Just some background for those that don't know about my personal life ....
I am a recovering alcoholic ...2 1/2 years ago I decide to I was sick and tired of being sick and tired and decided to clean myself up ...with the exception of a one week binge 18 months ago I have remained sober, it hasn't been easy, but its something I am grateful for each and everyday
I am also a divorced dad of 3 boys (17/15/12) I get along great with my ex and I can say she is probably my best friend.
I work on "Wall street" and have for the last 27 years , I was let go from my company in Oct 2009 and was out of work for a year. Oct 2010 i get a call out of the blue with a new job offer (consulting) within 2 months I get offered a perm job with the company and last week I got a raise (10%) which is always helpful. My oldest son just passed his drivers test, which mean I don't have to play taxi any longer, for the most part my life was good, not great but good
My ex was diagnosed with Cancer 9 years ago after 2 re-occurences she had been cancer free for the last 6 years , about 9 months ago, they found a node on her left lung. She went and had the surgery to have it removed, 3 month follow-up they find a node on her right lung, again more surgery. We went back again this past Monday as part of her routine check-ups , they found a tumor on her kidney ( they claim the tumor is almost 8 cms) and that the chance of saving the kidney is very small, as part of the testing they drew some blood, they say her results came back extremely abnormal. They fear the cancer has gotten into her blood and now maybe running rampant, Chemo isn't an option at this point as the last cycle she received really messed with her healthy organs and immune system.
The kids are devastated as am I, but i need to try to stay strong for the kids
Sorry for going on and on, but just needed somewhere to rant/vent get this shit off my chest
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Topic: when I think my life is turning around for the better ...it kicks me in the nuts (Read 1127 times)