Maddy’s Battle With Cancer

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  • @ChandlerDavidSmith
    @ChandlerDavidSmith  ปีที่แล้ว +1532

    Thank you so much for all of the kind comments! I really appreciate all of you!

    • @helenbennett4391
      @helenbennett4391 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      I'm so sorry, this is just so heartbreaking.
      My husband was diagnosed with colon cancer, had surgery and chemo.
      I know it's a horrible journey, I was lucky, my husband is still here.
      Just know, my heart breaks for you, and I'm sending so much love for you and your children 😢❤❤❤

    • @robclaypool8407
      @robclaypool8407 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Hope all is well with you my brother ..i feel ya peace be with you

    • @carolinemole4667
      @carolinemole4667 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      My deepest condolences to you and your family. Love and prayers from Canada 🇨🇦 😢❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @michaelkemp6348
      @michaelkemp6348 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      The fact you are doing this video is amazing. We are so sorry to hear this. Our son had the same cancer. Same operation. Prayers man for your future with your precious children.

    • @xXPhunKXx
      @xXPhunKXx ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Love you brother, Maddy is smiling down on you and the kids at peace knowing that you've got the reigns. May God bless you and your family.

  • @nicolcacola
    @nicolcacola ปีที่แล้ว +2000

    As a husband, you did everything right and protected her till the end. Your children had a light through the battle. Well done.

    • @mdizzle9482
      @mdizzle9482 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Well said. I love your comment.🤘🏼

    • @sweetbeep
      @sweetbeep ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Did he look into natural healing?

    • @gertrudenyirenda7010
      @gertrudenyirenda7010 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@sweetbeephe mentioned in the video that they did.

    • @sweetbeep
      @sweetbeep ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gertrudenyirenda7010 ...what kind?

    • @kermitrooseveltferkelroose9537
      @kermitrooseveltferkelroose9537 ปีที่แล้ว

      when u know how to heal cancer like dr. leonard coldwell.....than u laugh about ahhahahahaha

  • @rockk973
    @rockk973 ปีที่แล้ว +436

    Brother this story is my wife's and I story for last 2 years. My wife was diagnosed with stage 4 epithelioid Sarcoma wrapped her aorta and spine. They could not operate and we decided to listen to the doctors and they recommended chemo, immunotherapy, radiation. She did not eat for weeks after radiation. I know the battles I stepped back from work to be her 100% caregiver she was in wheel chaired. My wife past away 4/14/23 leaving me with a 7 and 4 year old. God bless bro my wife was 42.

    • @rockk973
      @rockk973 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      I had to bring my 7 and 4 year old to.say goodbye to there mommy. Cancer fcking sucks . I'm 5 months out and I am living life trying to make her proud. I know your pain Horrible to go through. Thanks for sharing.

    • @sarahcrain8083
      @sarahcrain8083 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      God bless you and your children.

    • @highlyfavoured6789
      @highlyfavoured6789 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@rockk973So sorry 😢. I know you are doing a great job and your wife would be so proud of you 😢.

    • @lanagrahamntx
      @lanagrahamntx ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I'm so sorry for your pain, grief, loss. You're family is in our prayers.

    • @MercurialRed9
      @MercurialRed9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

  • @steveharman-rs3nl
    @steveharman-rs3nl ปีที่แล้ว +272

    In 2012 I was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. The cancer spread to my lung. After multiple surgeries and a year long course of brutal chemotherapy, I was in remission. Here I am, cured 12 years later. Watching your video was painful and heartbreaking. May God bless you and your family.

    • @sandradavis-abby107
      @sandradavis-abby107 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +36

      Praise God He is able. My son was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer in December 2021, it has metastasis to his lung and liver. He has surgery to remove tumors and a J-tube was placed today. Please keep us in your prayers.

    • @balbijanic
      @balbijanic 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@sandradavis-abby107 Medical care - Yes. However, perhaps salvestrol as well. Please check the paper: jeffreydachmd.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Savestrol-Cases-Studies_JOM_2007_v22_n04_p177.pdf

    • @tylerwilliams8431
      @tylerwilliams8431 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      ⁠@@sandradavis-abby107Father just diagnosed within the last month with rectal cancer, with metastasis too liver and lung. Liver spot very small, 2 smaller lung spots. Starting chemo a week from today. Keep us in your prayers. Any tips as we embark on this journey?

    • @stephaniemcmillan2290
      @stephaniemcmillan2290 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Wow! Good for you! Your journey was long but you beat it! God grants us miracles sometimes and we should appreciate that. I'm really happy for you beating cancer.

    • @barbaradykier6295
      @barbaradykier6295 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@tylerwilliams8431Fenbendazole 220mg plus Vit E 800 iu daily.

  • @AnaOrtiz-co2hc
    @AnaOrtiz-co2hc ปีที่แล้ว +233

    I just came across your videos. Your wife’s smile was so beautiful and contagious. I’m so sorry for your loss.
    I am currently fighting this battle with my son. He is only 19 years old. Please pray for us.

    • @bethanyharris6916
      @bethanyharris6916 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Prayers for your son going up! GOD can do anything!

    • @kvat3r1
      @kvat3r1 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Praying 🙏

    • @alwinjoseph8413
      @alwinjoseph8413 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      🙏 All love for your son and your family!!

    • @dalhousieDream
      @dalhousieDream 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      🙏🙏🙏💝💝💝

    • @rmilkyswife
      @rmilkyswife 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Praying for your son and your whole family 🙏♥️

  • @princesscake70
    @princesscake70 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +82

    Came upon this channel by accident, watched the latest memorial video.
    Never heard of you or your channel but now I'm in tears.
    Your wife, wow. I felt the light of God in her way of being. While I know I have no idea what the dark moments were like, to see her dance, laugh, and embrace her life despite her diagnosis, is awe inspiring. It's as if she knew deep in her soul not to worry, that life is transient, that someday you will see each other again. i have no doubt at all that her spirit remains glued to you and your kids' sides. I know your devistation is still fresh but to see you here, getting back on the horse, tells me you have a lot of strength and love ur kids so much it fuels u to get up every day and put one foot in front of the other It's too soon for you to think what the future holds but I know that God will provide you the help and support u need to raise ur kids w/o her, that the way you and your wife handled cancer and dying that despite a heavy impact gave those kids a huge dose of character that they will carry throughout their lives and will a lot them the ability to always have empathy for other people's pain and tragedy, a rare quality in this world. I wish you and them the very best. I stopped crying now so i'll say goodbye!

