A man is falling off a tall building. As he passes the 100th floor , he says “It’s 99 floors to the ground, but, so far so good”. Now, that’s an optimist! And that’s what we are- optimistic. After several meetings on our own we’ve added new members, hopefully more will follow after some expected publicity.

Two of our newest exemplify our expanded membership, now beyond a focus on Cancer. One is currently receiving Chemo treatments, the other attends meetings with her seeing eye dog. Jane Hill, our legally blind poet, recently wrote “Grace”.

Grace

in the fabric of my destruction

god plants the seeds of grace

the beauty of my children

strength found in family love

knowing they will be with me

no matter what it takes

the gentle rhythms of my life

lit by the smile of friends

coffee brewing in the early mist

to greet the morning sun

the joy of watching children

playing in the rain

hearing hymns sung by the wind

dancing day by day

in the fabric of my destruction

god plants the seeds of grace