7 months ago my grandma was diagnosed with stage 3 lung cancer. She was given a time frame of 6-8 month with no treatment and up to 2 years with treatment. Her body was too waek for radation, so she had to do chemo. There were many ups and downs with her chemo. We thought it was working and we later found out her tunor grew. The doctors said there was nothing more they can do for her; her body was weak adn so was she. Here we are in November, 7 moths later. The up to 2 years we thought we had has turned into 2-3 weeks.

This past week and a half has been very difficult. My grandmother was brought home to my mom's hosue with hospice care. They give her a 2-3 week window. She needs care at all times, can't be left alone and is slowly getting weaker and weaker. She does not eat very much or drink very much at all. My grandpa Don is hurting, hurting bad. He is losing his love. I have never seen a person show so much love , care and devotion to another. I am seeing this so much out of him this last week and a half. My heart breaks for him.

My family has been there for my mom and my grandpa through this difficult time. Its either stopping over and making sure they are stepping out odf the house or making sure they have a hot meal to eat; even cleaning the house.

I do not think I could do what either of them are doing. They are both so strong! I want to thank both my mom, Deb and Grandpa Don for all they are doing. I also want to remind them that they need to make sure they are taking care of themselves.

I am very thankful for my family being able to take care of my grandma the way they have and also show their support for each other. I am also very thankful for the loving boyfriend I have, if I did not have him, I do not think I could be as starong as I have been.

Seeing my grandma in her condition has really got me thinking and realizing how important my family is to me. I love you guys. I know I do not always talk to you and I hardly ever see you.