  • @Tino0325
    @Tino0325 ปีที่แล้ว +558

    We love you brother. We may not know you, but you’ve got thousands of us thinking of you and keeping your family in our prayers.

    • @HappyPenguin75034
      @HappyPenguin75034 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Is he a believer?

    • @kathy1149
      @kathy1149 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@HappyPenguin75034 Did you hear God, Jesus in the video?

    • @HappyPenguin75034
      @HappyPenguin75034 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kathy1149 did you?

    • @jacqueline8559
      @jacqueline8559 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@HappyPenguin75034 I didn't, I'm sorry. He didn't mention their Faith during this Video. Be at rest now, Maddie

    • @teresadriggers7884
      @teresadriggers7884 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is the first time I've seen a video of you & about your family. I have cried right along with you & feel like you Are Incredibly Courageous to Share Maddie's & Your Story. She Would Be SO VERY PROUD of YOU! Please Know it takes an Incredible Soul To Share, Cry & Tell the Story of What You & Your Precious Maddie Have Gone Through. Just as You Shared How She Handled Everything, I Feel You Deserve Credit For Everything You Did & Do, Too. She Was BLESSED To Have You By Her Side, With Her Through It All. Not Every Man Could Have Done As Much Nor Knew What To Do. God Was With Y'all Every Step of the Way!! I'm So Grateful Y'all Had Those Wonderful Months Together When She Was Feeling Stronger & The Hope Was There That The Worst Was Through. Thankfully, Those Memories & Many More Will Forever Be In Your Heart. I'm Sure She Gathered Strength From Your Love & A Lot of How She Went Through All of What She Did Was Because You Loved Her. What An INCREDIBLE Person She Is & As You Mentioned That At Such A Young Age, She Already Knew What Was Most Important In Life & The Value of Living It To Its Fullest. What Strength & Fortitude She Showed. How Wonderful That She Had You, Your Love, 2 Incredible Children That She Was Given The Privilege of Being A Mom To & Their Love, Too. What The 4 of You Have Is Already More Than Most People Will Ever Have In Their Lifetime. I'm So Sorry For Your Loss & Your Pain, As Well As The Children's, Too. Also, How Wonderful That Everyone Had Time With Her Before Her Passing - What a Gift God Gave To Each of You. As I Reflect Upon Your Story, I See A Great Man Who Through It ALL Matched His Wife's Steps One For One & At Times Was Likely Some Steps Ahead In The Discovery Processes of Finding Options For Her & Thus For You, Too. I Will Keep You & Yours In My Prayers & Pray You Will Let God Heal The Deep Wounds Within You. May God Bless & Keep You Close Forever In His Comforting Embrace. Love You

  • @optic_fraxzzyt5720
    @optic_fraxzzyt5720 ปีที่แล้ว +591

    I seldom comment on videos but I just wanted to let you know that as a man that loves his wife more than anything this made me start crying uncontrollably. I want to let you know that you've got people everywhere thinking about you and your kids, keep pushing

    • @oneseeker2
      @oneseeker2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Beautiful

    • @lanasaville4563
      @lanasaville4563 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Thank u for ur words. U expressed my feelings better than myself. 💕

    • @nancyellen8006
      @nancyellen8006 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Well said. This is the kind of comment that Chandler needs to hear.
      Best wishes to you and your wife.

    • @BackstoryTabi
      @BackstoryTabi ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I have not cried like this in a very long time...❤ I am so grateful that Chandler is making these videos, as he is going to save lives. The first doctor didnt listen;(( Chandler continuing to share his beautiful Angel's story will help others to be pro-active when the symptoms of Colon Cancer arise.

    • @TheRisskee
      @TheRisskee ปีที่แล้ว +6

      You're a good sweet man. Unafraid to show emotion and show his love for his lady. I wish you both every happiness. 😊❤️

  • @healing_at_home
    @healing_at_home 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +77

    My heart 💔 I have cancer, late stage. Its the most extreme battle. The way you described Maddy's journey... im going through it. The way you shared and described her journey gives a voice for all of us who are going through it but cant share because we are just so sick. Many of the symptoms she was experiencing I have and I want to share my journey but im just too sick to do the work to have my voice and journey heard. Thank you for being a voice. My deepest condolences. The pain in your eyes, I see in my husband's. So many people are experiencing cancer and many of us were watching others go through it before going through it ourselves and when its happening, its hard to share. Im grateful you shared. I wish you peace during this dark time!! Rest in Love Maddy! You'll never be forgotten 💗

    • @lauraann3141
      @lauraann3141 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      🙏🙏🙏

    • @skrrbaby
      @skrrbaby 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Praying for you😢❤

    • @SX1LXRP1X13..
      @SX1LXRP1X13.. 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Hope you’re okay❤️ Wishing you all the best

    • @Travelinalong5553
      @Travelinalong5553 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      If u need a friend. Please reach out to me ❤

    • @patrickrobertson7290
      @patrickrobertson7290 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Here for you and praying for you as well. God bless you, your husband and the rest of your family.

  • @azpersonal
    @azpersonal ปีที่แล้ว +82

    Cancer skips evil people in the world and keeps taking the sweetest kindest people. It's just so painful to me. Haley, Jenny, And Now Maddy. People better start praying all over the world for a medical breakthrough and cure.

    • @madhuramitra6688
      @madhuramitra6688 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      But I will never wish that to my hardest enemy. All death is tragic my friend but they don't make us heartless and unkind. I lost my sister in cancer. I live with her memories now. ❤

    • @sandradavid4026
      @sandradavid4026 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      There probably is a cure out there but it’s being kept from us! This is an evil world!!

    • @annieclarkson1733
      @annieclarkson1733 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      My grandma died of stage 3 lung cancer and she was the sweetest woman who would always put others first and give them priority I loved her and still kove her

  • @ashleylynnisin
    @ashleylynnisin 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +61

    A beautiful tribute. As a single woman who hasn't yet found her person, I can only hope to find a man that loves me the way you so obviously loved Maddie. What a blessing you were to each other.

  • @lindanitzschke1315
    @lindanitzschke1315 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Maddy didn't need to pass away to become an angel...she WAS an angel!

  • @kimclarke5018
    @kimclarke5018 ปีที่แล้ว +364

    As a nurse I can’t imagine the trauma you have been through. People don’t realize the pain and suffering that patients go through. To lose your sweet wife so young, is unimaginable. Condolences. She is your guardian angel now. Heal as much as one can heal. God Bless.

    • @carolburke9153
      @carolburke9153 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree ! You can only stand by and watch thier suffering ... cancer is a demon !

