Dear Karyn

Welcome to the board. I am sorry you have to face such a difficult disease at such a young age and with a young family.

Like you, I found the OCF site helpful and informative, especially during the early days when I was making treatment decisions etc.

As far as coping with cancer is concerned, I found that acceptance was the key for me. I focussed on positive treatment rather than anger and denial. Laughter helped, as did being open with people - their support was wonderful. Cancer taught me it was OK to accept help - I was too independent previously.

Others here will have travelled on the journey you are beginning and will offer advice. We are all here for you and I send best wishes for successful treatment.

Love and light from Helen