Life

I came back to many things happening at home followed by work and more incidents that made me switched back to reality almost immediately.

My grandfather-in-law (this term correct or not?) passed away a day after we arrived. I was just very glad that we were back in time to be with the family at this crucial moment. We both went to work for half a day to apply for "compassionate leave" and was on our way back to Darling's hometown.

Death ends suffering. But it prolongs suffering among family members when some take a long time to let go. It is indeed never easy.

My uncle (whom I am very close to) was diagnosed with a tumor just outside his pancreas. With a lot of blessings and our prayers heard, a specialist who is also a good friend from the temple, did the surgery. It was a really long surgery. 6 hours instead of the said 4 hours. But the doctor came out saying that he took his time to make sure that 0% of tumor cells are left. After some tests, the doctor broke the good news that the tumor is benign (not cancerous). I offered a prayer that night to thank God for saving his life and lessen his pain.

I took 3 days to reply/follow-up with all my emails and work pending for my action. My boss was kind enough to tell me that I "don't have to get right back into action, take time". But I just can't. I'm quite anal at getting everything done before 5pm at the end of the day so I can go home and help my mom-in-law at home.

XOXO,

theRascal