JackieA Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 Hi Everyone, My name is Jackie and I'm 56 years old, diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in Feb 2006. My daughter recommended I join this forum, she thought it would help me. She has written in a few times about me. This whole ordeal has been really awful,from the chemo, the radiation, all the medications. And never feeling good anymore. Sometimes I wonder how anyone can stand it. I know you are supposed to live one day at a time, but it is so difficult to do that. Well, not sure what else to say. I used to take my dogs (pugs) to agility classes and then compete with them at trials. Now I can't run so I don't even get to do what makes me happy. This is a horrible disease. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muriel Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 Hi Jackie. Welcome to our group. I hope you find lots of support here. I just can't imagine pugs competing in agility trials. I'd love to see it sometime. Sorry you can't continue that. I was hoping to train my Golden Retriever to be a therapy dog just before I was diagnosed. Not all plans work out, I guess. Keep in touch with us. Muriel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recce101 Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 Hi, Jackie, I'm really glad you joined our group. I remember reading your daughter's posts about your role in Illinois' Lung Cancer Awareness Month proclamation and how proud she was of you. I'm sure you feel the same about her -- sounds like a wonderful daughter. I hope the Gemzar gets you feeling better soon. The WBR, though necessary, must have sapped your strength -- that plus the unsuccessful pleurodesis. My best wishes and Aloha, Ned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nomadawn Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 Hi Jackie, Welcome to the board.There is plenty to browse here and many people who will support and advise you when you need it. I love watching dogs do agility, think its fantastic and always wanted to have a go but unfortunately I used to own Afghan hounds - NOT very agile OR obedient I'm afraid !!! Wishing you the best of luck with the Gemzar and hope you feel better soon. God bless Debbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ernrol Posted November 24, 2007 Share Posted November 24, 2007 Jackie, Welcome to the site. You will find lots of support here. If you have questions, just ask. Keep us posted. Stay positive, Ernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted November 24, 2007 Share Posted November 24, 2007 Hi, neighbor! I am in Rockford. Welcome and all best thoughts for you. Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted November 24, 2007 Share Posted November 24, 2007 Welcome, Jackie. I hope treatment is very successful for you. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babylove91297 Posted November 24, 2007 Share Posted November 24, 2007 Welcome Jackie, you have found a great place for information and for hope. I will be praying for you. Bobbie By the way we are neighbors too...I live about 20 miles south of Chicago, I do my chemo in Chicago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted November 24, 2007 Share Posted November 24, 2007 Welcome Jackie- Gald you found this site. Everyone here is so caring and you will read of such hope and inspiration. Keep up the good work and let us know how you are doing. Love the pic of you and baby!! How sweet! Hugs - Patti B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted November 24, 2007 Share Posted November 24, 2007 Hi Jackie. Welcome. I am glad you joined us. Please let us know how we can help. Warmly, Christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted November 25, 2007 Share Posted November 25, 2007 Welcome Jackie; I hope the gemzar stops the progression. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barbara5452 Posted November 26, 2007 Share Posted November 26, 2007 Welcome Jackie glad your daughter talked you into visiting with us, it's like Lay's potato chips once you come here you keep coming back.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted November 28, 2007 Share Posted November 28, 2007 Welcome Jackie! Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackieA Posted November 28, 2007 Author Share Posted November 28, 2007 Thanks for all your support, it's really nice. Today started my 2nd round of chemo, hopefully won't be to bad. Keeping my fingers crossed for NO side effects. Sincerely, Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeye Posted November 28, 2007 Share Posted November 28, 2007 welcome jackie! I hope your 2nd round goes well. Prayers from Mary and Me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steph74 Posted November 28, 2007 Share Posted November 28, 2007 Welcome Mom - glad you joined!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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