[Wonderful hospice in New York City]

Thanks Melinda,

I am sure this recommendation will be helpful to a lot of folks in your area.

I wonder if anyone has similar recommendations as far as hospices in CA are concerned!

Hope you and and Geoff are coping well and that your Mom is comfortable. Love. Paddu

[Bumps in the Path.]

This was lovely Dean, Thank You! Paddy

[Get Well Wishes for our David P.]

My Goodness David, This sounds so painful. I hope you will be feeling much better soon. Positive prayers coming your way. Paddy

[What do you say?]

There are people who are really concerned and want to know exactly what is happening, and those I will share everything with. Some people however seem to ask just because it is the thing to do and don't really want to hear the details , to those folks I say "We're coping Thanks! Others of course will avoid you like the plague and for them I feel pity.

[Looking for support from people in the same situation]

I agree with Ellack, a tape recorder is the answer. I asked our Oncologist if I could use it and he agreed right away. The Very Best to you and your Dad. I am so sorry that you have to come here. Love , Paddy

[Need ADVISE desperately!!!!!!!!!!!!!]

Whoo Beth!, This is a tough one. I can't help much I'm afraid but I just wanted to say my heart goes out to you and I pray that whatever you choosed to do will work out well for you. Love, Paddy

[Results still good!]

Such good news, try to relax and enjoy every moment! Paddy

[Me too...can I whine a bit?]

Sorry to hear of your frustrations Rich. My husband gets furious when he can't even find the strength to take out the garbage for me. I have a herniated disk and so there are things in this house that just don't get done unless someone young and strong comes along! I agree with Cindy, let the snow cover it up! Paddy

[Prayers for shelliemacs's sister-surgery tom.]

We will be thinking positive thoughts for you and your sister Shellie, love, Paddy

[oh heck oh hedk oh hedk oh heck oh heck oh heck oh heck oh h]

I agree, how very sad this news is. Paddy

[That one last scan...trouble?]

Hoping with the others that this is an old injury Rich. Back pain makes everything hurt doesn't it, you have my sympathy!! Paddy

[Weird but cancer related]

No experience with this Cat, but glad to see your post. Be well!

Dean, good to "hear your voice" chipping in too.!! Paddy

[My first legitimate hall pass, please]

Ginny,

You have been so strong, hanging in here with us, even though it must be sad for you to read the posts. Your posts always give me strength-Thank You! I hope you have a wonderful weekend with the girls! Love Paddy.

[Petscan & MRI results]

Sorry to hear this news MJB. I hopeand pray with all my heart that things will go better for you soon. Love. Paddy

[CT Results]

An Amen from me to Joe! So pleased for you both. Paddy

[Just started treatments, any advice]

It has all been said here Hopeful! May I add my Welcome and also my positive thoughts and prayers for your husband. Paddy

[Wedding Anniversary]

Congratulations Joanie, Hope you had a great time at the restaurant.Many, many more happy years to you. Love, Paddy.

[MRIs Tomorrow....]

Sleep well tonight Fay, with all you have been through you deserve a good week in bed! Love Paddy

[Prayers Please]

Prayers coming your way Sandy. Just remember though that you can't always "be strong" around your loved one's. I have found that I would rather know what Dave is going through than not. I may not always be able to help physically, (which of course hurts me terribly,) but I can give him some extra special TLC. Take care of yourself while your men are away. Prayers coming your way. Lots of love, Paddy.

[Update of kitkathi's pops]

So sorry you are going through such scary times. Prayers for your Dad, for you and your brother Kitkhati! Love, Paddy.

[Family and Angels]

Thanks Dear Friends, for your responses, advice and help.

I ordered the Iressa yesterday and it was to be ready today but now we have to wait till tomorrow afternoon. I am so impatient to get it as David gets weaker by the day.

Peggy, Thanks for asking. Dave is taking "Vicadin," (spelling?) for the pain in his back and chest. He has been sleeping quite well, (for a change,) since he started taking it so it seems to be making a difference. I will PM you. Love to you all,

Paddy.

[Leaving town for some learnin']

Enjoy your trip Dr. Joe. Your participation in this group is so appreciated. Paddy

[Health Problems]

So sorry you are feeling so bad Laurie. I have missed you and your Panda around here. Yours was one of the first posts I saw on this board!

I do hope you will get the Social Security business fixed up. Love,Paddy.

[Checking In....]

Thinking of you too TAnn. Just take one day at a time and the the radiation will soon be finished. Love, Paddy.

[Mom Has Stage IV NSCLC]

Welcome Rana!

So glad to know your Mom is feeling better these days. Good Luck with the Iressa. My husband starts Iressa tomorrow so lets hope they both do well on it. Love, Paddy.