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Husband likely to be widowed by spring in wife's dating-style tribute
Summary
A woman diagnosed with ovarian cancer in November 2021 writes about her husband Al's devoted care during their 38-year marriage and says he may be widowed by spring.
Content
She writes a personal First Person essay about her husband Al and their life together. They married in 1987 and have been together 38 years. In November 2021 she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and she describes Al's long-standing care through treatment. The essay also recalls their cottage life, their son Patrick, and their dog Chimo.
Known details:
- The writer was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in November 2021.
- She and her husband Al have been married for 38 years and built a life around a cottage on the Rideau Canal.
- Al has been the primary caregiver during her illness and is described as devoted and quietly expressive of care.
- The couple share a son named Patrick and a Shiba Inu called Chimo.
Summary:
The writer says Al may be widowed by spring and reflects on both jealousy and compassion about his future. Undetermined at this time.
