The Help I'm Receiving ...

Some background first. I was diagnosed with diffuse large b-cell lymphoma in mid-November. It's a common form of blood cancer. You can read about this here.

I like to think of myself as independent and able to look after myself with little or no help. It’s all fine until you get diagnosed with cancer.

A friend who went through a rough time over the summer told me to accept all the help that people wanted to send my way. I found this hard initially but then I started to understand exactly what she was saying. I’m not out of the woods yet, as I write, and I’ll need more help, most likely. But I’m so grateful for all the help I've received.

People have helped me with:

• Apartments and places to stay, when needed.
• Rides all over Colorful Colorado.
• Texts and messages of love and support.
• Food.
• Energy and prayers.
• Hugs.
• Encouragement.
• And much, much more.

I’m not going to name names here because, when all this is over, I’ll be thanking people personally. You know who you are and thank you. People also help just by providing some normalcy. The wider world sees Aspen and environs as fur coats, jets, and glamor. Look deeper and you’ll find a magnificent community full of people who really care

My sister set up a Go Fund Me and it’s here. Thank you to everyone who has contributed. Please share as you see fit.