Melody,

I have been with my partner for over 30 years, we were teenage sweethearts, and we are rarely apart so I know just how awful you must be feeling being without your Alan.

You will get to see him soon and remember that although this is not how you would have liked it to be, as you had no time to mentally prepare for this, he is in good hands and getting good treatment.

I know that won't stop you worrying or missing him!

Lupin