Sadness because Neal’s sister-in-law is about to enter
hospice care. She’s spent the last year
battling cancer. What a rotten turn of events.
Guilt because while she’s been suffering through multiple
surgeries and other horrible physical indignities, I’ve been sailing along
through my chemo with nothing more than a few annoying side effects. I’d accept a heavier load if it would ease
hers just a little.
I know that life is not fair. But wouldn’t it be great if it was just a
little more fair than it is.
No need to feel guilty. Most of us would willingly sacrifice ourselves to save our loved ones.
ReplyDeleteOur individual experiences are entirely personal. Some are easier, some more challenging. When we are blessed with a lighter burden, we have extra strength which we can then share with others and bless them. Pay it forward - pass it on.