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KiaT 
Her name was Tisha Rayburn wife, mother, daughter, sister, school teacher to many.... She was a chemo buddy at the Florida Cancer Institute. I looked forward to seeing her there as she had this amazing spirt and infectious personality. Tish lost her battle with Ovarian Cancer at the age of 39, in early April...she had been diagnosed in August/Sept. She leaves behind two beautiful boys and a wonderful husband. I last saw Tish in February, it was to be her last treatment...she was so excited...vowing never to return to that room and staying committed to kicking cancer's ass! She was looking forward to getting her cat scan done and moving forward.
I just found out today about her passing, as I haven't had chemo in a while and my visits to the Dr.'s office have been minimal. Dan got Tisha's e-mail address for me, on that last day...as I was already passed out from my chemo cocktail when she left. I heard that Tish had a blog about her journey, so I decided to e-mail her...but before I did...I googled her. With great sadness her obituary popped up... I was overcome with grief...she was fighting my fight and she lost...
After reading her blog, my tears quickly dried up and peace was around me... I read about the upbeat attitude she maintained throughout her illness, I read about the moments she felt weak, even the moments when she admitted that she was angry with GOD. I read about the wonderful celebration of life ceremony that was held in her honor...attended by those near and far...I read about her last days...and how she had made peace with it all. Her blog was viewed by over 40, 000 people...when I think about that number, I think about all of the lives she's touched, whether they knew her personally or not. I think about all of the people that may be saved from enduring what she endured with this illness.
I will continue to hold my head up high as I continue to fight the good fight against OVCA. I pray that we all continue to find the strength to remain positive and supportive throughout our journey...no matter what stage of the journey you are at...
Many Blessings...
Kia
Comments
How very sad. That brought tears to my eyes. Thanks for sharing that with us.
anitaama
I am so sorry for your loss of your friend. I know she would be so proud of all you are working to accomplish. Semi loads of hugs and love to you....Beth
buttany1
I cannot help but wonder, was the chemo not working for her? Or was the chemo too much for her that she could not come back from it. It is just so curious that she was just out of chemo.
anitaama
That's what I was thinking.. It's dreadful to have lost the fight so soon after finishing the chemo and she was so hopeful then too.. My heart goes out to her boys and her family..
And lots of love and an extra comforting hug for you Kia.. xxx
Halli
From what I can gather through reading her blogs, after the chemo they did a cat scan...the Dr. didn't like what he saw so he ordered a pet scan...it revealed a tumor on her spine and in her abdomen...she had small cell OVCA and I think it's very rare...she was dignosed at stage 4...but she really thought the chemo was working...I believe in the in she suffered from numerous infections, low blood counts...all of which they couldn't figure out the source. I think the pain was unbearable in the end, and no one should have to live like that. It makes me feal better that she is at peace noe. Thank you all for reading my journal and for your nice thoughts...
KiaT
Thank you for sharing this sad news with us about your friend Tish. She sounded like an amazing woman, and one the world has lost far too soon. It's too bad that all the chemo, didnt give her longer or better quality of life. Many condolences to her young sons and family; and many hugs of comfort to you, too. xxx LuEllen
milehighgirl
Like you said, at least Tish is a peace now. I am so sorry for your loss of a friend. Please pass on all our condolences to her family and esp her sons, which I think is most heatbreaking of all, if one loss is possible to be more heartbreaking than another. I am sorry she was in such pain at the end. You must miss her terribly. Many comforting hugs to you. - Julie
JulierRae
wow, How sad....but again, an inspiration...
Darlinwife
Hi Kia
It was heartbreaking to read about the loss of your friend and equally inspirng to read your message that the battle goes on ! Peaple we lost to OC their memories remain with us and may be their souls too , urging us on !
Huge hugs to you ................Monica
madona