December 7, 2012: I woke up this morning with the almost overwhelming awareness of the comfort I am experiencing thanks to the unending support of my family. This is not "my" cancer, it is "our" cancer. Not for one second have I felt that I am alone in this battle. My incredible husband starts my day with coffee and quiet time materials delivered bedside. My daughter provides care that I could not have imagined. My nearby daughters-in-law are ready to support whenever needed and my distant daughter-in-law would do the same if she could. My sons call at wonderfully unexpected times with expressions of love and concern. My son-in-law quietly keeps me in mind as he goes through his day. What a blessing! Yesterday's doctor appointment was almost comical. The oncologist's office was so crowded with family members that when the doctor came in, he had a problem finding a place to sit!
Tami has been our faithful transcriber and her invaluable (and often entertaining!) reports bring into focus what we all heard but have mostly forgotten. Lee Ann is a constant support with Bible verses and devotions that made her think of me and, as aforementioned, Jody's anticipation and carrying out of my every need, including things I could easily be doing for myself, is beyond measure. My brother, Dave, (previously mentioned), whose Physicians' Assistant skills have been tested and tried so many times I have lost count, is still speaking to and loving me through all the times I've leaned on him and for that I am so grateful. My sister, Janet, keeps me encouraged and entertained by her perfect words that arrive at just the right times, despite the fact (or perhaps because of it) that she and her husband have preceded me into the challenges of this cancer journey. And thanks, brother Hap, for your unfailing sense of when to send funny emails that keep things light when they could be discouraging. I cannot adequately express my love and appreciation for you all.
1 Corinthians 1:4: "I give thanks to my God for all of you..."
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