I’m sorry, Shrift. In related news, Bob’s dad passed this morning. He’d started hospice at home last week and deteriorated pretty rapidly. Fortunately, Bob went out there last Thursday and stayed so he was there. Dad was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer about 2 years ago and did shockingly well with chemo for over a year. The last few months have been rough though.

Oh no shrift and Lisa. ((((())))))

Good news Jen, quick healing to him.

Meara, I don’t think earphones would fly, not sure why but I’ve never seen anyone use them at the office here.

Oh, I'm sorry, lisah. Condolences to you both.

I don’t think earphones would fly, not sure why but I’ve never seen anyone use them at the office here.

That is bizarre! People just listen to things without headphones? Torture! I’d say just wear some earbuds and see if anyone says anything. Say you need them to concentrate.

I'm so sorry, lisah. And sorry things are so fraught, shrift.

David, my mother is still getting referrals from people who are dealing with dementia. It's a real service she does, and I think it has helped her, so I hope helping other people helps you.

msbelle, that's a weird office culture. I know that people often can't see my wireless earbuds because of how my hair is, for better or worse.

{{{lisah}}}

Bob’s dad passed this morning. He’d started hospice at home last week and deteriorated pretty rapidly. Fortunately, Bob went out there last Thursday and stayed so he was there. Dad was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer about 2 years ago and did shockingly well with chemo for over a year.

I'm sorry about Bob's dad, but I appreciate you sharing this, lisah. I shared it with Lola (who also has Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer) and she replied, "I'll take two years!"

I'm just trying to get her to focus on getting through the first round of chemo and seeing how her body responds.

Lola and her family are lucky to have you, David. I’m glad to have given her a little hope.

I'm sorry, lisah.

Response to chemo is an individual thing. My neighbor and his partner were told to get his affairs in order because he would not survive, and he was in dire shape for a long time, but he recovered. Lifetime changes with severe diabetes and significant fatigue, but his cancer is gone. Maybe 6 years now? I've known too many others who couldn't tolerate the treatment. There is no way to predict in advance.

So I just found out that my back door neighbor for 20 years died yesterday of cancer. She was Bobby's second mom. Her son officiated Bobby's wedding, and the reception was at her home. It was apparently very sudden, or she kept it very private. A few years ago her elderly mom moved in with them, and she is still alive. I'm broken hearted for her family, and Bobby, as he loved her so much. I sent a message to Bobby, but I doubt I will hear from him. This is a big shock.