Hi holysmoke, Cancer really is overwhelming and scary.....don't ever apologise for having ur own feelings, experiences and thoughts. Lung cancer is a scary diagnosis and the survival rates r low. I've learnt tho they don't know everything and sometimes miracles just happen. 14mths since my stage 4 lung cancer diagnosis and I'm still here kicking on - and if I have my way for many years to come. My saving grace I think has been the power of positive thinking.... It doesnt make it better but sure makes it easier to manage. Life is what we make of it.... We can live, laugh and love..... Or we can fear, cry and worry. Don't get me wrong, this is hard stuff and may seem some days like it will break us. Have faith and come what may. Keep us posted and we r here for u if need to vent, rant and sometimes just plan yell "this isn't fair". Take care , Rubes ... View more