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Hello JS1000 - I just wanted to reply to say 'I hear ya' - I too am scared of my mum's future, my parents are two peas in a pod and have rarely relied on friendships beyond their own bond, outside of this they only have me. I guess I am not helping by just clarifying a similar situation, but hoping to find safety in numbers by being able to express anxiety and hopefully also provide comfort too. It sometimes feels like the world is still revolving around everyone else but appears to have stood still for us and no one noticed.  So hello, I noticed, and I am here if you want to scream, shout or cry (albeit in a virtual world). 

Best Wishes 

Sending love your way JS1000 and loving the wise words Pineapple16. Things are looking bad for my husband who has advanced bile duct cancer. Despite being on chemo his cancer has spread further.  I feel like he’s fading away and yet everything else stays the same. Night time when he and our daughter are asleep is my time to let the sadness out. I stand in solidarity with you both, feel your pain but also know tomorrow is another day and our weakness today can be hope and courage tomorrow x

Hello JS1000 - so sorry to hear about your dad reading through your post i could be reading about my family and nyself. It reminded me so much of myself & how im feeling. I get you, ive always been a positive person & found the best in any situation & now im struggling.

Be kind to yourself & allow yourself to go through these emotions. Some days are bad & some I can cope. My family are also very close & we've learnt to talk openly & most importantly we've kept humour & fun as part of our daily lives. It's been a complete rollercoaster of emotions over the last year & I worry about everyone. 

Always here to listen if you need a shoulder.

Take care xxx