    • @kristihanson8398
      @kristihanson8398 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I am so sorry for your loss. Mady seemed like the kind person that would be a wonderful person to get to know. Such a cool lady she was. God bless you & your family. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @pennyj.8303
      @pennyj.8303 ปีที่แล้ว

      I will be praying for you and your family!! 😢

    • @sandradavis-abby107
      @sandradavis-abby107 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’m a nurse too and my son was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer with Mets to lungs, appendix, and liver I can see a decline in his health.

  • @janroach1852
    @janroach1852 ปีที่แล้ว +197

    Only 27, Life is so unfair. She was beautiful. She caught it early, fought valiantly, did everything she could, even experimental. When cancer strikes children or young people, it is especially cruel. I am glad you took off time from work and spent so much quality time with her. She is in heaven, as an angel and feeling no more time. My prayers are with you and your family.

  • @alexish9717
    @alexish9717 ปีที่แล้ว +148

    Strolling through TH-cam, I came across this video only to realize that I went to high school with Maddy. Even though we weren’t very close and didn’t necessarily run in the same crowd, she was absolutely one of the most beautiful and kind persons I have ever met, inside and out. Truly, a wonderful and genuine heart. My condolences.

  • @ruthorlitta5606
    @ruthorlitta5606 ปีที่แล้ว +228

    Never stop talking about Maddy, we will keep listening!!!! Her legacy, the person she was, is extraordinary!!!!! ❤

  • @janeedwards5947
    @janeedwards5947 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    What a beautiful tribute to your wonderful wife.I lost my son 6 weeks ago, I'm confident these young souls are happy and healthy in heaven.

  • @junehelligrath1120
    @junehelligrath1120 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    I have cancer, but I'm old. I am so.very sorry for your loss. A beautiful wife and family. Be strong and know she will always be with you and help you to continue.

    • @NeanderthalsCozyCave
      @NeanderthalsCozyCave 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I hope you are doing well 🙏❤❤❤

    • @southerngirl1408
      @southerngirl1408 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m so sorry. Sending prayers for you 🙏🙏

  • @rayddonovan2608
    @rayddonovan2608 ปีที่แล้ว +178

    So very sorry about this devastating loss of your beautiful wife and mother of your daughters Chandler. I was diagnosed with late stage 3 colon cancer a month after she was and your story was one of the ones that I followed to help motivate me thru this awful disease. I was shocked to learn that she passed away in May when I pulled up your TH-cam channel recently. Unfortunately, I just learned this week that my cancer has metastasized to my liver and have no idea how much time I have. This kind of news is demoralizing and depressing, but I have a beautiful wife and two beautiful daughters I need to fight for. I really appreciate you sharing your story and positive spirit which helps those of us fighting this insidious disease. God bless you and your daughters.

    • @stavroulapsiharis8357
      @stavroulapsiharis8357 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Bless you I don't know you but I pray for you to be on some kind of trial that will ultimately save you ❤Bless Bless u recover.

    • @tmaffeo
      @tmaffeo ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Popping up
      On my feed and watched . You brought tears to
      My eyes I’m
      So sorry she left you too soon . but please do not be afraid . she’s in paradise no more pain . you will be together again . But Right now you have a job to do and that is to take care of yourself and raise you’re beautiful girls . I’ll pray for you . 🌻🌻🌻

    • @lisasunshine773
      @lisasunshine773 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      prayers for you.

    • @ArtandSky
      @ArtandSky ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Don’t worry, even with metastases, cancer can be cured, or you can live a long time, the main thing is to find a good doctor and not be too nervous! I wish this to be your case! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
      Maria Sharueva, Russia!

    • @richardhutchison3123
      @richardhutchison3123 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Stay present for yourself, your wife and kids. Prayers for all of you. Show up every day in every way that you can.

  • @lisafullerton5086
    @lisafullerton5086 ปีที่แล้ว +454

    My husband passed away at 39. It was taken by a brain aneurysm. It was the worse lost i had ever experienced!
    Dont ever apologize for wanting to talk about Maddie! She was your love , your wife,the mom of your babies and you lost her! You talk about her as much as you need to, til you start to heal and thereafter ❤ She was a terrific woman and an inspiration to so many!
    Hold the memories you've made together close . Share them with your kids.. so that they also know what a blessing she was to you all before going to heaven ... RIP Maddie xx hugs to you and the kids xx ❤

    • @margaretmccallum8525
      @margaretmccallum8525 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I am crying as i listen to your pain . Maddie was a very brave woman mum wife .her suffering is admrable and so positive .you had precious years wuth her and had two wonderful children who will live with mum within them .
      Your pain is immeasurable . Maddies life is a blessing . She instilled in you and her children love in abundance and great courage .
      Live every day with love in your heart . Maddie has not gone she lives within you .
      Please keep sharing your story about maddie .she is a bleesing xxxxx

    • @drewellis5655
      @drewellis5655 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Lisa, you got to read a book called MY GLIMPSE OF ETERNITY by Betty Malz. She died after her appendix ruptured on a family vacation ... She tells what she saw on the other side... I know there a lot of life after life books written, but Betty's story is life changing to read. If I knew you, I would buy this for you!

    • @bellahmarape8056
      @bellahmarape8056 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm so sorry Ma'am 💔

    • @why-jw3od
      @why-jw3od ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@drewellis5655 reading the HOLY BIBLE as well is a life changing experience. Not everyone gets into heaven.

    • @Heavens-Humanaterian-Army
      @Heavens-Humanaterian-Army ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My sister passded of a brain aneurysm out of the blue age 34..she had 3 young boys...I'm sorry for your loss.

  • @kvat3r1
    @kvat3r1 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Oh my heart. Where do I start. My daughter was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer at 17. We've had 7 years of pure hell. She's 24 now, but as much as we try to live in the present, its still hard because of the fear of reoccurrence. Every blood test, every ct scan its a lot. I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful wife, she radiated a strength and confidence that is rarely seen. But I as a mother watching my child go through such trauma has made me realize I am not the same person as I was before the diagnosis anymore. That person is gone. I am learning who I am now, and honestly I'm not there yet. I felt your pain, because your focus is so much on the situation at hand you dont really have time to deal with the emotional pain and scarring. Its like being in a war and then trying to come out of it as life as usual, but its not life as usual. I was recently diagnosed with CPTSD and am receiving counseling finally. I also have had to deal with many of my own health issues because of neglect of myself while trying to keep my daughter alive. My advice to you would be.... be patient with yourself. Be loving and be kind to yourself. Try to remember you are not the same person anymore and healing takes time. God has gifted you both with two beautiful children that will be light upon your path, embrace their love. And if all you want to do is talk about your precious wife, do so. Take as long as you need until you can find it in your heart to smile again. Again, I am so sorry for your loss and your children loss. Life is so unfair and makes no sense. I can only trust that there is a God that has a much bigger plan than what we see now. Look to that to give you hope. One thing ive learned through it all is as you said...stay in the present. Dont look back, its too painful and don't look ahead, its too scary. Stay in the present, because the present is all we have. If you ever need to talk, please reach out.

