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marymungomidge · 19/12/2019 00:36

Hi all, I'm really struggling - I've just found out I have choroidal melanoma (nasty eye cancer that has a 50:50 chance of survival) and today I told my daughter. She is 24 but still lives with me because she is very unwell and I look after her. She is bright and beautiful and lovely and funny and so, so vulnerable. I am terrified about what may happen to her if I die. She is, understandably, reeling from the news, which I had tried to keep from her till I know more. She found me crying this morning, though, and something had to be said. I'm 53 and completely stunned by all this - life goes from, one minute, planning ahead and expecting another 20-30 years, to suddenly finding that it may come to a stop soon. I can't bear the thought of leaving my daughter. Please help.

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Kernowgal · 31/12/2019 16:20

Just read your whole thread marymungomidge and I'm delighted at your update (and Ginfordinner's too)! Happy new year Smile

MrsIronfoundersson · 31/12/2019 16:54

That's fantastic news! What a relief - enjoy Flowers

BarbedBloom · 31/12/2019 16:57

Just found this thread and am so pleased and relieved for you and Gin too. Happy New Year to you and your lovely daughter.

thelikelylass · 31/12/2019 17:07

I wanted to check this to see if there was an update.. that's made my day! Gonna raise some champers to you and your daughter tonight.
Now - wear that brightest lipstick ALL the time!
Happy new year!

marymungomidge · 31/12/2019 17:52

Thanks for all your good wishes :) I know I'm so lucky - and I'm so glad that Ginfordinner is well too :) My thoughts are with those who went home from the clinic today with news they didn't want.
Much love to all. My 2020 will be infused with the sense of connection and care I found here. Thank you most sincerely. xxxx

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Frenchw1fe · 31/12/2019 17:54

Happy New Year and what wonderful news to set the tone for next year.
Best wishes to you and your daughter. X

AudacityOfHope · 31/12/2019 18:07

Oh my god! What an update Grin

Happy happy new year to you Thanks

billy1966 · 31/12/2019 18:11

What absolutely fantastic news. Delighted for you and your daughter.

Happy New Year 👍

marymungomidge · 31/12/2019 18:21

Got my red lipstick on and am off to buy champagne :) DD is over the moon :) xxx

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Nat6999 · 31/12/2019 18:34

I'm so pleased that for once the doctors got it wrong! You must feel 20 years younger tonight!. Enjoy your bubbly & relax! You deserve to.

cakeandchampagne · 31/12/2019 18:58

That is good news!
I’m glad your New Year’s Eve “date” with a doctor went so well! Smile

Wishing you & your daughter a very Happy & Healthy 2020!

Polkadotdelight · 31/12/2019 19:24

Love this!!!

motherofmincepies · 31/12/2019 20:11

Brilliant news OP. This brought tears to my eyes. Fantastic!

nononever · 31/12/2019 20:36

I am absolutely delighted for you Mary, that is fantastic news! And for Ginfordinner!

Wishing you and your daughter a very happy and healthy new year Mary 🍾🎉🎊

clippityclop · 31/12/2019 20:46

Wonderful news! X

StartupRepair · 31/12/2019 20:59

I'm so happy for you. What wonderful news! Xc

Uncompromisingwoman · 31/12/2019 21:11

What a brilliant outcome - wishing you and your DD a very happy new year Flowers

marymungomidge · 01/01/2020 00:27

Drove up to the middle of the North York Moors, on a tiny road en route to Rosedale. Thick, freezing fog, complete darkness all around, no lights to be seen - just the bare outline of moorland a few feet away, and an awareness of the vastness of the sky beyond the fog and the moors beyond the road, rolling on for miles in all directions. Out of the car, uncorked a bottle of Champagne, and raised it to all of you who have supported me on here. Happy 2020 to you all, and may the new year bring blessings and good luck to all of you, as it has to me and my DD. xxxxx

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CoolCarrie · 01/01/2020 00:30

Happy new year to you and yours marymungomidge! x

MarthasGinYard · 01/01/2020 01:31

Mary I'm so happy to read your news, AMAZING

And that's the way to celebrate, just perfect. I remember a similar New Year in the mist once at Malham Tarn.

Happy new year to you both. I'm having another glass now to celebrate this truly fantastic news.

Thanks
Stinkyeddie · 01/01/2020 09:52

Sounds perfect x

N0ManJan · 01/01/2020 21:35

Happy new year my lovely! All the best for 2020

Onehellofaride · 05/01/2020 00:15

How fabulous, you sound like a wonderful person and I wish you and your DD all the best in the future

plantingandpotting · 10/01/2020 17:46

Such a fantastic update and what a great start to the year for you and your daughter. I'm ever so pleased for you!
Wishing you a full and happy 2020!

marymungomidge · 10/01/2020 19:50

Thanks for the good wishes, everyone! I am over the moon. More good news .... daughter is thinking about applying for a job; my house (been on the market for six months) just sold; off to beautiful York tomorrow to look for a new house :) 2020 has got off to an excellent start! I hope the new year brings everyone peace and happiness. xxxxx

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