Hi
Another sleepness night, tossing and turning feeling scared to close my eyes... why?
A month ago my dearest dad was diagnosed with stomach cancer, absolutely no signs apart from just having trouble to swallow. Next Thursday he is seeing someone about chemo, the consultant is then talking about operations.
I've been so strict and not searched the Internet but tonight I'm finding it all extra hard....why?
Because my dad has lost his appetite, its so painful to watch him. He is a good man, very fit and healthy in his 80s and still works. He lives life to the maximum with a loving family around him. His grandchildren are his life. Today he just sat there, looking like a very old man, I couldn't even get him to smile today.. yes I know everyone has their off days but never my dad. I feel like im glueing the whole family together, being there for my mum and sister. I have to focus on keeping the house running, while making sure everyone is OK. I will deal with my emotions another day.
I've learnt over these couple weeks Cancer does not just affect the person but also those around them. It's devastating and heart breaking.
I just wanted to find out how does it get easier? Does it? What does the future hold?
Thank you