I also don't comment all too often, but feel the need to say that I really admire your compete level - your sheer desire to get past this & your positive outlook. Really hoping to see some improvement for you.

Dx 2014Jan29 (42 yr old otherwise fit nonsmoker)
SCC tongue stage III T3N0M0
subtotal glossectomy, partial neck dissection, RFFF, trach, NG tube 2014Feb25 16 days in hospital
RAD 25 zaps 2014May5-2014Jun9
Back to work, paddling & hiking shortly afterwards