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It was that magical manicure. Glad to hear something good. gail

At my five year check up I took flowers for the front desk. I told them I was a five year supplier and they were very instrumental in helping me get there. They were very surprised and very touched. When I left the appointment, I stopped at the desk and told them when people asked about the flowers to tell people a 5 year lung cancer survivor provided them. This August was my next visit. I brought flowers for the front desk again, telling them the same thing. When I left I asked to speak to the social worker and gave her our website. She has a lung cancer group but did not know what LUNGevity was!!! I found that a little scary, but reminded myself that she handles a lot of cancers. I left my phone number with her as well. gail

I am on my second cup of morning coffee and went through these posts. Linda, I feel your fire!!! I can hear your passion from here. You are on a roll and keep it up!!! I was a smoker from 1974-1984 (college through single life) and quit BEFORE attempting pregnancy. Never went back. I was told if I quit after 10 years it would be like I never smoked. When diagnosed in 2001 the surgeon called me a smoker. I was irate and clued him in. His answer was "you did smoke" And I reminded him I was a nonsmoker longer than I was a smoker. Keep your train rolling gail

It was Ry's idea not mine!! I would come to California and take you for a facial. It is tough to stay stressed when someone is rubbing your face for 30 minutes. What is the nesting update? gail

You can use whatever forum you want!!!! We don't worry about structure here, but we want you to feel comfortable. General is always a good place to start. Just post your questions, sit back and watch the replies come in! gail

We are all with you in spirit. Hugs and prayers and hugs and prayers. gail

When my lung cancer was found 5 years ago, another small nodule was also evident, and it shows up every now and then. My cancer was just 1 cm, and caught very early. I will be going for a CT/PET scan in October to check on the lingering nodule. Apparently it is a new machine and is very good at diagnosing these small nodules that may not otherwise be seen. In the meantime, try to keep busy. We live with the "Don't borrow trouble" theme here. Today you are fine!! gail

Midnight Train to Georgia--Gladys Night gail

Yes, you are jumping, but that's okay. I started having symptoms to October, they treated me for pneumonia, the nodule wasn't discovered until March, and surgery was in April. Try, try, try to go one step at a time. Please??? gail

Much love, much prayers and much respect go to you do girl for the unconditional love you have shown to your mama. Thank you for sharing her with us. love gail

Rock in the USA -- John Cougar Mellencamp gail

Say You, Say Me -- Lionel Ritchie gail PS Are we starting to date ourselves? I keep coming up with 70's songs

All the Girls I've Loved Before -- Willie Nelson & Julio Iglesias gail

Last Dance -- Donna Summer (my last dance at my wedding 23 years ago) gail

Happy dance, happy dance! gail

All Night Long -- Lionel Ritchie gail

Hell no!!! You are NOT overreacting!! Give em Hell Harry! gail

Hey Connie !!! Teachers have nothing to do with it!!! We always blame the administrators!!! And Debi--keep your eye on the DAILY PRIZE, and soon those days will turn to years. gail

Oh those gosh darned public schools!!!! I am glad you all survived. And yes, I like what Connie said--once we have kicked some cancer butt, look out anybody else!!! Remember too--my little guy was 7 with my first diagnosis and we are taking him out to start his JUNIOR year of college!!! Enjoy!!! gail

Do You Want to Dance? Bette Midler again!

Wind Beneath My Wings == Bette Midler (this was my own ) gail

The Boys of Summer -- Don Henley (my husband helped) gail

Glad you finally got an answer. I had a tooth pulled, and with an ativan and novacaine I was fine once it all wore off. Tooth pain is the worst. good luck gail

All sounds good so far! I found my recovery went well because I rested a lot for the first 2 weeks and stuck with the pain meds pretty religiously then too. Waiting until you feel pain may be too late. I was off of all meds before my four week check up. Let us know gail

I am sorry to be getting to this late--I know that it must hurt terribly. gail