Chemotherapy

You may or may not remember the ongoing health woes of Pat, my dad's wife. Well, Dad gave me a call this morning and gave me a some very upsetting news: her tumor's not only returned, it's become a grave concern. A trip to a specialist in Houston confirmed that this thing's extremely dangerous and she'll need to begin chemotherapy immediately.

Needless to say, Pat's very worried. Cancer left her a widow several years back and she's understandably concerned for her future and the future of her children. Dad is optimistic about the chemo, but there's no denying that the months ahead are going to be intensely trying.

I don't know, man, it doesn't really seem fair to me. For those who don't know Pat, let me assure you: no one in the world is less deserving of such a horrible malady. Here's a young, vibrant woman who's endured more than any three people should ever have to face. This is a very disturbing development.

Obviously, our prayers and hopes and well-wishes are with her, not to mention her children and my father.

Apparently, it's time for someone to be sent through the ringer and, recently, the fates have chosen my family.