An SEOs Love Story – This Is Not About SEO
January 25, 2010
I help people get there websites properly indexed by Google for their targeted keyword phrases. The idea is to their their websites high up in the search engine results, and more specifically in the Google search results. I really enjoy what I do as it can have an enormously positive impact on my clients business. I believe in a triple win philosophy where the searcher is happy because they found may clients site and they had their want fulfilled. The client is happy because their website is finally producing income and I am happy because they are happy. I really love what I do. I don’t sell useless products or services like many SEO do just to make a buck. My work is truly a labor of love.
But it is a woman named Geri that I meet eight years ago and who I grew to love that has my attention, now. She is dying. She doesn’t like me saying that because she doesn’t want to loose hope. I however must deal with the cards that I have been dealt. Her liver is shot and when your liver isn’t working lots of other body parts begin to fail as well.
She ended up being hospitalized on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. I took her there again on New Years Day. Every time the visits are getting closer together. On the way to the hospital she jokingly asked what’s the next holiday. Then she wryly asked isn’t there a presidents birthday coming up. Faced with adversity she went for levity.
We don’t have insurance so the emergency room is our entry point for health care. Every time we leave they give us treatment plans that are never fulfilled because we can not pay for them. We have tried to get government assistance but we are still waiting.
Yesterday, they could barely draw blood because she never got the transfusions that she needs ans has lost a lot of blood. The liver helps the blood clotting process and without that she bleeds easily. I feel so guilty that this business could not been able to support her medical needs. I am a very emotional person and writing about our struggles is my release valve.
But out of all of this there was a success story. We made it to the library on New Years Eve. It was our first trip outside the home together since she was put on oxygen 24/7. It may not sound like much but for us it was like a holiday. Later we sat in bed together and talked, not only that, we laughed and smiled. I allowed my silly side to come out and her smile seemed to be the happiest smile that I had ever seen. She actually looked cute from behind her oxygen cannula. It was as if it wasn’t there. I will always cherish that moment, her smile, and that radiant glow. Then she began the downward spiral again.
She would not let me stay this time in the emergency room. She said she could not tolerate seeing me sad sad and uncomfortable and that it was too hard on her. She’s dying and she worrying about me. That is what I would call An SEO love story. As it was I could not sleep. I just put on another pot of coffee and I wait and when I can not wait any more I will call the hospital to find out what room she is in… or if…
An update 01/25/2010: Well, Geri has managed to stay out of the hospital for about 18 days until recently. She has returned again for the fourth time in less than three months. This time she has acquired pneumonia even though she has had a recent vaccine shot. Apparently, it does cover all the various varieties. This is scary stuff. Ever time that she has returned to the hospital a few pints of blood got her feeling better almost withing 24 hours, but not now the rules are different this time around.
I am scared and trying very hard not to show it. She asked me today “Do I looked any better today? The nurses said that I look better.” OMG, I wanted to cry. My response was “You look marvelous, darling.” All the while I was praying that she was to tired to read the pain in my face. I quickly changed the subject.
Again, I want to thank all of who have visited and left us with your kind words and thoughts. I especially wnat to thank a blogger named Mitch who was returned to follow this story and has left very warm and kind messages.
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Hi Buddy!!!
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Admin: This idiot never bothered reading the post. It is not a love of SEO that I wrote about stupid!!!
I’m so sorry you both must go through this and so happy your New Year’s Eve was memorable. You seem to have a wise and composed approach to the situation, but I know that doesn’t make it hurt any less. Sending aloha…
Debbie,
It is very interesting how all this can change a person. I have often asked myself what is the purpose of my life at this point. I have happily concluded that I am here to provide love, care, and support for Geri for however long she will be with me.
Things are much better that she has Medicaid. Tomorrow, she will be getting the use of a hospital bed. This will add lots of comfort to her life. As it is now. getting in and out of bed is a real struggle for her.
Hello.. I do not know you personally but I can feel the pain that you are feeling. It’s not that I also have a similar experience like you have but I can sense the love that you have for each other. In times of trouble or pain or laughter, it is really important to stay beside the person you love. I admire your courage even if it means facing such a painful situation. Pray for her.
This is really touching especially your last line “I wait and when I can not wait any more I will call the hospital to find out what room she is in… or if…”
This post made me cry and my apologies for being so emotional. It is so heartbreaking to know that someone you love is dying, feeling of something in you is dying as well. You can just interact even by being present alone…make your presence felt. Sometimes the most thoughtful way to connect to a dying person is by not saying or doing anything. Just assurance that you’re there and you will always be there.
Sheila, thanks for the sweet comment, but I only will provide one link a day. You have been leaving multiple comments lately.
It is so heartbreaking to know that someone you love is dying, feeling of something in you is dying as well. I really liked your site, it’s well structured and well researched, thanks for sharing, keep up the good work.
I am really sorry for Geri and you. Do not lose hope, because it comes when you totally lose it. I know how it feels to see someone you love dying in front of you, but this is life and it is good with all the things it presents us.
I hope that your luck turns and that you and your partner can look back very soon and say “those were the worst of times, I’m glad they are over”
Good Luck
I am praying for both of you. If I had the money I would give it to you and all the others in this country without healthare coverage, This is criminal and none of us deserve to be turned away if we’re sick. You stay strong for Geri and stay faithful. God works miracles everyday. I know its hard …continue to charish the special moments that you have..
Thank you very much for your kindness.
I wrote something not that long ago that may help. At least I hope it does. Now it is not on the same topic per say but to be honest it can be for just about any. My little post can be found here. Hope it helps.