I was a caregiver to my Mom who passed away this past May. She had long term care insurance so I did not have to provide day to day care but I was the one adult child who was physically present. It was weird not having the 3-4 day a week visits and the trips to the hospital. I guess Mom knew I would have more on my plate... my husband was diagnosed with Stage 3 Squamous Cell Lung Cancer at the end of August. For now, finished with radiation and chemo, and now on to immunotherapy. I work full time but grateful for a company that allows as much time off as needed so I am available for treatments, tests and meetings with all the doctors. Most days we are "good" and other days there are the whole spectrum of emotions floating around. So I'm here to "hear" and help take care of me.

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