My DH has officially thrown his hat in the TIL trial ring. We initiated contact with NIH a couple of weeks ago, and have submitted the initial paperwork and required blood sample for testing. We are currently checking off our #1 Bucket list dream...another trip to Italy to visit our son, daughter-in...

Two weeks ago we learned that Folfiri and Erbitux had failed to stop DH's cancer from progression. Xeloda and Erb. had failed before that. In the past few months, DH's CEA has risen from 6 to 23.4. Our onc. has recommended going back of Folfox with or without Avastin...a regimen that kicked DH's tai...

Diane, I am so very pleased for you. Wonderful news!

I'm so very sorry that you, your family, and your dad are having to deal with all of this. I hope the "options" that are made available will allow your dad to be as comfortable as possible. My thoughts are with you.

I would encourage you to ask for a hospice consult. If your father's physician feels like your dad's prognosis is 6 months or less (and everyone knows that no one really knows), he may qualify for services in the home. Hospice services are covered by Medicare and insurance...medications to manage sy...

Dearest Maia, It's no easy thing to give your heart away to people who will most likely have to leave you before you're ready. It's a sacrifice of love and mercy....a beautiful, but costly thing. Now, in this time of grief, may you be surrounded by love, comforted by sweet memories, and encouraged b...

Go in peace sweet jacekika. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

I haven't posted in a long while, but check in frequently. I carry many of you in my heart and mind, always hoping for the best for everyone. It's been a little over a year since my DH's recurrence. In the last 13 months, he's been taken into the OR twice (a planned liver resection last May, and a p...

Dear Petit83,

I'm so sorry that your mom is going through this right now. I can only imagine how frightened you must be. I'll certainly be keeping you and your mom in my prayers, as you have requested. May you find strength, comfort and courage for the days ahead. Keep us posted. Pattie

My heart is broken. My deepest sympathies to Belle's husband and children.

I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time.

Remembering Marc with gratitude and respect for the choices he made. Pattie

My heart aches for you and your family...I'm so very sorry. I join all your other friends who are hoping and praying that immunotherapy will bring a good result for you. Pattie

Dearest Belle, I just wanted you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts this morning. I hope this day is peaceful for you. Pattie

My heart goes out to you and your husband, and to all those who love you. I wish I had words that could ease your pain, if only for a moment. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Pattie