both. Stay strong!Kelly
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- September 25, 2012 at 12:22 am
Brenda and Kevin,,
I am so sorry to hear what you are going through. I havent been on this board for long but I must say Kevin sure is a fighter and an inspiration to all of us fighting this disease. Know that you are both thought of often and loved by many members of this board. You will be in my thoughts and prayers! (((hugs))) to you both. Stay strong!Kelly
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- September 25, 2012 at 12:39 am
Brenda –
It is so unfair for such a young man and yourself to be on this journey. The saddness shows all over this posting. I followed Kevin for a while. I know I dont post much but am on here in the background. He was one of the first postings that I saw when signing up – and i remember saying to myself, how young and how beautiful you both are ! May God Bless you and Kevin in his current struggles. It makes me sad to read your words however I am inspired by your strength!
Prayers for peace and strength..
Kathy from NJ
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- September 25, 2012 at 12:39 am
Brenda –
It is so unfair for such a young man and yourself to be on this journey. The saddness shows all over this posting. I followed Kevin for a while. I know I dont post much but am on here in the background. He was one of the first postings that I saw when signing up – and i remember saying to myself, how young and how beautiful you both are ! May God Bless you and Kevin in his current struggles. It makes me sad to read your words however I am inspired by your strength!
Prayers for peace and strength..
Kathy from NJ
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- September 25, 2012 at 12:39 am
Brenda –
It is so unfair for such a young man and yourself to be on this journey. The saddness shows all over this posting. I followed Kevin for a while. I know I dont post much but am on here in the background. He was one of the first postings that I saw when signing up – and i remember saying to myself, how young and how beautiful you both are ! May God Bless you and Kevin in his current struggles. It makes me sad to read your words however I am inspired by your strength!
Prayers for peace and strength..
Kathy from NJ
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- September 25, 2012 at 12:56 am
Dearest Kevin – You truly had me at 'HiMyNameIsKevin'. Who couldn't fall in love with that? Over the years you shared your feelings, your struggles, your wisdom, your humor and most of all your positive engergy with all of us through your posts – thank you for that!. You showed great strength and gave it your all, and whether or not you realized it we were all there with you in spirit – sending you prayers and good vibes. I hope your trip HOME is peaceful, pain free and surrounded with loved ones. If you get a chance, look down on us from time to time – we'll certainly be looking up and still thinking of you.
Dearest Brenda – Feel the hugs and prayers being sent to you, Kevin and his extended family during this time.
-Rocco, IV in 2005, NED now
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- September 25, 2012 at 12:56 am
Dearest Kevin – You truly had me at 'HiMyNameIsKevin'. Who couldn't fall in love with that? Over the years you shared your feelings, your struggles, your wisdom, your humor and most of all your positive engergy with all of us through your posts – thank you for that!. You showed great strength and gave it your all, and whether or not you realized it we were all there with you in spirit – sending you prayers and good vibes. I hope your trip HOME is peaceful, pain free and surrounded with loved ones. If you get a chance, look down on us from time to time – we'll certainly be looking up and still thinking of you.
Dearest Brenda – Feel the hugs and prayers being sent to you, Kevin and his extended family during this time.
-Rocco, IV in 2005, NED now
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- September 25, 2012 at 12:56 am
Dearest Kevin – You truly had me at 'HiMyNameIsKevin'. Who couldn't fall in love with that? Over the years you shared your feelings, your struggles, your wisdom, your humor and most of all your positive engergy with all of us through your posts – thank you for that!. You showed great strength and gave it your all, and whether or not you realized it we were all there with you in spirit – sending you prayers and good vibes. I hope your trip HOME is peaceful, pain free and surrounded with loved ones. If you get a chance, look down on us from time to time – we'll certainly be looking up and still thinking of you.
Dearest Brenda – Feel the hugs and prayers being sent to you, Kevin and his extended family during this time.
-Rocco, IV in 2005, NED now
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- September 25, 2012 at 3:12 pm
Brenda,
I am also another who has read Kevin's posts and could see what an incredible young man he is. My heart does break for you all. I am sorry. Thank you for sharing with us on here . He is so very blessed to have you by his side as I know you are blessed by him. What a very remarkable young man.
Wishing we could send many hugs by email,
Tina
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- September 25, 2012 at 10:21 pm
I am sick to my stomach, and I know Wayne will be too when he learns this very sad news. I have been so IMPRESSED with your courage as such a young man. My son's name is Kevin, and that also caught my eye when we first got back on with stage 4 after 13 1/2 years clean. It was Kev writing me a personal post that helped me get through the SHOCK of my Warrior Wayne's new diagnosis. What a great fighter you are Kev ! You have fought a good fight and I pray for you and your family in this hour of darkness that will soon turn into much light. KNOW that you made a difference in people's lives. If someone can say that about me in the end of my/our journey, that will be the biggest blessing of all. I was soooo scared and YOU gave me HOPE, and helped me prepare for the battle to support Wayne. May God be merciful to not let you suffer and may the PEACE OF GOD THAT PASSES UNDERSTANDING BE YOURS and YOUR FAMILIES as you enter into the ETERNAL LIFE ! Blessings and PEACE in Christ Jesus !!!
