Cancer sucks, there’s no question about it. But I have been deeply moved by the genuine outpouring of affection and concern from so many people – family, friends, strangers, and others – since I got diagnosed a few weeks ago. There hasn’t been a day that’s gone by that I haven’t felt deeply grateful to somebody for something.
Karen's care package
I love that there are people like Karen in the world. It was such a kind thing to do, especially considering we’ve only met once, and briefly at that.
A few years ago, Megan was writing an article about blogging and community. I think she interviewed a number of local bloggers about our thoughts on whether there is, in fact, a blogging community, and whether virtual communities are as ‘real’ as ‘real’ communities. Something like that, anyway. If I had any doubts then, I can say unequivocally now that virtual communities are real. I have taken genuine comfort over the past few weeks from the words and actions of so many people in my virtual community. I love you guys. Thank you for being here for me.
wow Karen’s package looks amazing.
I’m agree about the virtual community. I think that there is a very strong sense on community with the ottawa bloggers. I love seeing how everyone is coming together.
This is a valuable diary you’re compiling here, zoom. I for one feel privileged to read along. I’m sure that you’re helping others without even knowing that yet.
You have definitely made a lot of real friends throughout the Ottawa (and greater) blogging community. I am amazed (but not surprised) by the support that you have received from your readers. I agree with skdadl about this journal too.
Me too to these two last comments … I have been thinking about this a great deal ever since you got the diagnosis.
Thank you Karen for brightening Zoom’s day. I live in the Pacific Northwest just across from Victoria BC, so I can’t physically help in such a way. Zoom please realize we are all pulling for you from mountain tops to sunny seas. Once again, thank you for taking us along on your journey.
Karen,
You rock! Now keep fighting, Zoom!
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xox