    • @manuelavargas8366
      @manuelavargas8366 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Sending prayers for you and ur daughter 🙏

    • @kvat3r1
      @kvat3r1 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@manuelavargas8366 Thank you so much ❤️

  • @ResaleRenegade
    @ResaleRenegade ปีที่แล้ว +269

    I'm so terribly sorry, Chandler... I can't even imagine going through all that you guys went through. You're a good man, and you did everything you could. What a shining example for your children, and a beautiful tribute to your wife.

  • @Etherealplanets
    @Etherealplanets ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I am very sorry for Maddie's passing. 14 yrs ago I lost my husband to cancer. It was very quick and shocking. I have a totally different life but I feel like I am in the day he was diagnosed for eternity. I really feel for your loss and pray for all battling cancer. God Bless you and your children.

  • @Fteresa1
    @Fteresa1 ปีที่แล้ว +156

    As a nurse of 43 yrs she was the most amazing woman, so strong so happy so controlled so unique. You are so lucky to have been part of her journey, she gave you two beautiful children who have half of you and half of maddy , it’s going to be a hard climb for you to be able to come through enough to move forward , for you and the children but you can do it.🌟🌟

    • @rachelconradie8480
      @rachelconradie8480 ปีที่แล้ว

      Could you be honest and admit the the covid vaccines are to blame gor the epidemic in cancers happening now or are you too scared.

  • @solarsolicitor9618
    @solarsolicitor9618 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    Bro. This video killed me. Huge kick to the gut. Man I’m so sorry to hear all of this. We love you man.

  • @sharondenman
    @sharondenman 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I lost my son when he was31. Doesn’t ever make sense, does it. I’ve seen your videos, what a gorgeous lady. Such a frustrating and maddening disease. I’m sending you all my love. My son and Maddy are on doing better things. Sending love xx

  • @jacobneal2146
    @jacobneal2146 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    You can see the pain in this man’s eyes stay strong❤

    • @cathrynm
      @cathrynm ปีที่แล้ว +5

      He's in mourning still. This is okay, really.

    • @shimmeringchimps3842
      @shimmeringchimps3842 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@cathrynmWho said it wasn't okay? OP was just making a simple observation.

    • @MissMariQueen
      @MissMariQueen 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So much pain that after four months he was already with another woman.

    • @MommyOfFour94
      @MommyOfFour94 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@MissMariQueenchileeee , I just seen that and was like well omg it haven’t even been a year 😩😭💔

  • @mdizzle9482
    @mdizzle9482 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Can’t say that I have cried over a dang TH-cam video before. These tears are for you my man.😢

  • @slyguyaction
    @slyguyaction ปีที่แล้ว +23

    My identical twin brother was diagnosed 2/27/21 and I just lost him 12/15/23. Besides the journey to Mexico, it was very much the same path with him. I began yearly colonoscopies but to be honest, I'm ruined right now. Watching this video gives me hope for the future. Thank you.

    • @kayt7059
      @kayt7059 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I am so sorry for your loss❤

  • @upshifter5316
    @upshifter5316 ปีที่แล้ว +134

    This is heart wrenching to watch; I can only imagine what your family has been through. I’m just so sorry to hear this. I know you did everything you could for her and your family.
    I only hope the pain fades in the days to come, replaced by loving memories of your time together.
    Your story is a sobering reminder to us all to never take one single day for granted, and to cherish those we love.

    • @MarthaGarrett
      @MarthaGarrett ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Was it called CarT treatment? I have Multiple Myeloma and CarT is used very successfully

    • @ronaldhartfordjr8299
      @ronaldhartfordjr8299 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They had a very small clinical trial for. Drug called Dostarlimab brand name Jemperli 12 patients have advanced or locally advanced colorectal cancer and every single one the tumors vanished they are cancer free. I wonder if this could have gave your story a happy ending. I’m a Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer survivor. God bless you your kids and Mandy I don’t know you all but you’re in this cancer family now and we have to stick together to get through this. I’m so sorry passed away you will see her again it’s not far away the world is getting worse by the Jesus Christ will be coming for his church soon. Thessalonians chapter verse 14 this can give some comfort and hope for the future.Take care and I’m to talk.

    • @nancyellen8006
      @nancyellen8006 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well said! Such a caring, sympathetic message to Chandler.

    • @Waky-h8u
      @Waky-h8u ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@ronaldhartfordjr8299comforting message to many. Jesus is coming back for all of us. He went to prepare a place for us. In my father's kingdom there are many rooms. John 14:2. If it were not so, would I have told this to you.

  • @marciawalden
    @marciawalden ปีที่แล้ว +193

    Maddy’s smile was EVERYTHING! Such a beautiful human being. 💔 Her commitment to her kids and husband was beyond what anyone could’ve expected.

  • @ElisaSchmitt-dd7wo
    @ElisaSchmitt-dd7wo 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Also you are one of the few lucky ones that had the love you two had.

  • @motleydude73
    @motleydude73 ปีที่แล้ว +267

    Been through cancer twice, in 2000 and again in 2016. Now it's back and terminal. Such a horrible insidious disease that is sadly becoming more prolific. Thanks for sharing your story RIP Maddy ❤

    • @gykg3202
      @gykg3202 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I am so sorry to hear that😢 What kind of a cancer you have?

    • @Jaque1961
      @Jaque1961 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@gykg3202no. Don't ask. No

    • @motleydude73
      @motleydude73 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@gykg3202 Prostate, spread to left hip bone, and left lung also.

    • @gykg3202
      @gykg3202 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@motleydude73 I am soo sorry! Is it curable?

    • @motleydude73
      @motleydude73 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@gykg3202 Terminal means incurable. I might have 2 years left. Just started radiation treatment yesterday.

  • @thecoletrain1231
    @thecoletrain1231 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Maddy lives on through your children, one day when your children are grown you can explain how beautiful, courageous and strong she was.

