My 64-year-old dad used to smoke for 40 long years, but he managed to quit about six years ago. Unfortunately, at the end of January, he was diagnosed with lung cancer. After going through foreign biopsies, PET scans, and various other tests, he received the news last week that he has stage four terminal cancer. It all started in his left lung and has spread to his knees, lymph nodes, and even his other lung. Yesterday, he underwent kidney tests to determine if he is strong enough for chemotherapy and how much he can tolerate. It breaks my heart to see him in such a fragile state. He has lost three stone and is now incredibly frail, experiencing a lot of pain. The doctors have provided him with liquid morphine and referred him to the palliative care team to help manage his symptoms. He recently shared with us that once the results from the kidney tests come back, he will have to make the personal decision of whether or not to pursue chemotherapy. He is aware of the potential side effects and the short extension of time it may offer, but the doctors cannot provide him with a specific timeframe. To be honest, I had hoped that treatment or surgery would begin immediately after his diagnosis. However, it has taken a full two months to reach this point of prognosis, and it has left us absolutely devastated. I have been doing a lot of research on my own, but if there is anyone out there who has gone through a similar experience, I would greatly appreciate hearing your story. It would be helpful to know what to expect, both the positive and negative aspects. Your insights and advice would mean the world to us during this difficult time.