-Cheryl-

Hi Faith, Sorry that you are experencing this. Yo said it was painful. Does it itch? If so, what about natural remedies such as.....cornstarch, or vasoline. Do you think your scalp is extra sensitive to soap because of he chemo? Mine got scaley when I lost my hair. My sister went to Whole foods and bought me this special shampoo called OLiva, with Olive Oil and Aloe. Good Luck! Cheryl

Alisa, You stated that you actually ended up being diagnosed 3A. Was there mediastinal involvement? I also noticed you recieved no radiation. Would you mind sharing your experience. WE are the same age and DX. Thanks, Cheryl

Cindy, Glad to see you are up and about. I hope your recovery continues to go so well. Cheryl

Tiny, Yeah for the good scan! Enjoy that trip too! Cheryl

A., I was told the same thing by my chemo onc. If I recall correctly when I asked my chemo onc about vitamins and supplements, he said "that chemo is supposed to fight the cancer cells, as do antioxidants. The chemo becomes less effective when taking the antioxidants. It would be counterproductive." I don't know if that helped. Cheryl

Ginny, That is hopeful news. I know the "Duke" is up for the fight. You guys hang in there! Cheryl

Dear Guest, Have you had chemo in the past? I still have some residual ringing in my ears since having had chemo. Certain chemos like Cisplat can cause ringing in the ears. Symptoms may not show up for months or even years because of the way the drug acts on the body. Cheryl

Becky, I got everything crossed that your bone scan will show nothing. I also hope that the steriods improve your breathing. Hang in there! You are in my prayers. Cheryl

LInda, My PET scan showed some uptake in the supraclavical node, when I was first diagnosed. It does not feel enlarged to the touch. I was given chemo and rad, then evaluated for surgery. Linda, I am sorry that the surgery has to be put off. I bet that the treatment will work and your Dad will get the surgery! I know time is of he essence when were dealing with cancer. When will the onc start treatment again? Cheryl

Thank you everyone for your prayes and support. Karen I am very sorry about your Terrier. Wow, 14 years is such a long time to be fortunate enough to have a dog. I have 4 dogs and they are all getting up in age. Fay thanks for the pictures! They really cheered me up. Poor Jack, he is having nightmares and not sleeping over Apache. He feels "traumatized" over the loss. We should get the results back today on the type of virus he had. Jack did not want anymore horses, and wanted to sell the stallion we have- Apache's brother. The poor stallion has been calling out for the last 2 days for his pasture mate. Jack finally buckled and said that he wanted to get a mare for me and a mate for the stallion. Deb, I know what you mean about always wanting a horse as a kid. I did not get one untill 42 years of age! Everyone thinks I am crazy, too old! But it has become such a passion of mine. I love just watching them, of course riding is fun too. I have dreams about riding bareback, the wind in my hair (I have none right now! Ha!), and flying over canyons. I know it sounds silly, but this imagery really relaxes me. Thanks to you all again. Cheryl

LInda, Prayers are being said for you and your Dad for tomorrow! God watch over you. Cheryl

Ginny, I am truly sorry to hear about "The Duke" How are you holding up? I love Earl's mantra to "live life as normal." I will try hard to do just that myself as long as I can. Tell Earl thanks for the advice. I do hope you guys get another opinion on treatment! Cheryl

Sandy, Your hair is too cute. I want that cut....if I had some hair. I got this soft fuzz sprouting up all over my head. I have a feeling it will be very curley. My hair already is, but my mom's came back in very curley and dark. So, I bet mine will do the same thing. Is there a name for that style? Cheryl

Connie, You get better and know that we all will be praying hard for your recovery. Please do keep us updated through Donna. I am so sorry that you are having to go through this again, but from what your doctor says, it sounds encouraging. We love you and are missing you already. Cheryl

Dear Friends, Apache was so ill that Jack called the Vet out this morning to put him down. Jack did not want me to go out there to be with him because he would try to get up when he saw me. There was so much blood everywhere from him hurting himself in his attempts to get up. His brother called out to him in distress. He went peacefully. I just have this big hole in my heart. No matter how bad I felt, I would go out to visit with him. He always made me feel better. I hurt for him as if I lost a family member. Cheryl

Dear Friends, Please pray for my 2 yr. old paint Horse. He was walking odd FRi. night and we called out a vet. He drew blood to test for the West Nile virus. There is no cure for this virus, all we can do is wait an watch. Yesterday morning, he went down and has been unable to get back up. His lips are all bloody where he keeps hitting the ground in attempts to get up. I can't stand to watch him suffer. Yet, 60% pull out of it. Please pray for my dear friend who gets me up and out of the bed every morning. We have had many long talks together and he is such a good listener. I remember when I went to a farm to pick him out. I named him Appache because his Dad is named Cherokee and he looks like an Indian blanket. Appache is the first horse I have ever owned. He is as gentle as a lamb. I invite children that I counsel over to feed him carrots and pet on him. He really cheers them and me up. My heart is breaking for him. Your prayers have pulled me through the darkest hours, please pray for him too. There is power in numbers! Thank you. Cheryl

Cindy, I am praying that you won't be down too long recovering from surgery. Congratulations on remission!!!! CHERYL

Linda, I am saying prayers for your special Dad, that he gets to have his surgery! Just remind yourself that these calcium deposits have happened before. Stay positive! Cheryl

David, That is a pretty amazing amount of money to raise! Congratulations! David, you look good bald. However, Ray, you need to keep this look!!! You certainly do not look sick, you look like a movie star....like the Rock! What a hottie! No disrespect to Mrs. Ray. But back to being serious...David how awsome. You make us proud. You encourage me to get out there and do something! Cheryl

Zimbo, I would demand a brain MRI if one has not been done recently. Bet of luck. Cheryl

Beck, Reports are so scare and confusing to read. Mine has said "uptake- possibly metastisis shown in lymph node, new mass not previously seen on scan...etc." My reports had me trrified and in tears. All my doctors were not worried about these findings saying that the "new mass is benign and was seen on previous scan...just a different angle" , also "lymph node is reactive, but that doesn't mean cancerous." I never trust just one, and will get the opinion of my chemo onc rad onc, and surgeon. I pray that you hear something back on the RFA soon!!!

I tried to e-mail Ada's husband my condolences, but the e-mail address has been closed. I too am so very sad about Ada. She never complained and was always positive and supportive. She was one of the first people to respond to me. We both had the same diagnosis, and she really encouraged me to proceed with having surgery. Does anyone know what happened to Ada? Cheryl

Dear Bluebayou, So sorry to hear about the mets. I agree with you...bulk up and get your fighting weight on. The chemo and rad will effect your appetite. Plus you just need comforting rght now. I think I will have a bowl with you! Take care and pamper yourself right now! Cyber hugs!!! Cheryl

Eileen, Congratulations! That grandbaby is reason enough to stick around a long while, huh! cheryl

Bob, Your news is fantastic! It serves to motivate people with LC and offers us hope for survival. Congratulations! Cheryl