Still, I Cannot Save You

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In this poignant memoir, Kelly S. Thompson candidly reflects on her relationship with her older sister, Meghan, navigating the trials of addiction, abuse, and illness. Their bond, initially forged in a military family, faces significant challenges as Meghan battles kidney cancer and later succumbs to addiction. Kelly, an anxious child, looked up to Meghan for protection, but as Meghan's struggles intensify, their relationship deteriorates. The sisters, despite their differences, find themselves drifting apart—Meghan becomes entangled in a cycle of addiction and abusive relationships, while Kelly charts her own path by joining the military, moving away, and pursuing her dream of writing. However, their paths begin to converge again when Meghan becomes a mother, prompting both sisters to confront their past and redefine what sisterhood means. Just as they reconnect, tragedy strikes when Meghan is diagnosed with terminal cancer shortly after the birth of her second child. Faced with the impending loss, the sisters rely on their shared sense of humor and deep understanding to cherish their remaining time together. This narrative, both heartbreaking and inspiring, delves into themes of addiction, tragedy, and the enduring love between siblings, offering a powerful testament to resilience and connection.