When I found out the news I cried and ran upstairs and collapsed with upset. My mum was never going to see me graduate or get married or see my grandchildren or help me throughout life.
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Cazi - 13 years old
When I found out the news I cried and ran upstairs and collapsed with upset. My mum was never going to see me graduate or get married or see my grandchildren or help me throughout life.
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Frankie - 15 years old
I feel I should be doing something but I don't know what to do, I feel so helpless.
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Purplepagandragon - aged 14
I wish I could just get on with it like my sister but my coping skills don't seem to work like that at all.
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Clair - aged 14
Something I wish is I could just have one more day with my dad! - to tell him how much I love him and how sorry I am for all the bad things I have said and done to him!
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Micky Blue - 13 years old
If i feel upset i try to keep a brave face for my dad.
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Nicky - 15 years old
I haven't told any of my friends what I am going through. I don't want them to treat me differently. I just wish it will all stop. I'm tired and I want my family back. more...
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Leanne - 12 years old
The next day we had a call from the surgeon saying that mums operation was a success. We were all so pleased. more...
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