It is difficult to experience something such as this. Unfortunately, I had the experience of losing 3 of my co-workers, and all 3 to brain tumors. One gal was in her 40's and the other 2 in their mid 50's. I was quite close to one of them - we used to socialize after work, etc. quite frequently. She was diagnosed in May and passed away in August 2005, so it was very quick for her. Unfortunately, the other 2 lingered on much longer. It really hit me like a ton of bricks..........there but for the grace of God, go I.
To all that have experienced this, you have my understanding.