daggiesmom

You and Mark had such a close relationship and being without him is like losing half of yourself. ((())) Grief counseling is good; it helped Brian & I deal with Jen's death, but it takes time. Also, I think this time of year brings up many deep emotions and memories that hit very hard. I will pray for you, Donna. Please pm me if you just need to talk. I'm here for you. Joanie ((()))

Congratulations to your Dad! This is wonderful news -and just in time for the holidays! Enjoy to the max. Joanie ((()))

That is truly wonderful shrinkage! I'm sure she's feeling better. I remember having a big shrink number too (don't remember exactly the number, but it was dramatic) after the first two sessions. Everyone was delighted. Please give your Mom a "Hip, Hip Hooray" from me. Joanie ((()))

Congratulations. Get to get that over with and get such great results. CELEBRATE!!!!!!!! Joanie ((()))

Somehow I missed this I am just DELIGHTED that your 5 year anniversary finds you so well! You are my inspiration. Keep it up! Joanie ((()))

I was reading the Suvivorship issue of Cure magazine recently and saw an article about survivorship plans. I was curious how many of us have actually been given a step by step plan after completing all the therapy to treat the cancer. Has your oncologist actually sat down and recomended going to a nutritionist, specific exercise programs, vitamin plans, specific smoking cessation plan of action, if needed, psychological counseling to combat the "survivor fears" which can hit at any time. I'd be curious to know how many of us have had this SPECIFIC overview with their doctor? And would you feel "better taken care of" if you did have a specific plan outlined for you. Step by step in writing. Of course, we must all advocate for ourselves and at dr. visit times we need to "talk it up" but shouldn't the overall picture automatically include this follow up? Has anyone actually been given this kind of follow up? What experiences have we had? Any thoughts? Joanie

Please know I'm praying for you. You have been thru the worst experience possible. Please take care of yourself. Take one day at a time and know you can come here anytime for comfort. Feel free to pm me if you need to talk. God bless you. Joanie

I'm a blue hammer person! That's wild! Joanie ((()))

Thanks for all your kind words and support to all of us here. Have a peacful Thanksgiving Day. Joanie ((()))

There is nothing I can say that will make you feel better, but please know you're in my prayers that you will find some comfort((())) Joanie

This site has been my lifeline of information and support. I can't tell you how thankful I am to you both for starting it up and keeping it going. ((())) Joanie

Thanks Maryanne & Joel. Hope you have a wonderful day and I hope everyone here has a happy day as well. God bless you all. Joanie ((()))

Sorry to hear this diagnosis. You're a fighter, though, and now you have to put on that battle gear and get going once again. We're here for you one hundred percent. Joanie ((()))

Just wanted to send my encouragement your way. I'm a 4 1/2 year survivor of small cell (limited). I've had some bumps along the way, but I'm still here. Good to see your therapy is underway, the faster they attack, the better. Yeah, I'm a doggie person too. My Dagwood is going to be 13 on December 11th (the day I found him outside the supermarket.) He has been a wonderful companion, keeps me company when he knows I don't feel well, and smiles alot, too! You'll get lots of information and support here. Glad you found us. Joanie ((()))

Oh man, you really get everything handed to you at once, don't ya! But you are some fighter, I really admire your strength. I'm heading for the pub, it being Saturday night and all. I need a Bailey's please after all the home improvement work this week. Glad to see you workin' again! Joanie ((()))

Ann, Ella is just beautiful. What a wonderful blessing. Glad you are so happy ((())) Joanie

Congratulations Mom on 2 years! Keep up the great work! Celebration is in order. Joanie ((()))

My prayers and good wishes go out to our friend, Rich. I hope they resolve this problem quickly. Joanie ((()))

Please know I think of you and Mark fondly and pray for you to have continued strength, he would want that for you. Good to see you post. Joanie ((()))

I feel deeply reading your post and remember what a great sense of humor Brian had. I can picture him loving Halloween, it's a fun time for the child in all of us. And I still remember fondly how he called me Spunky - I loved that. Please try and remember your good times together - very hard, but I've found that helps when we loose a loved one. I firmly believe they remain with us in spirit and would want us to go on as best as we can. Remember too, we're all here for you, always. I'll keep you in my prayers. Joanie ((()))

So glad to hear that Joel got over that hump. Pain that won't leave and fever really are horrible. (((Joel))) glad you're better. Joanie

Congratulations to the whole family, Ann. Just wonderful news! Joanie ((()))

Well, the carpet measuring guy showed up at 8:01 this a.m. after calling at 7:15 - quick, jump into clothes, brush teeth. He came and went in 10 minutes, tops! Hope the carpeting comes that easily. We picked kakhi color with white baseboard and ceiling for our room, carpet is a darker, shaded beige plush, and for the small room, a dark green, white window frames and boarder and a beige, cream and green speckled berber rug. That room is for tv, stationery bike ( I hope!) plants, etc. I think we need some touches of other colors - any ideas for window shades would be appreciated! Funny, yesterday I felt not so well. No energy and very achy all over. Today is a good day and so far no aches and pains. I guess that's how it goes when you're healing. So I grab the good days and try to get some things done. And the nurse just left, so now I can get rollin', but I'll roll slowly. Great day to everyone. Joanie ((()))

It's great that your sister has faith in her doctor. I'm sure he'd stick by what he says, so I think she's dealing with GOOD news. Will pray for you both. Joanie ((()))

No way, Ginny, did he get to pick out the carpeting. That was a real trip! Men have no patience - if they don't see what they like right away, they're ready to give up That was last nights adventure. He did pick out the paint colors though and he did a great job with that (whew!) Joanie ((()))