I saw the pink hat with the breast cancer symbol first. A young woman and her husband sat on the hotel patio where I sought a quiet place to read. After saying hello, I sat in an unoccupied section and opened my book. An older lady soon joined us and selected a chair. She asked the younger woman, “Are you a survivor? I noticed your cap.” “No, but my grandmother died of breast cancer and I wear this cap to honor her,” the younger woman answered. The newcomer said, “My mom died of breast cancer and I’m a two-time survivor…
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Caring for Cancer Patients: A Sister’s Touch
Dedicated to a friend who excels at sisterly love and to everyone who provides care for cancer patients A sister’s voice is encouraging. gently asking questions wisely emailing advice faithfully calling and flying cross-country tenderly expressing love frequently assuring of prayer A sister’s cooking is healing. enticing menus designed healthy choices selected extra groceries purchased juice-filled popsicles made just-for-you dishes prepared A sister’s gifts are personal. classy colorful scarves stylish attractive wigs cheery bright pink lipstick crisp white comfy t-shirt soft pretty hospital robe A sister’s visit is comforting. finishing the laundry answering the phone driving to appointments straightening the…