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Well as you just found out you're either all wimps or it's just normal to worry! Hell, I'm a total wreck before my friends tests and it's not even me. I'm glad you're not trying to read your own x-rays. There have been some very funny stories on here about people reading their own x-rays. Best of luck for your tests Dee

fingers firmly crossed for tomorrow Dee

I am so sorry to hear about the progression of Rachel's disease. I am wondering, like Jen is, whether there has been any discussion about further treatment? It may of course be that Rachel doesn't want it but if you do know I'd be interested to learn what the docs are saying. Although I "talk" a lot here I am still relatively new. I have however noticed how massively popular Rachel is and I will be thinking of you all. Dee

As requested, he's firmly in my thoughts. Dee

Lori I'm so pleased for your Mum, she's had a really rough time of it and was due some good news. Dee

Welcome to you Donna. I've always used my nickname on this site although it's what everyone's always called me so it might as well be my real name! Read, read and read some more. You will find a lot of people here with your diagnosis who are doing really well. Looking forward to hearing more from you. Dee

Welcome Mary Lou. I am the friend of a patient as well and I don't live close to her either - although I live a lot closer to her than you do to your friend. You need to do everything that you were doing last year because it sounds to me as though you were doing it right. I phone my friend loads, I send her e-mails and cards and in my case I am lucky enough to be able to plan to spend weekends with her. I know how you feel, it just never seems enough does it? I also understand all too well your fears about this terrible disease. I went through a very bleak period a few weeks back and I posted a message here that I immediately wished I hadn't. However, I had such an amazingly supportive response from people who explained that fear about the future is normal. Your friend will have her own fears. There is nothing you can do to change the biology of what's happening to her body but you can support her soul and you seem to be doing that very well. Dee

Brandy, I am so very sorry. You clearly loved your father very much and he knew that. Dee

Oh Val, there just aren't the words. I am so extremely sorry. Dee

Well Carleen as you said 60-70 years of stable...Stable is great, you can live forever with stable. However, I too think that it's time Keith had regression and that's what I've got everything crossed for. Dee

Welcome to you Frances. If you feel despodent or resigned then this really is the place to be. You won't feel so isolated and will quickly learn that there are many many people here who are doing extremely well. They'll be along to welcome you shortly. Dee

Welcome to both of you. Fufu - look forward to hearing more from you. Henry, I am really sorry about your daughter - what a terrible shock for your family. Dee

Great news Jennie. I'm relieved for you. Dee

I didn't get to know "Cathy" but I did follow her posts. I was always amazed by her strength and, as someone else has said, she never complained - even though this monster had already blighted her life prior to her own diagnosis. I know that these words are inadequate but she just seemed so nice and that is a reflection on her whole family. I am so sorry for your loss. Dee

Is this where we all get to say "told you so"? Fantastic news, I'm so happy for you. Dee

Somehow I don't think you'll need to be encouraged to make the most of it Dee

I hope this gets sorted quickly. It must be very frightening for you all. Keep us posted. Dee

It's already been said but Beth never gets a break. I hope things are resolved soon. Thinking of her. Dee

Welcome to you Bruce. This is the right place with loads of people who can answer pretty much any question you'll ever have and if they can't - well there's a whole forum full of doctors to ask! Dee

Cindi my friend, Have a truly fantastic trip. I am not going to make a single bikini joke/comment 'cause with a figure like mine ....... Never been to Chicago but I know lots about Indian food. Being English (as Messieur Chirac likes to point out) we have no national dish and therefore the old curry is the closest thing we have to do it! Wish I was going with you Dee.

I'm sorry to hear about Steve's liver and the continuing problems with his eyes. I hope the new round of treatments does the trick. Dee

Thinking of you both and fingers crossed Dee

My friend had carboplatin and did really well on it. I know that these drugs affect people differently but I believe that it is generally considered to be less harsh than cisplatin. Have a great reunion! Dee

I am not in your position but I think I can (lately)understand a very little of what you feel. As far as your Mum and step-dad arguing well, if it makes them feel "normal" then leave them to it. If you feel it's more serious than that would it possible to have a quiet word with your step-d? I'm sorry you're having such a rough time at the moment. Dee

Wow. Your husband sounds like he was an amazing and special man by anyone's standard. I am so sorry for your loss. Dee