Hi Cyndie
Welcome to OCF. You have found a wonderful place to come for support. My sister does not have the same cancer as you but was diagnosed with tongue cancer. She went in for surgery with removal 3/4 of her tongue and reconstructed with a flap from her forearm. On her pathology report her margins were clear except one was very close so her dr's recommended radiation too. She is getting her tongue and neck done also. Her nodes were clear too. Yes radiation does stink but in the long run I think u will have peace that you have done all you can.