Nancy (devoted wife of 3 X Warrior Wayne)
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- September 25, 2012 at 10:21 pm
I am sick to my stomach, and I know Wayne will be too when he learns this very sad news. I have been so IMPRESSED with your courage as such a young man. My son's name is Kevin, and that also caught my eye when we first got back on with stage 4 after 13 1/2 years clean. It was Kev writing me a personal post that helped me get through the SHOCK of my Warrior Wayne's new diagnosis. What a great fighter you are Kev ! You have fought a good fight and I pray for you and your family in this hour of darkness that will soon turn into much light. KNOW that you made a difference in people's lives. If someone can say that about me in the end of my/our journey, that will be the biggest blessing of all. I was soooo scared and YOU gave me HOPE, and helped me prepare for the battle to support Wayne. May God be merciful to not let you suffer and may the PEACE OF GOD THAT PASSES UNDERSTANDING BE YOURS and YOUR FAMILIES as you enter into the ETERNAL LIFE ! Blessings and PEACE in Christ Jesus !!!
Nancy (devoted wife of 3 X Warrior Wayne)
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- September 25, 2012 at 10:21 pm
I am sick to my stomach, and I know Wayne will be too when he learns this very sad news. I have been so IMPRESSED with your courage as such a young man. My son's name is Kevin, and that also caught my eye when we first got back on with stage 4 after 13 1/2 years clean. It was Kev writing me a personal post that helped me get through the SHOCK of my Warrior Wayne's new diagnosis. What a great fighter you are Kev ! You have fought a good fight and I pray for you and your family in this hour of darkness that will soon turn into much light. KNOW that you made a difference in people's lives. If someone can say that about me in the end of my/our journey, that will be the biggest blessing of all. I was soooo scared and YOU gave me HOPE, and helped me prepare for the battle to support Wayne. May God be merciful to not let you suffer and may the PEACE OF GOD THAT PASSES UNDERSTANDING BE YOURS and YOUR FAMILIES as you enter into the ETERNAL LIFE ! Blessings and PEACE in Christ Jesus !!!
Nancy (devoted wife of 3 X Warrior Wayne)
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- September 25, 2012 at 3:12 pm
Brenda,
I am also another who has read Kevin's posts and could see what an incredible young man he is. My heart does break for you all. I am sorry. Thank you for sharing with us on here . He is so very blessed to have you by his side as I know you are blessed by him. What a very remarkable young man.
Wishing we could send many hugs by email,
Tina
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- September 25, 2012 at 3:12 pm
Brenda,
I am also another who has read Kevin's posts and could see what an incredible young man he is. My heart does break for you all. I am sorry. Thank you for sharing with us on here . He is so very blessed to have you by his side as I know you are blessed by him. What a very remarkable young man.
Wishing we could send many hugs by email,
Tina
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- September 26, 2012 at 8:51 am
Brenda, I believe you know how I feel about Kevin, I so badly wanted to get out there and see him some day. I admire the way he has carried out this fight and the way he has been supported so strongly by the woman at his side. I have seen way too many young couples here that the agony a patient and caregiver suffers has torn apart. Kevin has been a lucky man to have had you with him. I do pray that he does not suffer much physical pain and thank him for all that he has done for so many people here. Thank you Both.
Jerry
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- September 26, 2012 at 8:51 am
Brenda, I believe you know how I feel about Kevin, I so badly wanted to get out there and see him some day. I admire the way he has carried out this fight and the way he has been supported so strongly by the woman at his side. I have seen way too many young couples here that the agony a patient and caregiver suffers has torn apart. Kevin has been a lucky man to have had you with him. I do pray that he does not suffer much physical pain and thank him for all that he has done for so many people here. Thank you Both.
Jerry
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- September 26, 2012 at 8:51 am
Brenda, I believe you know how I feel about Kevin, I so badly wanted to get out there and see him some day. I admire the way he has carried out this fight and the way he has been supported so strongly by the woman at his side. I have seen way too many young couples here that the agony a patient and caregiver suffers has torn apart. Kevin has been a lucky man to have had you with him. I do pray that he does not suffer much physical pain and thank him for all that he has done for so many people here. Thank you Both.
Jerry
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- September 27, 2012 at 4:37 pm
Sending Prayers.
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- September 28, 2012 at 8:51 pm
Dear Brenda and Kevin.
This is so sad news, my heart is broken today 🙁
Kevin is the biggest inspiration and bravest man of this board EVER.
My wife have fought this Devil for 6 years now. When chances were slim of survival, stage IV multiples mets in her lungs during 2011, with under 10% chance to survive, our doctors said, the biggest inspiration came from Kevin. I told my very sick wife about Kevin, and his will to survive, how brave and positive he was.
It helped her, and she eventually became a complete responder.
Kevin, I will never forget you, you have a special place in our hearts, for the rest of our lives.
