Telling your children that you have cancer must rank as one of the toughest things a mom or dad can do.
Telling your children and family you have breast cancer was an upsetting and overwhelming task. We had just come to terms with the news ourselves and by telling your family, it validates your cancer and makes it more real. Friends have told us sometimes saying the words out loud can be a positive step towards accepting your cancer.
Denise and I initially decided we were not going to tell them right away and we were not going to use the "C" word in front of them. Kids often overhear things, so we decided it is much better to give them information directly than leave them to make assumptions on their own. We’ve always been honest with our kids so why change now.
We leaned on some special friends and family that went through this very thing and were encouraged with the advice we were given.
We let them know that Mom was going to be OK and needed surgery to remove a tumor, there would be some tough days ahead, but we will get through this together as a family.
Their reaction was positive and proved to us that we have great kids and didn't need the extra stress in our lives worrying about this task.
This journey won’t be an easy one. But we are doing great and are in excellent spirits. Neighbors, friends and family have given her a lot of support, which has helped tremendously. “Together we pray that we will all be happy and healthy and live a long time”.
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