I’m a 43 year old divorced single mum of 4, youngest is 12. I have no parents alive, grandparents or family I’m completely alone. I’ve been diagnosed with skin cancer, had a wide excision and amWaiting to go back tomorrow to Discuss stages and treatment. 
I am petrified that my time will be up (I know that sounds dramatical and an over reaction) I buried my mum on my 21st birthday as she died of cancer in her mid 40’s, my Nan and great Nan have also died from different cancers again very early on in life. How do people stay positive? I’ve been trying to up until now but I don’t think I’m ready for tomorrow how do you even begin to think about telling a 12 year old who has no other parent? 
cancer is just a horrible illness and I’m so sorry for what everyone else on here is going through too. Sending love and hugs to you all xx