Dougie I have little to add to what everyone has said bar expressing my support and thoughts. Your bravery, dignity, honestly are an inspiration.

Cancer is an absolute sod. I long for the day when we are rid of the things that cause it.

Mods - I'm sure you will agree that this thread should be preserved in the 'Classic Threads' forum/library.

The strength of mind and body you have demonstrated has been incredible and your latest update, although not unexpected, is still desperately sad to see.

Now is the time to make the most of your lifetime of memories, and I wish you peace in your remaining time.

I have no other words...God bless you Dougie.

I'll second that, Saint.

I know you like music. Dougie.
Don't know if it's appropriate?. but here goes.
Keep in touch if you can.

We are with you all the way Brother.

You kick ass all the way man.

David Bowie - Lazarus - YouTube

Hey Dougie, just checking in before work. Hope they give you some good drugs to keep you going and it’s not hurting too much. Hang in there while you can. Thinking of you xx

Justine - Witham, Essex, 27masl

Hey Dougie; not sure if you're still reading. In case you are, it seems fitting to tell you about the weather outside.

It's a strange bluey- grey kind of day here. The lights have been on in shop & house windows for much of the day and on the road, I find a certain comfort in that. Can't say why.

Where the beeches and birches have turned leaf, the brightness really glows against that grey cloud. The breeze is currently light and the air is quite warm, but when it picks up a bit it's slightly teasing & makes the indoors seem the place to be. Almost starting to feel more November than October.

Hope you're warm and comfy. Thinking of you.

Hi Dougie. I’m back!  I’m sad but I have been reading between the lines of your posts so I’m not shocked. I know just how much you’ve fought physically and mentally. I have thought about you a lot while I’ve been away too. 

I can’t add anything to what others have already written. There are some lovely heartfelt posts and they’re all credit to you, your bravery, tenacity and positivity. The fact that people care enough to post just shows how much of an inspiration you really are!  I don’t think you realise how much you’ve actually given to this forum, how many people can relate to your posts and how many hearts you’ve touched. 

I know it’s difficult for you to post now but I know you’re reading this!  I just want you to know that I’m still with you, just as I’ve been with you all the way.  I won’t give up fighting for you until you decide it’s time to rest.  You deserve a rest.  You’ve fought hard and strong and you’ve won some bloody tough battles (there I go again swearing like a Mackam lass) but we all have our limits.  We all need to rest eventually.  That isn’t a weakness.  It’s a humanness!  Did I just invent that word? 

I’m praying you’re not in pain and that you’re comfortable.  I’ll keep checking in and I’ll look for your response but I’ll understand if you don’t post.  Sending a big hug and a very big thank you for your honest and inspirational posts.   XX

Thank you Caz for starting this topic  I know Dougie is so appreciative of you especially with all the support and kind words you have given him. You're an absolute star 

Second that.

My thoughts are with Dougie too.

We all know that it’s sometimes difficult to talk.  Often at times when we most need to.  At times when isolation is the worst thing. We’re not good at talking and we should be.  Keeping silent causes too many problems and communicating solves many.  We could all help ourselves and others by just talking. We all need to learn from Dougie’s example.

Kind words to Dougie come easily because you just couldn’t be any different to such a lovely well respected person.  I’ve never met Dougie but over the years I’ve learnt from his posts that he’s true to himself and that’s an admirable quality that we don’t all possess. 

I’m hoping someone can get news of Dougie.  If anyone is in touch with him personally, please give us an update and pass on my best wishes.

Wise words, and yes I second your last sentence 

A lovely post, Caz. And thank you.

Beautiful day here Dougie- strong sunshine- not even that orangey autumn light- proper sun, warm on the skin.

Evening Dougie!  

I’m back at work and life at home again. I do love travelling but I love being at home too. I’m never keen on unpacking cases and the holiday washing and ironing though but I have made a start on that.   

Sending hugs and a smile.   X

It's clear Dougie that the inspiration you have left people has brought them together. It's so clear.

Dougie. You ain't no Hero you ain't no Messiah.

But bloody hell you're tough and certainly an inspiration. You have affected the thoughts of so many people here and others around them outside of this thread through your posts.

You certainly have made a mark and a difference that you might not have realised as yet.

Thanks.

This thread has given us space to air our own experience of going through it with close family and Friends.   The memories stay with us ..