@arpie Thanks my friend & such beautiful words ! What a timely post from you as i am packing right now for my 3 week stay in Adelaide. I will be leaving around 6.15 in the morning & have a big day of appts with my rad onc, nurses & finally my first rad treatment at 3pm. I am thinking of you also as you begin next week so GOOD LUCK to you & we will compare notes!! Not sure when I will be able to post again but know you & everyone are in my thoughts. I am feeling very anxious about my next stage but know it is something I have to cross off the list. As you said, better than chemo & i am saddened to hear your hubby has had to deal with that treatment in the past but so good that he is 8 years cancer free & I'm sure you will be too...& more! love to you & everyone. i wish you all strength & courage as we all face this together & know we are all here for each other. Hugs xxxxxxxx