Dear Karen.
Your words written above have gone straight to my heart and I sit here with tears. I was diagnosed stage 4 straight out of the part in August 2015. I have been of full sick pay since then and this stopped Monday. I am currently going through the hoops of receiving a disability pension through my superannuation. I work for the State Government and at no stage has my employer said - hey Sandra we would love to have you back two days a week or what would suit you. Out of sight out of mind. I am lucky and have picked up a casual job two days a week next term. I am so very happy about that.
I feel invisible too. I have a great family network and some amazing friends but am feeling alone in this battle. I am off to have a pet scan next week as I have some enlarged nodes. I am in great hands with my medical team.
I currently have no income but have saved like hell over the past 18 months. I am lucky that my husband is able to support us at this stage.
Thank you for your article and what you have written above. Keep well and take care
Sandra xxx
