Just before Christmas I attended an appointment with my mum and we were shocked to find out they believe she has cancer on her vocal cords. This was obviously a massive blow and it really affected her badly. We muddled through Christmas and new year, but still in shock and disbelief. 

I have felt comfortable and strong to support my mum and try and help her understand her situation. She agreed to an emergency procedure the day of diagnosis and has been waiting for her appointment. She has been up and down and in denial at times but we now finally have a date for her procedure. 

On the same date my mum got her awful news my brother was rushed into hospital after collapsing. He had his gallbladder removed. Recoverd well. I have since found out that they discovered a cancerous lump on his CT in his lung and they took a biopsy at the time of his operation. My brother didn't tell a soul because of our mum and not wanting to worry her or anyone else. He has since told me. We are waiting on his results, they could be any day now. 

I am completely shocked and deverstated but I am determined to be strong for both of them. They are my world and the only immediate family I have other then my husbandand children. I just want to cry my heart out. I know we don't know their prognosis yet but this is what is so hard. The not knowing. I am trying to think positively and I am encouraging them to do the same. I just don't know what else to say or do to support them in the best way that I can. Any advice is welcomed. 

Thanks for taking the time to read.