good afternoon Russell,
Although my cancer was/is so different than yours there will be some similarities, I too had 33 rad treatments as well as chemo and surgery. I also live alone and that is the issue here for you, I hope that you only need a minimal of help along the way, and yes some are lucky where they do not have that hard of a time with treatment, however that being said try to put together a grooup of friends and family to take you to and from treatment because it does get difficult, I do not know how far you will have to travel for everyday treatments but it will be everyday. The more people around you, supporting you the better. Russell you will find the coolest group of people here on this web site that will help you in a multitude of ways, answer your questions, help you with your fears etc. but you will need someone around physically to help, You have to conserve your energy to help fight this beast. I am glad that you have found us, you will find no better group to be with than this group as you begin this unfortunate journey, Hang in there my friend just remember there is light at the end of the tunnel and that this treatment does have a ending day, so always remember everyday you are closer to finishing your treatment. Welcome and best of luck my friend.
Lenny