Hi Tina! OK, first things first! Take a big breath & exhale. Now again! Your concern for your mom is justified, but she sounds like one hell of a lady! I am not one to sugar coat things & I don't want to scare you either. The road ahead is not a bed of roses, but is doable. Your mom sounds very strong in spirit & it will certainly be to her advantage & serve her well. Draw from her strength as you always have. I'll bet she will surprise you once again! She will most certainly need you to be there & be strong also. This disease changed me & for the better as a person I believe. I most definately appreciate my life more completely now. Find peace & calm & roll with the punches! My thoughts are with your mom & you & your family. Time flys. This year has gone so fast for me & I've been through similar treatments as your mom is about to start. Your friend, Erik Get your mom on this board, we need her. We need you as well.