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08/29/25

You may have read that my husband has been undergoing cancer treatment for the 5th time since 2013. We don't dwell on it, and we are lucky that he has never been ill with it, he has had the treatment and we just get on with life.

Whilst my husband has received brilliant treatment in the UK and I have accompanied him at the hospital during his radiotherapy sessions, but all too often it can be overlooked that the spouse/partner needs support too! So if you know someone in this situation take time to ask how they are!

This is similar but not the same as the brooch I was sent by a 'souper' friend!

what a souper gift



 a surprise present
has landed on my door mat
blue dragonfly brooch

cheer upfriendshipsenryu

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Line Gauthier

September 20, 2025 at 9:02 AM

A beautiful post, Jan in so many ways ~ Hugs xx

Charles Messina

September 14, 2025 at 3:31 AM

How nice, a lovely gift and a blessing. Always praying for the both of you...love & hugs- Charlie xo

Andrea Dietrich

September 3, 2025 at 1:46 PM

Great advice, Jan. Love your pretty gift you got.

Duke Beaufort

September 3, 2025 at 7:56 AM

Jan, it is a privilege to know you and you are a wonderful spouse. You point out something wonderful...that we should have empathy for all care givers and those who sacrifice part of their time and thinking in the help of others. Many of us hold you in high regard for the kind of person you are. Smiles!!

Deb M

September 2, 2025 at 6:31 AM

You so deserve it Jan and what a lovely friend you have to do that…so thoughtful! Debx

Victor Buhagiar

September 1, 2025 at 1:54 AM

Dear Jan, you know we relate to our misfortunes. Love attractive poem and ornament.

Tania Kitchin

August 31, 2025 at 6:45 AM

Jan, a lovely poem and a very nice and thoughtful gift from a friend. Thinking of you during this challenging time. -hugs

Mystic Rose Rose

August 30, 2025 at 10:19 PM

Oh Jan, I'm so sorry to hear this, I had no idea. I'm going to pray for you and hubby, may God watch over him and you, and may his therapy be a great sucess, love and prayers :)

Kim Rodrigues

August 30, 2025 at 8:17 PM

Very nice! A Souper gift!

Beryl Edmonds

August 29, 2025 at 1:56 PM

What a wonderful thing to do, it helps when someone cares about what you’re going through. Best wishes to you and your husband… Beryl

Ilene Bauer

August 29, 2025 at 1:55 PM

what a lovely gift for you, jan! i admire the upbeat attitude you always present, even during the times of treatment, and i hope that both you and your husband have the best outcome possible. my thoughts are with you...

Darlene De Beaulieu

August 29, 2025 at 11:21 AM

Hello Jan, so nice to see you. My heart goes out to you. of course you need support. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am hoeing this will be the last treatment he will nedd in order to get better. Thjat was a very caring fiend to send you a gift. take care. let me know what happens. A big HUG for you. Darlene/

Anne-Lise Andresen

August 29, 2025 at 9:48 AM

- A wonderful and caring friend, Jan :) - hugs

Jan Allison

August 29, 2025 at 9:59 AM

Thanks Anne-Lise, I am truly blessed by the support of many friends and my son . this little surprise gift means the world to me and really was a lovely lift to my spirits! hugs jan xx

08/29/25

You may have read that my husband has been undergoing cancer treatment for the 5th time since 2013. We don't dwell on it, and we are lucky that he has never been ill with it, he has had the treatment and we just get on with life.

Whilst my husband has received brilliant treatment in the UK and I have accompanied him at the hospital during his radiotherapy sessions, but all too often it can be overlooked that the spouse/partner needs support too! So if you know someone in this situation take time to ask how they are!

This is similar but not the same as the brooch I was sent by a 'souper' friend!

what a souper gift

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