The big C word returned to the Godwin household just a few weeks ago when we learned Billy’s cancer has come back. This time in his throat — on a tonsil.

Strange how that word affects you. It brings a fear you can’t identify or pinpoint. It brings uncertainty for every part of your life. As the partner who’s watching this happen to the love of her life, it’s tough to find ways to relieve his worry, and mine. So, we take care of business — together, and we turn it over to God.

It started with a swollen gland that wouldn’t go back to normal size after a bout with pneumonia. A specialist was consulted who took a sample for biopsy and the results told us his cancer had come back. One of the worst experiences is the time between the diagnosis and the appointment at the cancer center when we heard the details his cancer and options of what we can do.

We’ve been here before. So, we know it can be beat. On the other hand, we’ve been here before so we know the suffering that comes with beating it. But Billy Wayne is strong willed and will find a way to handle the pain, the sickness, the depression and the other things that come along with treatments to kill the cancer.

I’ll be writing about Billy’s journey to health in the coming weeks and months. We covet your prayers and well wishes.