Comments on: It Is Just A Word Not A Sentence

By: Allan

Allan — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 03:02:39 +0000

Thanks for the comment Susan.

It’s never easy being involved in situations like this, but if we allow it, we can become more compassionate through the process.

All the best to you and your family,

Allan

By: Susan

Susan — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 02:19:03 +0000

Your words really touched my heart.

Disease and aging are an emotionally rich and very challenging part of life.

My dad has Alzheimer’s and although it isn’t cancer watching a brilliant man’s mind wither away has been quite a journey.

My thoughts and my prayers are with you and Barry.

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By: Allan

Allan — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:13:47 +0000

G’day Ange,

One thing that really struck me in the hospital was the demeanor of a little old lady who was suffering the same illness.

Smiling, laughing, and making every minute count, even though she was obviously in pain.

Attitude and positive thinking might not solve all our problems, but it sure beats the heck out of sitting around feeling miserable.

I appreciate your prayers and thoughts, especially for Barry.

Cheers

By: Ange Recchia

Ange Recchia — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:02:55 +0000

I like your approach Allan… cancer is a word and not a sentence… too many times, people hear that word and immediately think that it’s the end. It doesn’t have to be with all the help there is out there and then, so many people beat cancer too!

Sorry to hear that it’s someone so close to you which obviously has hit you hard, especially seeing him as you did. Why is not the question, but to be there when you can will make all the difference… to Barry and to you.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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