For some of you, this post may come out of the blue. I just heard yesterday that Meghan, my cousin-to-be died. She lost her fight against breast cancer. She wasn't even 30 and hadn't had a chance to do so many things she wanted to do. I haven't had a lot of time to reflect on her death, but I realize that death is always sad and shocking even if you are expecting it. It's hard to lose anyone, but I think the tragic thing about Meghan's death is how many what ifs there are for her. She and my cousin will never get the chance to be married. Adam will never have children with Meghan, they won't get to experience that part of life together. I know that she is in a better place now. She no longer has to worry about her pain, and losing her body to cancer, but we who are left behind and no longer have her bright spirit with us feel the loss.
A death like this one also makes me thankful for what I have. I don't think about my own experience with cancer that often, which is a good thing. I have been free of cancer for over 10 years. In that time I got married, traveled to many beautiful places, found a career I love, had a wonderful son and have made many dear friends. I treasure each of these moments and I am so thankful to have had the chance to experience all of this.
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Angela- I am so sorry for your loss here on earth. I have no other words... but I understand the pain. Sometimes that pain is still so fresh. love to you and your family.
so sorry to hear about Meghan. I will be praying for you all,and especially her fiancee. I appreciated reading your comments on your own expereience w/ cancer, and all you are thankful for. I'm sure God has/is using you in the lives of many people b/c of it.
We treasure each day with you..you are such an amazing person....we count our blessings over and over.
Love, Mom
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