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Has been MONTHS since my last post. And I am in need of getting back here regularly.
I haven't had a chance to read many blogs (recent circumstances I will explain) but at a quick glance I don't see many familiar faces.

Those of you who were active in the summer and Fall of 2012 may remember that my husband's brother was diagnosed with Kidney cancer and we were trying to help him and his wife through this. Monday, he lost his battle with cancer--wow was it an AWFUL few months for him...surgeries, treatments, and just downhill all the way Turned out to be not kidney cancer but a very rare Nerve Sarcoma--they removed a FOOTBALL sized tumor from his abdomen but it spread to his lungs, liver and bones within 6 weeks.(He had his only remaining kidney removed and was on dialysis). So my husband and I were the main support for them. My sister in law and I got VERY close even though we live a couple of states apart, so that was good. But really she was using me as her emotional diary daily, which is what she needed, but it drained me. I felt like I was going through it myself.
Funeral was yesterday. So sad.

So as far as MY health, Almost as soon has his problems got really bad, my diet went to just terrible. Not able (or willing) to engage in physical exercise or eat well. I will be getting on the scale Monday morning (certainly have gained at least 15+ pounds) and getting back in the 'saddle'. I know exactly what I need to do but will have to find the emotional and physical strength to DO it. One of my last conversations with my brother in law was about health and how he wanted us to take care of ourselves. So here I am.

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Comment by Angie Y on January 19, 2013 at 6:19pm: Im sorry for your loss.:(

I have missed you. Glad you are back cant wait to start seeing some posts from ya~~ :D

Comment by Cindy on January 19, 2013 at 7:23pm: It's really great to see you back. I am so sorry for what you have your entire family have been through for so long. Being a support system is definitely draining, both emotionally and physically. I know you will find the strength to start making you a priority. We are here for you. Hugs.

Comment by Keem on January 20, 2013 at 7:51am: I'm a familiar face!!! :)

Sorry to hear about the negative things lately.

Comment by Ali on January 20, 2013 at 6:45pm: Wow, I am so, so sorry. What a painful loss. You are doing the right thing by coming back and keeping yourself healthy and happy, it really is what he would have wanted. Maybe you should start out slow and go for walks if your weather permits? I am sure your hubby could use the time together as well. Hope things slowly get better for you.

Comment by Paula on January 20, 2013 at 7:49pm: I am so very sorry for your loss. Cancer is the pits. My mother lost her battle the end of December. You have given so much of yourself that now it is time to concentrate on you. Get your health back. I am so glad to see you here. Together we can do it!!

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