When my hubby was diagnosed and whilst he has been going through surgery etc I have been totally amazed and upset by so called loved ones reactions.. I have really been sadddened by the way people have treated us or simply just ignored us. People who used to be really close have either abused me or just shown no care at all... It really does upset me... Family memebers who havent even asked how our kids are now that their dad has cancer, close family members who have told me "I just want to see him and make sure he is alive so I can enjoy my holiday" and then not even botering to reply to my messages when I have updated them on his recovery... We are beginning to isolate ourselves so we dont have to deal with it... Do other people find this has happened to them?? I know the world keeps spinning but really, do they need to be shoved off the planet to realise the world does not revole around them??? ... View more

Hi We have just joined this forum in the hope of being able to speak to people who really understand what we are going through? I would like to thank everyone for sharing their stories and fears with us all... Makes us feel less alone. ... View more