Well, I got the bad news I was expecting from

[JMCKUSICK]

my dearest friend Rory today.
His Melanoma has spread throughout his body and he's been given 3 months to live.
https://www.democraticunderground.com/10182235962
I took the liberty of using some of the GoFundMe donations and bought a used iPad that I can be in more easy touch with him as his MS is so advanced that he can't dial or answer his phone anymore.
I dread the conversations we're about to start having, but it's the very least I can do as his best friend.
I am now at the official point of requesting any advice that you all have having dealt with a terminal close friend or relative.
Please humor me as I just want to make sure I can serve him well.
If you feel comfortable doing so, I am listing my GoFundMe link as I really need to find a way to go spend a little time with him as my last face to face with him was several years ago.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-john-mckusick-overcome-health-and-financial-struggles

I understand if this is a difficult ask, my Birthday is November 5th, and there's nothing I'd love more than the opportunity to say thank you to him for all his wisdom and guidance over the years, not to mention just healthily saying our goodbyes in gratitude and the right way.
My bills are paid to December, and those are obviously my first priority.
I've lived most of my life in forms of isolation and as I wrote in a post a few weeks ago when I first found out, Rory has been the one constant in my life since March of 1996.
If I ever owed anyone a proper, tearful and loving face to face good bye, it is Rory.
I'm crushed by this news, but have been expecting it because I know him and he's avoided doctors for years unless absolutely necessary.
I will do my best to share my experiences with you, as I surely wish someone will do for me from theirs.
I write this in total love, and total heartbreak if that's possible as I can only be grateful that at least I get some kind of chance to say good bye.
Thank you,
Love, John