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Peanutz It is a tough call but as I read your message I started to think maybe you could negotiate with your employer to work part time. The time you have together is so precious but I also understand you need to maintain your employment. A difficult balance. Since I have been having treatment I was able to negotiate working less hours and using sick leave to top up my income. That has been a good balance for me. Good luck with your decision Rikki

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Hi Dasha Pear juice is usually great for this problem. Probably worth a try as a preventative, once the back log is moved on! Hope it sorts out Rikki

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Today I had my last chemo session..... 6 months and 15 treatments in Melbourne a round trip of 600kms each time! Amazing. What a mixture of emotions, relief and sadness. I am sure I will feel insecure to be separated from the regular connection with the medical team but at the same time I am excited to be looking at a future where I don't feel like I am staggering through mud every day. I have suddenly had a rush of F**k that was big! I am feeling very grateful for so much and that includes the sharing on this site. You have all helped so much with your sharing. My best wishes to all of you Rikki

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I agree with Sarah about setting some boundaries and being firm about what you will and won't accept. That might be a bit harder for you Peanutz depending how the cancer has affected your partners brain. I live by myself so I am very grateful for my family or friends who can offer me support so it is a very different story. I think it would be good for you to get some respite as it sounds really difficult putting up with those kind of behaviors even when you do love someone. Take it easy on yourself. And keep using this site, Kind thoughts to all of you Rikki

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Hi Struggling Mummy I am sorry to hear your fear and isolation. It is a tough gig. Please dont worry about what you put on here. I think we all except each other having a moan, venting or whatever you need to do. Take it easy on yourself Rikki

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Hi Rubes I understand your response. I know all the facts about pancreatic cancer and how poor the survival rate is but somehow when I hear news stated in relation to me, it is like I have never heard it before. I think to manage each day we need to live with the possibility of a good outcome but somehow not waste too much time either. Just keep going. Kind thoughts for you Rikki

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Hi Rubes I understand your response. I know all the facts about pancreatic cancer and how poor the survival rate is but somehow when I hear news stated in relation to me, it is like I have never heard it before. I think to manage each day we need to live with the possibility of a good outcome but somehow not waste too much time either. Just keep going. Kind thoughts for you Rikki

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Hi Emily All sounds a bit human to me! I think no matter how much we kind of 'know' something there is always a part of us that hopes it is not going to happen. However it sounds like it is a good thing that he has asked for help. I imagine you probably feel sad that he is in such a difficult situation. Take care Rikki

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Thank you so much for sharing your exciting news. Congratulations to you both, enjoy it all. Rikki

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So glad you managed some time with your Dad and I am sure your Mum would appreciate your support. I realize by the date that it would have been the funeral today. I hope that went as you wanted. Take care Rikki

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