  • @YouHaveGotToBeKidding123
    @YouHaveGotToBeKidding123 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Her spirit was amazing. I wish I could have half her strength! I was diagnosed with a terminal blood cancer in 2018. By the grace of God, I have far exceeded the odds of 2 -12 months. There are days just getting off the couch are rough! Watching her beaming through all of this has showed me what I can do even in the face of this horrible monster! Your children have two excellent role models. Thank you for sharing and God bless.

    • @dalhousieDream
      @dalhousieDream 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      🙏🙏🙏💝💝💝 Praying for you.

  • @lynnritchie231
    @lynnritchie231 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    My husband ran a half marathon in November and was diagnosed with colon cancer with mets in the following May. He's been gone almost 6 years now. Lasted almost 3 years from initial symptoms and he almost beat it. I'm sat here with my dog, waiting to see if a lump on him is cancerous or something benign. Brings back so many feelings. We went through all the things you did. Xx

  • @rickertpropertygroup
    @rickertpropertygroup ปีที่แล้ว +32

    You are an incredible person, such a good husband and Father. Im so sorry for your loss. You are an inspiration and if I could hug you, I would. I lost my Mother when I was 15 to cancer, and was the worst thing to happen to me, AND, the best. I learned to value my time on earth, and my relationships. I came out ok, i'm 63 now and deeply care about others. Your children will too. Thank you for sharing your story. God Bless you. Mark Rickert.

  • @KristiLEvans1
    @KristiLEvans1 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    Good grief, what a woman! I’ve never met this lady, and only just stumbled across this video today, but I feel like the world has really lost a star. My heart breaks for this poor man. My hat’s off to this family.
    I lost my mom when she was 36. Cancer knows no boundaries. {hugs}

  • @shernandez2276
    @shernandez2276 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    You helped her to have hope until she wasn’t able to rid the cancer. What a beautiful, strong and loving women, wife and mother. She will be missed.

  • @brandonclark8960
    @brandonclark8960 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Fuck man. My condolences, I appreciate you sharing this as it does give perspective to live in the present. Dropped a tear for the first time in years watching this.. may you and your family be happy and fulfilled.

  • @steveandmariataylor4909
    @steveandmariataylor4909 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    God bless you Chan. I know your pain. When you said, "Your life was turned upside down. How do you go on with life? " I can so relate. I lost my husband 1/30/22. My life is still upside down. I still love him. I still wear my wedding band. I still talk about him. I'm so glad that you are sharing Maddy's story. You keep talking about her. I heard you say that that's what makes you feel better. Absolutely!! Only someone who lost a spouse can say, "I know what you're going through." The pain is so deep, so intense, you just wonder how in the world can you live one more day. Only by the Grace of God!! I am here today, Only by the Grace of God and the strength he gives me to face another day. God bless you and your family.

    • @ihndz9824
      @ihndz9824 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I feel your pain too, it is not an easy journey for the patient or their family. I wish you the best going forward. One day far away from now you will be able to feel the love but not the pain. My husband passed unexpectedly in 2012 and it shattered my world too. I cried for 3 years every time I remember his name, our life, holidays, etc. I was mad with life for what had happened to us. I miss him dearly. He is the love of my life. It's been 11 years and I'm able to smile, laugh again, talk and remember our life together without crying 😢 like before. Give yourself time to mourn no matter how many years it takes. One day you will start to feel better, slowly but surely. And if you're a believer, 🙏 pray

  • @josephdaoud5868
    @josephdaoud5868 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    God bless you and your kids! I love that she said “live it for the kids, and eventually you can live it for yourself” very valuable message for anyone struggling with not wanting to “be here.” May she rest in peace.

  • @mdizzle9482
    @mdizzle9482 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    Please know that you’re missed. From human to human, I can’t imagine your pain emotionally and mentally. I am sorry for the pain you and your family have been going through.

    • @sicklecellwithdr.o
      @sicklecellwithdr.o ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I am incredibly sorry for your loss. I will have you in my prayers.

  • @zarahmclauren1459
    @zarahmclauren1459 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It is no exaggeration that Maddy is a one in a million. Out from her.....love and smiles and compassion and zest for life and the fierce fighting back at this invader never never bent her soul away from who God made her to be. She is an inspiration. Her passing on is tremendous loss to those she loved. Thank you for sharing.

  • @ericachitwood2465
    @ericachitwood2465 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    You said something that hit me like a ton of bricks. When you talked about not anticipating or worrying about the worst case scenario because you'll end up living it twice, man that hit me hard. You are so right about that. we all sit around and worry, think, contemplate and plan. all the while that is wasted time and we will never get that time back. Yall are some tough cookies. I'm really sorry for your loss. No words could ever express it. What you're doing is exactly what she would want you to do. Continue to spread the word so that your loss may turn into someone else's Saving Grace. You never know how many people's lives you are touching with just one word thank you so much for sharing your story. It was truly profound.

  • @ericaschannel2599
    @ericaschannel2599 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Cancer always takes the lightest and brightest she was beautiful

  • @kyledouglas6766
    @kyledouglas6766 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    "Just stay present.", what a great lesson. Thank you Maddy for being so inspiring and brave, and thank you Chandler for sharing her story.

    • @SpuddersSpud-ps6dd
      @SpuddersSpud-ps6dd ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @kyledouglas6766 100%. I'm writing down what Chandler said here. Such powerful, profound words. Maddy has given us great advice

    • @cherylann2754
      @cherylann2754 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      What an amazing wife and mother Maddy was! So loving and positive! I’m sorry for you loss and praying for peace and comfort for you and your family. Kyle Appleford another TH-camr just went through the cancer journey with his wife, and her death just before Thanksgiving this year. They too have two young children, seems like so much in common, maybe the two of you could get in contact and share your losses and journey of widowers and now single dads and day to day journeys through your grief and parenting roles. God bless you, hugs and lots of prayers! ❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @dalhousieDream
      @dalhousieDream 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That was so sad. I loved Jenny.💝@@cherylann2754

  • @TJ-ii1tp
    @TJ-ii1tp ปีที่แล้ว +10

    "Stay present. When you worry about the worst case scenario you end up living it twice." I wrote your words down so I can easily refer back to them. Thank you for sharing your wisdom; I only wish you, Maddy and your family hadn't been subjected to such an extraordinarily difficult journey. This video and your video montage of Maddy's life in photos and videos are two of the most raw and powerful videos I have seen of personal struggle and triumph. Yes...TRIUMPH...as Maddy will live on in the memories you have shared with the rest of us. Take good care of your heart as you heal. We appreciate you!

