Saturday, April 21, 2012

MEN WHO WALK, MEN WHO STAY

      Today we shot the first part of our video project about how a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment affects relationships.  It was an emotional day for survivors willing to share such an intimate part of their lives with us.   
      Two of our survivors opened up about how and why their marriages didn't survive.  In both cases, the husbands agreed to stay while they were being treated, but made it clear they would leave as soon as treatment was over.  And they did.
      But we also heard from two couples who say the cancer journey made their marriages stronger.
      We hope this video will spark a discussion about a topic affecting so many couples, but so few want to talk about it honestly and openly.
      It took courage for these survivors to come forward.  And we thank them.