Update....
I am not sure how many of you are following her story, but Sam passed away this evening. My son Patrick was actually the one to inform me. There were three kids from our cancer clinic that ended up @ the same college-Patrick, Sarah, and Sam. Pat was quite tight w/ Sarah, who went through treatment the first time w/ Sam. And Patrick went through his first treatment when Sam was going through her second. Anyway, Patrick called me and was such a grown up about it. It's funny, I have always been the one to give him the news delicately (we have lost many friends). I tried to keep my cool, I did notice a lot of sniffles in his voice. It took everything I had to keep it together. I knew it was coming, I just didn't expect it so fast. So here is the link-check out the pics-she was quite dynamic. CaringBridge. Free Websites That Support And Connect Loved Ones During Critical Illness.

I'm sorry for your and your son's loss.

Caring Bridge is an awesome site and I'm glad they provide this service. I used it last year when my DD had her major surgery.

Oh how sad.

Your poor son, but you know.. he is so blessed to have such wonderful friends that are going through the very exact same thing as him. But I can just imagine how scared and helpless this must make him (and you) feel.

My heart and thoughts are with you and Patrick.

Goodness, that was horrible. I seriously cannot even imagine. Lynne, you are so strong and such a good person to have gone thru everything that you have , and to still have contact with people that didn't have the wonderful outcome that yall did.

All I can say is God be with those poor parents.

And thanks to you Lynne, for keeping us updated.

Donna

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Aw. As I wipe the tears from my eyes, I remember how blessed I am to have two healthy *children*. (They are in their 20s now.)

I also got really choked up over that. I am so sorry for the family and friends of Sam.....and I am so impressed with the family and the fortitude it must take to live through the loss of a child and be able to post such a loving and strong tribute.

Reading so many of the posts lately, I realize how blessed I am. I need to be more thankful.

cj/

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I am so sorry Linny.

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My heart and prayers to you and your Son Patrick.... Peace. Catherine

I am so sorry to hear this. I went over to the CB site when you posted the link to her story a week or so ago. What a beautiful young woman... and so STRONG!

My thoughts and prayers are with her family and all that knew her.

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Oh Linny, I am so sorry for your son. My daughter, who is 19 now, is also a cancer survivor....7 years clean now! She has had to deal with so much loss....it's very hard to make and keep friends on the cancer ward. It has gotten to the point where we have skipped some favorite fundraisers because it is just too hard to go. She also struggles with "survivor guilt", so keep an eye on Patrick....it can manifest as depression or anger.

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I am so sorry.

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So very sad to hear this news. She was a beautiful and strong young lady and as a mother of a daughter with a very chronic illness this is extremely heartfelt. Deepest condolances to you and your son and all whose hearts she touched. I feel so sad about this.

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I'm so sorry. I was following Sam's story and this just tears my heart out. I'm sorry for your son Patrick, your entire family (and of course Sam's family and other friends). I will say a special prayer for all of you today.

Again, I'm very sorry.

I am so very saddened to read this, I too have been following her story and what a strong yound lady she was.

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Linny,

I'm so sorry to hear this. What an amazing journey she had.

I'm praying for Sam's family, and for yours, too. You've endured more than your share of losses.

Thank you for sharing the links and the stories, Linny.

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Thanks guys for your prayers. We actually have our cancer mom's support group tonight, where we can work out some game plan. Apparently the situation is that they are expecting over 1,000 ppl at her ceremony, and they are gracious enough to want a full reception, and wanting to feed everyone. Sam has been battling cancer for over four years. One of our local grocery stores (Farm Fresh) has stepped up to the plate and have offered many plates. We are going to firm that up tonight, and going to fill in side dishes as needed. Thanks again for your prayers. While I knew it was coming, I am still so stunned by the news.