[9 years today]

I'm so sorry Ginny. Grieving is something we will continue to do through our lives. I hope you have close family and friends to help. And this is from me.....((HUGS))

[Again and always Praise the Lord !!!!]

That is the best news! Congratulations and keep up the good work yayyyyyyy

[10 years]

That's great news! Congratulations and I hope you continue to be NED

[Here's a new one]

I understand exactly what you're saying Nick because I do the same thing ((hugs))

[Mom was diagnosed 20 months ago with NSCLC Stage IV]

I'm glad to know she is being well taken care of. Please keep us updated ((hugs))

[Monday's Air]

Hello Everyone! I was so happy to see a post from you Janet. I think of you often and wonder how you're doing. Sorry your not feeling too well, but you're a strong woman and I'm sure things will start to look up for you soon.

It's really been hot and humid here in Illinois. I love being outside but try to just go out in the mornings or evenings. Yesterday though Russ and I helped out a friend and went over with our riding mowers to cut her grass for her. It's about 3 or 4 acres and she has four horses there. Mowing wasn't much fun because of the heat but I love her horses She even has two mules! She said I am welcome to come over and ride anytime I want. I wonder though if I would be able to lift my leg high enough to even get on one! LOL

Tonight we have Russ's grandson spending the night with us. He is 7 yrs old and totally full of energy. Wish me luck

[Mom was diagnosed 20 months ago with NSCLC Stage IV]

Thank you for the update. I too am sorry to hear your mom feels so sick, but sadly that is one of the side effects of treatment. I hope she begins to feel better soon. Keep us posted ((hugs))

[New here, new to message boards in general]

I too would like to welcome you Truke. I'm happy to see that this issue has been caught early for you. You seem like a very strong man and I admire that.

Please keep us updated and post all you want here. There are so many wonderful people here and many success stories as well. ((hugs))

[Another year.]

We understand what you are going through as many of us are in the same place. I too still have tough days. It's been almost 4 yrs since my husband went to heaven and I still shed tears each and everyday. It does get easier yes, and I'm hoping for more days when I can think of him and just smile without the pain. I hope the same for you dear one ((hugs))

[Thursday's Air]

Yea Katie it is a big change for me. If someone had told me a few years ago that this is the life I would be living I would have tole them the were crazy. But, losing a spouse changes a person in ways many would never understand. I'm learning to just make the best of things I guess. But I'm as happy as I deserve to be?

[Thursday's Air]

Hi everyone! Guess it's slow around here lately because we're all out playing in the nice weather

My life here in Illinois is so different than it was in California. Going from a population of millions to a tiny town of 600. City life.....then farm country LOL I spend a lot of time helping cut down trees and even mowing takes two of us about 3 hours. Good thing we have riding mowers because I'm too old

I went to my very first auction last Sunday. I found a little table with two chairs I wanted so decided to bid on it. I put my ticket in the air and just held it there. I wasn't about to let anyone else have it. Then someone told me I didn't need to just hold it up like that because I was out bidding myself. Oh well.....live and learn right?

We just lost three little kittens in the last couple days. Turns out there is a big fat possum that's gotten to them. Russ says he's going out tonight with the shotgun and wait for him. Coming from the city the idea of shooting something is so hard for me to handle but that's life in the country!

Hope everyone is doing well and having fun Cya soon!

[My introduction]

Tairen,

You're mom sounds like an amazing woman. And may I add she has an amazing daughter as well. It saddens me to read about what she is going through. The members on this board are here for you dear one. There is a wealth of information and support from all of us. Please feel free to browse our boards and read about many success stories.

As far as time...these doctors don't really know for sure. Please try to think positive and spend as much quality time with your mom as you possibly can.

If you have questions or just want to vent....we are here for you ((hugs)) Keep us updated!

[How to Help Someone with Lung Cancer / by Katie Brown]

Thank you for sharing this with us

[Hey peeps.]

I too would like to know more about what's happening with you. Please feel free to post and ask any questions you might have. There is a lot of great support here

[My introduction]

I too would like to welcome you to our community here. I hope to get to know you as well.

Please keep us updated on your progress. We care

[New "bump"]

I too am sending prayers to you dear one. You're a strong wonderful woman and you have a great doc as well. I love the positive attitude you have ((hugs))

[New to this site]

Great post Don! Thank you for sharing and I wish you continued success!

[Not My Mom]

This is just beautiful. Thank you for sharing

[AnnieRSA - Hello from South Africa]

Sorry for the mistake Chris. I hope that you will continue to return to let us know how you're doing. There are a lot of people here who care and if you ever just want to talk....we are here for you! ((hugs))

[AnnieRSA - Hello from South Africa]

I too am saddened to hear of her passing and I'm sure she was very proud of having such a loving daughter. ((hugs))

[Mom was diagnosed 20 months ago with NSCLC Stage IV]

Some people can fly through treatment with no side effects at all and others suffer a lot I wish the best for your mom and I think she has a wonderful daughter. Please keep us updated ((hugs))

[my story]

Kathy....I am so sorry this doctor didn't give you more information. I agree with your husband on a second opinion. I wish that I had done this when my husband was diagnosed. We too left the doctors many times feeling frustrated. Please keep us updated and know that we will all be thinking of you. ((hugs))

[Friday's Air]

Glad your pain is better today Janet Sounds like you have a spoiled bird already huh? LOL

It's a beautiful day here today. Sun is shining and it's in the mid 70's which is great. I'm so glad winter is finally gone. The farmers are out plowing their fields and planting too. I just hope they don't spray any chemicals anytime soon. Last time they sprayed the winds were over 30mph and my asthma went insane. We have farm land on three sides of us and it just covers the house in addition to sneaking inside I feel like reporting that farmer because they aren't permitted to spray if the wind is over 10mph.

Tonight Russ's daughter is graduating from college so the whole family with be gathering to celebrate with her. I can't wait! I'll post some pics on fb tomorrow.

Well, enjoy your day everyone!

[Update]

It's nice to hear from you Bob and I'm glad your surgery went well. I'm also happy you are pleased with the VA staff. Having professionals with compassion is a good thing these days isn't it?

Keep us posted on your progress ((hugs))

[my story]

Welcome to LCSC! I'm sorry for the reasons you have for coming here though. This monster we call cancer is something no one should ever have to deal with.

You said you had nsc...is it adenocarcinoma? I'm happy to read that your lymph nodes are smaller and that you do not require oxygen at this time. That indeed is great news!

Please feel free to browse our forums. You will find a world of information from our members here. We have both caregivers and cancer survivors as well.

If you ever have questions or just want to vent.....we are here for you