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Beautiful and touching story. What a wonderful gift to give. Thank you for sharing. God Bless!! Jamie

What a way to brighten a day!!! Thank you for sharing your great news!! God Bless!! Jamie

Mark, Thank you for sharing your story. It is very inspirational!! God Bless!! Jamie

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Thanks Connie. Sometimes I forget what cancer cannot do. God Bless You!! Jamie By the way, We are giving an award at Plying for a Cure in Frank's memory. This has been donated by a member of the board. Is it okay to use his story? and if so could I get a picture from you? Thank you!! Let me know if you need the e-mail.

(((Grace))) We need you as much as you need us!! God Bless You!! Jamie

Hey Lilly, I have heard of stage 4 survivors that have received surgery. But, they may have been diagnosed after surgery. I honestly don't know. You may want to ask Dr. West at Onctalk.com. I was stage IIIB and it was determined that surgery was not an option for me because, although localized, the cancer had crossed the medistinum opposite side of the tumor into a node. Good Luck in finding the answer you are looking for!!! God Bless You Two!! Jamie

WOOHOO!! Happy Anniversary!! GOD BLESS! Jamie

Walking in Memphis

Black eyed peas with mayonnaise..yum yum

You're awesome Donna!! I don't even know what a snow blower looks like. God Bless!! Jamie

This is another article from beliefnet.com that I felt had some useful info. Coping With Pain Related to Cancer and Chemotherapy Chemotherapy drugs can cause some side effects that are painful. The drugs can damage nerves, leading to burning, numbness, tingling, or shooting pain, most often in the fingers or toes. Some drugs can also cause mouth sores, headaches, muscle pains, and stomach pains. Not everyone with cancer or who receives chemotherapy experiences pain from the disease or its treatment. But if you do, it can be relieved. The first step is to talk with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist about your pain. They need to know as many details about your pain as possible. You may want to describe your pain to your family and friends. They can help you talk to your caregivers about your pain, especially if you are too tired or in too much pain to talk to them yourself. You need to tell your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist and family or friends: Where you feel pain What it feels like—sharp, dull, throbbing, steady How strong the pain feels How long it lasts What eases the pain What makes the pain worse What medicines you are taking for the pain and how much relief you get from them Using a pain scale is helpful in describing how much pain you are feeling. Try to assign a number from 0 to 10 to your pain level. If you have no pain, use a 0. As the numbers get higher, this means that your pain is getting worse. A 10 means the pain is as bad as it can be. You may wish to use your own pain scale using numbers from 0 to 5 or even 0 to 100. Be sure to let others know what pain scale you are using and use the same scale each time, for example, "My pain is 7 on a scale of 0 to 10." Preventing and Treating Pain The goal of pain control is to prevent pain that can be prevented, and treat the pain that can't. If you have persistent or chronic pain, take your pain medicine on a regular schedule (by the clock). Do not skip doses of your scheduled pain medicine. Pain is harder to control if you wait to take pain medicine only when you feel pain. Try using relaxation exercises in addition to taking medicine for the pain. This may help lessen tension, reduce anxiety, and manage pain. Some people with chronic or persistent pain that is usually controlled by medicine can have breakthrough pain. This occurs when moderate to severe pain "breaks through" or is felt for a short time. If you experience this pain, use a short-acting medicine prescribed by your doctor. Don't wait for the pain to get worse. If you do, it may be harder to control. There are many different medicines and methods available to control cancer pain. You should expect your doctor to seek all the information and resources necessary to make you as comfortable as possible. If you are in pain and your doctor has no further suggestions, ask to see a pain specialist or have your doctor consult with a pain specialist. A pain specialist may be an oncologist, anesthesiologist, neurologist, neurosurgeon, other doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

