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9 years ago
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I currently have two family members in the hospital - both in very bad shape. My grandmother is battling cancer while my brother-in-law was hospitalized with head trauma after an ATV accident.
On the subject of the latter, I've received word that there is long term damage that will take years to recover from.
As for the former, I received word an hour ago that they will be moving my grandmother to palative care.
I'm devastated to be sure, but I'm finding ways to cope. That said, I have no idea what this will mean for the comic over the near term. I do have a four comic lead at present just in case, but there may be gaps or delays in publication.
Added bonus - I found out my husband works Christmas Day, 7am to 7pm.
This year, man...
On the subject of the latter, I've received word that there is long term damage that will take years to recover from.
As for the former, I received word an hour ago that they will be moving my grandmother to palative care.
I'm devastated to be sure, but I'm finding ways to cope. That said, I have no idea what this will mean for the comic over the near term. I do have a four comic lead at present just in case, but there may be gaps or delays in publication.
Added bonus - I found out my husband works Christmas Day, 7am to 7pm.
This year, man...
So here's some worse news: this year is still not done.
But here's the good news: you know this year is bad.
And that is unique. In only a few instances in human recollection have all recognized that the time they are living in is distinctively good or bad. And we know we are in bad times.
That knowledge tempers you. It humbles everyone. And it allows you to fight with vigor, because you know you are being attacked.
Thus, when things stop being bad (though they will not necessarily be good; they will be unevaluatable, as usual) you and everyone will emerge reforged.
But you must survive the hardship: your Grandmother will die shortly; your niblings will never again see the same father they had a short while ago; your Christmas will be lonely. But you know you are under siege. You must not capitulate! Be strong for who you care about, including yourself.
Make sure you or someone knows what your grandmother wants done with her body, and the funeral. Take an active part in arranging for the care of your brother, and his kids. Be ready to change your routine. If your husband isn't going to be home, then cook! Bake! How can a bad day be made better?
Your comics are cute, by the way. The kids would probably like them. Have you showed them?
Anyways, just make sure to leave time to digest your grief. Don't underestimate it, don't ignore it, and don't let it fester. These wounds cannot be cured, but they will heal.