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> Sandy.... I've alluded to my mother's health
> problems here before, but I never said
> exactly what they were.... My Mom has a
> tumor in her liver (as well as some other
> complications).... That's why I'm trying to
> be near her to support her as much as I
> can....

When you're ill you definitely need support...
Your Mom is extremely lucky to have her children
there for her. One of the positive things about
sickness is it makes all appreciate "life" while
we have it....
I like Gordon's time line which just puts it
right out there ....we go from birth to death...
and where are you on the time line and what
experiences do YOU want to have...enjoy these
moments with your mother and it's the little
things which perk up a person when they're down.

Try to make her smile...she's in my prayers.