News and more reflections

I have just found out that a person very close to me has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, and just received the diagnosis late last week. Very surprising news that never comes on any sort of
schedule.

Q: What do I say? A: What people have been saying to me, and what has been very helpful: you'll get through this; and know that I'm thinking about you and willing to help in any way that my particular skillset allows. You are not alone. I love you and care about you. The most important thing is to speak from the heart. There is no script, no right or wrong thing to say.

Identify the people in your lives that would leave a hole if they weren't there anymore, and man-/ woman-up and *tell* them, even if they don't have a serious health condition. Easier said than done sometimes, for all of us. I am no world-wise sage, but I can tell you that I feel much closer to many as a result of the outpouring of support that I have received. Notes small and large, phone calls, even just hugs. And I thank you for it, sincerely.