Hope abides

Saw Mr. Tan for the first time since he as diagnosed with acute leukemia AML-5 about 3 months ago in August. He has undergone 4 courses of chemo, lost 12 kg and most of his hair. Apple Teoh cooked him a dish of eel, supposed to be good for his health. His appetite seems to be quite good, he finished the eels and the organic rice and soup that Apple brought. His chemo has been stopped for the time being but he has to undergo blood transfusion about twice a week.

He has all the time been an active and organized person. Today, on his order, many workers were in his house cutting down all the big trees in his garden and he was giving the instructions, even though he needs to rest. Except for his physical appearance he has not changed. We really hope this nice man will overcome the disease and live the life that he deserves.

Hope abides; therefore I abide.

Countless frustrations have not cowed me.

I am still alive, vibrant with life.

The black cloud will disappear

The morning sun will appear once again

In all its supernal glory. - Sri Chinmoy