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[quote=Anonymous]I am so very sorry, OP.  Be as open and honest as you can with your children and keep a "one day at a time" attitude around them.  And try not to put them in the position of telling someone (their friend's parent for example) of your condition for the first time - sometimes an adult's shocked reaction can really freak them out.  Try to tell as many of their friend's parents, teachers and your neighbors as possible.

I would also caution you about praising them for being so brave/strong.  This was really a double-edged sword for me as a kid - telling me how brave I was when my mother was sick made me feel as if I couldn't ever express "not brave" feelings.  Also my mother made a point of telling me it was okay when I'd forget her illness for a moment and do something totally normal (like getting mad at her for not allowing me to go to a sleep-over).

The family photograph idea is a great one.  I truly wish we had one of our family when my mom was still healthy.

I have some amazing memories of my mom that were made during her illness.  Things that make me smile to this day.  I wish you and your family the best.  [/quote]

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