Hi Colin, That's so fantastic that you not only have such a loving support network around you, but that they're adhering to your wishes to remain positive and strong. I haven't figured out my strategy yet, as we haven't told anyone outside aside from our parents and my sister. I'm also in awe that you haven't shed a tear - obviously everyone manages this kind of news differently in a way that works for them... I've definitely been the opposite end of the spectrum, and feeling close to tears a lot. I think once my treatment starts in a few days I'll feel a bit more positive - like I'm actually 'doing' something about it. I'm so pleased to hear your first session went well and you didn't experience too much in the way of side effects at the time. That's interesting about the 'no cold food/drinks' after chemo - I'm not sure if I've read about that or not in all my research over the last week... it all turns into a blur after a bit. Love your positive attitude about getting a marker pen and drawing on eyebrows etc! You could certainly have some good fun with that! I've heard that advice from quite a few people actually. And as a person who always aims to please others and put them first, this is going to be an interesting period of transition for me. I'm very conscious of not over-doing it though... I'm naturally a bit of a homebody and I recharge by being quiet/alone, so I'm going to have to toe that line a bit differently from now on. Thank you so much once again for your kindness. Same to you and your wife and family - please take care, and all the very best with your treatment! ... View more