How do I start? I want to leave something for the people I love and for anyone that might gain strength from my struggles. I was given a devastating diagnosis of Myelofibrosis this past winter. I keep on going like things are normal but they aren't. Some days are nearly impossibly painful but some days I feel almost normal. Having a cup of coffee, chatting with my husband, who is one of the finest conversationalist in this world. But under the surface, even on good days, I have this fear of the knowledge that life is really short.

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