Alex and I have been diagnosed since early March so the outpouring of concern and support is still overwhelming. So I have a list of people who do things I love
Work for giving me whatever time I need.
My own boss who reiterates on a daily basis the need to look after Alex as a priority and don't worry about work - all under control.
People from the managing director to the coffee cart guy who ask after Alex and listen to the answer.
My assistant who just makes decisions for me and tells me what she has done when I finally show up.
My reports who ring or text weekly to say they are fine and nothing to worry about instead of ringing daily with demands and requests.
My colleagues who tell me I look like I need a hug and do.
Our friends in Melbourne who send text messages - not requiring answers -just "thinking of you" type messages.
My parents who immediately recognised a looming financial crisis and dropped money into my account without a word (took me awhile to realise where it came from).
My work mate who leaves notes on my desk to tell me she has left some corned beef/spaghetti/chicken/lasgne in the fridge for me which turns out to be a whole plated dinner that just needs reheating.
My old school friends who invite me to everything knowing full well I can't go but still invite me anyway.
The concern of the oncology ward staff, the community professionals and the doctors is just amazing. How do they do it for everyone, dozens of times a day, week in week out?