Filed under: Daily life in the Wild West | Tags: adventure, colon cancer, colonoscopy, New Jersy, prayer
We just found out that my older sister, A, was diagnosed with colon cancer. There’s no history of this in our family, but it does underscore the need for regular testing. Yes, I know….we all get squeamish at the thought of that test (I know I do!! Yikes!), but it saves lives. “A” goes in for more tests this week, so everyone please keep her in your prayers, would ya’? She lives in New Jersey, and I’ll be flying there, at some point, to be with her for surgery. That’s all we know about it, so far.
She is only 2 1/2 years older than me. A thing like this makes me really feel my age. Usually, my mind feels like age 30…..if only I didn’t have to look in the mirror, I would think I am! In truth, I haven’t seen 30 in a long time. It’s funny how, as we age, we keep the same mindset, to a certain degree. Of course, we gain wisdom (one hopes!), but we still have many of the same desires for fun and adventure that we did years ago.
So that’s all for today. It’s hard to write when I’m worried..
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Thanks for the sound advice. My mindset is that I have much more wisdom than younger people, but I don’t feel any older than 30. Figure that one out.
Hope your sister gets better.
Comment by 4urpets March 18, 2008 @ 2:04 pmThank you very much. I feel certain that she will. Thanks for visiting!
Comment by lifeonthestillwater March 18, 2008 @ 4:23 pmI’ll be sending all my very best thoughts and prayers your, and A’s way! I can only imagine how worried you all are. But please stay positive as that’s a huge step in the right direction already.
**HUGS**
Comment by sleepyjane March 19, 2008 @ 1:28 amMy nephew was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 3 and is now 16. What a miracle and I know prayers and love helped so please know I have you ALL in my thoughts and prayers!!! Love your site/page and look forward to reading more!! Sorry I missed you guys for breakfast. Was on vacation! See you soon!!!!
Comment by kctky March 19, 2008 @ 8:10 pmsleepyjane, thank you very much for your thoughts and prayers for my sister. You are terrific! ***HUGS***
Comment by lifeonthestillwater March 19, 2008 @ 8:21 pmkctky, I’m glad to hear your nephew is doing so well! Thank you very much for your thoughts and prayers. We missed you at breakfast, girl! Hope you had a fun vacation.
Comment by lifeonthestillwater March 19, 2008 @ 8:23 pm