In September, my dad was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic colon cancer. It goes without saying that we are all devastated. It is the most heartbreaking news we've ever been dealt. We have been trying to keep it together and trying to keep him healthy. He started chemo right after his diagnosis and tomorrow he goes in for a follow up scan to see if it's working. Chemo has gone fairly well for him so far considering. His biggest complaint is being extremely tired some days. He has really just been a trooper. He's of course not without his "bad" days but he also does have "good" days. It has certainly been an emotional roller coaster and Sept 18-19 are not days we will soon forget.
We have been beyond blessed in so many ways since his diagnosis. He has an amazing oncology team that has been very informative and kind. We have also received such amazing support from the people in our lives. His job has been wonderful and so understanding, his coworkers have given us meals and gift cards to help keep us going and take away a few daily tasks to make life easier. My job has been very understanding as well. My soon-to-be family has also been so kind and caring.
The reason I am so thankful today is because the generosity just keeps coming. I was excited to get my new coat in the mail this morning so I went to check the mailbox. Inside was a card. No name, no return address. The card had $200+ in it from HEB for groceries. We have been so fortunate to be surrounded by such loving people throughout this rough time. This morning's Secret Santa just seems to be the icing on the cake! It just leaves me in awe.
So many times you hear about the awful things going on in the world. It's rare that you get to boast about so many wonderful acts of kindness. Even though we have been given such tragic news, we are still blessed in so many ways.
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