Dear Candy:

You certainly show strength through all of this. BUT if you feel the need to just let it all out then do so. Don't make the mistake I made in trying to always be strong. Give yourself permission to feel everything that you feel. If you have a person to confide in, whether that is a professional counsellor/therapist, best friend (online or in life) or another family member who is feeling the same as you, take that opportunity to share a moment and let yourself hurt, or fear, or express.

Everybody here is obviously rooting for you. We all send our support to you. Big hugs and well wishes to you and your family.