I have written about fellow journalist Alicia Parlette on my blog before. I have never met her, but like many people learned about her zest for life as well as her struggle with cancer through her wonderful series at the San Francisco Chronicle. In her articles, she talked about her treatment, her hopes, her ups and downs, and her amazing network of friends and family. She has the special gift, that all writers strive for, of being able to connect with her readers. Her readers would feel as if they were in the doctors' offices with her, or at home with her when she was visiting her family, or in the back seat of the car when she was on an adventure with her friends. After reading a few of the installments, I was hooked.
She has been struggling with sarcoma, a rare form of cancer that does not have a cure or even very good treatments at this point. Despite her situation, she has been able to live a fairly normal life. Very recently, however, has had a setback and is in ICU. While she gets disability payments, we all know that medical expenses can get out of hand. If you feel so moved, check out a new blog about Alicia, where you can also make a donation.
http://www.msparlette.com/
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