[Andrea, hows mom]

Yes, that is amazing in the span of 1 week going from almonst on a ventilator to happy shopping! Only thing better than shopping is buying!!! Hope all appts. this week go well.

Gail p-m

[Update on Mom]

Love the picture and do keep us posted on your mom's progress. Hopefully the scans in a month will be good.

Gail p-m

[A Lovely Lady Lost Her Battle]

I do remember your post about Virginia. I'm so sorry to hear that she has passed away. I will say a prayer for her and as another dog lover, I hope her little dog does okay without her.

Gail p-m

[Onc/ appt. today]

I like your doctor's (and mom's) attitude too. Prayers that the future scans turn out well.

Gail P-m

[Mum's results and new treatment]

Jana

I'm so sorry to hear about the progression of this da** disease and don't know about this medication. However, I do send my continued prayers for your Mom.

Gail p-m

[Interesting New Insurance Development.]

I'm so sorry that on top of everything else, you have to worry about health insurance now. I hope things in this area resolve quickly so that the focus can be kept on fighting this da** disease. That's more than enough to worry about.

Prayers continue.

Gail p-m

[God called my mom to be with him....]

Bet,

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.

Gail p-m

PS That newspaper article was a wonderful tribute to your mom. She was an extremely special lady.

[No Longer Empty Headed]

David --

I'm so sorry to hear about the pain which they still can't seem to get under control. You're long overdue for a break from the da** disease. I know this is all discouraging for you but remember many of us send prayers daily for the Chapman family and we're not going to stop.

Gail P-M

[The PET scan results stink]

Peggy--

I'm so so sorry to hear this rotten news. Please don't worry about sharing the truth and discouraging any of us. You've been such an inspiration and encourager, now it's our turn to try to help you out. It's good to get the emotions and worries "out" as you have done. You have my unending prayers that Alimta is the "magic bullet" for your husband. And I hope now that hubby is on medical leave, you two can go and do some "fun" things together when hubby is feeling well enough to do so.

Gail p-m

[Test Postponed]

Nina--

Not a problem to send some extra June prayers for you.

Gail p-m

[Newcomer to This Board]

Hi Michael--

Welcome to a great support group! I'm not sure why they are not doing chemo for you either; a second opinion never hurts. My Dad is almost a 5 year survivor of l.c. and he's 81. I believe he is going to hit a "rough road" shortly (he just had a PET today due to new problems which are indicative of a spread); however, he's geared up to continue fighting and working on the next 5 years. So please don't believe those statistics.

Gail p-m

PS I'm just a bit north of you in B.C.

[Scan Results]

Glad for your good scan results but wish you didn't have to deal with the pain. Hopefully, the pain issue will be resolved soon and the scans will stay clean.

Gail p-m

[Thank you]

Tammy--

I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayes go out to you and your family.

Gail p-m

[The Singing Fat Lady??/ Frank Lamb Update 5/18/05]

Frank--

As someone else said, it's strange to enjoy a post such as yours -- I laughed and cried at the same time. If I see the Fat Lady, I'll grab her passport and they'll never let her back into the US, not with all the border security these days.

Prayers for you and Connie

Gail p-m

[Crossroads]

Kel

I'm sorry you're at this crossroads with your mother. I know how difficult it is -- having done it with my mom 7 years ago. You love them so much and don't want to let go, yet you see their pain and suffering and wonder how much more they can take.... It's a tough place to be for both you and your mom. I send my prayers to both of you.

(((Kel)))

Gail p-m

[The Results are In]

So glad to see your good news!!

Gail p-m

[Andrea how is your Mommy? (home update)]

So glad to hear about your mom's amazing recovery as well as all of her lives. Glad she still has more to go. Also hope the exfoliation went well.

Gail p-m

[Andrea how is your Mommy? (home update)]

Glad to hear your mom is out of ICU and is feeling better. Prayers being sent that she continues to get better and has no permanent damage.

Gail p-m

[Mike and Nicole walked together down the isle]

I have tears in my eyes reading your post. I can just imagine how special it was to your husband (and Nicole) to be able to walk Nicole down the aisle and then to be able to do the father/bride dance. That's so wonderful!!! Prayers that Mike's strength keeps on growing and growing.

Gail p-m

[Hospital AGAIN!]

Yikes, Beth! Sorry you're having such a rough time with the nausea. Prayers it will be under control soon and you'll be back to your old self. In the meantime, I'll be thinking of you and looking for an update when you get the upper hand on this thing.

Gail p-m

[Scans tomorrow, would appreciate some prayers]

Please add my prayers to the many for good scans.

Gail p-m

['Cloud' brings rays of hope]

Thanks for posting this article. It's no surprise to me, an animal lover, that pets can lift your spirits when you're "down".

Gail p-m

[Andrea how is your Mommy? (home update)]

Appreciate the update-- I've been checking. In the meantime, prayers are continuing for your mom.

Gail p-m

[Is there any Update on Betty?]

I, too, have been thinking about Betty who remains in my prayers.

Gail p-m

[Brain Surgery * update*]

Millie--

That's quite the story. But glad the end result is your Mom seems to be doing okay now. Prayers sent out to your mom for a speedy recovery.

Gail p-m