Thank you for sharing that, it was very importnat for me to hear. Monday was the verge of a panic attack for myself, of to my GP to head it off at the pass, which workded but I need to be more vigilant if I can be, I am committeed to that as that is something I can hopefully have some control over - how I react to my feelings and my fears! I hope the MRI goes well - Thanks Eric ... View more

Hi Wendy, Thank you that really was extremely helpful!! Great idea - group message my close friends. I think that is the best approach, also gives people time to think about their response and remember to say reply to me not to all. I wish you and your husband the very best in his treatment ahead also Wendy and - and on behalf of him, as someone who is being supported by a great partner like yourself, Thank you! Take care Lisa ... View more

How true, I guess every cloud has it's silver lining and things could've been worse if you hadn't been getting a full check up! I have a son and 2 daughters. My son turns 12 on Friday, one daughter is 7 next month and my other daughter is 4. After diagnosis, I came home and Googled "How do you tell children you have cancer?" I then sat them down and explained what Lymphoma was, about good and bad cells and reassured them that it's not their fault and they can't catch it. I then asked if they had any questions, and one asked "Can I have ice cream?" Clearly not a distressing conversation then. I've since had discussions about reduced immunity, likening white blood cells to 'Pac Men' and saying they eat germs, but I have less in my body so I get sick more easily. My son has coped remarkably well despite having depression in the past. We get along well and talk openly. I've told him that he can contact Canteen if he wants to. Miss 6 has been the most anxious, and has unrelated fears (that the dog is going to die, that slugs are going to slither into her bedroom, etc). She has seen a social worker at school and is getting better. Miss 4 has just been extra clingy and affectionate, but she was always a Mummy's girl. My husband has been affected, but does the typical bloke thing and doesn't want to talk to anyone about it. His way of helping is to sit with me during chemo and help with the housework and kids. I completely appreciate this, but sometimes I just want to have him listen and give me a hug.. It's a lot for a young family to deal with, and it's only natural that as mum we care about how our loved ones are coping. ... View more