Thanks for all of the good words and support. I guess I may have exaggerated a bit about taking the pain. I can take it, but I guess I would rather not be in this position where it is a part of life. But, you know, life goes on thanks to a loving family and folks like all of you.
This morning I went into the oncology department for the final set up with the first treatment happening tomorrow morning. Laying on the table looking through my mask - it is beginning to really hit home.