Philly

Three suggestions based on what I learned the hard way (BTW I was born in Philadelphia and still miss the cheese steaks)
1. Make your husband's favorite foods for this holiday period: suspend dietary restrictions and splurge as if he needs radiation, his taste will never be the same (some recover very well but it's always a "new normal" )
2. Make a preprinted list up now of little chores and very specific errands to respond to friends and neighbors who ask "how can I help?: or "let me know". We did not and by the time we really needed someone to rake the leaves, do a shopping trip, wash the windows, make a meal, etc, my wife and I were overwhelmed and did not want to "harass" people. Others in my waiting room had made a list and given it out on the spot, saying: "pick one and let me know thanks" and both they and the givers were happy. Some cancer web sites have a preprinted list
3. Make this a Christmas and New Year to remember for you and you Husband and family in terms of showing, telling and giving LOVE. And don't give up on FAITH and HOPE. Be prepared for the worst, but expect the best

So sorry you had to join our little club. Looking forward to seeing you post a year or so from now about surviving and thriving.