My bestie was diagnosed in November. Since then the cancer has spread to 3 other organs. She's now palliative care. We're very close and she's being very honest with me, which I'm so glad about. I've tried to remain strong for her. I admire her bravery so much. Now that she's palliative, I can't stop crying. It's like I'm grieving for her before end of life. I keep thinking, "we can do xx together", then realise we can't. It's so hard. Then I feel guilty, cos obviously it's a lot worse for her.
Hi Jacquie456 welcome to the forum though I am so very sorry to read of your friends situation.. You are grieving for her as you want to plan as you always did but then recognise that's not going to happen. It's OK to feel like that and perfectly normal as the bond that you have seems very very strong. The fact that she has you is a godsend I'm sure and you are also someone she can be honest with. Some people go through a whole lifetime and never get to experience such a bond or someone to be totally honest with and no judgement from..I don't know what to say to help make any of this any better except to say I'm glad your friend has you by her side. Thinking of you all Gail x
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