@donnademps hank you so much for your message—it really means a lot to me.

I’m also sorry to hear about your diagnosis. It sounds like you’ve been through a lot, especially with the waiting. I completely understand what you mean—that part is really hard.

I’ve told my mom that her lung nodule is malignant, but I haven’t told her that it’s advanced yet. I understand what you’re saying about her right to know, and I’m thinking about that carefully. For now, I’m trying to let her take things in step by step, so she doesn’t feel overwhelmed all at once.

Like you, I’m trying to focus on gratitude too. I’m grateful that we were able to get a clear diagnosis and that genetic testing is available now. I’m really hoping she might have a targetable mutation.

I’ll keep you and your treatment in my prayers as well. I hope everything goes smoothly for you after your surgery, and that your next steps become clear soon.

Thank you again for your kindness. I will definitely keep you updated.