I don’t want to get up early and have an endlessly long day.
That’s nothing compared to the countless sleepless nights she’s had, resulting in tired mornings and long days.
I don’t want to sit in the uncomfortable waiting room chair for hours on end.
That’s nothing compared to her laying on a cold table for hours on end.
I don’t want to miss work and have to offer excuses to co-workers for my absence.
That’s nothing compared to her going to work and consuming the sadness of her colleagues, her friends.
I don’t want to sit through those doctor speak conversations throughout the day .
That’s nothing compared to the constant barrage of medical communications she has had.
But I’m scared.
And so is she.
But I don’t want to think about the future, minus her.
And neither does she.
But it’s not fair, I cry.
And so does she.
But I don’t want to.
And neither does she.
But I need her.
And she needs me.
So I don’t want to.
But I will.
For her.
Live, Love, Teach 
Oh Kim, my heart aches, for you, for her…..This slice was painful to read. The emotion is so strong it’s as though it’s bleeding. I am praying for both of you!! ❤ Hugs my friend!!
Oh my, I have chills and tears. This is woven together so beautifully. I’ll be thinking of you and this person today.
Thank you so much.
This slice makes me blue. I had to comment again because I simply cannot shake the feeling. You know your writing is good when it grabs on to someone and won’t let go. That is what this slice is like for me.
Darlene thank you so much- just seeing your smiling face today made my day a lot brighter. 🙂
She’s lucky to have you Kim. And you, her.
Thinking of you.
Thanks Dana. We sure are lucky for all that we have.
This hurts, Kim. I’m sorry for her and for you. This is really well done in how you think strong and she can rely on you for that. Prayers to you!
Thanks Butler- thinking strong when you’re not feeling strong- the story of our lives. 🙂 Thank you for the prayers.
I feel the pain in your writing. I hate whatever you and her are going through and pray that she comes through this ok.
Thanks so much- we are holding on to those prayers.
What a beautiful structure to express how you’re feeling right now and this week. Hugs, kisses, prayers and positive thoughts to you and to her. Watching our loved ones go through this is the worst kind of pain. There are better days ahead. There are.
Having faith like this and support from people like you, keep us going. Thank you for that.
So much emotion! I know things will get better for both of you!
Thanks Amelia- day by day.
Hugs and prayers for both of you.
Thank you so much.
You are in many thoughts and prayers because of your words. This was such an emotional read.
Thanks so much Elsie- putting the words down is a release of sorts. The prayers are much appreciated.
This is very beautiful and very painful. Many prayers.
Thank you much- prayers are taking us through this. Much appreciated.
This piece is beautiful. I am glad you could be with her during this difficult day.
Thinking about you.
Thanks Marsha- it’s a rough ride but writing about it helps so much and having the support of all of you gets us through.
AYE!!!!!!! It hurts when your baby is NOT feeling well and you have other people counting on you, CYBER HUG MY FRIEND!!! 🙂
So beautifully written. Prayers for comfort and strength.