  • @williamharvill7492
    @williamharvill7492 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Please know you are not alone in this journey, Chandler. Your friends, family, and TH-cam audience are definitely sending love and light your way.

  • @Cboo-y1v
    @Cboo-y1v ปีที่แล้ว +8

    When you can feel someone's pain behind these screens, that pain speaks volumes. 💔🙏

  • @kellyr.vanderford2258
    @kellyr.vanderford2258 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You were her superman. Know she loved you and the kids. Prayers for comfort and strength. God bless you.

  • @MikeCavaggioni
    @MikeCavaggioni ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Brother, I know this was really tough for you. Thank you for sharing something so heartfelt but also so difficult for Maddie. Her story will help others! You are a good man and your children are so lucky to have you as their father. Wishing you and your family comfort in such a difficult time. We love you bro!

  • @Arian0027
    @Arian0027 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Maddy was a class act, fly high sweet girl ❤️

  • @kellytyler5164
    @kellytyler5164 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for letting us see the raw emotion of what it's like to watch someone you love and cared for die of cancer. I've been there - my Dougie died of lung cancer on May 07, 2000. We took him by ambulance to a hospice center on the Saturday, May 06, 2000, and he passed away @ 2:00 .in the early Sunday morning hours of May 07, 2000. That was also the day he signed his will in our bedroom with his best friend and children around us. I got into the bed with him and thanked him for loving me. He touched my head with his and said, "Ah, Hon, I'm gonna be here forever. Till the day he died he never gave up hope that he would beat his cancer. We didn't even spend a full day at the hospice center before he However, for reasons I won't go through right now, I was glad that Doug had found his "own way" to get out of that place.
    I know this is not unusual, but I could not understand how the sun could be shining when such a monumental moment had just occurred in my life. Doug had bought our home when we were separated for seven years - mostly because I used to believe that even though Doug was heaven sent to me, the type of looks and build did not appeal to me. I was still pining away for someone in my past. But during the short amount of time we were reconciled, I realized that not only was he the best thing that ever happened to me, I was the love of his life for reasons which I cannot begin to fathom!!!
    The house was left to me in his will, but I still felt like an intruder. I kept expecting him to walk in the door, and tell me that it had all been just a joke. The hospice center paid for a cab for my sister to come and get me because they didn't think that I should be driving. She drove my car to her place and I stayed there a week. I used to sit at her kitchen table, smoke cigarettes ( thank God I quit that habit 18 years ago) and just stare out her window, and my mind was just blank. I don't think I knew of any way possible to process what had just happened. You know, Doug did not deserve to die that young (he was only 50 years old). He was the type of person who made lifelong friends of everyone he knew. He was also a motorcycle enthusiast and belonged to a motorcycle club. So, I'm driving with my sister to the memorial service and I see all these bikers who seemed to be heading the same direction as we were. It was quite the sight to see!!! Well, they were all on their way to pay their respects to "one of theirs". I was truly moved and touched by the spectacle they were. Amazing and wonderful people.
    Aw, well ... those days have past, and psychologically, mentally and emotionally I am no longer in that headspace. I also wonder how life would have unfolded, but in the meantime, I am busy "doing me". Try to be happy Chandler - that is the best thing you can do for Maddy now, and it's what she wanted for you and her children, too.

  • @dariavarlamova3848
    @dariavarlamova3848 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I’ve gone through chemotherapy 2 years ago myself and I can imagine how hard it is. I’m so sorry you’ve lost your wife and so sorry you both had to go through all of this. You both are so brave. Please stay strong for your children and try to live your life to the fullest. When I was going through treatment I was so scared thinking about dying and all that but the biggest fear was for those who love me.
    I wish you and your kids find happiness and joy again as your mom and wife guides and protects you from heaven.

  • @roch145
    @roch145 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    The love you and Maddy have for each other is heartwarming and exceptional. It is such a shame that you and your children lost such a loving and devoted wife and mother. I’ve been treated for Stage 3c recto sigmoid cancer - chemo, chemo radiation and two surgeries. I’ve been NED for three years. I had no idea that an apparently successful treatment could ultimately become the difficult diagnosis that the two of you had to deal with. I am jealous of the commitment and love the two of you shared during life, treatment and sadly death. I had virtually no emotional support from my now ex-wife during my treatment. Fortunately my outcome has been good. I never would have been able to go through what the two of you went through, as I would have had to go through it alone. This had to be a very difficult video for you to make. But your love for Maddy, and I’m sure her “presence” helped you put such loving , yet difficult, words together for your video. Yours is an example of how a truly loving couple can do battle with one of life’s most challenging situations. I hope others who are facing a cancer diagnosis draw inspiration from this video. And that they remain hopeful and positive in the face of a deadly disease. When you look at your kids each day, remember you are seeing your beloved wife in them.

  • @karinjacobs9769
    @karinjacobs9769 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    From the Netherlands, so much respect. What a beautiful woman and mom, and what a great loss. She will always be with you.

  • @andir2143
    @andir2143 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    I think it’s wonderful that you’re sharing her story, and you shouldn’t feel any guilt in wanting to talk about her. When your kids are older these videos will be so precious to them. They will be a way for them to get to know her better ❤️

  • @artzology
    @artzology ปีที่แล้ว +43

    This is heart wrenching to watch for me as I too lost my husband of 35 years on August 6th from stage 4 cancer. I miss him so much and not a minute goes by I don’t think of him. We had a wonderful life together and I will cherish the memories forever!
    I am so sorry for your loss, sending your family hugs and prayers🙏

  • @anitaashley8946
    @anitaashley8946 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    There is not always a good outcome w Cancer. My grandson, 21 years old had ALL (Acute lymphoblastic Leukemia). He fought it for nearly 2 years and even on life support, his heart just stopped beating. His body no longer had the strength to fight. 21 years old! So young and just starting his adult life. He still lived w his Mama & Daddy. He died mid Nov 2023. My daughter is having so such grief. It breaks my ♥️.
    I’m so sorry about your wife. I know it’s not easy. ♥️🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻

  • @missindependent1973
    @missindependent1973 ปีที่แล้ว +116

    Dammit, my mom passed of colon cancer when she was 54, my grandpa died when he was 52. As soon as you said colon cancer, I froze and watched. For viewers, PLEASE GET COLONOSCOPIES. I’m 43 and just had my 3rd one, started when I was 28. I do it in honour of my mom. Please please please make sure you & Maddy’s kiddos get them, starting in their 20’s & repeat every 5 years. Insist on them, it’s family history. NEVER let a doctor tell you it’s nothing if you have blood in your stool. It may be hemorrhoids but it’s always best to check. My condolences ❤

    • @nancyellen8006
      @nancyellen8006 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I’m praying for you that you will stay strong and continue to honor your mother’s memory with your repeat colonoscopies. Also, you can continue to honor your mom by warning others who may have a genetic reason to have their own early colonoscopies. Good for you!

