Eric, I continue to stand in awe of you! You're one tough cookie.

Jay, It saddens me to hear of Cherie's passing. Thank you for letting us know. My deepest condolences to you and her family. I hope she was able to find the words for her daughter and peace in her final months.

Happy for you both. Time to celebrate!

Cptmac, Yes, in deed, thanks again for sharing your journey. It's the hope that you bring us each year that we need. Wishing you the absolute best for many, many years to come. Jane

Cancer can be sneaky. I would recommend you follow the recommended protocol and do the chemo. Folfox isn't easy but you'll get through it.

Another vote for Clariton. In rounds 5-8, I had a total of twelve Neulasta shots. I always preceded each one with a single morning dose of Clariton and never had any additional issues.

Mypinkheaven, I’m sorry you got such conflicting info today. Wow, I cannot imagine how frustrating that phone call must have been. I hope your Onc can answer all of your questions to your satisfaction and clear up the plan...whatever that might be. Wishing you the best while hoping you can avoid the...

Saddened by this news. Kenny will not be forgotten.

Thanks for posting. Congrats and enjoy your summer at the beach!

Blessed news! So happy for you! I hope you have a wonderful time on your vacation.

JD, I hate this for you and Ziggymonster. As others have said, it's hard enough fighting one stage 4, much less two. Good advise others have offered here. Will be thinking of you.

Kiwi, Congratulations and thanks for your encouraging post! May you always remain NED!!!

AT, no fun, but you made it through it! Thanks for posting your "notes." I know they'll be helpful to other newbies treading this route. I hope you're able to get back to enjoying the outdoors a bit during the interium time before the next phase. Looking forward to seeing positive results ...

Delinda, so sorry. Heartfelt prayers lifting you up.

Chrisca, unfortunately, the tumor did test positive for colorectal cancer. There is still a chance, slim as it might be, that I've been cured. But as we all know so well, only time will tell. My Onc said 80% of the recurrences occur within the first two years after treatment. My last maintenance app...