I have never had cancer either, but I have had times when I have been very low and in despair, and you know what has always helped the most - it is if a friend is brave enough to share that they too are in pain. It gifts me the ability to let go of my pain and extend away from it to focus on theirs for a while, on something outside of myself. You gave her a gift in being brave enough to speak of your own pain. How sad that she didn't embrace it and get out of herself for a bit of respite. You deserved empathy and understanding. And I am sending it to you now by the bucket full. With virtual hugs and much love, A💚💞💖💌🤗