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Debi, This is just incredibly wonderful! Thank you for posting this. Hugs Chris

Connie, My heart just breaks for you. I know there are no words that I can say to make this better but I want you to know that you and your family are in my prayers. I wish so much there was more I could do.. Sending hugs and lots of love and prayers, Chris

Connie, So very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. Chris

Hi Shirlie I just wanted to thank you for posting the juicing ideas. I have a friend that I think and hope this info will benefit. Hope all is going well there.. Hugs, Chris

Hello Donna and welcome. You can see by now that this is a wonderful place to get information and support. It has been so helpful for me. Sending you all the best, Chris

Cathy Sending hugs and prayers... Chris

Carleen. Prayers and love and hugs and more prayers for you and Keith.... Chris

Hi everyone and thank you SOOOO much for all of the love and support. Yes I am beyond proud of my son and all that he has accomplished. He is hoping to go on to college now and earn his degree in engineering, due in part to Brad's influence. Someone told me recently that looking at the pain as a reminder of how much the people we lose impacted our lives, and viewing it as a positive thing rather than a negative is a good way to cope. I must say, I cannot recall who told me that, but it is helping. Again, thank you for being here for me, and for accepting me into this loving and wonderful family. Love and hugs and prayers for all of us, Chris

Shirley, You might find a lot of information by posting this question in the NEW TREATMENT, MEDICATIONS & CLINICAL TRIALS forum. I have seen a lot of posts dealing with Tarceva in general and I am certain that someone can answer that. One of the things I was researching toward the end was the alternative therapies since the conventional or text book treatments were doing NOTHING for Brad was iscador. One of the cancer institutes in British Columbia was doing a study on it and it sounded very positive. But again, what works for one does not always work for another. Chris

Hi Shirley, You are so right, the wealth of information out there is really overwhelming at times. I did so much reading and researching in the beginning that I would reach the point of complete overload! I have hundreds of files saved that I have looked at or into, if you are ever looking for anything specific, just let me know and if I have it I will be more than happy to share it. Canada seems to deal with the cancer issues a little differently, or so it seems to me. There are a lot of very good options available there, but it seems as though the oncologists are reluctant to "go out on a limb" in some cases. Not to say that they are all that way, but the ones I am familiar with seemed to be. Hugs, Chris

Hello Tracy and welcome~ I am not sure about the support groups off the top of my head but I will look into my notes etc and if I have a link I will get it to you ASAP I am glad you found us here. I will be in touch soon~ Chris

Hello Shirley, You are very welcome! I only wish I could do MORE but I am here for you in whatever way I can be. I found and read your post in the other forum. You can see what I was talking about as far as how wonderful everyone on this site are! If you have questions, post them and you WILL get some guidance as to where to get the answers if someone here does not have them. One thing I would like to add to the advice you have, get a notebook or an organizer of sorts and write EVERYTHING down. If you go with your parents to the dr appts, jot down any questions you have and all the results and info you are given at the appts. (A good idea for your mom if she goes to the appts too) I also agree with the 2nd and 3rd and how ever many other opinions advice. If you and your family are not happy with the treatment and want to explore more options, that is your RIGHT to do so. Not all drs are thrilled about alternative therapies, but if that is something you wish to look into, there is a forum on here dedicated to that topic alone. Brad was in Canada and your comment about the initial dr returning to Canada made me wonder. Is/was that the dr who was telling you Tarceva was not working etc? I was a little surprised at the reluctance Brad ran into when he would ask about different therapies, etc and that made me wonder about the dr you mentioned. Ok, I am sorry, this got lengthy! Keep me posted and talk to you soon Hugs Chris

Hello Shirley, My name is Chris and although I am not really too familiar with the treatments aspects I am always willing to listen! I am really sorry that you had to find this site but at the same time, this is one of the best places to get information, support and just talk to people who understand what you are going through. Have you posted on the newcomers thread? I guarantee that you will be able to find answers to ANY questions you may have. My best advice to you is to stay positive, learn as much as you can about ALL forms of treatment and ASK as many questions as you need to. Both here and of the doctors. You and your family are in my prayers and remember, I am here for you. I may not have all the answers but I will always do what I can and I will always listen! Hugs Chris

Hello Angelof Charlie, Would you like to tell us about yourself? Chris

Hi, Well just when I thought that I had cried the last tears I possibly could, more surfaced. ugh. My oldest son graduated from high school this past weekend. He and Brad had been so close, great buddies. It had been everyones hope that Brad would be here for this. Unfortunately that was just not meant to be I guess. I spent the better part of last week fighting the overwhelming emotions, both of watching my son receive his awards and a scholarship and all the feelings of pride that those events brought forth. Then I realized there was something/someone missing. I know this is "normal" and that the grief does not just stop. I guess I was just really shocked at how much it still hurts. It will be 6 months on June 10th, and that just does not seem possible at all. Thanks so much for letting me vent. This site and my being able to try and help others through their own struggles has been so therapeutic. Thank you all for welcoming me and allowing me to be a part of this wonderful family. Chris

Hello Shirlie and welcome to the site. I sent you a pm.. Chris

Carleen, Love and prayers for you and Keith and your family. Chris

My prayers, condolences and deepest sympathies to Teri's family. Chris

Hey Darrell... I hope you did not think I was not about to jump on this celebration with the rest of the gang here! I know we have talked about this a LOT in recent days but oh man, the good news is soooooo sweet! You keep fighting darlin'!! Love ya! Hugs Chris

My prayers and condolences to you and your family at this time of loss. Chris

Hello Meredith, Welcome to the group. Although I cannot offer much in the way of advice as far as treatments, etc. I can tell you this is a wonderful group as far as support. Chris

Hello Lisa and welcome. I am sorry you had to find us here, but glad you have posted. Although I personally cannot offer you much in the way of answers to your questions, I can assure you that there are many, many people here that can and will be able to help you. You will find so much care and support here as well. I have you in my prayers.. Chris

Carleen, Just wanted to let you know you and Keith are in my thoughts and prayers. Love and hugs Chris

Hello Kathleen and welcome, I am so very sorry about everything you are dealing with there. You have come to a wonderful place though and I am glad you have joined us here. As Holly has told you, there are so many wonderful and knowledeable people here that can and will help you through this. They can and will answer your many questions, or can point you in the right direction to find the answers and maybe more importantly, we are all here to support you in whatever ways you need. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Chris

Hello Laurel and welcome. I am sorry you had to find this site, but glad you did. You will find so many knowledgeable, caring and warm~hearted people here who can answer your questions, which will be numerous I am sure as well as give you the support that you need. You and your mom are in my prayers, Chris