As you may know, my eldest daughter was diagnosed with breast cancer a few weeks ago.
Today was the first day in the battle to rid her of this frightening condition and she underwent radical surgery in the Bristol Royal Infirmary this morning.
The initial signs are very promising. The surgery went as planned and Charlotte, although still drowsy from the anaesthetic, is reasonably comfortable and taking the first steps on the road to recovery.
I would like to extend my profound thanks to the medical team and the nurses who are looking after Charlotte. I would also like the send the most heartfelt thanks to the many, many people, from all around the world, who have sent Diamoku, prayers and good wishes for her swift and full recovery.
For my part, I’ve been chanting my socks off and praying for Charlotte, as you might expect. I am looking forward to more proof of practice as she gets well again.
The Search For Enlightenment 
Mar 22, 2011 @ 14:39:58
One day at a time, so cliche, moment by moment and just be strong, happy and supportive of her, in every way possible. I recently lost an aunt to cancer, her last days in the hospital were hard as was she, to get a long with near the end. I was just there to make her smile, some reason, my presesence. always made her smile as I entered a room. I loved making her smile and I feel that warmth of her smiling as I remember aunty Helen fondly. Her anger is not anger, it is confusion and a sense of hoplessness. Your daily presence will make her smile or daily hello, however you communicate without physicallt being there. _ :^)