Thursday, March 1, 2012

Life knida blew up on me this week.

On Tuesday I got a call from my little sister that mom's breast cancer may be back and spreading to other parts of body.  Today both her and my older sister told me they got the confirmation of the bad news from the doctor.

It's gonna be a rough road ahead of us.  Besides being completely scared, I'm also numb from the shock. At the same time, I feel guilty that my sisters are shouldering all the responsibilities of arranging and taking my mom to all the appointments, yet I can only pitch in very little.

Early this week I finally settled down to start a new knitting project, but after the first call from my sister, I'd only been able to knit 2" so far.  Every time I sat down to knit I'd do one or two rows then I couldn't continue it any more.

Just when I though I'd finally found some solid ground under my feet....   I will be driving down to Bay Area and visit my parents next week.

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  1. my prayers go out to you and your family. so far my mother has been cancer free after her treatment, and I worry about it coming back, so I understand a little of how you feel. I'll keep you in my thoughts.

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    1. Thank you Cambria for the supportive words. I hope your mom will stay healthy.

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  2. Thank you so much for sharing...you and your mom will be in my prayers. I cannot imagine how you must feel; I pray that your knitting can become a security again soon.

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    1. Thank you Taloferia. I'm slowly back to knitting and watching British TV as an escape from the constant worry I have. Knitting really can be therapeutic, and I'm grateful I have knitting in my life.

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  3. So sorry to hear that, wishing your mother and you lots of strength!

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    1. Thank you villapeikko for the well wishes. Strength is exactly what we need right now.

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  4. Connie, I'm so sorry you and your family are going through this terrible time. I wish you all the strength you will need to get through it. I know how hard it is. Take care, sweetie.

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    1. Oh Chris, thank you for always know what supportive words to say. Your thoughtfulness really does bring comfort.

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  5. Dear Connie, I am wishing you family to stay strong and your mom a complete recovery.

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    1. Dear Diana, thank you for the support. It sure is nice to hear that from you. By the way, your new shawl is absolutely gorgeous.

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    2. Thank you so much Connie. I am glad you like it. That shawl is a present for my sister.

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  6. Sorry to hear about your mom. Don't feel guilty about your sisters...when you are able to "come to town" you will be the fresh energy (and shoulder) that is needed. In some ways, you will have the harder part. Never easy....but best wishes to all of you!

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    1. Thank you for the wise words. That really helps to hear a different take on it. And I think you're very right. I will certainly keep that in mind.

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  7. I'm so sorry to hear the bad news, Connie. My prayer for you and your family...
    Momo

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    1. Thank you Momo for your thoughtful words. I really appreciate your support.

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