This is a tough morning. I just had a call from a good friend whos daughter is in school with mine. 8th grade. After keeping it in for weeks my daughter has finally come out and told her friend that dad has cancer. I wish I could take away the pain she must be going through and make it all better but that's not how life works. I've worried that I'm not talking with them enough about what's going on but where do you draw the line. I thought about meeting with her teachers or talking with her closest friends but I think you need to respect their privacy and let them decide when it's time for that conversation. Right now when we have so little control it's important that they feel in charge of some parts of it.
It shows her strength that she knows when to reach out and who to reach towards. I couldn't be more proud of her in how she's handling things. Then I want to gather her in my arms and have a good cry.
It's hard to know how your friends are going to react to the news. It's very difficult to keep hearing how sorry everyone is. I appreciate that but really would like to hear more positive thoughts right now. So I can fully understand why she is hesitant to talk. What a tough spot. I'm glad she is starting to let a little of the preassure out and has people to talk with.
What amazing and stong young women my daughters are becoming.
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