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    (suki's results) meet my long lost uncle...

    in MEMBER UPDATES

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    Oh Amieeeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I just got to work and this was the first post I read. I am so, so, so, so happy for you and your Mom. This is a long lost uncle that I thought would never show up. Now that he's here we are going to double team him and never let him out of our lives again.

    Please give your Mom a big huge hug and tell her congratulations for me.

    I'm giving you both a big AMEN too... :D

    Warm Hugs,

    Melinda

    Taxotere and Avastin

    in NSCLC GROUP

    Posted

    Hi Trish,

    I just talked to my step dad about the Avastin.

    He said that we got the Avastin approval through Medicare.

    I do know that when my parents were down in Florida they had a heck of a time trying to deal with the doctor and trying to get it approved.

    In Illinois, we haven't had any problems at all.

    I'm not sure what state you live in, or if you qualify for Medicare, but as I said....we didn't have any problems getting it approved here in Illinois.

    Please let me know if you have anymore questions.

    I would love to help you in any way that I can.

    Melinda

    so nice to meet ya...........NED!!!!!!

    in MEMBER UPDATES

    Posted

    I wanted to post the results of my Moms PET scan.

    For all of you out there who have been given a few months to live....please don't ever beleive it. I am speaking from experience here.

    My Mom was in the final stages of lung cancer. She was given 3-6 months to live. That was in September of 2004. We just got the results of her PET scan and the doctor came in with GREAT news. He said.............NED!!!!!!!!!!!

    There just isn't any other feeling like this.

    I know it has to do with hope, faith, beleiving in yourself and your doctors, lots of prayers that have been sent (thanks to all of you), and of course the right combination at the right time. Thank GOD for the Avastin/Taxotere combination.

    She never gave up and because of that she has fought the beast and BEAT IT!

    January 1, 2006

    in GRIEF

    Posted

    Pat,

    I too wish there was something to take away the pain of missing Brian and having all these "firsts" to go through. We are here for you, you are never truly alone because we all love you and care so, so much about your feelings.

    Just continue to trust in God....he will carry you through these difficult days and we'll do all we can help to get you through them too.

    Sending hugs and love,

    Melinda

    The Pain Gets Worse...

    in GRIEF

    Posted

    Hi Donna,

    When something hurts so bad you just have to take it slowly.

    One day at a time. I'm praying that each day is just a little better than the last and that you'll continue to reach out when you need help.

    Remember that your brother will forever be with you in your heart.

    Sending prayers for you.

    Warm Hugs,

    Melinda

    suki's test time

    in MEMBER UPDATES

    Posted

    Amie,

    You are so right about getting the results that quickly.

    I'll be thinking and praying for both of you and hoping that the results will be another reason to celebrate!!!

    I'll be looking for your update on Wednesday.

    Warm Hugs,

    Melinda

    PET/CT Results - Restaged

    in NSCLC GROUP

    Posted

    Hi Trish,

    You must be on Cloud 9 after hearing those results. Congratulations!!!

    My Mom has been on the same Avastin/Taxotere combo as you.

    Sounds like this could be the magic bullet for both of you. I'm so very happy for you. I hope you treat yourself to something very special.

    You deserve it!

    Warm Hugs,

    Melinda

    PET scan today

    in MEMBER UPDATES

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    I haven't been very active on the board the last week or so. It has been crazy here at work and I just haven't had the time. I hope to get caught up with all I've missed tonight.

    I just wanted to take a quick second to please ask everyone for their prayers today. My Mom is going in for her PET scan. In fact, she is probably just getting started now. She was very worried about both the results and dreading the scan. I've never had one but from the sounds of it, it isn't a nice experience.

    We get the results on Wednesday. Another long couple days of waiting and trying to keep optimistic and not worry too much.

    Thanks for listening.

    Melinda

    introducing myself

    in INTRODUCE YOURSELF!

    Posted

    Hi June,

    First I wanted to welcome you.

    You're right, there is so much information on this site in regards to Tarceva. My Mom was on it for a short time and I remember reading every post I could, hoping to learn as much as possible. Are you still on the Tarceva now?

    I was also wondering what the first chemo that produced the SOB for you??

    You are on the right track getting an appointment set up for a second opinion.

    I'm praying that your next appointment will bring a MUCH better outlook and you'll get a new plan in place. Good luck on Friday and let us know how you're doing.

    Warm Hugs,

    Melinda

    Two Boxes

    in HOPE

    Posted

    I have in my hands two boxes,

    Which God gave me to hold.

    He said, "Put all your sorrows in the black box,

    And all your joys in the gold."

    I heeded His words, and in the two boxes,

    Both my joys and sorrows I stored,

    But though the gold became heavier each day,

    The black was as light as before.

    With curiosity, I opened the black,

    I wanted to find out why,

    And I saw, in the base of the box, a hole,

    Which my sorrows had fallen out by.

    I showed the hole to God, and mused,

    "I wonder where my sorrows could be!"

    He smiled a gentle smile and said,

    "My child, they're all here with me.."

    I asked God, why He gave me the boxes,

    Why the gold and the black with the hole?

    "My child, the gold is for you to count your blessings,

    The black is for you to let go."

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