Hi Christine, I know we as outsiders cannot offer you any help at this stage. A statement which has always been in my mind ever since my diagnosis is that life is not measured by its length, but by its breadth and depth. I don't know how long I can live, just as how Mark feels even when we have survived a couple of years. I look back at what I did in the past and what I have now.I learn to count my blessings and feel grateful. This gives me much comfort when I am aware that I have a very caring husband, two lovable sons, have students who are now doctors, lawyers, professors..Many cancer patients have to fight their battle alone with a very difficult financial situation. It is indeed a great blessing to your husband having such a supportive and caring wife. No one knows when his life comes to an end and I am sure you are on the right track preparing what may come next.

Karen stage 4 tonsil cancer diagnosed in 9/01.