by Laurie Singer

Phillip, you have come to the right place.

For those of you who don't read the comments on the blog, Phillip posted yesterday to say that the Beast has found him. His words brought back all those old feelings.

Then I read the rest of the group's messages to him. Phillip, listen to these folks. They are the best in Cancer World.

I can give you this advice. Go back to the beginning of the blog, from Leroy's first words, and read on. You will feel his courage, his will to push on, and on some days, his fear. It is a guide, a map, to living with cancer.

Your case will be unique. Each one is. The Beast likes to throw change-ups
just to keep it interesting, but you are up to the fight.

Challenge your doctors. Don't nod in agreement. Ask questions. Get answers and then ask, "What else have you got?"

The medical battle comes down to good care, great docs, cancer know-it-alls.
The support comes from family, friends, and this cancer community that can lift you when you're down, celebrate with you when the news is good, and embrace you when you just don't think you can take another step.

I'm sorry you're here. We don't like to welcome new members. And don't apologize for being scared. It comes with the territory. But you're here now; your cancer has found a home on the "My Cancer" blog.