I've been thinking about 2016 these last few days. It hasn't been a bad year really but it hasn't been a great year either. Its been good, that is, up until these couple of weeks. We found out before Christmas my brother Tony has cancer. I'm not going to lie, when I saw the message I broke down and I broke down hard. I knew absolutely nothing except that he had cancer and was being referred to MD Anderson. We now know he has esophageal cancer and it appears the cancer has been caught early. More testing today will determine that and what treatment will be best. Most likely it will be radiation and chemotherapy. The doctors are very positive and talk in terms of curing his cancer. Tony's attitude is great. He's ready to kick this cancer in its ass. He has an army of support and prayers right behind him. We are all right here with him to give him whatever he needs. With that being said, we are all ready to say goodbye to 2016 and hello to 2017. We are ready, hopeful and thankful for many new days ahead. Cancer puts your life in perspective. Makes you see what's important and what isn't. I saw something the other day that said...
365 new days. 365 new chances.
I like that a lot. I like the start of a new year. Fresh start. Not sure why a new year does that to everyone when we should get up every day with a fresh start. I totally get it though, some days are easier than others. Positive thinking helps and I'm trying more every day.
I want to share this picture of me with my siblings we took Christmas Day. Its rare you get all of us together for a picture but I'm glad Tony suggested it. I think this one turned out pretty great....
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