…sharing experiences of cancer creatively

my letter, my brother, my mum

In this honest and emotional portrayal of how watching a sibling go through cancer treatment can harbour all sorts of powerful thoughts and emotions, Tom describes, through the process of writing down his hopes and fears in a letter, how seeing his brother George being diagnosed for the third time has affected his life. Stating that sometimes he just wants to stay put and be with his friends as it gives him a feeling of normality, Tom admits to a whole host of feelings that he says he couldn’t talk about in person, as he finds it hard to find the right words at times. As well as talking about his brother, Tom explains how important his Mum’s presence in his life is and through a selection of personal and uplifting photos, documents the relationship they have as a family.

  • Great film and great to know George is still doing good. I used to have treatment at BCH and was in with George a few times =]

    Hope all the family is doing well! x

  • Well done Tom. I am really proud of you. Your family will be proud of you to. I know it took alot of courage to do this film. Thank you &
    take care. See you soon. Gaynor x

  • Hey Tom. Nice work!! (tho it did make me cry) I know how hard it is for you, but also know that your Mum IS proud of you cos you’re a GREAT son and she loves you very much. Keri X

  • tom, that made me cry!! so proud of you for having the courage to tell the truth. wait till alex and tracey see it.love you BIG. Gail

  • You’ve got guts to make the film. In doing so without realising you are helping everyone along.
    Well done. Keep it up. My love to you and George and family.
    Barbara and Emma xxxxxxxxxx

  • yo Tom!!
    well done gorgeous – absolutely fab!
    really proud of you. big love trog xxxxxxxxxxx

  • I am really proud of you Thomas, what a lovely young man you are growing into. I am proud you are my nephew. Alex. Portugal.

  • you are our number one grandson and we are so very proud of you Tom,I dont think you realise how much,George knows you are a great bro who has done lots to help him over the years so chin up about your school work as I was crap too,love you always xxxxxxxxx

  • Yo Tom! Long time no see (splash landings….I was the Irish one, who kept getting stuck in the rapids!)
    This is a lovely video…I wish I’d had a brother like you, I know Trish is really proud of you as she should be.
    Good luck with everything.
    Lou, Joc and Zoe.

  • Hi Tom, what a lovely person you are, I have not seen you since we were in Portugal but I bet your mom, dad and all family esp George are proud of you. Keep up the good work of being such a support to all and dont worry about your grades they dont show who you are or what your capable of. Love you all and hope to see you soon.
    Love Auntie Marge xxxx

  • Hi Tom, here at Rare many of us know what’s going on at the moment in your family and wish you all nothing but the very best. Must say I’m impressed by that video, it says a lot about the person who made it. It shows a person who is learning something so much more in life that no school can teach. Focus on the positives mate, ‘cos I only know you from watching that video and it’s plain to see a guy like you will go far.

    All the best to you all

  • Hi Tom,

    Firstly I´de like to tell you how proud I am of you.

    The song you have picked for your video tells me how much you really care, your words express your thoughts and your images express love. I couldn´t be more impressed.

    I have watched you along the years and for all you have been through, you have shown to be a very special young man. I know you dont like to talk much, but eh….guess what, your actions speak much louder.

    Grande Beijo

    Guida

  • Hey Tom. Everyone at Rare is crossing our fingers for all of you. It takes a lot of courage to say the things you’re not suppose to say, but honesty is the only way. Well done for expressing how you feel and staying honest for your family.

    All the best!

  • Hey Tom,
    just look at all the people who have commented!! you have put into words what so many do not have the courage to say out loud.
    we are sooooooooooooo proud!!!
    love gail and alex

  • Hi Tom.
    We are both very touched by your messsage. Well done for putting pen to paper on your inner most feelings. That takes courage. Just as much courage as George has shown.
    I remember saying to you, the last time we saw you, what a good looking young man you have grown to be. But, not only good looking also lovely inside as well. You are much respected by both John and myself for your kindnesss and support you have given George and you Mom and Dad.
    So, don’t think we forget you because we always ask your Grandma and Grandad how you are as well as George. Just because you are not doing well at school doesn’t mean you will not do well in life. Some people don’t do well in that environment but blosssom out in the working situation. Being a teacher I have known many such youngsters.
    So take care and go for your dreams.
    Luv and stuff Uncle John and Auntie Jeannette. xx

  • Hya Tom. Well, what can we say. Except to say, it shows what a caring & loving nephew we have, Although we don’t see you as often as we could, our thoughts are ALWAYS with you & George (& mum & dad too).
    Lots of love Auntie Di & Unc Royxx

  • hey cousin just wanted to let you u know that im also proud of you, for what you do for your brother and your parents, i wish i could see you and george and all the brummie lot a lot more than i do, i last saw you in 2006 wen ellie wos a baby, u have grown up into a lovely carin lad, keep stronge and postive on life, big hugs xxxxx

  • Hi Tom, u da man! Well cool video, so impressed with it and by the lovely young man who made it, You are a true inspiration to us all.We are so proud of you, George and your mom, love you loads, keep up the good work, always here for you xxx. geza

  • Hi Thomas, What a great brother, son, nephew and friend you are. I know that everyone who knows you appreciates what you do for George and we all include you in our thoughts and prayers. Try not to worry about your grades. You are a credit to all your family and we wouldn’t change any part of you. Just be yourself and you will make a great success of your life. Love you loads and hope to see you soon. Aunty Margaret xx

  • elooo tom, well ur video made me really sad inside an i think that u have a lot of courage to say every think that u have sed on that video i wouldent be able to do it an im very sure that pat is proud of u an george cause i am!! xxx

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  • elo tom..
    i have already wrote a comment on here once but it has not saved for somme reason, duno why=[

    I always cry when i watch this video..
    You no that i am always here for you if you need me. I can’t imaagine what your going thruw. It Must Have took a lot of courage to do this video. I bet all your family are proud ov you, especially george. I am proud of you to, i think your brillant for what you do!

    You no i am always here for yuu.

    Love You
    Sarah
    xx

  • hii tom
    that video must mean alot to every 1 who knows what u are goin through
    we are all here to support you and the family.
    great video and i bet george really apresiaits it,
    ya mom too

    :):) sian

  • tom
    we still come and watch the video and read the comments as it makes us so proud to see your courage, and read what people have to say about you. love gail and alex.

  • Hey baby x this is a really nice video to remember little george by x i am always here for you if you need a shoulder to cry on if your down or upset x .. always here for you tom xxx George is always going to be in your heart x <3
    This video is really really beautiful 🙂 im glad your getting through this x George would of been really proud of you , i am too 🙂 im always here for you and your mum if you need someone there for you xxxxxx
    i would of loved to meet george 🙂 He is so sweet 🙂
    I'm glad to say your my boyfriend cuz you are very nice for doin this for george 🙂 i think he would be very proud to say your his brother 🙂 I LOVE GEORGE <3

    Love you loads baby xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
    Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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