1 year anniversary

Hi, it’s the 1 year anniversary (6th May) of when my husband collapsed and our world as we knew it was gone and this horrible thing took over. My husband doesn’t remember any of what happened just remembers waking up in hospital to be told he has a tumor that is the size of half his brain. But I was there when we were told to say goodbye that he wouldn’t last the night. I was there when he was close to a coma watching him closely. I remember every single minute and I’m dreading the anniversary, I’m grateful for every single day since but doesn’t stop you thinking it can happen any minute and I don’t want to be here on my own bringing up our 2 beautiful children alone. Don’t get me wrong I’ve tried being strong all through his treatment but this has knocked me again and I’m feeling low. My husband has no clue about that his condition is one day going to end his life (he has learning difficulties so doesn’t process information properly) and I wanted him to fight and not give up.

thank you xx

  • Hello honey_lilly,

    You and your husband have been incredibly strong in dealing with this tumour for a year and I can imagine this milestone would make you anxious about what's to come. I think an important thing is to look after yourself and take your mind off the idea of an "anniversary". This could be what is making you fearful even though, in practical terms, it will be just like any other day for you. We have some resources and tips for keeping your mind focused on the positives here.

    I hope this is of some use.

    Moderator Anastasia

  • Thank you for replying. I do try stay positive as much as I can, my husband doesn’t understand much as to the severity of his illness as he has learning difficulties and memory problem so forgets. With the date coming up all the flash backs of seeing him unconscious has come flooding back and it scares me.