    • @novaressler5243
      @novaressler5243 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have blood in my stool almost every day and my Drs tell me it's nothing. My last colonoscopy has been over 5 years

    • @blssuzy2246
      @blssuzy2246 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I have had blood in my stools when I’m constipated I’m 57 I will get a colonoscopy hearing her story and yours . Love and prayers from Texas

    • @ihndz9824
      @ihndz9824 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@novaressler5243could be hemorrhoids, are your stools hard to pass, try to eat fiber more water, benefiber etc AND get a COLONOSCOPY and if it comes back clean then change your diet add more fiber water and stool softener it help a lot too.

    • @user-sx6eu4rg2x
      @user-sx6eu4rg2x ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I feel like colonoscopies should be a standard screening now for everyone. So many people younger people are getting cancer these days it’s scary!

  • @PayThePiper911
    @PayThePiper911 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Omg Chandler - I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss. Words cant describe how you both battled this horrible disease with such courage. I’m heart broken for you but from what you have said your wife wants you to now show your own courage for your kids and family moving forward. She will always be by your side just remember that! Thank you for sharing your story. God bless you and your family.

  • @kenallen6977
    @kenallen6977 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Your video showed up randomly today when I went on TH-cam. I spent a few hours watching the last few videos and I don’t normally do that. Maddy was incredible and you are blessed for the time spent with her and also blessed that you have children together to carry on her legacy. There are tremendous lessons in watching how she navigated everything that she went through. As hard as it is, thank you for sharing her story.

  • @mikestrock
    @mikestrock ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Chandler - As a colon cancer survivor (at this point), I understand your pain. I understand the struggles (to a point). I don't fathom all you are going through, or went through because everyone's cancer journey is different. But you helped her fight the fight. You were there for her, and you are there for your kids. Keep your chin up sir. You are one of the good ones. Peace and love my friend.

  • @pagan_suburbia
    @pagan_suburbia ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Your wife was extraordinary, and brave…an Earth Angel called home much too soon. And you are an extraordinary husband who did all of the right things for her at all of the right times. I am so so sorry for the loss of such an amazing woman😓😓🙏🏼

  • @sandyfeet8175
    @sandyfeet8175 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    She sounds like the most amazing woman, she 100% fought with all her might. Grief is different kind of battle, but a battle nonetheless. I’m glad you had each other in life. Us bereaved, oh what we’d give for the boring, the mundane Monday morning routine, every moment of “normal” life, before cancer, is good life. Sending lots of love to your family from England 🇬🇧

  • @nancycuellar3624
    @nancycuellar3624 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    You did everything to support her and she was a warrior. God bless you and your family.

  • @mx499
    @mx499 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Lost my dad to cancer last year. I still can't understand what you are going through. I loved my dad but I wouldn't be able to go through the pain if my wife passed away. Thanks for sharing your story, I'm gonna pray for peace and protection for your family. Know that there are strangers willing to pray for you.

  • @ihndz9824
    @ihndz9824 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I understand your pain, I'm a widow too. It is not easy, not fair and so painful. When my husband passed away in 2012 I couldn't speak about him for 3 years without crying or tears in my eyes. It was too painful 💔 😢 . He is and will always be "the love of my life" and I will love him forever. Through out these years (11) God has given me the peace that I needed so bad to survive without him. I can smile again and talk about him without the painful feelings that I felt before. I will cherish his memory forever until we meet again in Heaven ❤. May God give you the strength that you need to survive this terrible trauma, your wife will always be the love of your life. Keep busy, focus on your kids, job, family, church and above all stay healthy for your two kids. Slowly Try to make time for YOU, to relax, to meditate, to decompress from all this stress, I wish you the very best with your two kids going forward. ❤❤❤❤

  • @MoreThanAMuppet
    @MoreThanAMuppet ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Thank you for sharing Maddie’s story, Chan. You are a very luck man to have had the opportunity to love and be loved by someone so extraordinary. Prayers for you and you family, Brother.

  • @cruzmariadejesus1505
    @cruzmariadejesus1505 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    You’re an amazing person for sharing this. My husband was diagnosed with tongue cancer and is going through treatment he’s 77 and my heart sinks all the time when I hear of cancer coming back! He’s doing well but that’s always in your mind. I’m sorry for your loss. You made the time and you will move forward when it’s time lots of love to you n your family

    • @marleeamato4944
      @marleeamato4944 ปีที่แล้ว

      Im a dental hygienist, and do Oral Cancer Screening with a special light called “Visilite”. I can’t tell you how many patients turn me down to do the screening bc it cost $45. The screening is to catch something early.

  • @kaybalkey7428
    @kaybalkey7428 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing. I have dealt with cancer myself but I am 3 years cancer free. Praying for strength and comfort to you and the family.

  • @TheSolver-PR
    @TheSolver-PR ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Wow man, no words exists for moments like this. Sooo young and with a life ahead of your family. Be strong, and be there for your children. Keep faith in life.

  • @Davers3636
    @Davers3636 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Absolutely devastated for you man, cried with ya throughout the video, let’s those tears out and live your life one day and step at a time

  • @stephaniewilson5284
    @stephaniewilson5284 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Wow Maddy was incredibly courageous. You are an incredible husband. Healing is a long process dont hold back the tears in grief the angels gather around you.

  • @angelwingstn3392
    @angelwingstn3392 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I just came across Maddy's story yesterday. What a beautiful young woman inside and out.

  • @-Silly-Willy-0
    @-Silly-Willy-0 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    You guys definitely put up the best fight against this unfair cancer. ❤ 🙏

  • @Furbaby87
    @Furbaby87 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Maddy is one INCREDIBLE woman and your one INCREDIBLE husband. Through it ALL you BOTH were BLESSED for the time you had together! Your heart is full. Take a day at a time and keep her alive by remembering and through your children.
    I wish you PEACE and God's blessings 🙏

  • @leopold3450
    @leopold3450 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    What an incredible man you are. Sharing your grief and being vulnerable and staying connected to your feelings. Not being ashamed of being a vulnerable man makes you all the more a man. You’re, in my opinion, as good as it gets. I’m so sorry brother. You talk about Maddie as much as you need or want to. You’re paying homage and respect to her life and the grace and dignity and love she gave out to the world throughout the most difficult struggle of her short life.

