Having cancer is not really a personal experience, it's a family affair! I can't speak for my kids, but through this experience I do hope that they learned something.
They have watched the loving service so freely given by our family, friends, neighbors and even strangers. I hope they remember that service that made our lives better and more freely give when they see suffering around them.
I think this experience has given them perspective, I hope that they will be brave to talk to people when they see suffering and not shy away from it. They know how it feels when a family member is sick and they can be sensitive to feelings.
That mom is still mom even if her hair is gone. While it was a little bit of a challenge getting used to the new appearance, they have all been so sensitive to my feelings. When they see others with this similar challenge I hope that they can continue to be sensitive.
We can do hard things! And we can be happy while we are doing them. While we might not enjoy our circumstances we can still be grateful and happy.
They have learned about more household chores and skills, they are so much more capable than I gave them credit for before.
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