While working on our "Getting Through It" project, I have become aware of the hundreds of OCF members who never post. To those of you who do not contribute (yet), consider the following:

1) There are NO stupid questions about cancer.

2) All of us were new at one point. Take the plunge and post a question to the group, or a response to another post. We need your words.

3) Some folks refrain from posting because they feel that they know too little about this topic to actually write anything down. Not true!! If you are touched by this disease - YOU ARE QUALIFIED to have an opinion, a view, a question.

4) It is really, really reassuring to hear what others think and feel about this issue. Your words might reinforce someone's view and make them feel better. Your words might challenge someone's view and make them think more about it. Your contribution, no matter how large or small is what makes this site work!

5) This forum is not just for veterans to post upon. The forum absolutely depends upon YOUR words, YOUR idea, YOUR question, YOUR reaction.

Jump in. Take a chance. You are part of this family too. No fair sitting back in the shadows forever - step up and post. We need you!!