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Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:50:46 +0000

[…] My brother. Most of you know one of my brothers has terminal cancer. We don’t know how much time he’s got left, but it’s not much. I’m so […]

By: Stacy Green

Stacy Green — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 14:43:57 +0000

In reply to Hartford.

Thank you. It was definitely a shock to get the news despite his low chances. I’d convinced myself he had a good shot at a few more years. Mom is doing all right so far, but she’s pretty good at pushing everything aside.

I agree on the avoidance and taking care of yourself. Sometimes that’s easier said than done, but I’m working on it.

Thank you so much for the offer, it’s very sweet. I’ll remember it!

By: Hartford

Hartford — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 13:47:54 +0000

Sending you huge hugs…and tons of love and support. I will be keeping you, your family and especially your Mom in my thoughts and prayers. I can’t imagine what you are all going through and my heart simply breaks – breaks!
Having dealt with the loss of loved ones, the best advice I can give you is to try and deal with it as it comes (avoiding it only makes it worse), take care of you (eating, sleeping, exercise), and to know that this is a marathon, not a race so try to pace yourself as best as you can.
Sending you tons of hugs….and if there’s anything I can do, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me at natalie@nataliehartford.com – seriously – we are all here for you through this very tragic and devastating journey….hugs!

By: Stacy Green

Stacy Green — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:27:34 +0000

In reply to Liz. Thank you so much. I spent this week in a writing frenzy and then sort of crashed because I wasn't dealing with things. Really appreciate the advice and support.

By: Liz

Liz — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:08:47 +0000

So sorry about your brother’s news. I will send prayers as you wish, but for you I pray that you will allow yourself some time to feel your feelings and process them. If you miss some blog posts, we’ll know that you are taking care of yourself.

By: Stacy Green

Stacy Green — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 22:41:45 +0000

In reply to nanhinchliffNancy Hinchliff. Thanks so much. It's been a rough week, but we are hanging in there. I'm sorry to hear about your family issues as well. Thank you for the prayers.

By: nanhinchliffNancy Hinchliff

nanhinchliffNancy Hinchliff — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 22:31:00 +0000

Stacy, I am so sorry that your brother, you and your family have to go through this ordeal. We’ve had cancer issues in my family so I know how it can affect everyone. You brother will be in my prayers from this moment on.

By: Stacy Green

Stacy Green — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 20:39:20 +0000

In reply to Raelyn Barclay. Thanks, Raelyn. It's been a tough week but just keep pushing forward. I'm sorry to hear about your cousin as well. Thanks, and take care.

By: Raelyn Barclay

Raelyn Barclay — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 20:19:55 +0000

{{hugs}} Stacy and positive thoughts for your entire family. I lost a cousin to cancer last November and can’t imagine it being a sibling. I too found comfort in the writing process. {{hugs}}

By: Stacy Green

Stacy Green — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 12:46:25 +0000

In reply to Eli Omans. Thank you, and I'm sorry about your illness as well. Good luck on your treatment—I'll keep you in my prayers. And yes, please talk to your dad. You're very welcome. Take care.