I've been following the saga of Lisa on Funky Winkerbean, a character that has battled breast cancer. For the first time I can remember, a cartoonist has taken the readers on a very personal and poignant journey through cancer and the death and dying process. I found it very moving and emotionally draining at times thinking of how spouses and loved ones have to cope with a loved one's terminal illness.

I guess this is particularly moving because my new sister-in-law was recently diagnosed with cancer. Most of her lymph nodes are involved. We are all coming to terms with life, living, and dying. I hope to have the courage to face cancer as Lisa has. Just wanted to share my thoughts. I guess it's a Blue Monday for me.

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