Update
It takes a while to get back on the blog-horse and to get in that writing groove. I never consciously decide to take time away from blogging, it kind of just happens that way. On occasion during this recent hiatus I sat at the keyboard with every intention of writing, but sometimes the thoughts didn’t come and other times all the words I wrote looked misspelled. Strange how that is.
It seems like a lot has been happening during the last month or so. Dad was diagnosed with prostate cancer, and for a while the family was holding its collective breath to see how things turned out. Thankfully the cancer has been found at an early enough stage where Dad has some options as far as therapy goes. There’s a lot to be said about regular testing and early detection. Before the diagnosis I knew nothing about prostate cancer, or even exactly where the prostate is located. Since the diagnosis, I have read just about everything on the web that has to do with the prostate.
Our family also lost one of our youngest members when two-year old Lillieanna choked to death on a pea-sized bead from a broken bracelet. She was my brother’s second of three granddaughters. I never met Lillieanna, she was born and raised in South Carolina. So sad when a child is lost.
Thankfully, not all the news has been dire. The family is excitedly awaiting the arrival of a new addition. Amber, my oldest niece, is due to have her first child today. If baby boy doesn’t decide to come out on his own, they may decide to induce the delivery. Amber is said to be excited about the baby, and she’s looking forward to having her body back.
November 3rd, 2005 at 4:44 am
Oh, Kane, I’m so sad to hear about Lillieanna … how tragic for your family. It’s never easy to lose someone, no matter the age, but somehow…it’s just so much more heartbreaking when a child dies.
I hope Dad is feeling better and that whichever therapy he goes with gets rid of the cancer. My friend’s Dad had prostate cancer as well, and he’s been cancer free for 7 years now.
Good luck to Amber!
November 3rd, 2005 at 6:22 am
I’m sorry to hear about your Dad. But good news that it’s in the early stages. And losing your grand-niece was also tragic. You’ve had a difficult month. Sending blessings to you all.
November 3rd, 2005 at 6:28 am
I’m so sorry for your family’s loss of Lillieanna, I can’t imagine. I’m also sorry for your dad’s cancer, but am glad it is treatable. I’ll keep him in my prayers. I hope all goes well with the new baby too.
*HUGS*
November 3rd, 2005 at 8:16 am
I wish to thank all of the very nice people that have expressed concern and feeling about me and my extended family. Hawaiian Ohana. Best wishes to all.
November 3rd, 2005 at 4:19 pm
A message of sympathy to your family for the loss of Lillieanna… Lots of prayers for the health of Kane’s Dad… and best wishes for your niece’s baby. No wonder you’ve been away from Esoteric Bowl. It’s good to see you’re back.
November 3rd, 2005 at 6:25 pm
Good to have you back, Kane. So sorry for the recent family misfortunes. Sending {{{hugs}}}
November 3rd, 2005 at 6:40 pm
kane!
i’ve been blue for a while with your absence. welcome back. your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
take care.
November 3rd, 2005 at 7:34 pm
Wishing you and your family strength, hope and love. Keep writing, keep believing.
November 5th, 2005 at 12:52 am
Thanks to everyone for your kind comments!
November 8th, 2005 at 3:38 pm
Kane,
I’m sorry to hear about the loss of the little one. It is indeed sad. I’m glad that your dad has options in care. Glad to see you back.
November 9th, 2005 at 10:22 am
hey stranger! i was wondering where you’ve been. i’ve missed you but i understand your absence. i get into those non-writing moods too sometimes. and it’s usually because my brain needs a little rest… which is probably what your needed too. anyway, i’m sorry to hear about your loss and at the same time i’m glad to hear that your dad’s condition was caught early. and i have high hopes for him because i have 4 uncles who have gone thru what your dad is going thru right now and they’ve breezed thru it like champs and i have faith that your dad will too… my prayers go out to you and your fam… *hugs*
November 9th, 2005 at 5:13 pm
oh my gosh, you sure have had a lot of things going on in the last few weeks. i’m so glad to hear that your dad’s cancer was caught early, and of course that your niece is expecting. who knows, by now maybe she already delivered?