Cancer sucks, and it’s made another appearance in my family. Dad has been diagnosed with supraglottic throat cancer (it may have moved into his lungs as well), and has already begun 7 weeks of radiation treatment. One day a week he will also receive a low dose chemotherapy infusion. Breast, skin and stomach cancers have affected my family in the past, and those battles were won with only the loss of a breast. We will stay positive, and rally together for another battle. We may not know how this battle will end, but we know our family and circles of friends are full of love and support for one another.
The photo I shared is the greeting when you arrive at the radiation treatment center in Fairbanks, Alaska. There is also a beautiful Christmas tree there, but dad pointed at the snowman and said “that’s how I feel about Christmas this year!” It is a fitting description, I suppose, but I do wish it had a big smile, because even when it feels like everything is turned upside down, there are reasons to be thankful ❤
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Cancer sucks, big time. Has visited my family as well recently and we lost the youngster brother and a cousin.
It’s tougher for them though as these treatments ask too much from them, sometimes to give little back.
But it’s their inner strength, will, and determination that wins always. Despite cancer. And family support is crucial to keep this light burning.
I wish your father much strength and a smooth journey into recovery.
Those who go through the same, know how much your words are charged with wisdom. Gratitude is everything.
Keep strong.
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So sorry to hear that news. Cancer has taken both my parents, my grandmother, father in law and way too many friends. I hope this battle is short and successful.
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