(posted by Greg)
Monica and I again attended the Brain Tumour Support Group today. Although each session follows a set format, no one session is the same as the participants change from month to month and the discussions have a life of their own. This session was a very emotional one. Today there were more participants who have young children and one of them was only just diagnosed with a tumour which would normally result in a short life expectancy. The very emotional discussions again really underlined a couple of key points: the importance of appreciating each moment, the value of everyday things which we take for granted when we are healthy and the importance and value of relationships with family and friends. Some of the participants are long-time survivors who continue to attend the sessions to help others by passing along their experiences (and by being living examples that the statistical prognoses are not always accurate).
Monica and I then had a chance to connect with our friends, Tony and Liz, for nice lunch/visit.
In the evening we again visited Oma. Apparently, the Drs have indicated that there is a good chance that she will be transferred to the care home which has been arranged this week. I really admire her attitude but I can't help but worry about how she will be able to continue to cope with her problems and what quality of life that she will have.
Daniel is flying home tomorrow for some business and a weekend visit . We are looking forward to seeing him again so soon.
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