Straight Line Relationships

(now that I’ve found out that the hospice wing has wireless, I’m retro-posting some of this…)

My letter to friends on Thursday, 5/8/2008:

You may know that my Mom, Kay, was diagnosed with cancer 5 years ago.  She has been fighting it well, pushing it into remission multiple times.  However, she has been declining since January, and this past week she transitioned to palliative care (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hospice) instead of curative-focused care.

I’m actually in Ohio right now, for a quick visit.  I plan to visit again later this month, and who knows after that.  Mom’s body is very weak.  She cannot eat anthing but clear liquids.  I know she is getting the best possible care, here at the Cleveland Clinic.

I ask you to keep Mom in your thoughts, and myself and my brother Chris, and my Dad (they divorced long ago, but are cordial).  Chris has been wonderful this month, coming up from Columbus and really getting Mom what she needs.

If you have a moment to do a random act of kindness, drop a card in the mail:

   Kay

   20000 Harvard Road, Building A, 3rd floor Hospice,

   Warrensville Heights, Ohio 44122

I think Mom would be touched to receive 15 cards from “Becky’s friends” in Seattle. 

Also, I thank you in advance for your care and support of me.  I’m sure I will need it.

–Becky

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