A Real Friend
When talking with a close friend the other day, I treaded lightly as I broke the news that I have cancer. In not knowing how she would take it, I had prepared for almost anything except for what actually came out of her mouth. She and her family have been going through tougher challenges than anyone should ever be faced with and I knew of the stress she’s been shouldering. Well, after my quick statement was delivered there was a pause on her end. Then, I heard a long, drawn out, compassionate “Ahhhhh” Followed by “You’re my Real Friend. You are the only one who would go and get cancer to help me feel better about my stuff!” The laughter was unstoppable from that point on. After all, “Cancer isn’t a swear word,” it is simply a challenge to overcome.