Hi, I'm 45, mum to two lovely girls and married my husband last September after almost 25 years together.
Im absolutely terrified for the future. I have no idea how to navigate everything.
Apart from losing my husband, I'm so worried about finances and have no idea where to start. I should also add that our youngest daughter has additional learning needs and will need lifelong care. I'm beginning to worry about something happening to me and leaving her behind.
I don't want to show anyone how sad and worried I am and cry on my own, trying to put on a brave face for them all.
My husband has had a brain tumor recently removed and his surgeon said she'd expect life expectancy to be 15 months. I honestly dont know where to turn. I don't want to go to my GP because I don't want any medication.
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