Hi Tash, my husband was diagnosed with Follicular Lymphoma in 2011. He had long term immunosuppression before then, for eczema, but at that stage his Oncologist was unwilling to draw a direct causal link. My husband had 6 months of chemotherapy (Bendemustine and Retuxamab, he was part of the BRIGHT study), and is now doing really well (He's going to cycle up Mount Baw Baw tomorrow- for fun?!!?!!) Good luck to you and your son- let us know how he goes. This is a great place to come for support, venting and asking questions. love and hugs, Emily ... View more

You rock! I love your attitude. I'm glad you're thinking of this as a holiday- I hope you do get to do some pampering and indulgence that normally goes with holidaying while you're at Rotary House. Keep us updated. love Emily ... View more

Good luck! (It seems so inadequate, but, you know how it is...) Please keep us updated when you can. love and hugs, Emily ... View more

Happy New Year George! I hope 2016 brings you some wonderful suprises, and happy moments every day. Emily ... View more

Hi!!!! Good to hear from you! Sorry I haven't messaged you back for ages- I didn't see your message. My husband is doing spiffingly well- so much so that he 'accidently' rode around Port Philip Bay on Sunday (He was riding to Frankston with some mates, and they decided to take the long way home!) How are you? I hope you've been well. What happened with your treatment? Have a great New Year, I hope 2016 is a stellar year for you. Cheers and champagne bubbles, Emily ... View more

Hi Jodi, I can certainly relate to your anticipatory grief. My husband has been in remission for 41/2 years, and I still catch myself mourning for my life without him every now and then. I got counselling when I got to the stage of my grief negatively impacting my daily life, even when all our circumstances were fine. This was really helpful (I was also diagnosed with a life long anxiety disorder during the process, and gettting on top of that helped a huge amount as well.) I also don't know of any support groups, but a counsellor (particularly one who specialises in grief or cancer issues, if you can find one) would be able to help you work through this as well. We're also all here for you, too! Don't forget to be kind to yourself, too- you really have been through the wringer. Sending hugs and cheers, Emily ... View more

This will be our fifth Christmas since my husband was diagnosed (stage 4 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma), and he is currently healthier than ever. He has been in remission for 4 years, and discovered a passion for cycling a year ago, and is now completely addicted (yes, he even wears the Lycra!). For anyone who is doing it tough this Christmas, hang in there, good things are possible. Lots of love and best wishes this Christmas, Emily ... View more

Hi Jenny, I haven't got much advice for you, but I just wanted to say 'hi', and you're definitely in the right place. The only advice I can give is a cliche' 'one day at a time' (or even 1 hour, if 1 whole day seems a bit daunting.). Don't try to do or deal with everything at once, just look at what is right in front of you, and deal with that. Sending big hugs, Emily ... View more

That's great! I'm sending positive thoughts that she will be home soon. x ... View more

I'm so sorry. Sending you big hugs. Keep talking here. xxx ... View more