Wow, I feel like I haven't been on here in forever.

Hi everyone. I haven't been on the BBS or chatrooms lately because my mom was diagnosed with cancer. It's nonhodgekins (not sure if I spelled that right) disease that has spread to her breasts, and after my research I found she likely won't make it. She already had cancer before I was born and went through chemotherapy, which was supposed to make me unable to be born. She's always called me her miracle because I was (obviously) able to do so. Anyways, I'm not even sure what to do about this. She wants to spend more time with me, but I get in arguments with her a lot and I really just don't want to get too close to her just for her to go and die. I know, it sound selfish, but what do you think I should do? Thanks.

Learning to appreciate the time you have is probably the simplest answer.

I wish the best for your family.

I think FindMuck is right. If you love her you should spend time with her if she really does go away. I think that you will have more regret if the last moments you have with her is arguing with her or not getting close to her in her last moments

No matter what spend time with her as much as possible. Do your best not to argue with her by avoiding topics that cause you to fight. Whatever you end up doing, do not just give up on her. She needs you more than ever now so don't just leave her because YOU don't want to be hurt when she's gone. You are going to be hurt no matter what. It's a reality of life that's always going to be there.
Spend as much time with her as you can because once she's gone, that's it. You won't ever see her again in this life.
Remember that if it really hurts when someone leaves, it means that you truly loved them. Although the pain will be with you for a long time, if you decide to get closer to her, the memories you create while she is still here are far more powerful than the hurting is and much more meaningful down the road.
What ever you do, DO NOT PULL AWAY FROM HER. Even if you decide you don't want to become closer to her, at least be with her for her sake. Do it for her and not for yourself.
Spend as much time with her as you possibly can. You will regret it if you don't when she's gone, believe it.
Best wishes to you and your mother.

You should try to spend time with your family. It may emotionally hurt in the end, but at least you'll make them happy by spending time with them.

70% survival rate but it really depends on how long she had that disease and what stage was it when discovered. If it was found out a bit earlier then chance of survival is higher.
Is she planning to get a surgery?
Since she already have this disease before you were born, Is her symptoms getting worse?
Did she tried any other treatments?
Chemotherapy is just a temporary thing. The disease won't go away and the body would get use to the medication over time. I suggest to do other treatments immediately before it gets worse.

And just like others suggested, please spend more time with her. People who have their love ones beside them have higher chances of survival. It gives people a will to live, knowing that there are people who would be sad if they die.

Thank you for all the help. I'll be sure to spend time with her, even if it does mean that it may hurt more in the long run.

its a noble sacrifice. hope your mother survive this. If she does, she'll probably be more thankful for you