What’s Going On?

I have received a plethora of emails and messages based on my writings this past month — all with the same question; what’s going on? 

My beautiful sister, was diagnosed with cancer about five weeks ago. Surreal, given that my best friend was also diagnosed with terminal cancer in the past 3 months. 

This can’t be real? Except that it is…
Life has been in a tailspin  and a new reality and challenge stare me in the face. I certainly do not garner sympathy or “poor guy” vibes. May be a little bit of patience for being forgetful and lost in my own head. 

My new reality has created a whole new way for me to look at the world. The battle ahead is daunting. The suffering of those that I love has created a new commitment, and a steadfast resolve to take on this challenge. 

Make no mistake — this is not about me. It’s about those that I love, that fight the ultimate fight. However, I can’t help but often wonder, what’s the point? What’s the point of chasing dreams and ambitions and the mighty dollar? Maybe tragic circumstances taint our view of the world. And make us cynical and disillusioned. 

I hate cancer, and what it does to the beautiful lives of incredible people. My life has changed forever. And in some strange way, I am a better person for it. Tough way to learn life’s toughest lessons.