Grateful

When my father was diagnosed with Stage IV EC last December, I didn't know how to act or feel. Riding the wave of hopefulness and realism has been challenging, but with every new turn whether good or bad I have discovered there is always a reason to be grateful.

I am grateful to my mother who has provided 24/7 care to my father. I am grateful to their neighbors, friends and my family who have provided support and a positive spirit. I am grateful that I have had quality time with my father since his diagnosis – sharing stories has never been so meaningful. I am grateful to his oncologist, his compassion and “don’t give up attitude.” I am grateful that treatments are available to fight cancer and that we get closer to unraveling this disease every day. I am grateful to the people on this site and the stories that have been shared as they have provided hope, strength and foresight. I am grateful to my friends who have listened, listened and listened with every up and down. And right now, I am most grateful to my father who has fought hard so he could be there to walk me down the aisle on my wedding day last week.