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You can't prepare for loss.

by in Coping with a loved one's cancer
January 2009
January 2009
Hi Doreen I am sorry to hear about your Mum.  My husband also looks well and you wouldn't know he was ill.   I can relate to how you are feeling - it tears you apart to see a loved one suffering and being so brave.  Take heart my hubby was told he had twelve months and he has gone 8 months past that - we treasure every moment. Carol ... View more

You can't prepare for loss.

by in Coping with a loved one's cancer
January 2009
January 2009
My husband of 42 yrs has been battling cancer for 4 yrs - after Radiation Treatment, Chemo and 3 Operations - we were told that he had approx 12 months left (that was 18 months ago).  My husband is so strong, caring and loving and accepts each day as it comes.  Even with everything he is going through his main concern is that i'm alright.  For his sake I put on a brave face as much as possible but it breaks my heart to see him suffer. ... View more
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