WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT?

"Kathy", sixty years old, was diagnosed with a stomach cancer two weeks ago. Kathy was discharged home from the hospital today as there was no further treatment. Kathy becomes nauseous when eating any solid food and has stopped eating because of that. Kathy can only take in liquids.

Kathy is now bed bound, weak and dependent with all of her daily needs. Kathy is single and has no family, but has three close girlfriends who have rallied to be by her side. The plan is for the three of them to share care giving support to Kathy so that Kathy is never alone.

Kathy’s mother died two months ago from the same cancer, yet Kathy continues to smile and tease her girlfriends. She is very positive even when asking for help from her friends. Kathy is very direct, honest and open with her emotions. She just amazed me with her spunk, even though her weakness did impact her ability to manage simple tasks.

Seeing someone in Kathy’s position, makes me questions what it is all about and why do some folks seems to suffer more than others? Hopefully one day, we all will have an answer and hopefully will understand. I just know that I have so many unanswered questions. I wish Kathy the best.


WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT?

Life is full of questions.
The more we learn,
the more we experience.
And we'll always have more questions.

Her life has dealt her struggles.
Multiple bouts of different cancers.
She is tough; she is strong.
She has always battled through.

Two weeks ago, another diagnosis.
She is now weak, dependent, bedridden.
Nauseous, so only drinking water.
This cancer may be her last.

She has no family, but amazing friends.
They have rallied around her for support.
She uses humor with them, and they back,
staying positive no matter what.

She is still grieving her mother’s death.
Two months ago with the same diagnosis.
She has amazing grace and strength
revealing her beautiful soul.

My biggest question is “Why her?”
“What does she need to learn or teach?”
She has suffered so many losses,
but her smile continues to remain.

"What is it all about?"