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Prayers comin for ya T-bone! Jamie

Heather, HaHa! The things that sit in the back of my mind that I forget all about! I think that Im going to make a kareoke tape of all those songs I forgot about! Maybe an 80's themed end of summer BBQ?? I can make my hair tall and frizzy, get some leg warmers, and tie up my hypercolor t-shirt (yes-I still have one)! The song thing cracked me up! I know that some people will beg to differ...but I think there was no better time to grow up then in the crazy 80's! Jamie

Sorry, But I just thought of something else... If you go into your internet search engine, type in "you grew up in the 80s if...", there is a HILARIOUS list of things that will have you peeing your pants and going "Oh my GOD!!! I forgot all about that!" Check it out guys, you'll get a good laugh, if nothing else! Jamie

Haylee, Again... OH MY GOD!!! Mork and Mindy?? Nanoo, Nanoo! That one is definitly going on my list!!! Silver Spoons, what was that kids name? Ricky I think...didnt they have a train that they rode in the house? Just thought of another one... wouldnt a Mr. Belvider one be cool? That girl Bonnie was always screwing up his name calling him things like Mr. Bonnivle or Mr. Bandwagon! Thanks so much Jamie

Connie, I just knew it!!! Congrats! Jamie

Denise, I know it isnt much, but I would like to tell you that I am so sorry for what your mom is going through. In your update you didnt really mention how your mom is fairing mentally. Im sure its probably not good since that dumb dr. gave her that stupid 6 month news. i always tell everyone to print out some profiles of people who have beaten out statistics. I did it for my dad and it helped ease his mind alot....maybe it will help Hope your mom is feeling better soon. Jamie

Cat, Kudos to everything you said... Im gonna do it as soon as my kids give me more than 5 minutes. I get to post and read in 5 minute intervals, like now while my youngest in splashing in the tub! I dont know exactly where this would be addressed but... Who is in charge of coming up with statistics? I know that all of us know to just ignore them, but for new comers with so many worries already, I think it would be better to have the first thing they find while surfing the net for info, recent more hopeful statistics. They are so outdated! Jamie

Ahhh how can I forget the Dukes of Hazzard!! What did they call their car??? Id love to get those country boys on a Tee, or maybe even Boss Hog! Thanks Angie! Jamie

Jane, Welcome welcome welcome. Im glad that youve finally decided to start posting. Looking forward to yet another voice of a survivor! Jamie

Cat, I wanna help too...Let me know what to do! Jamie

Paddy & David, Congrats to survival! Many many many more years to come! Jamie

Renee, SO sorry to hear about your husbands situation right now. I hope things begin to turn up for you guys real soon! Jamie

Sorry I have no answers, but want to say that I hope Charlie feels better very soon. Hope someone has a solution for you... Jamie

Ok guys, this is nothing cancer related...just lookin for anyone who grew up in the 80s and watched alot of TV I dont know why, but I have a thing these days for retro 80s TV sitcom, movie tshirts. Ive begun a bit of a collection (Youd be amazed on what you can find on the internet.) Looking for any TV shows that I may be overlooking. I already have an Arnold Jackson, MASH, Goonies, Karate Kid, and Thundercats Tshirt. Current looking for a Vinnie Bobarino to add. Problem is Im running out of ideas for new ones...got any??? Jamie

Welcom beck Cheryl!!! I hope your feeling great! Nothing feels better than coming home after a lengthy stay at a hospital! Wish I knew the words to the "Welcome back Kotter" theme song or Id post em...but know that Im humming them for you right now! Jamie

David, What is that for? Or better yet, what is it??? Jamie

Spiritual, Anger is the right emotion your expressing right now. I think that everything happens for a reason though, and whats done is done, and cant be changed. You will only drive yourself nuts with all the whatifs??? Im so sorry for all that is going on. You have the right attidude though, and you seem very strong and straight. Good Luck to you guys! Jamie

Sherri, Three words... READ MY PROFILE!!! We have a very similar situation. The good news is that this day...my dad is stable and cancer free. Feel free to print out my dads profile to show your dad that there is definitly alot of hope for him! If you ever have any questions, please feel free to PM me or post it up. Id love to talk with you! Good Luck to you and your dad Jamie

Im going to follow in Peggys footsteps and try posting some GOOD news for a change here... hopefully it will cheer things up a little! My dad has felt absolutly GREAT all weekend! First time hes had more than one good day at a time. He even came down to my childrens school carnival to get out of the house for awhile! He says that he has had no pain WHATSOEVER all weekend and that alone has boosted up his spirits. He also said that he has felt so good that he didnt even think about cancer all weekend which is a first probably since February. Most of his happiness is centered around the fact that his little mini-goal after the surgery was to be able to make it to his annual camping trip down to Burbonais Illinois to watch the Chicago Bears train for the upcoming season. He has about 2 weeks left to continue to feel better and better, and he is counting the days. For the first time since surgery... this is looking like a real option! Thanks for listening, I hope this news can cheer someone up today! Jamie

Peggy, Thank you for posting with good news. I think we all could use a little dose of that right about now. Im so happy for you guys. Pain free is the BEST news! Jamie

Kim, First of all, let me say how brave and strong of a gal you seem to be!!! Im sure that helping your mom through these panic things is rough since you have the same disorder, but you seem to be doing it great. Second, I think that it is a good thing that your mom opened up to you about her feelings twords dying, because this way, you can help calm her down and tell her that having cancer is not a guaranteed death sentence. My dad was very scared about the same thing, and his situation is turning out better than expected right now. (read profile). When my dad was feeling this way, I printed out peoples profiles who are survivors to prove to him that these great things DO happen to people, and now I am proud to say that I have one to be printed out too! We had months and months of bad news. One bad spell after another, and we always said "Things have GOT to turn up... the good news will be comin soon...and it did" Continue to be there for your Mom, shes gonna need you, and you seem like the right gal to be there. Sorry if this got lengthy...I just hate reading that people are so scared. I think its the worst part of this beast! Jamie

Margaret, I too am so sorry to hear this latest update. I know that you will beat this bump in the road, just as you have beaten all the others. Whatever plan of action you and your team decide on, remember to stay healthy and strong both mentally and physically. You are on my mind... Jamie

Robin, Ive read through this thread twice, and I am sorry that I did not see it sooner, but I was going to tell you that I have no answers to your questions. I do want to say that I am sorry to hear about what is going on though. The good thing is that your Mom is at peace now, and all the wondering and worrying can come to an end. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Jamie

Nice choice David!!! Jamie

T-bone, This sucks!!! Ive been watching your posts for some time now, and was hoping that all this would stop. Hopin and prayin it does Jamie