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Cindy, I wouldnt worry about your daughter, I was in her place back when I was that young. I did change and now my kids are going to Catholic school, and we go to church every week. Im sure its just a phase. Jamie

Dawn, First off, the dr. is not the most sensitive guy is he?? True, the dr.'s never want to say cured, but there is a thing called NED. My dad is NED right now. Your mom is so lucky to have limited stage that I would think he would be more optimistic!?!! My dads chemo started less than a week after dx. His onc. was really agressive and i dont know if that had anything to do with his good outcome of surgery and all, but Id like to think it helped! Keep your head up, and if you guys are not comfortable with this guy, switch dr.'s. You want someone who BELIEVES that he can help your mom live, not just "buy her some time". Jamie

Hi everyone, Just got to wondering, now that my Dad is NED, how long will he stay that way? I know everyone is different, but were SOOO worried b-cause of the high reoccurance rate the first 2 years after surgery...just wonderin how long you guys stayed Ned! Of course were hopin for FOREVER!!! I was trying to do a poll about it, but cant figure it out! Jamie

Frank, As Im sure you already know, surgery is the best chance a person with Cancer can have. My dad had his surgery in June. He also is a lifelong smoker, and moderate drinker. Now, 2 months after surgery, hes starting to feel pretty good. Its been a rough 2 months, but things seem to be calming down. I think if you and your mom have the right additude about this, SHE CAN BEAT IT! I think anyone offered surgery should at least really think about it, I mean, you never know what may come out of it... my dad is cancer free right now! I hope this helps you somehow! Jamie

Just wishing you both the best of luck! Jamie

Sharyn, Im so glad to hear that your Dad is in better spirits now. He seems to have the right additude! Just wanted you to know weve been thinking of you! Jamie

Kelly, Hoping all turns up for you guys. Hang in there. Jamie

Shelly, Just wanted to wish you sister the best of luck on the 31st. Were all rootin' for her! Jamie

Keep the good news coming guys!!!!! We could sure use it around here latley! Jamie

Lesli, I remember "talking to you" via a past post. I also remember your moms pic's with those furbies! I just want to wish you and your mom the best of luck, and if you need anything, feel free to PM me, Im in Chicago too! Jamie

Ginny, PRAYERS FOR A BETTER WEEK! Im so sorry to hear about your friend. I think I told you before that my grandpa just died from ALS this May, and I personally know what a horrible disease that is. I couldnt think of a worse on (of course except lung cancer). Take comfort in the fact that your friend is no longer in pain. I know that disease takes its toll. I meant it when I said IM Prayin for better days for you! Jamie

Like everyone else, want to say that I am so sorry for your loss... Jamie

Mary Ann, Hello! First off, I think David would have LOVED that name! How are you and the boys? David talked about you guys SO often, I was wondering how you guys were with all that was going on in your family. I know its been a ROUGH ROUGH road for you. We all miss him so much, even though we never met, I still feel the loss. Good luck with that puppy, how bout a picture! Jamie

Kate, Just wanted to wish you guys good luck. Im glad to see you have a plan of action! Best of Luck Jamie

Dawn, About the statistics... dont even worry about them. Read the stories on this board, and you will see that they are wrong... ALOT of the time! Welcome to the board.. if you need anything... you know where to find us Jamie

Well, over here in cloudy cool Chicago, I havent had my AC on in over a month. Its been a very mild summer, so I think were in for a mighty cold Chicago bone chilling winter! Glad to hear your chillin', wish we had some of that heat here... Jamie

Cheryl, Like most of the others, I have no advice, just want you to know that I hope your feeling better soon. Hopin' this stuff works... Jamie

Kim, I dont really have an answer for you, but I do think its a good idea at the very least to call the dr. and alert him of your moms symptoms. Your mom says she dosent feel right, and I firmly believe that a person knows their own body better than any old dr. Urge her to call. Its better to be a worry wart, then to wait and see what happens... Let us know kid... Jamie

I think the best advice is to find out what is going on. My dads dx came just in time. If he would have waited, I dont know where he would be right now. Either way, he caught it in time to be able to get treatment, then surgery and is now NED. I hope your guy gets his info soon, it could make the world of difference... Welcome, and keep us posted! Jamie

Prayers comin your way...you pass em on! Jamie

Becki, So sorry to hear about this! We are all here for you if and when you need us... Im also sorry to have to welcome you to the board, wish you wouldnt have to be here.. but welcome none the less. Keep us updated OK? Jamie

Denise, So sorry for the news... Im prayin hard... Jamie

Sounds wonderful Ginny... Your doing great... Jamie

Also want to send Dave some good wishes! Jamie

Sharyn, Stay strong. I am so sorry to hear this news. I have been folowing your Dad's story. I know this is a hard pill to swallow... but you did say he was looking better right? The next step is feeling better... Jamie