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All - Thank you so much for all the kind messages on the loss of my Dad. I really appreciate your support over the last 7 months. The holidays were really tough on us. Christmas Eve was the one month anniversary of Dad's death. We tried to be strong and celebrate in our own way, but there was a huge void in our hearts....I don't think that void will be filled forever. I know the holidays were challenging for all of us, and I said a prayer that God would send us all peace. Take care & thanks again, Kelly

Deb, My deepest sympathy on the loss of your Dad. I know what you're going through as my Daddy died a little over a month ago - November 24. If you need anything, don't hesitate to let us know. Take care, Kelly

Norme, I'm saying a prayer for you and Buddy right now. I pray that you both find the strength to go on and take care of each other. My best wishes to you both. Peace, Kelly

Norme, There's no place like home, right? You and Buddy take care of each other and know that the gang here is rooting and praying hard for you both. It's time for some good news. Take care, Kelly

Kristy, I am so sorry about your Mom. Please accept my sympathy - I know what you are going through. I lost my Dad 5 days before your Mom died. I am praying that we both find some peace... Take care, Kelly

All - I just wanted to let you know that two weeks ago today my Dad passed away. He died in my arms at the hospital. He was admitted the Friday before with what seemed to be an infection, weakness and trouble breathing and he just couldn't beat it this time. He died peacefully and I thank God for that. He fought so hard. It's been so tough on my Mom and I...we loved him dearly and now he is gone. He was so brave through everything and it's so unfair that he lost his battle at just 59 years of age. There was so much living left to do and time that we three deserved together. I don't know how people pick up and find the strength to go on. We had his funeral Wednesday, November 26 and it was a beautiful service - a real tribute to my Dad. Several friends spoke and there was an outpouring of love from so many. I was able to speak as well, and that has helped me a great deal. I want to thank you all for your support and advice over the last 7 months. You are truly a blessing in my life. I will keep you all in my prayers. God bless us all, Kelly

Dear Natalie, I'm so sorry for what you are going through. If you need to vent, you go ahead and get it all out. That's what we are here for. You hang in there and be strong for your Mom. Things will get better, Kelly

Peg - That is fantastic news. I am so happy for your family. Thanks for the inspiration. Kelly

All - My Dad has been having shortness of breath for about two weeks. He was hospitalized with what we thought was pnemonia, but he was sent home when his xray came back clean. We were told the SOB was due to his emphysema. Well, a couple of days later his right calf was swollen and it ached. Mom called the dr. and he had Dad come in for a sonogram. It turns out Dad has a blood clot in his leg. He is currently taking daily shots for this. Have any of you had any experience with this? We have a friend who also had a blood clot in his leg and it caused him SOB. Once they placed a stent in his leg, the SOB went away. Any feedback you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Kelly

Norme, I hope you and Buddy have a great time in Myrtle Beach with your family. You deserve the break and I'm thankful that Buddy feels up to making the trip. Drive safely and have a wonderful time and be sure to remember all the fun details to tell us about when you get back. Take care, Kelly

Get your Dad a relief band...you wear it around the wrist and it stimulates the nerve that controls nausea. You can buy them at any drugstore. They are around $100, but worth every penny. The band has really helped my Dad. He takes kytrile and zofran for nausea, but he can turn on his relief band and get almost instant relief. Good luck, Kelly

Michelle, I am so sorry to hear the terrible news and I pray for you to find some comfort. Take care, Kelly

Don - You and Lucie are in my thoughts and prayers. I know she will make it through this and come out stronger in the end. Please take care of yourself, too. We are all pulling for you both. Keep us posted, Kelly

Shelly, I just said a prayer for you and your Mom. Take care and try to stay strong. Kelly

Thanks for the info! My Dad is on thalomid and seems to be handling it well, although we haven't had any scans yet to see if it's working.