We were both thrilled! Our children were good together, and it was obvious how much they cared about each other.
Then everything changed.
Four months ago, my son’s girlfriend was diagnosed with cancer.
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One day, Lily and Aaron were arguing about prom themes, talking about college plans and weekend dates, and the next, she was spending her time in hospitals and treatment rooms. Most days, Lily could be found sitting in a treatment chair with a port in her chest.
It was devastating news for everyone, but especially for my son. I could see how much it hurt him to watch someone he loved go through something he couldn’t fix.
Still, he never pulled away.
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Aaron visited his girlfriend every day he could, brought her favorite snacks, helped her with schoolwork, watched bad movies with her, and spent countless hours by her side until she fell asleep.
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“You’re going again today?” I asked, although I already knew.