I hope someday this Bulletin Board could be renamed: The Kevin Bulletin Board, because your story is what it´s all about: Helping others with true love, the love that come from your heart.
Kind regards from Denmark, Europe – yes your inspiration spreads around the world my dear dear friend….
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- September 28, 2012 at 8:51 pm
Dear Brenda and Kevin.
This is so sad news, my heart is broken today 🙁
Kevin is the biggest inspiration and bravest man of this board EVER.
My wife have fought this Devil for 6 years now. When chances were slim of survival, stage IV multiples mets in her lungs during 2011, with under 10% chance to survive, our doctors said, the biggest inspiration came from Kevin. I told my very sick wife about Kevin, and his will to survive, how brave and positive he was.
It helped her, and she eventually became a complete responder.
Kevin, I will never forget you, you have a special place in our hearts, for the rest of our lives.
I hope someday this Bulletin Board could be renamed: The Kevin Bulletin Board, because your story is what it´s all about: Helping others with true love, the love that come from your heart.
Kind regards from Denmark, Europe – yes your inspiration spreads around the world my dear dear friend….
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- September 28, 2012 at 8:51 pm
Dear Brenda and Kevin.
This is so sad news, my heart is broken today 🙁
Kevin is the biggest inspiration and bravest man of this board EVER.
My wife have fought this Devil for 6 years now. When chances were slim of survival, stage IV multiples mets in her lungs during 2011, with under 10% chance to survive, our doctors said, the biggest inspiration came from Kevin. I told my very sick wife about Kevin, and his will to survive, how brave and positive he was.
It helped her, and she eventually became a complete responder.
Kevin, I will never forget you, you have a special place in our hearts, for the rest of our lives.
I hope someday this Bulletin Board could be renamed: The Kevin Bulletin Board, because your story is what it´s all about: Helping others with true love, the love that come from your heart.
Kind regards from Denmark, Europe – yes your inspiration spreads around the world my dear dear friend….
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- September 27, 2012 at 4:37 pm
Sending Prayers.
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- September 27, 2012 at 4:37 pm
Sending Prayers.
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- September 28, 2012 at 10:17 pm
Brenda,
I was so saddened to see this post today. I hope Kevin is still comfortable and in a good place. Since I began spending time on this board no person has been more inspiring to me than Kevin. His ability to gracefully face and courageously take on this disease inspires in so many ways. I hope some peace from this nasty disease is soon found for you all. Troy
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- September 28, 2012 at 10:17 pm
Brenda,
I was so saddened to see this post today. I hope Kevin is still comfortable and in a good place. Since I began spending time on this board no person has been more inspiring to me than Kevin. His ability to gracefully face and courageously take on this disease inspires in so many ways. I hope some peace from this nasty disease is soon found for you all. Troy
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- September 28, 2012 at 10:17 pm
Brenda,
I was so saddened to see this post today. I hope Kevin is still comfortable and in a good place. Since I began spending time on this board no person has been more inspiring to me than Kevin. His ability to gracefully face and courageously take on this disease inspires in so many ways. I hope some peace from this nasty disease is soon found for you all. Troy
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- September 29, 2012 at 11:02 pm
My thoughts are with both of you as you travel this road. I know you have had a long, tough time. Kevin has been so lucky to have you by his side this entire time. He is a brave, brave soul and so are you.
Best wishes,
ellen – dad's daughter
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- September 29, 2012 at 11:02 pm
My thoughts are with both of you as you travel this road. I know you have had a long, tough time. Kevin has been so lucky to have you by his side this entire time. He is a brave, brave soul and so are you.
Best wishes,
ellen – dad's daughter
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- September 29, 2012 at 11:02 pm
My thoughts are with both of you as you travel this road. I know you have had a long, tough time. Kevin has been so lucky to have you by his side this entire time. He is a brave, brave soul and so are you.
Best wishes,
ellen – dad's daughter
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- October 1, 2012 at 6:15 pm
Dear Brenda & Kevin,
As with everyone else who left you messages, I am very saddened to read this update. Kevin truly has been an inspiration to everyone here. He is always here to help others and shares his journey with us, with such grace & honesty. We are blessed to know of him, and you are doubly blessed to know him.
Praying for both of you!
Cathy
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- October 1, 2012 at 6:15 pm
Dear Brenda & Kevin,
As with everyone else who left you messages, I am very saddened to read this update. Kevin truly has been an inspiration to everyone here. He is always here to help others and shares his journey with us, with such grace & honesty. We are blessed to know of him, and you are doubly blessed to know him.
Praying for both of you!
Cathy
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- October 1, 2012 at 6:15 pm
Dear Brenda & Kevin,
As with everyone else who left you messages, I am very saddened to read this update. Kevin truly has been an inspiration to everyone here. He is always here to help others and shares his journey with us, with such grace & honesty. We are blessed to know of him, and you are doubly blessed to know him.
Praying for both of you!
Cathy
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- October 9, 2012 at 1:54 am
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- October 9, 2012 at 1:54 am
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- October 9, 2012 at 1:54 am
God Bless you. A wonderful tribute.
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