That is so true. Being ill for any length of time and seeing the reaction of those you know is an “eye opener”.
I am a cancer survivor and I learned a wealth of information about “friends” and family during my two year battle.
Those you feel should be there for you during your illness and treatment sometimes are not. (”What did you do to cause this?”) Other folks that you hardly know, are calling every day to see how your chemotherapy is going and do you need any help.
When I would get upset sometimes about various family or friends’ lack of caring as I related my experience via Facebook, my wise daughter would say to me “Mom, remember Facebook is like High School sometimes!”. She is right.
But when you do have someone supportive, family or friend who communicates with you through Facebook or other ways, who sticks with you and is not fazed by whatever specific health problems you are encountering - THEY are someone to value.
God bless you and a very big thank you for your post! Your daughter is indeed a wise woman.
Life is full of surprises. It truly is amazing who steps up to support you during the most challenging times. Love your words, kind and true.