Lori, I'm at a loss for words (still). I wanted to reply to your earlier
post but couldn't come up with anything meaningful.
My prayers are with you and Curt.
Larry

Lori,
Advanced prostate cancer is not an area in which I have much knowledge. But
from what you have said I believe Curt has to be very careful because he
could break a bone which could cause a fall and the fall could cause more
bones to break. I don't think he can live his life in fear of breaking
something because then he wouldn't be doing much "living". But he and you
need to be aware that it could happen while playing a round of golf or just
walking from the kitchen to the den. I'd say just use common sense and he
shouldn't be carrying bags of groceries.

I do wonder if he could get into one of the vaccine trials? Do they have him
on anything to help rebuild lost bone?

I lost a wonderful friend to prostate cancer and I know his wife would
probably be very willing to talk to you if you thought she could be of help.
Of course she's old enough to be your mom but she's a super person. She
probably knows more about this disease's progression than anyone else I
know.

I don't think any of us have any words to bring you comfort. Hope lies in
possibilities such as vaccines if he could get into such a study. We are so
close to a cure but it seems to be just slightly out of reach. But you know
all that.

So many times when you post I just wish I could wrap my arms around you and
give you a shoulder to cry upon. Men don't understand the support system
women have over a cup of tea or coffee. Maybe we can't change the world but
somehow together we manage to cope. You have such strength within you but
what mother doesn't when she has little ones? Somehow I know you will manage
for Curt, yourself, and your children. Being informed is the greatest asset
and the best defense. For now keep living life as normally as possible. I'm
sure that is part of the reason Curt is still working. Not that income isn't
important but it gives him a sense of purpose and provides a diversion from
his situation.

Go throw yourselves one big anniversary party. Chances are you (and 90% of
the couples in this world) aren't going to make it to a 50th anniversary so
pack a whole lot of quality into what you do have. Good food, good friends,
and lots of fun is very important.
Bev