midge Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Although I am not new to my cancer diagnosis, I am new to your board...I must say you have a lot of info here and it is nice to see. I post on the SLCA board a lot and someone there was talking about this website. I am 50 years old, married, two grown kids and two grandkids. Quit smoking over ten years ago. I was diagnosed in December 2004 with 3A NSCLC right lung after many failed attempts of diagnosing everything but cancer..you name it, they thought I had it. Did radiation, chemo, attempted right pneumonectomy (no clean borders) lung stays in and I do more chemo...total of seven months treatment. I feel wonderful now. I had a bout of pneumonitis after completing last chemo, was hospitalized for five days, but other than that, I can not complain too much. I have residual pain from the thoracotomy, but I believe this to be a minor problem in the grand scheme of things. I work full time as an R.N. in a county jail... I believe attitude is a lot of what this disease course is about and I try to stay focused on living and overcoming this beast... Nice to be on a website where I see lots of positive things going on. Glad someone mentioned this place and that I found it. Midge My favorite quote is by Woody Allen "I'm not afraid of dying, I just don't want to be there when it happens". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Welcome Midge. Glad to have you join us. Glad also that you are doing so well. Looking forward to 'seeing' you around. KAsey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Hi Midge, welcome. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Hi Midge. Welcome. I also am an RN and a survivor! Glad you found us. I just turned 50 when I was diagnosed , had to start treatment with chemo and daily radiation as you can see in my bio info below. I will be celebrating 8 yrs on 12/3 of survival and still keeping friends with NED. I wish you the same. Keep us posted. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 I am glad someone sent you to us. Welcome. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Hi Midge, Welcome here, Iam so glad that you are "feeling wonderful", what more can you ask for. That is great. I love your Woody Allen quote... Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Glad to meet you. This is a wonderful place for encouragement and support. Brian and Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorja Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Welcome Midge! Everyone here is wonderful and very helpful. I am glad you feel good. My dad was diagnosed last august and he feels pretty good too! Glad for you to join us. jorja Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaffie Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Welcome Midge Glad to hear you are feeling great and glad you found us Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Welcome, Midge. Glad to hear that you seem to be doing so well; no doubt your wonderful attitude helps. gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 welcome Midge. Isn't that the truth about attitude? You got it, girl! Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 Welcome to the family Midge. As you will find out, we are a very loving and caring group. We will be here for you when you want to cry, share happiness and whine. Glad that you joined us. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 Welcome, Midge. It's good to hear from another Survivor! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
francesbean Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 Nice to meet you Midge! Hooray for stable scans! Looking forward to hear more from you. <3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 Nice to meet you, Midge! The Dr has toild my Mom she will need to start the Gemzar/Carboplatin combo soon--I love telling her about the survivors I have "met" on the board who have had that "cocktail." Keep us posted! Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 Welcome, Midge! So glad you are here. Take heart -- my wife is Stage IV and a 3-year survivor. Keep us posted. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 Welcome, Midge. Kick off your shoes and get comfy! Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jang Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 Glad you found us Midge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 Midge, We are glad to have you here with us. Looking forward to getting to know you better. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 Welcome, Midge! Glad you found us Love and light Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunny Posted September 27, 2005 Share Posted September 27, 2005 welcome Midge! you sound like our kind of people. I'm so glad to hear things are stable, and your humor will get you far!! you have to be tough to do your day job, anyway, so the cancer doesnt' have a shot! keep us posted, xoxo bunny PS. "our" board is your board too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBeth Posted September 27, 2005 Share Posted September 27, 2005 Welcome Midge and glad to hear things are stable. Come back often and keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calintay Posted September 27, 2005 Share Posted September 27, 2005 Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted September 27, 2005 Share Posted September 27, 2005 Hi Midge!!! I think you tried to contact me on another board but I don't really know what I'm doing. This is the board I was looking for when I found the other board your on. I look forward to us sharing our experiences, and I'm so glad we have a forum like this in which to meet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslie221 Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Hi Midge! Welcome! I'm so glad you're doing so well and I think you're 100% right about attitude. Your job is fascinating to me; bet you have some stories to share! My favorite quote is by Woody Allen "I'm not afraid of dying, I just don't want to be there when it happens". Love that! Leslie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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