Wayne,

Because you are a cancer survivor, you know a lot of what us "new" people are going through. You know certain feelings first hand. But just because you have survived cancer, that doesn't make you an expert.

What makes you an expert is this: you are a good person. You have real feelings for people, whether you have met them or not. You care about others, just as you have been blessed to have others care about you. And I truly doubt that cancer is the only reason that you are such a wonderful supporter. I know that even before your cancer, you were an amazing person. And I am really starting to believe that at least one of the reasons you were put on this Earth is to do what you are doing on this site. For your helpful insight is probably one of the best gifts that you have to share. I know that your family is blessed to have you here, alive for a long, long time. That is probably the most important thing to you, and it should be. But if there was another reason that you are here, I'd say it's to help people like me. Help us feel like we aren't crazy for having the feelings that we have. Though I am quite certain that you'll never admit it, you are a real breath of fresh air, a real gift to all.

I am sure you will think I am a bit crazy, but one wish I have when my treatment is done is to meet you face to face and give you a giant hug. I am not kidding here. I would really like to meet the man that is you. I am sure you think this is odd, but don't. Your words have really helped me and for that I am so thankful.

Give your wife and kids a big hug from me. Thank them for sharing you with the rest of us.

Amy