I’ve not shared a whole lot about the fact that my mother-in-law has cancer, but only because she’s a shy, private person, and her information is not mine to share.
She is in hospital now, awaiting news from a battery of tests that we all fear will not be good.
Le sigh.
For such an elegant woman, who enjoys being surrounded by beautiful things, like soft, clean linens, and lovely foods on pretty plates, the idea of her being confined in a crappy old hospital, with even crappier food, with a constant stream of doctors coming and going… makes me feel so sick and sad for her.
There isn’t a whole lot I can do, but I boiled a few eggs, and blanched some asparagus, sliced cheddar, curled smoked salmon… Martin took a cooler packed with fresh berries, and yogurt mixed with walnuts, apples and honey.
It’s a small repast I hope she can enjoy today. It’s the very least I can do for her. She’d do the very same for me – only on a prettier plate, for certain.
And so we wait to see…
Man, do I ever hate waiting.
You’re a true fox, Sharon – thank you, ma belle… xox
Thanks so much for your hopes, Alice. 🙂
Ah, I’m sorry, hon. It is so hard to see people in circumstances that make them seem diminished from the people we know them to be or have been. I hope for the very best possible news for her – and for all of you.
hi sweets thoughts are with you and yours ….life is no dress rehersal let us all remember that when we get the chance to dance …have an extra glass of chardonnay…leave the laundry to watch a funny movie …or take a walk in the sunshine just do it!
lots of ‘metaphors’but cliches exist because they are true ….
I am not a religious person but I am a spiritual person and once a month I go to the oratory as pilgrimage for my nanny and all those I loved and lost and those facing challenges now…I will light my candle in the honour of your family.
my heart is with you lovie…xxx
Sorry you’re in a similar boat, Karl. Sending you all the good vibes too – and thanks so much for dropping by!!
I hate it too, Village. Ack. Just… ack. Yes, fingers crossed.
Jen, that seems so right on… “Find joy every day.” Yes – every person, at every stage of life… it’s important, I think. Food might be one of the best ways.
Thanks for the kind thoughts, lady. xox
I’ll take the hugs and the wine, Sara, thanks. Virtual, only for now… 😉
I know you know how it goes, lady. Sad for you, too. Thanks for the good vibes, my friend.
Hi there…As I am going through similar traumatic healthy issue I understand the benefits of comfort food that is simple and elegant ..all the best wish for your Mother in law
hugs
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oh I hate this stuff. But you have done the perfect thing. Comfort food beautifully prepared for an elegant woman (she sounds like my mom) is everything.
fingers crossed, grumbler.
Oh man, Tracey. That sucks so badly. I remember the waiting. Impossibly hard. As my mom said so often before she passed away, “Find joy every day.” Food is a fabulous way to find a little bit of it when things are tough.
Thinking of you and yours.
xo
Oh Tracey – I’m so so sorry. I’m so done with cancer on those that it affects. Thinking of you and sending massive hugs and virtual bottles of wine. x
Sending lots and lots of warm vibes and good wishes. You are a fantastic daughter-in-law for doing that and I’m sure she appreciated it. 🙂
How sweet of you… thanks. I appreciate that. 🙂
Waiting for things, especially like this, has to be one of the hardest things we have to do. Your family is in my thoughts & prayers.
Me neither, Desi… and, me too. Thanks so much for your kind thoughts, sistah.
I’m not a religious person, but I’m a big fan of miracles, and of the comforting crush of grace. You’re in my thoughts today, lady.