Anytime, sweetie, feel free to message me any time you want. Hope today is a good day. x ... View more

Well you've come to the right place. One of the really good things is it's available 24 hours a day, so you can post anytime and anywhere. I hope you're having a good day. x ... View more

To take up Nello's suggestion about support organisations, there is also the Warwick Cancer Foundation, which supports people aged 25-40 experiencing cancer. There is support out there if you want it! ... View more

Hi Jenny, you absolutely have the right to feel this way, and much more besides. Good on you for sticking by your man. My husband was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2011, and had 6 months of chemotherapy. The one thing he said most often to me after the dust had settled was "Thanks for being there for me". Regardless of how calm, stressed or even soggy with tears you are, your support will help, so don't feel bad about feeling bad. I'm glad you found this forum, too. It's a great place to vent and get encouragement, as we all try to help each other through everything that cancer throws at us. Sending big hugs, Emily ... View more

What a kick in the guts! I'm glad you're on this forum, remember we're all here for you. Sending big hugs, Emily ... View more

What a kick in the guts! I'm glad you're on this forum, remember we're all here for you. Sending big hugs, Emily ... View more

What a kick in the guts! I'm glad you're on this forum, remember we're all here for you. Sending big hugs, Emily ... View more

'Staying strong' is such a tricky concept. I think the definition of it needs to be adapted to the time scale involved. By the sound of it,given what you've been dealing with for several years, you are strong. I think, given your time frame, what you're experiencing is not a sign of not being strong, just a sign that you need to look after yourself a bit (I know that can sound like an impossible task at times.) Your body won't be cheated- if you need to rest your body will force you to rest, even if it has to collapse to make it happen. It's best to listen to your body before it gets to that stage. Do you have any constructive stress outlets you can use (ie. boxercise, not alcohol)? Or any things you find really relaxing? See if you can work them into your life regularly. Even if it's just 10 minutes every few days, it might make all the difference. Be kind to yourself. love and hugs, Emily ... View more

Hi Ariel, I'm glad you found this forum, it's a great place for venting/encouraging and giving and receiving support. My husband was diagnosed with cancer 4 years ago, when he was 39 and I was 35. I can still remember the days of diagnosis and treatment, so I understand where you are coming from. I found that forums like this definitely do help, as you realise there are people not too far away that have been where you are. You will get there sweetie, and your strength will arrive just when you need it. Sending lots of encouraging hugs, Emily ... View more

Thanks for sharing this Margni, I loved reading it. Keep fighting the good fight- we're all here with you. x ... View more