It has been 25 days since I discovered I have cancer of the esophegus. I have learned that sharing the news with friends and family is hard, but very nescessary. I have learned that in the past I have been reluctant to make inquiries or contact people going through difficult times out of some sort of odd thought that I was being intrusive---I know now that for me, I must make and effort to reach out to those who are going through these things and express my interest and concern. I think I have always had the idea that it was my job to fix it---and if I couldnt then avoid it. So for all of you dont worry about solutions---the word is support. I have had several people call me that were friends and friends of friends who have gone through this exact cancer and have survived---tough trip but a good result. By all of you reaching out I feel less isolated and more inside the herd, let me explain:
When I was first diagnosed I shared with my friend Bob that it was a bit like being a Zebra cut from the herd by a pride of lions and the other Zebras seemed to be pulling away----wishing me good luck but trying to avoid the lions. I am happy to say that by showing your support I am feeling like I am being surrounded by the herd and you all are helping me whip the lions.
At Winfield I had a hat made for Bob and myself--it has a Zebra and the logo fighting "Zebras Treatable beatable."
Finished up the first week of treatment. No real problems---feeling good most of the time.
Go Fighting Zebras--
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Wonderful post Will! These blogs keep us with you in the "herd." I know exactly what you're talking about - you come to terms with it in time. You and Bob just keep fighting and writing - we're with you!
KFG
http://parityquest.blogspot.com
Hey...thats really neat...about the zebras. the analogy. I know sometimes I have avoided people who are sick. Because I don't know what to say. And, nice poem. I kind of like poetry. soothing. I read your blog every day. This one reminded me of something Aunt Darlene said...about life, and wigging out over the small stuff. She said...(and I found it quite profound).....to Casey, as they sat at a railroad crossing, late for an apointment, watching a train that stretched to forever, lumbering by....."let it do what it do." Its a Cranberry thing. Don't you think? Here is one of my favorite verses. "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart. Lean not upon thine own understanding but in all thy ways acknowledge Him and he shall direct they paths." I use this one a lot. Helps me remember I'm not in control, which I constantly seem to forget. Keeps me focused, which I need. Reminds me He is in control. I need that. I love you..like the train...forever
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