Hi there @GavinCh. I've followed your post from the very beginning and have been aware that you are Karen's vital support as she learned of, and then has tried to come to terms with, her frightening diagnosis. I also understand your role as "gatekeeper" in the information gathering process, which you then absorb and educate yourself about. After that, you then pass the information over to her as deemed necessary so as not to overwhelm her with too much. I feel confident that as she progresses further down the treatment process, she will feel more confident that her disease is being dealt with appropriately and that she does not feel as if her total future is black and joyless. As her total health improves, she might well wish to then take on board for herself that which you have come to understand. Stay strong, and here's two hugs coming your way... one for her and one for you. (((hug))) (((hug))). Ally.