A Note From Dad to All

Hello Friends,

For your information, I have been diagnosed as having non-small cell lung cancer. I have what they call Stage 4 which indicates the cancer has spread to multiple places. I am lucky that it is only in my lung area not in other parts of my body - but in multiple places in my lungs.

I plan to participate in an experimental trial by Eli Lilly Co to provide research for my type of cancer. I am starting my chemo treatment next week after they get he biopsy samples from Lee Memorial. I will get a treatment every 3 weeks and I will have 4 treatments. At 6 weeks and 12 weeks they will evaluate my progress.

There is no cure for my cancer and surgery is not an option. Longevity can be 1 to 2 years but could be prolonged if the trial is successful. I have lost bout 20 pounds but the doctor said not because of my cancer but more because of my eating habits since the first of the year.

Right now I am feeling good and enjoying my family. They are all visiting me this weekend which will make me happy.

I am planning to visit Cinnamon Cove in November if all goes well. I would like to see all of you again. As my doctor says, it will all depend on how I feel at the time.

In closing, I appreciate all of your thought and prayers. I will keep in touch with you as I know more and let you follow my progress.

Love, Elmer