[PET Scan 2-7-05 Not So Good]

Hoping surgery is the option for you. I know waiting is so hard ---

Gail P-m

[Maybe next month...]

Sorry to hear that the news wasn't better. However, it sounds like you have a good doctor, one who is going to work for your mom, until the right chemo is found. A good doc is so important. Hoping the next chemo for your mom is "the one".

Gail p-m

[2 weeks after radiation/chemo completed - Followup]

Sounds like you're going in the right direction; I hope the good news keeps coming.

Gail p-m

[My heart weighs a ton toninght]

Nell -- What a friend you continue to be and still are to Bob and his family! My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Gail P-M

[Had my first vaccine shot Wednesday]

I admire your strength and perseverance you have shown in looking for a trial. I pray it works for you and ends up helping many others. I look forward to your updates.

Gail P-M

[Six months today]

Ginny--

I can't believe it has been 6 months either. I remember how hard Earl fought the beast and how you lovingly looked after him at home during his last weeks. I, too, admire your strength but have no words to ease your pain. Just know we all care about you and we're here if you need us or just want to "talk".

[Bad News]

You and your family remain in my prayers. You all deserve a break big-time.

Gail p-m

[Everything is OK]

A sigh of relief from BC too. Those darn mammograms. I know they have saved lives but they've scared countless others to death -- almost, that is!

Gail p-m

[it's A Pity Party and You're ALL invited!!!]

Makes good sense to me a pity party with a start and end. Enjoy or should I say Don't Enjoy. I'm not really sure. As you said, the battle starts again on Monday and I know you, Fay, battle on you will.

Gail p-m

[I need some prayers]

Prayers being sent out for you. As others have said, there are many mammogram scares -- my sister just had one this past summer. It turned out well and hoping really hard that yours turns out well too..

Gail p-m

[I am a little worried]

You and your family are always in my thoughts and prayers but I'll send some extra prayers your way for tomorrow. I hope they figure things out soon and get you "better."

Gail P-M

[Update]

Bob is so fortunate to have some good hospice people and good friends with him at this difficult time.

Gail P-M

[First time grandpa]

New life is always such wonderful news. Enjoy that new grandbaby!!!

[so far, so good]

Glad you got the good news. I know that sometimes when I'm under stress, it helps me to go to work to keep my mind busy and get away from the stress for a few minutes at a time, at least. But I do understand that you don't want to blow-up at co-workers. Are you on anti-anxiety meds? Perhaps, if not, you could take it shortly before scan time or increase it then?

Gail p-m

[More good Alimta news]

May the good news continue to come!

Gail P-M

[Update on Bob, very rough day.]

So sorry to hear about Bob's prognosis. They are lucky to have you as a friend. Prayers and thoughts being sent their way.

Gail P-M

[clear]

Great news about the empty head. Now rest and rest and get rid of the cough -- but as a teacher of 3rd graders, I know it can hang on.

Gail P-M

[Finally accepted for clinical trial]

So glad to hear that you're accepted for a trial. Praying for good results.

Gail P-M

[Lucie Update 02/10/05]

My prayers and thoughts are always with you and Lucie. The cruise sounds like a wonderful idea.

Gail P-M

[It's back]

Beth --

So sorry to hear your news but glad your family is home. I know your oncologist will come up with a plan tomorrow and you will continue to fight this beast. Always remember that we are here for you.

Gail P-M

[Wonderful news on Pop's]

So glad to hear the good news. Hope it keeps on coming!

Gail P-M

[My dad has passed on]

I'm so sorry about your father. You two must have been very close -- living on the same block and having him help care for your twins. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this very difficult time.

Gail P-M

[Pop's is in the hospital ---update on the update]

Prayers being sent from British Columbia for a quick recovery and discharge for your Dad.

Gail P-M

[Calling all Lima Beans-Dave's not empty headed yet]

I don't know how many times i went to doctors with my dad and left with more unanswered questions in my mind than I went in with. Frustrating!!! This included waiting and watching a possible mets. That had a good outcome and I so hope that waiting and watching for Dave also has a good outcome. I would like to see him a member of the Empty-Head Club!!

Gail P-M

[Jim is gone]

Margaret,

I am so very sorry for your loss. Jim certainly sounded like a wonderful man. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this very difficult time.

Gail P-M