JaneC Posted July 12, 2004 Share Posted July 12, 2004 Hi Everyone. I have been visiting the site since 11/03, joined in 03/04, but this is my first post. You all have been such a blessing to me. I have learned a lot and have felt comforted by the support here. I'm not sure why it has taken me this long to post. Part of it was a lack of energy (physical and emotional) - fighting cancer is hard work! I would also sometimes have to take a break from reading the messages because I would be overwhelmed with some of the struggles and the passing of some of people here. This disease really sucks! I am now ready to be an active member of this group. A little about me- I am now 45. I am married with two sons (ages 20 and 15). I am a nurse specialist for people with diabetes. I'm still working very part-time in the diabetes clinic. I have also been working on my PhD in nursing. I've finished coursework and am getting ready to start on my dissertation. Thanks to all of you. I hope to be a member of this group for a very long, long, long time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted July 12, 2004 Share Posted July 12, 2004 Jane C, Hi and welcome to our family.I lurked around a long time before I finally joined and posted as well.As your already aware there is a tremendous amount of support here from lots of knowing and caring people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted July 12, 2004 Share Posted July 12, 2004 Another nurse, welcome. Sorry we also share the big C. Don't forget to keep us posted for you have joined our family. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamie Posted July 12, 2004 Share Posted July 12, 2004 Jane, Welcome welcome welcome. Im glad that youve finally decided to start posting. Looking forward to yet another voice of a survivor! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa O Posted July 12, 2004 Share Posted July 12, 2004 Again -- another welcome! It's nice to see shrinkage and more shrinkage for you. I'm glad you decided to post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted July 12, 2004 Share Posted July 12, 2004 Welcome, Jane. Good to have you aboard. Let us know how we may support you. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanCarl Posted July 12, 2004 Share Posted July 12, 2004 Jane, Glad you decided to "jump into" the pool with the rest of us. I'm looking forward to seeing a post in the future that lets us know you got your PHD. Dean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaret Posted July 12, 2004 Share Posted July 12, 2004 Jane, I'm so glad you decided to really test the waters here. The support always seems to go both ways. I have a lung cancer friend that I met from another board, who I had contacted because she lives somewhat near me. I met her for the first time over lunch a few weeks ago and she is doing great on Avastin. The shrinkage has been fantastic and, in fact, they were even talking about surgery. She, like you, was a nonsmoker and I do think that can play a big part. I wish you the very best with your treatment and look forward to your future posts. Margaret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted July 12, 2004 Share Posted July 12, 2004 Jane, Welcome! Sorry we have to all be here, but you have found the best support group available. People here are so kind, supportive and very caring. Please visit often and keep us posted on how you are doing. Prayers for you... God Bless, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brm1949 Posted July 12, 2004 Share Posted July 12, 2004 Welcome, glad you decided to post. Never can get to much support. I know what you mean about trying to battle this disease and wanting not to deal with it. It is hard but together we all can fight a good fight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angie Daughter of Bill Posted July 12, 2004 Share Posted July 12, 2004 Welcome to the family. I am glad that you are ready to become an active member. Stick around..........you will make some wonderful friends here. In my prayers~~~ Angie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fall54 Posted July 13, 2004 Share Posted July 13, 2004 Welcome from one Jane to another. Glad you decided to post and let us be of some support to you and in return you will support others which in itself makes you feel better. I guess I dont have to tell you anything about this wonderful family here as you have been reading and have seen for yourself. Welcome and come often!! God Bless You, Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted July 13, 2004 Share Posted July 13, 2004 Jane, Welcome aboard! Glad to hear Avastin is working well for you. Take care and keep in touch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Jane, So glad you decided to post. It sounds like you have everything going well for you at present. This is a great place for support and prayers...let us know how we can help. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Welcome Jane, Glad you joined the family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DollyPardonMe Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Welcome although I have only been on this board a short time I have learned a lot. The members are so helpful when you have a question. I thank God every day for this board and I hope you will too. I also participated in the chat last night. I will be trying to do that at least once a week too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pamela Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Jane -- welcome. I'm sorry you have to be here, but it sure helps to have a group like this who know what you're going through and CARE, REALLY CARE! I live in Independence, MO, and both my son and daughter-in-law went to MU. My daughter-in-law, Shelley, received her nursing degree there and worked at the Ellis Fischel Cancer Center for about 4 years. I'm with Dean. I'm looking forward to your announcement that you have your Ph.D! Pam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted July 14, 2004 Share Posted July 14, 2004 Welcome Jane, Glad you decided to post, its so good to hear from survivors..Good luck with your dissertation, (hard work) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marie Posted July 15, 2004 Share Posted July 15, 2004 Hi Jane, nice to meet you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted July 15, 2004 Share Posted July 15, 2004 Welcome, Jane! I hope you're here to celebrate your 50th wedding anniversary, and then some! Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJAS Posted July 16, 2004 Share Posted July 16, 2004 Welcome Jane! Sorry I'm so slow to greet you. Sometimes it is tough to get enough time to do more than a quick glance thru so many wonderful topics here, so I hadn't gotten to the Newcomers recently. I hung on the periphery for a long while too, even filled in the registration a couple of times and didn't send it. Go figure.... Anyway you've certainly come to the right place. I tend to focus on NSCLC too, so see you there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBBailey Posted July 17, 2004 Share Posted July 17, 2004 Hi Jane, My thought and prayers are with you and your family, God bless and keep you strong, and may He grant you Total recovery and restoration of health. This I ask in Jesus name. Amen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted July 17, 2004 Share Posted July 17, 2004 Welcome Janet, So glad you joined us after "lurking" for some time! Yes, this board can make a person feel overwhelmed sometimes and when this happens I find it is best to take a break. When you come back you feel more able to cope and offer support again. My positive thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Paddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elnodel Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 Glad you bit the bullet and posted! And I'm glad you're doing well. My husband, too, is doing well -- keeping everything possible crossed! Ellen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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