I'll Skip this Chapter.

My dad had labs today. Tomorrow, a full body scan with contrast. Friday, another bone marrow biopsy. Next week, an appointment with the oncologist - with my sister, mom and me there. My stomach hurts.

A friend who recently lost her father to cancer told me "This is another chapter in your story."

I've heard about this chapter. Without a fairygodmother or magic lamp, it usually doesn't have a happy ending. Cancer is the antagonist from hell.