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Sojourn

Mom's lying on her hospital bed, mouth half open trying to breath in enough air to sustain her failing body. I don't think I will ever get this image off my memory. 

This is too soon. Mom's only 66. Cancer is taking her life away, a bit at a time; and the end of her battle is nigh. 

Granted, it's not really much of a battle. From the initial diagnosis, mom and I have pretty much decided that she is not going to fight it and go through any treatment. Doctor said that any chemo therapy would probably kill her faster. I took great comfort in knowing this, thinking that quality of life would be paramount. 

I have not regretted this decision though mom has had some doubt at times. It's been almost 4 months. It's been tough. Probably the toughest thing I have experienced emotionally. I truly treasure the time I spent with her. But seeing her suffer is tougher than I could ever imagine. 

The certainty of the outcome is made ironic by the uncertainty of when that day will come. And finally, I think that day is near. 

Lonesome Chicago

Tennis Lesson

Had my first tennis lesson this evening. It was fun. Learned forehand today. I was sooo happy coz the couch said I was a natural and I have a very nice form. :) After 6 lessons I will be able to play tennis with my cloud 9.

Support Chicago Cares!

I am proud to be volunteering at the 15th Annual Chicago Cares Serve-a-thon on Saturday, June 14. I am one of 8,000 volunteers who will register to make Chicago a better place as we paint, plant, build and beautify at schools across the city.

I am writing to ask you to make a donation to Chicago Cares and support my commitment to volunteer service. Chicago Cares creates, manages and leads community service programs that meet the city's most critical needs (more than 200 every month!) Chicago Cares' year-round community service programs make Chicago a better place for all of us, and they can't do it without our financial support.

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Thank you in advance for your consideration and support. I need to turn in all of my donations by June 14, so please make your donation today by visiting www.chicagocares.org.

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Zion Nation Park

Went hiking at the Zion National Park in Utah on May 3. Beautiful sandstone cliffs. The weather was perfect for hiking.

Zion National Park

You are my sunshine

Words and Music by
Jimmie Davis and Charles Mitchell

The other night dear, as I lay sleeping,
I dreamed I held you in my arms,
but when I woke dear, I was mistaken,
and I hung my head and cried.

You are my sunshine, my only sunshine
you make me happy when skies are gray
you'll never know dear, how much I love you,
please don't take my sunshine away.

I'll always love you and make you happy
if you will only say the same
but if you leave me to love another
you'll regret it all some day

You are my sunshine, my only sunshine
you make me happy, when skies are gray,
you'll never know dear, how much I love you,
please don't take my sunshine away.

You told me once dear you really loved me
that no one else could come between
but now you've left me and love another
you have shattered all my dreams.

You are my sunshine, my only sunshine
you make me happy, when skies are gray,
you'll never know dear, how much I love you,
please don't take my sunshine away.