Hi Gail. Of course it's ok. Please do post your thoughts when you're ready. They are definitely being heard here. All the best, Mike ... View more

Hi  im 17 i lost my mother in Feb due to cancer so i know the feeling...  im just about to lose my nan whom ive lived with 4 2 years... i looked after my mum i learnt how to feed her and give her her medication yet for her to get ripped away ... she left behind 5 kids from 8-25 i have an 8 year old brother who i am putting through couciling because he tells me he wants to die and hates his life and why does everyone have mum but him i just dont know how to answer that question ?? anyone have any advice on what to do? ... View more

Hello Mark I  empathise with you regarding the uncertainty you face.  I can only share how I have coped Mark and hope that it brings you some comfort and hope. After a cancer diagnosis of any kind, we must accept that our lives are never going to be the old "normal" again.  We begin a new chapter in our life and create a new normal.   We must trust and believe in our medical team.  Having check ups in 6 months would indicate to me that the team are happy enough to see you again in 6 months, otherwise it would be sooner. Try not to let this disease define who you are Mark.  Go out there and live your life.  Set small achieveable goals, focus on staying well, dare to dream.  Martin Luther King Jnr. said "I have a dream" - we can share a dream too Mark, to beat this monster. Stay strong - Go Forward. Lyn ... View more