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Hi everyone, I have just posted on the SCLC board about my dearest mum who is still going strong 6 years after being diagnosed with extensive SCLC. She had chemotherapy in 2007 and also had a breast cancer diagnosis later that year! Lots of love and best wishes to you and your loved ones who are fighting this and please, please ,please never give up! God bless xxx

Hi everyone, it's been a looooong time since I've been on this board but I have not forgotten the help and support I received here. My update on my mum is long overdue so apologies but we have been off enjoying things. Mum continues to amaze her doctors and also us. She is still a little unsteady and gets out of breath easily BUT she is still here and enjoying life. I can't have imagined this when she was first diagnosed and the doc gave her 'weeks' as the prognosis. I hope this gives you and your loved ones some real hope and my message is never give up! That's not to say the journey has been easy as there have been many ups and downs. I wish you all lots of luck on your own journeys and hope to see more and more longer term survivors of SCLC. God bless xxx

Rob, Glad to hear you have finished your treatment. Hopefully the side effects will ease over the coming weeks. Time to take it easy as you recover. TIP -Get plenty of fluids if you can't eat much !! God bless Debbie

Good Luck with todays treatment Rob !! God bless Debbie

What wonderful news !! Thanks for the hope !! God bless Debbie

Jen, Thank you so much for sharing and giving us some hope. I am so happy to read this and wish you and your family much happiness. God bless Debbie

Julia, i am deeply shocked & saddened to hear about Aaron. I can't imagine how you must be feeling. Wishing you strength & peace at this dreadful time Debbie

Allie, Good Luck for tomorrow ! I will be thinking of you & sending warm wishes Take care & God bless Debbie

Hi Allie, I am just on my way out but wanted to say how sorry I am to hear of your dear mums diagnosis. I know exactly how you are feeling as I was just the same at the beginning with my mum.You are in shock - some days you will feel numb and others weepy, some a bit more hopeful. All in all, up and down. You have come to a great site here with wonderful people to help you. Keep in touch! God bless Debbie

What a great picture !! Sorry I missed your post but wanted to say sorry you are feeling sad. Those memories will live forever. God bless Debbie

Stephanie, I am so sad to read this. Your beautiful mother fought hard and you were with her throughout her battle until the end. I cant imagine your pain right now. You must be in such shock. Be gentle with yourself. Wishing you strength & peace God bless Debbie

Hi Colleen, Welcome to the board. I hope you find much comfort and support and that your treatment is a success. Jack is beautiful and your hubby is a diamond !! We are here whenever you need us God bless Debbie

Steph, I am so sorry to hear about your mum. My heart really goes out to you. With regard to the hospice decision - there are many things to consider e.g can you cope at home ? can other family members help out? I hear really positive things about hospice at home but also away from home so I think the standard of care is much the same at both. It also depends on what your mum might have preferred and also what you and your family think is best. I am praying that you find strength at this difficult time. God bless you & your mum Debbie

Andy, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. It sounds like you had a great relationship with him and you can take comfort from the fact that you had such a great pop. Wishing you and your family strength & peace at this time. God bless Debbie

Teri, Thanks for sharing this, it quite simple but so true. I found it quite comforting and calming to read. I am sure many will be helped by those words. Thanks again & God bless Debbie

Sarah, So very sorry to read about your loss. I can't imagine your pain right now. I do know that you will cope as we are all much stronger than we believe. Take it slowly, allow yourself to be upset/angry and accept help and support. Remember your wonderful mum often for the happier times you shared. God bless you Wishing you and your family strength & peace Debbie

Dear Ghita, I am so very sorry to read this. Please take care of yourself and remember you are not alone. We are here for you Wishing you strength & peace Debbie

Hi Sundi, Just wanted to welcome you and wish your dear mum well with her treatment.Hope she is still doing well. I am 9 months along this road with my mum and remember all too well that dreadful shock of those first few weeks - it still hits me sometimes but once treatment is underway you kinda go with the flow and settle down a bit.Its certainly not easy but people here have helped me so much. Even though I do not post much I gain much peace from reading the experiences and thoughts of everyone here. I hope you do too. Wishing you strength & best wishes in 2008 God bless Debbie

Debi, Great to hear some good news !! Congratulations that you are doing so well and long may this continue!! God bless & hope 2008 brings you all that you wish for Debbie

Lovely sentiment Teri. Thinking about you and all others who are missing their loved ones right now. Wishing you peace and strength for 2008. God bless Debbie

Teri, Your post was truly beautiful and moved me so much.Thank you for taking the time to share your feelings. Thanks for the inspiration and I wish you continued strength and peace. God bless Debbie

Hi Connie, Just to let you know I am thinking about you and am ready to pray when you get your surgery. In no time it will be over and you can enjoy Christmas !! Wishing you& Maurie strength & peace God bless Debbie

Hi Jackie, Welcome to the board.There is plenty to browse here and many people who will support and advise you when you need it. I love watching dogs do agility, think its fantastic and always wanted to have a go but unfortunately I used to own Afghan hounds - NOT very agile OR obedient I'm afraid !!! Wishing you the best of luck with the Gemzar and hope you feel better soon. God bless Debbie

So sorry to hear this dreadful news. Wishing you strength & peace God bless Debbie

Well done Teri !! I am pleased you felt up to doing this wonderful walk so soon after losing Bill. You must be so strong. Wishing you further strength and peace to lift you up when you feel those 'downs' approaching. God bless Debbie