Category Archives: Cancer
Another Day
Thursday night my father died. We were so stunned and exhausted that we came home, had a drink and went to bed. It took us a long time to go to sleep. I know this because I slept with my … Continue reading
My Father, Dan
Born 1943-Died January 19, 2012 after a long and valiant battle with cancer. Dan was a complex person, passionate about life and his family. He had a raucous sense of humor and a quick wit—he filled our lives with warmth … Continue reading
Back In NH
I have been back in NH for eight days. I have missed being here. Though it has not been my normal visit. It has been different this time around. There is an underlying sadness. Not grief or depression, but a … Continue reading
Filed under Cancer, Hospital, New Hampshire
Transitions
It has been a while since the last time I have posted. I have been dealing with some challenges and logistics. I have bought the tickets, began the paperwork at work and organized my kitchen. It is official, I will … Continue reading
Filed under Cancer, Going Home, New Hampshire, NH, US
Chemotastic!
This week we are back on chemo–Dad’s third round. While he does have some side effects and major fatigue he is in a pretty good spirits. When I came back he warned me that sometimes when he doesn’t feel well … Continue reading
Coming Home, For A Battle
If you have noticed, I have been blogging a little less in the past two months. I have been preoccupied. There is work, and my Master’s program. And then there is the Big C. My father has had cancer for … Continue reading
Filed under Cancer, Dad, New Hampshire, summer
