Dad diagnosed as terminally ill

My dad was diagnosed as terminally ill only just last week. I’m still processing things and haven’t lost anyone close to me before. I have waves of overwhelming sadness where I breakdown but then periods of normality. I’m trying to enjoy the time I have left with him and he’s been an absolute rock, being cheerful and enjoying every day. I have 3 brothers and a mother who are all going through this with me. Aunties and uncles who are also there and enjoying the time we have together. But it’s still so hard. This is the first forum I’ve been on and wanted to drop a message as this has been the most difficult time of my life. 

  • Hi Mjones04,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I'm so sorry to hear of your situation. I can of course understand that this must be incredibly difficult and a lot to deal with.

    It's good to hear that you have others around you for support. Sometimes it's also helpful to speak to others who maybe aren't so close to you but who understand. That's where this forum can perhaps be of some extra support to you.

    Hopefully you'll get some more replies to your post soon. You can also search the forum, using the bar at the top of the page, for other relevant discussions and people to connect with, if you'd like to.

    Take care of yourself, and take things slowly. Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator