Nothing gives you clarity like seeing how people *don't* show up when something goes wrong.
The uncle who sends multiple 20-min VMs about his life? Radio silent after my last reply, in which I mentioned my job loss.
Ditto with a friend who expressly asked me to tell him how last week's meeting went. Silence since Thurs.
And a fellow who always sends me a long Sunday email couldn't be bothered to put in a word responding to my news.
Sometimes I just serve as a sounding board. 🙃 Call me ELIZA.
@MLClark
I am very sorry. I recently found that my cancer served as a litmus test of who my true friends are. Lots of clarity, some of it rather painful.
Oof. I've heard that this is often the case with cancer: that, and the real moment when partners either shine or reveal themselves as awful in a time of need.
As much as some say it's better to find out who your real friends are, it's never fun. I hope you found some real diamonds in the rough, as well, in the process. 💙