There could be a huge market for a book written about how to deal with waiting for potentially unpleasant news, or how to deal with a temporary reduction of mental and/or physical faculties. Strategies, tips, preparation, etc.

Because, you know, you don't have enough on your plate. :)

Mind if my crankypants and I join you?

Crank away!

No, more like, "Hey, you tumors!! Get off my liver!!"

Cranky is OK every now and again. One needs that safety valve. Crank away.

Ah but to really crank you need one of these :-).

hey, I am going to sit in the backyard eat worms (its been one of those days), I will save a spot on the deck for you. Bring your own condiments.