Marge,
I am almost 40 and just days after I turned 36 I too was diag. w/leukemia. Please get as much info. as possible. There are MANY types of leukemia - some of which are not as bad as others. Just stay off the internet for your research. Many of those sites are not updated and this particular area of health is changing at a rapid speed. I am hopeful!!
Vote for politicians who support stem-cell research. Stem cell transplants can save lives!
And be sure you and yours know and live for Jesus. No matter how big or small our trials, we will be with him in the after-life if we are saved. Please find comfort in fellow Christians. You will see things in such a different light. I know that sounds "casual", but take it from someone who has leukemia, 2 young children and a wonderful husband. The Lord and His people comfort and uplift and those positive factors DO make a difference like no chemo or dr. ever can.
God Bless and feel free to e-mail me.