Lisa O

Hi... For some reason, the email works for some and not for others... it does not seem to work for aol users as the mailboxes jam too quickly. For those who PM'd me and did not get it - please let us know so we can try again or get you a hard copy!!! Thanks Lisa

It is great to hear from you Fay. You have been on my mind. You have been in my prayers and I am really pulling for a fast and full recovery.

How is our Fay doing today? Has anyone spoken with her or her loved ones? Lisa

You are awesome and quite an inspiration! Welcome back! xoxo Lisa

I have said a prayer. Good luck.

The tape has been sent via email to Rebecca CW and Kaffi. If anyone wants a copy via email, I will send it. Maryanne, I am trying to send it via your emial but I am having problems... I sent you a pm.

I went here to try but I have to send it to an email address... not to the site.... anyone want to put their email address up for me to try?

My husband had a computer file made so that I can send it for every one to see.... BUT I HAVEN'T FIGURED OUT HOW??? Hopefully, I will have it figured out soon and a place to send it.

Thanks for the update... She is in my prayers.

My continued prayers are with her.

And once again.... the light at the end of the tunnel.... It is so hard to remember sometimes that it can be the *&*^%&* drugs that make us feel so awful. I am so glad you are back! Yay and Hurray. I will put some baily's in my coffee in your honor... or maybe just some cocoa? Welcome back to the brighter side. Lisa

You know your an LCSC member when instead of listing complaints, we count five reasons to feel blessed and happy each day... and so often one of those reasons is that we have eachother!

Honestly Laura Ann, Your sister clearly has several risk factors that are greater than that of the general public. I understand her fears. Because of our lack of funding and research it is impossible to isolate why MOST smokers never get lc and some nonsmokers do get it - even with all of the genetic, viral, and exposure issues listed above. My oncologist recommends screening for first degree relatives of lc patients with or without tobacco exposure. There are just too many variables and not enough research to get a black and white answer.

I'm sorry Jim.... but I am sure you will be a NERD again in no time!~

Welcome home TAnn... Keep us posted as to the plan!

I am so sorry Don and Lucie. You are both in my prayers. I sure do admire the way you move from disappointment to *&%$# (expletives) to hope and determination. My prayers are with you. Lisa

Smoke is truly not the only reason for a lung cancer diagnosis. There are many cases diagnosed which are unrelated to tobacco, even second hand. Several doctors have proposed theories including a viral cause for mine somewhere down in the family tree (related to a sheep virus), a genetic anomoly, and scar tissue combining with other problems leading to BAC. Other lung cancers have been related to asbestos, agent orange, viral exposure, scarring, radon, and of course tobacco exposure, first hand or otherwise.

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Prayers and more prayers coming your way. I hope the bloody mary helped.

prayers have been said. Enjoy the lobster. I am so sorry she is sick.

Cindi, I think I found your mojo... it's a bit dusty and worn out and really really tired but with some rest and understanding and TLC I think it will be back to full swing in no time. You have been through so much. Sometimes it is ok to just take a break and not try to serve up drinks or jokes or smiles. Anger and frustration have their place for a limited time. I wish you well in your decision making. Think things through and think out loud here so we can be a sounding board. There are more options that will come to light. Get as many opinions as you can.

Dearest Peggy, Whether you post or not, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish you peace and comfort in these difficult days. Lisa

I sure hope Charlie gets to enjoy the trip up to the college. You will all be in my thoughts.

Someone get that woman some cake!

What a wonderful post after a week of being bombarded by lung cancer statistics in the media. I hope you continue to enjoy all fo life's little miracles for a very long time.