Highlights: Mom's routine blood work remains in the usual ranges, chemo starts Thursday. My focus on the book brought a breakthrough I needed — some great drama and unrecognized connections came to light. Insights: I found out a few things today that have been challenging to accept and put into context. I need to look at the bigger picture around this, as it necessitated a very difficult step: detachment from something I have no control over. It's heartbreaking to do so yet will be heartbreaking to not.