Lost One, so sorry to hear of your Mom's diagnosis...my daughter was also 16 when I got diagnosed. Remember that though you need to help your Mom out, do not forget to live YOUR life. I totally agree with Barbie and Atsugi, that the best testament to me as a Mom would be to show my daughter to reach for the stars and enjoy her life! My daughter is now 18, and is making college plans... I'm still here and plan on being here for a lot longer, and your Mom may well be still here to see you graduate from college. You just don't know.