Thank you, Yes I do gentle exercise twice a week and walk when I can. I take targin slow release 10mg morn and night as well as lyrica. I am afraid of being on meds as they have so many side effects, tiredness being the one I hate. I have an appointment with oncologist late august and will bring up chemo, even tho she was talking about it 'down the track'. I feel if the tumor shrinks maybe the pain wont be as bad and I can reduce meds. Stressing less is something I am trying to achieve, finding deep breathing exercises helpful. hanks again for replies, so glad I found this site :)