Dear Abby: Illness, Mom's Passing and Time Have Increased Isolation
<p><b>DEAR ABBY:</b> I have a chronic illness and have been on a long-term leave of absence from my job for two years now. I have always surrounded myself with good people and have been blessed with great friends and family.
Reported by 2 outlets — Chicago Sun-Times, New York Post. See all sources ↓
<p><b>DEAR ABBY:</b> I have a chronic illness and have been on a long-term leave of absence from my job for two years now. I have always surrounded myself with good people and have been blessed with great friends and family. When I was diagnosed, everyone was supportive. There were many platitudes, not the least of which was the ole standby, "Let me know if you need anything." I have never asked anyone for anything, soldiering on and refusing to be a burden.</p><p>My mom recently passed, and I'm struggling.
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Why it matters
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- What's the story?
- <p><b>DEAR ABBY:</b> I have a chronic illness and have been on a long-term leave of absence from my job for two years now. I have always surrounded myself with good people and have been blessed with great friends and family.
- How widely is it covered?
- 2 outlets, average source rating 5.5/10.
- When was it last updated?
- just now ago.
How outlets are framing the same story
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Dear Abby: Everyone offered help when I got sick, but no one showed up when I needed them
Sources2TypeCoverageChicago Sun-Times
New York Post