Tremor, you're going through a really rough time, but I think we all understand you, or at least try to; of course you can never fully understand the fear of losing someone dear if you haven't experienced it. If you want to keep to yourself for a while, that's fine, but please don't do so only because you feel like you're a burden or something. I recently had a case of bone cancer in my family too, and I've been quiet on the subject until now because I can't think of anything to say that hasn't already been said, or that could make you feel better in your current situation, but I'm interested in any news about your mother that you feel like sharing, whether it's good or bad news. Just hang in there!