Tuesday, April 11, 2006

Quick Update and Some Thoughts

Adrienne has recovered from her sinus infection and is feeling much better. She has a lot going on at school right now as she rounds the bend towards the end of the semester. I think we all remember what that was like in college. You don't think you'll ever get it all done but somehow you do. I can't believe that her first year of college will be done in mid-May.

I chat with a number of people over the Internet who have children with cancer. It's great to meet so many wonderful parents who give everything for their children, but also heartbreaking at times. Since we aren't at the clinic all the time anymore, it is easy to get out of touch with what is happening all over the country and all over the world. I'm humbled by the people's strength and courage, and what they do for their children.

I spent part of the day Saturday going through Caringbridge sites (a blog service for the families of children with cancer) and was reminded how lucky we are that Adrienne is doing so well. Everyday, children are diagnosed, relapsing, or worse, dying of cancer. Our hearts go out to every parent who is dealing with a terrible situation that no one should ever experience and to those who have lost their children. There are no words to say what we feel.

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