Okay, today I want to credit my Dad. For those of you who know him (and even those who do not) he is a wonderful guy. And I must say that while he is certainly not the most existential folder of laundry, he gets the job done—and I mean that whole-heartedly as a compliment.
He is the first one up every morning. He takes care of the dishes, the laundry and making Mom her morning cup of tea. He has been by Mom’s side through the entire process so far and not so much as batted an eyelash about all of the time and energy he is spending to keep up with everything and everyone. He is teaching full-time, coaching by evening, and still keeping up with the house and Mom!
It is through this experience I have realized just how much my parents love one another. My Dad is so selfless: cooking dinners, grocery shopping, cleaning the house, and even carrying my Mom’s purse to and from chemo-treatments! And I must digress, seeing my father— the epitome of masculinity— carrying my Mom’s purple Dolce & Gabbana hand bag, paired with her “gotta-look-twice-to-know-it-is-not-Vera-Bradley” aqua blue, paisley, over the shoulder bag, is a rather comical sight… all the while, Dad is wearing his Arnold Schwartzanger sun glasses and carrying his 25 lbs. collection of keys.
If there is one thing I have learned thus far, love is giving. And my Dad is one of the most giving men I know. While he may not have the innate quality of keeping up a house-hold, he certainly has the compassion, love and patience to do so and he has been absolutely amazing! He is a great support system to have, with his positive attitude and energy! With him by Mom’s side, there is no questioning she will be dynamic through out the chemo-treatments and surely she will kick cancer’s ass!
Perhaps my next blog will be about my Dad’s grocery shopping… just kidding, Dad!
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Great post Danielle. :-) Thinking and praying for your family.
ReplyDeleteas I wipe the tears from my eyes to write this... Danielle, you are just as amazing as your parents!! I love the Chase family! I cant wait to read more!! :) Hug and kiss your mom for me! :)
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Loving this blog D. Chase!! This testament to your Dad has my eyes all misty...why do you do this to me! ;) But honestly, I am glad you are finding ways to stay positive and laugh with your family. Surviving cancer is a family effort, but it makes each of you realize just how important you are to one another and brings your family closer together. I look forward to reading more of your entertaining posts...love you! xoxo Katie E....or B...:)
ReplyDeleteI think you will make everyone that reads this post shed a tear or two, Danielle! Dad is a wonderful man and I am so fortunate to have had him by my side for the past 23 years! I am looking forward to growing old with him. He loves that "gotta -look -twice- to- know- it- is- not- a -Vera -Bradley bag!" My wonderful high school friends bought that for me! It is their way of being with me each step of the way! Dad told me he is proud to carry that bag and no one will dare ask him if it is a man purse, I'm sure!
ReplyDelete....its' not a purse....it's a European shoulder bag!:) Just tell them that Rob and that will keep 'em at bay! LOL!
ReplyDeleteDanielle, as I have said before, you are wise beyond your years! This blog is wonderful and a great way to blow off steam, share your thoughts, your emotions....WHATEVER!!! It's a fun and emotional read for all who dare enter the blog! Our prayers continue for all of you. Love you all!!!
I'm glad I'm not the ONLY one who cried when reading this. That's okay, though, it's good for the soul. Your dad is one special guy, Danielle.
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