The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Fighting Blood Cancers
4 Replies Last post: Sep 16, 2009 4:34 AM by RoseJ  
clrkdeb   10 posts since
Jul 19, 2009
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Aug 8, 2009 11:58 PM

Feeling resentfull & guilty

I notice there is not too much going on in this neck of the woods. It seems to all be in the leukemia section. My Husband was diagnosed wit leukemia June 5 2009. He remains in the hospital to this day. Aug. 8 2009. I am starting to become very resentful about the whole situation. He has undergone 3 chemo therapies with no remission.This is where the guilt comes in. I love this man more than LIFEitself, we have been together since we were 14 we are now 54. We just celebrated our 37 wedding anniversary August 2nd. I am getting soooo tired of going to the hospital, taking care of all the finances,basically holding down the fort. My heart aches every day & I don't know if I am coming or going. I am for the most part very outgoing, but i have found I have become very with drawn. The only sense have made of this situation is that my husband is a much stronger person than i have ever given him credit for. If any one has any suggestions on how to deal with this I would greatly appreciate it.

mb341   65 posts since
Apr 3, 2009
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1. Aug 9, 2009 7:58 PM in response to: clrkdeb
Re: Feeling resentfull & guilty

Take a deep breath, you are doing fine.  Is there anyone that could go visit your husband and give you a chance to take care of the other stuff once in a while?  There is no doubt you care for him and he is in a battle.  Don't try to do everything,  focus on what is important and ask for help if you want to.  your life has been turned upside down too.  Good luck

melanieinla   14 posts since
Apr 3, 2009
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2. Aug 23, 2009 4:12 PM in response to: clrkdeb
Re: Feeling resentfull & guilty

Hey, I so understand what you are saying.  My husband of 37 yr was dx'd June '05 2005.  He spent the 1st 47 days in the protective environment.  After having never been alone, adapting was extremely difficult.  Remain strong.  YOU are his biggest cheerleader.  My faith in Jesus Christ sustained me then as it does now.  It's been a long time since I've been to this LLS site and I feel the pain and cover you  in prayer. 

melanieinla   14 posts since
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3. Aug 23, 2009 4:16 PM in response to: clrkdeb
Re: Feeling resentfull & guilty

Hey, I so understand what you are saying.  My husband of 37 yr was dx'd June '05 2005.  He spent the 1st 47 days in the protective environment.  After having never been alone, adapting was extremely difficult.  Remain strong.  YOU are his biggest cheerleader.  My faith in Jesus Christ sustained me then as it does now.  It's been a long time since I've been to this LLS site and I feel the pain and cover you  in prayer. 

RoseJ   31 posts since
Sep 11, 2009
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4. Sep 16, 2009 4:34 AM in response to: clrkdeb
Re: Feeling resentfull & guilty

Going through it all too! I really know what you are talking about. You must, for your own mental and physical health, seek out the help of the hospital social workers. They are therapists, and they are there for you. They can help your husband understand that you can not possibly be there all the time. You have many other things that need doing. They can help you sort through the feelings that are making your life impossible, and make it so much better. I'm so glad I finally did it.

 

They are there for you too, and the rest of your family if they need it. Don't wait, see them ASAP. It will benefit both you and your husband.

 

Best of luck and prayers for recovery, both of you!

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