Hi Dotty, I'm so glad you feel better about yourself- I don't know you at all but I absolutely know you did your best for your husband.  I think guilt and that horrible sense of helplessness are an unfortunate part of caring for someone with cancer, but they don't indicate that we have failed, but that we are finite.  Take care of yourself my friend, love and hugs, Emily ... View more

Dear Dotty, I am so sorry that he has passed away but glad you were there for each other for comfort. He wanted to be there for you as mch as you were for him. Let me extend my sympathy to all in your family Love Glenys Lots of hugs and kisses to all. ... View more

Even your riding a motor bike is impressive to me . ... View more

Dear Dotty, gentle hugs to you too. I cannot begin to imagine what you must be going through and hope and wish that you can find the strength to keep going. My thoughts are with you. Maya ... View more

Thanks Tina,I needed to hear that. Dotty ... View more

So sorry for the bad news I can only imagine how much that news hurt.You and Rex are in my thoughts and prayers,and you truly are a victor not a victim.Good on you Dotty will be here to listen or support as much as I can. Bless you both. Huge hugs and wishes X ... View more

Something that cancer has taught me is that to never judge anyone from their appearance as you never know their story. Why is someone seemingly so fit walking so slowly? How could they let themselves become so overweight? (steroids are wonderful things!) I have learnt to be more observant of people but also to be far less judgemental. Such a shame that others can't be as well or at least keep it to themselves. S ... View more

Thanks PA,I know they will help me set up home to make it easier for my husband and me. As I said having the hospice so far away,home is the best alternative. I wish with all my heart Rex had 2 years left but his specialists have told us to be prepared sooner than later. May your husband have continued support,they sound wonderful. Gently gently, Dotty ... View more

I can understand how you are feeling, both my dad and I have been going through cancer. ... View more

Dotty and Rex, I'm sending heartfelt special thoughts today to you. The writers to your blog have offered thoughts, methods and ways to attempt to cope. All I would offer is stay connected here. Write your thoughts and fears here. Share. Often. It's not a complete answer, but often putting your thoughts down is a relief that can bring clarity and comfort. I wish you peace, love and happiness. George. ... View more