I thought this article had some very useful information... Chemotherapy and oral care Adapted from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research by HealthGate Editorial Staff Back to Oral Health Center While chemotherapy helps treat cancer, it can also cause side effects that affect the mouth and could cause you to delay or stop treatment. To help prevent serious problems, see a dentist at least 2 weeks before starting chemotherapy. A dentist can help prevent mouth problems. How does chemotherapy affect the mouth? Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to treat cancer. These drugs kill cancer cells, but they may also harm normal cells, including cells in the mouth. Side effects include problems with your teeth and gums; the soft, moist lining of your mouth; and the glands that make saliva (spit). It's important to know that side effects in the mouth can be serious. The side effects can hurt and make it hard to eat, talk, and swallow. You are more likely to get an infection, which can be dangerous when you are receiving cancer treatment. If the side effects are bad, you may not be able to keep up with your cancer treatment. Your doctor may need to cut back on your cancer treatment or may even stop it. What mouth problems does chemotherapy cause? Different people have different side effects from chemotherapy. The problems depend on the chemotherapy drugs and how your body reacts to them. You may have these problems only during treatment or for a short time after treatment ends: Painful mouth and gums Dry mouth Burning, peeling, or swelling tongue Infection Change in taste You can see or feel most of these problems. Check your mouth every day. Why should I see a dentist? You may be surprised that your dentist is important in your cancer treatment. If you go to the dentist before chemotherapy begins, you can help prevent serious mouth problems. Side effects often happen because a person's mouth is not healthy before chemotherapy starts. Not all mouth problems can be avoided but the fewer side effects you have, the more likely you will stay on your cancer treatment schedule. It's important for your dentist and cancer doctor to talk to each other about your cancer treatment. Be sure to give your dentist your cancer doctor's phone number. When should I see a dentist? You need to see the dentist at least 2 weeks before chemotherapy begins. If you have already started chemotherapy and didn't go to a dentist, see one as soon as possible. What will the dentist and dental hygienist do? Check your teeth. Take x-rays. Take care of mouth problems. Show you how to take care of your mouth to prevent side effects. The dentist will do a complete exam. What can I do to keep my mouth healthy? You can do a lot to keep your mouth healthy during chemotherapy. The first step is to see a dentist before you start cancer treatment. Once your treatment starts, it's important to look in your mouth every day for sores or other changes. These tips can help prevent and treat a sore mouth: Keep your mouth moist. Drink a lot of water. Suck ice chips. Use sugarless gum or sugar-free hard candy. Use a saliva substitute to help moisten your mouth. Clean your mouth, tongue, and gums. Brush your teeth, gums, and tongue with an extra-soft toothbrush after every meal and at bedtime. If brushing hurts, soften the bristles in warm water. Use a fluoride toothpaste. Don't use mouthwashes with alcohol in them. Floss your teeth gently every day. If your gums bleed and hurt, avoid the areas that are bleeding or sore, but keep flossing your other teeth. Rinse your mouth several times a day with a solution of 1/4 teaspoon baking soda and 1/8 teaspoon salt in one cup of warm water. Follow with a plain water rinse. Dentures that don't fit well can cause problems. Talk to your cancer doctor or dentist about your dentures. Remember to stay away from: Sharp, crunchy foods, like taco chips, that could scrape or cut your mouth. Foods that are hot, spicy, or high in acid, like citrus fruits and juices, which can irritate your mouth. Sugary foods, like candy or soda, that could cause cavities. Toothpicks, because they can cut your mouth. All tobacco products. Alcoholic drinks. If your mouth is sore, watch what you eat and drink. Choose foods that are good for you and easy to chew and swallow. Take small bites of food, chew slowly, and sip liquids with your meals. Eat soft, moist foods such as cooked cereals, mashed potatoes, and scrambled eggs. If you have trouble swallowing, soften your food with gravy, sauces, broth, yogurt, or other liquids. Sipping liquids with your meals will make eating easier. Call your doctor or nurse when your mouth hurts. Work with them to find medicines to help control the pain. If the pain continues, talk to your cancer doctor about stronger medicines. If your child is having chemotherapy Chemotherapy causes other side effects in children, depending on the child's age. Problems with teeth are the most common. Permanent teeth may be slow to come in and may look different from normal teeth. Teeth may fall out. The dentist will check your child's jaws for any growth problems. Before chemotherapy begins, take your child to a dentist. The dentist will check your child's mouth carefully and pull loose teeth or those that may become loose during treatment. Ask the dentist or hygienist what you can do to help your child with mouth care. Your child has special dental needs. Remember: Visit your dentist before your cancer treatment starts. Take good care of your mouth during treatment. Talk regularly with your cancer doctor and dentist about any mouth problems you have. Call your cancer doctor or dentist if you have any mouth problems.

With my little boy having fun!!

I think she was on the movie "The Dukes of Hazzard" about a year ago. Whatever happened to the musical group "Hall and Oates"?

Oh my!! The last one is tooo funny.

Too many favorites.

Very cute

Glad to hear it. Thanks for letting us know!! God Bless! Jamie

Peregrine Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: PPHM), a biopharmaceutical company developing targeted therapeutics for the treatment of cancer and hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, today announced that one of its licensees has initiated European clinical trials of a novel anti-cancer agent developed with technology licensed from Peregrine. The investigational drug uses Peregrine's proprietary tumor necrosis therapy (TNT) technology. Peregrine's TNT technology platform targets the DNA that is released by the dead and dying cells found at the center of tumors. TNT-targeted therapies deliver their anti-cancer payload directly to the center of the tumor mass, thereby destroying the tumor "from the inside out," while sparing healthy tissue. Peregrine's radiolabeled TNT agent Cotara® is currently in clinical trials in the U.S. and India for the treatment of glioblastoma multiforme, and a radiolabeled agent using Peregrine's TNT technology for the treatment of lung cancer was recently launched in China. "We believe our TNT technology has considerable potential for targeting anti-cancer therapies, and we are very pleased that one of our licensees has now advanced another TNT anti-cancer agent into clinical trials," said Steven W. King, president and chief executive officer of Peregrine. "The recent launch of a TNT lung cancer therapy by a local firm in China, our new clinical program in India assessing TNT-based Cotara for brain cancer and this clinical debut in Europe make this an exciting time for TNT-based anti-cancer programs." Keeping fingers crossed..

Stable is so good!!! Congrats Wendy!! GOD BLESS! Jamie