  • @lindao1327
    @lindao1327 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I am so sorry this happened to your wife. The way you have spoken about her is such a loving legacy. This will help people going through similar pain. ❤

  • @Happydays14385
    @Happydays14385 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    My dad died of cancer when i was 7. You are doing everything right for your kids. I am praying for you

  • @edasueboyles9039
    @edasueboyles9039 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I just wanted to share that after my husband died it helped so much to talk about it and him. So don’t apologize for talking about her and your experiences through it all. Talk about her and it will actually put others at ease about talking about her and sharing their memories of her. It is so helpful for you to do that. My heart goes out to you and the kids.

  • @PaytonClarkSmith
    @PaytonClarkSmith ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Well said brother. We sure miss her. But it’s been amazing to watch how you have responded. The kids are so lucky to have you.
    This video doesn’t even begin to show just how far you went to fight this or give you the credit you deserve. Maddy was so grateful for all you did.
    Love you man boo

  • @budsandblossomscakery
    @budsandblossomscakery ปีที่แล้ว +11

    TH-cam recommended this video. I had an aggressive form of breast cancer and could relate to the skin issues, cold sensitivities, sheer exhaustion and - you didn't say mouth and throat sores but I'd be willing to bet she probably had those as well. I'm a little nervous every 3 months when it's time for an onco checkup.
    Thank you so much for sharing Maddy's story. Really your story and your entire family's story. It resonated so much and then you mentioned that she passed on May 24th. The last of my cancer was removed on May 24th last year. I think your story is one that the Lord really wants me to learn from. ❤

  • @mistysedillo1696
    @mistysedillo1696 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I just started my battle with my first Pet Scan tomorrow. She was very blessed to have you. Your love for her to share her story to help others is incredible!❤

    • @drwrap3431
      @drwrap3431 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I sure hope nothing lights up on your scan. I got a pet scan on Aug 21st, a biopsy on Sept 1, a brain scan on the 12th and am getting ready to start chemo and radiation today. I wish I could just wake up from this nightmare. Facing your own mortality is the WORST!!

    • @mistysedillo1696
      @mistysedillo1696 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@drwrap3431 Wishing you well on scans! I'm going to do Immunotherapy but I am plant based so I am kicking up my juicing a few notches to help fight this!

    • @margaretlovelock7031
      @margaretlovelock7031 ปีที่แล้ว

      ⁠@@drwrap3431you will be in my thoughts, stay strong and fight this beast as hard as you can, I’m sending you loads of positive vibes as I can’t pray, huge big bear hugs too, 😘

    • @margaretlovelock7031
      @margaretlovelock7031 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope that your results came back clear, I’m sending you loads of positive vibes so stay strong, You will always be in my thoughts, 😘

    • @mistysedillo1696
      @mistysedillo1696 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@margaretlovelock7031 Thank you,❤️

  • @tiffanythornock8159
    @tiffanythornock8159 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    For anyone that doesn’t know what to say to a grieving person, he just explained it. Let them talk about their loved one. Don’t avoid the subject, that makes the grieving bury them twice. ❤

  • @colleenlarson4287
    @colleenlarson4287 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I am so profoundly moved by your beautiful wife, Maddy. She was such a bright light, and her spirit will live on through you and your children. She will be in every gently breeze, every sunrise and every sunset. She will forever be a part of your life and you were such a wonderful husband to her and my prayer is that your heart heals over time. Many prayers for you and your family.

  • @kristenbroad7749
    @kristenbroad7749 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My heart goes out to you. I cried watching this 😢😢 I know shes still with you & would want you to be happy

  • @CristinaPenland
    @CristinaPenland ปีที่แล้ว +31

    This is such a beautiful tribute to Maddy! So much love! Keep talking about her as much as you want. Please keep sharing her story. Sending so much love to your family 💙

  • @tracilowe9437
    @tracilowe9437 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What a beautiful soul, I’m so sorry for your loss. My cancer was cured, I’m so very sorry Maddy’s was not❤

  • @timclark2925
    @timclark2925 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    very very sorry for your loss.....yes her story should definitely be told....you married an incredible young lady!

  • @sandrakloszewski7080
    @sandrakloszewski7080 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    CHANDLER YOU VE BEEN SO STRONG FOR MADDY STAY STRONG FOR THE KIDS AND FOR MADDY AGAIN IM SURE SHE IS SO PROUD OF YOU

  • @deRose03
    @deRose03 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My heart is breaking for this man and his kids. But as life goes by, the pain gradually goes away and there is hope for bright future! Bit by bit it'll start getting easier and there will be a great desire to keep living again. I know this, I guarantee it.

  • @marycooper6446
    @marycooper6446 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Wow, what a strong beautiful woman… and such a wonderful husband and dad. I’m so sorry, it hurts me to see people suffer so much to try to beat cancer and they can’t beat it. I’ve seen loved ones try everything to kill the cancer no matter how much they suffer…my heart hurts for you and your family. Praying for you and the kids. I’m so hurt
    Maddy had so suffer… she is no longer in pain. Thank you for sharing her story and yours. I’m in tears, her and her smile.

  • @MrVictorLind
    @MrVictorLind ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I’m very sorry to hear this Chandler. Stay strong - You’re the best dad your kids could ever have❤

  • @paulmuncaster5895
    @paulmuncaster5895 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Im 54 and diagnosed with colon cancer I had a 20cm tumour took out and luckily it had not spread.I would swap my life for Maddy in a heartbeat. She was a beautiful women life's not fair.

  • @lananicolas160
    @lananicolas160 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thank you for sharing Mandy's story. I know somewhat of what you are going through. Last year we lost our son to Glioblastoma (brain cancer). His diagnosis was for 12 months and even though he did chemo, radiation 2 trials he died 12 months to the day. Why have our loved ones been taken so young and given so much pain. I pray for you and your family . I just get through one day at a time

  • @maxaffe3195
    @maxaffe3195 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I am so so sorry man. This is hell. You did all you could have done.

  • @StayConnectedEV
    @StayConnectedEV ปีที่แล้ว

    Please be strong.

  • @rosedasilva3716
    @rosedasilva3716 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Im so sorry for your lost .
    It was hard to see this video but somehow you got me thinking how brave you are to share what you went through loosing your wife so young . May God sustains you day by day .