We're Baaaaack!!!!

Faithful readers (if I have any left) probably believe that Dorcas and I perished in eastern Indiana in September. Well, it ain't so. We did eventually arrive safely at home, but, for reasons I can't explain, I developed severe writer's block and failed to update our blog journal during the following months. Since that time we have made a number of canoe, biking and hiking trips. I would like to say that I will go back and write a report for each of those adventures, but, in reality, well... don't hold your breath; it's a long shot. We will be leaving for our annual Florida pilgrimage very soon, and I do promise to revive this journal and document that trip. Honest.... I promise!

Farewell to a Great Lady

In Dec 2006 Mom was diagnosed with double lung cancer. During 2007 she underwent a series of chemotherapy treatments and radiation therapy. The treatments were very hard on her, but the tumors seemed to go dormant. In May 2008 she moved back to Morganton, her home town, after an absence of almost 36 years. During the short time she was back in Morganton she renewed many relationships with her friends and relatives, and made many new friendships. She was happy to be home... and apparently cancer-free.

Shortly before Thanksgiving this year it was learned that Mom's lung cancer had metastasized into multiple brain tumors. The prognosis was not good. The tumors were inoperable, and steroid and radiation therapy proved to be ineffective. She declined quickly and passed a few days before Christmas.

Mom was a very intelligent, funny and talented lady. She raised two sons as a single mom while earning two master's degrees and most of a PhD at night and on weekends. She was a dedicated teacher of handicapped children. She was an accomplished artist. We miss her deeply.

Sarah Wilson Campany

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