I decided not to have the radiation, because I already had the rads 5 years ago. They really kicked my butt. This most recent surgery has made my original partial glossectomy and selective neck dissection look like a walk in the park. I didn't feel I could handle the radiation at this time, too. I did the whole bit in 2009 and the cancer still came back. I made the decision I did because I felt it was best for me. I am pushing 70, and have had a good life, so I am comfortable with this decision. I am enjoying my beautiful grandchildren, and was glad to be able to live to see them born.