trish2418

I love your attitude, Bucky! Haven't had WBR myself, so can't comment on that. But with your attitude, I'm sure you'll do well. Glad you got your girls with you. Trish

Do you live near a college? You might find that nursing majors or early childhood ed majors might be able to fashion unpaid internships that count toward college requirements. Maybe you can find a sorority that would love to help out -- I was always involved in activities like that when I was in college and it was always so rewarding to me. High school future teachers or future nurses clubs? Big Brothers/Big Sisters? You're incredible, Tanner. I sincerely hope things improve for all of you. Hang in there. Trish

My heart goes out to all of you, Tanner. What a difficult situation. Is there a social worker at the onc.'s practice or in the hospital that might be able to help with suggestions? School is ending soon and you might be able to get the girls into a camp situation. good luck to all of you. Trish

I'm sending lots of prayers for you and your husband. Hope the elevated liver enzymes turn out to be insignifcant and that the WBR can succeed with great success. Hang in there. Trish

Hi Leslie, I worked half-days while I was doing radiation and took the whole day off (Friday) and the next work day (Monday) off when I had chemo. I took a long nap when I got home from work and went to bed early every night. Fortunately, my employers were very understanding and never made me feel that my job was in jeopardy. Good luck to your dad during treatment. Take care. Trish

Radiation keeps working on your body 2 weeks. As you go further into the radiation sessions, the cumulative effect is just exhaustive. I'm a strong woman but radiation knocked me on my butt for sure. I did start to bounce back about 2 weeks after radiation ended. Good luck to your MIL. You're a very special DIL. Trish

So sorry you had to find us, but Welcome. I think you'll find a lot of hope and encouragement by reading the profiles beneath our signatures. We have lots and lots of IIA NSCLC survivors. Keep us posted on how treatment is going. Trish

Now that's funny! Trish

I'm so sorry, Kelly, and I'm sending lots of prayers for you, your mom and your entire family. Your dedication to your mom was just beautiful. Trish

That's great news, Jane. Sending lots of prayers for you and your mom. Trish

Sending you well wishes. Trish

So glad you're doing well, Cindy. You are an inspiration to so many of us. Stay well. Trish

Has anyone talked to marym? Mary from the Tampa area? She hasn't posted since March. Hope all is well, Mary. Trish

Sending hugs to you, Bucky. There's lots of hope for you as there are many successful treatments for brain mets. Hang in there and have faith that the treatment will work. Trish

Welcome, Tammy. So sorry to hear of your mother's diagnosis. I hope treatment goes well for her. Hang in there. Trish

Aw, Joanie, I'm so sorry you're having to go through this. Hopefully the antibiotics will take care of the infection and the docs won't have to do any further exploring. Take care of yourself. Trish

I'm honored to have "known" your mom, Dana. She was so unselfish with her kind and encouraging words. She will be missed. My heart goes out to you and your family. Take care of yourselves in this difficult time. Hugs and prayers for all of you, Trish

I'm glad that you'll be there with your dad. Hope everything goes well and the treatment does a number on the cancer cells. Hang in there. Trish

What great news, Carol. Thanks for sharing. Trish

Sending prayers for great results in June. Until then, Nonni, don't go looking for trouble. RELAX!! (I know, easier said than done.) Hugs, Trish

Please accept my condolences. May your mother-in-law rest in peace. Trish

What a beauty! Trish

I had the horrible white head rash and, like Joe said, the combo of Minocycline and Duac gel got rid of it pretty quickly. Call the oncologist, they may prescribe over the phone. Good luck. Trish

Any time there's no growth, that's GREAT news. Enjoy the time off from chemo and keep the good results coming. Trish

We're here for you, Jessica. I'll be saying lots of prayers that the nodules turn out to be nothing to worry about. Hang in there. Trish