Skin Cancer Support

Question: How do i support her through her cancer? I have heard today that my mum has skin cancer and I am having trouble coping myself and i dont know how to support her, any advice would be appreciated.

Answer: Hi Lozzi I'm a cancer survivor and I've also lost many friends and family to cancer so I can tell you from both ends. To support your mom, listen to her, ask her questions, ask her if she needs to talk, and just be there to listen. Encourage her on the bad days when she is scared, be positive and cheer her up. Do fun things together, spend time with her, on those bad days, make her dinner or bring dinner take out home to her. Go with her to appointments to give her moral support. Educate yourself on the type of skin cancer she has so you can help her make decisions and talk intelligently to doctors, research all options of treatment. Hug her and let her know you love her. It's ok to cry and feel bad, so many people feel they have to squash those feelings, sometimes it's good to cry together if it's bad news or scary, it makes you closer and refreshes your soul. Send her little cards, and things to make her feel better and to let her know you are thinking of her. Encourage friends and family to stop in and help out too, she may be too tired to do chores and shopping, they can offer to help, you can too, and she will really appreciate it.

Question: Cancer caregivers support groups...do they help you? My wife has been diagnosed with breast cancer so I thought I would go to a cancer support group that the hosipital sponsers. A wife's husband passed away a week ago because of skin cancer. Not ever having met her before her story was touching. She told of his last days and how it seems that the loved one going through cancer's main concern is how will thier partner survive without them. That appeared to be thier biggest concern after hearing some of the other's stories about the person in their lives touched by cancer. Have you attended meetings like this? Are you considering attending one? Have you found them helpful? After hearing some of thier stories...I felt, "Thank-God, my wife has breast cancer" because some of the other cancers seem to be worse.

Answer: I haven't had cancer, Thank God, but it definitely has touched my family several times. Three of four of my grandparents passed from it, an uncle has it now, and then several friends. With all that said, I've never attended any meetings. I have, however, become part of a wonderful group called Chemo Angels. Cancer patients sign up and are paired with angels who support and encourage them through their ordeals with cancer. Patients can have traditional angels, who give gifts and cards weekly; they can also have card angels (only send cards weekly). It's up to the patient; the patient absolutely does not have to correspond back with the angel...it's strictly by choice. It's very rewarding to me, and perhaps your wife would benefit from having an angel. Many blessings and prayers to you and your wife...

Question: Types of Skin Cancer. Please read additional details for more info.? My friend has sadly been diagnosed with a type of skin Cancer and I want to learn more about the condition from the internet and how I can best support them. However I know there are different types of skin cancer. Based on the following characteristics can anyone guess as to which type of Skin cancer my friend may have? * It is very rare * It is mild in terms of spreading but when spreading is likely to spread to the lungs. * Once thought to be removed the caner can be very aggressive in terms of coming back. Unfortunately I cannot just ask my friend for the name of the cancer as it is very upsetting for them to talk about it and the last thing I want to do right now is upset them as they are in a very fragile state of mind. Thank you.

Answer: Skin cancer Rare types of skin cancer There are other less common types of skin cancer. Together, they account for only 1 in 100 new cases of skin cancer in the UK. These skin cancers are treated differently to the three types of skin cancer we cover in this section. Merkel cell carcinoma This is a rare, but dangerous neuroendocrine tumour of the skin. It looks like a round lump or swelling, usually on the head or neck, or other sun-exposed sights. It usually affects people over 60, and it is much more common in white people. The National Cancer Institute of the USA has information about Merkel Cell Carcinoma. Remember that treatment practices abroad, and the commonness of specific cancers in other countries, may differ to the UK. Kaposi’s sarcoma Kaposi’s sarcoma is the name for a tumour that usually starts in the dermis layer of the skin, but can also form in the internal organs. Before the 1980s, it was extremely rare, and found mostly in elderly people of Mediterranean descent. Since then, it has become more common because it tends to develop in people who are HIV positive or who have developed AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). The charity Cancerbackup has information about Kaposi’s sarcoma. T cell lymphoma of the skin T cell lymphoma of the skin is the most common type of primary cutaneous lymphoma or skin lymphoma. It is also sometimes called mycosis fungoides. It is a type of cancer that starts mostly or entirely in the skin. It occurs when the white blood cells that protect us from infections (called lymphocytes) start to grow uncontrollably within the skin. In the beginning it often looks similar to psoriasis or eczema, and then it gradually becomes thicker. The cause is not known. The condition has a variety of treatments, and can usually be controlled. The charity Cancerbackup has information about it under the name Cutaneous T cell lymphoma in its section on Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. The charity Cancer Research UK has information about T cell lymphoma of the skin in its section on Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Sarcoma Sarcomas are a type of cancerous tumour that can develop in various parts of the body. Sarcoma of the skin develops in the deep tissue of the skin. A tumour may grow in the nerves, blood vessels, lymph vessels or connective tissue or, most often, in the fat layer. The general term for this group of cancers is soft tissue sarcoma. The American Cancer Society has information about soft tissue sarcoma. The National Cancer Institute of the USA has information about soft tissue sarcoma. Remember that treatment practices abroad, and the commonness of specific cancers in other countries, may differ to the UK.

Question: My mom has skin cancer. How do you get through this? My mom had a red spot on the top of her hand by her knuckles and tested positive for skin cancer. She has had that mark for almost a year and got checked a couple weeks ago. The doctor said it was the 2nd most dangerous kind of skin cancer that spreads. I'm really scared I've been through a lot this year. My dad had open heart surgery and was on life support for a long time. I had a brain tumor scare (Mri showed clear no tumor) and now my mom. I already almost lost one parent I don't want to go through this again. Its too much. I guess I just want to know if anyone has been through this? Did the cancer cure? Any stories or websites? I'm only 18

Answer: Mirranda - The "2nd most dangerous kind of skin cancer" is known as squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). Most dangerous is malignant melanoma. Least dangerous is basal cell carcinoma. Your mom likely had a skin biopsy with a diagnosis of SCC. Most doctors never see a single patient who died or dies of SCC that started as a skin cancer. SCCs are highly curable. Best treatment is likely a complete local excision, sometimes with a skin graft, depending on the size and spread of the SCC. Best results are obtained by a plastic surgeon or experienced dermatologist working with a pathologist

Question: What is the best way to help & support my partner who is suffering from anxiety related hypochondria? We are on a single wage as he is studying & seeing a professional is way out of our means right now. This is also compounding his anxiety. He has a focus on cancer, especially skin cancer as he is very fair. He is a chronic 'self-diagnoser'. I recognise his terror, stress, confusion and embarrasment and I need help to assist him to manage and cope until we can afford a psychologist. It is heart wrenching to see this intelligent, strong masterful man being reduced to a crying mess in my arms. Please help!

Answer: My son suffered almost exactly the same way...he was diagnosed with OCD, which manifested itself as a hypochondriac...he went to a phyciatrist, who can prescribe meds..the doctor who diagnosed him, was the doctor who treated all of the other physciatrists at the hospital,..they prescribed Luvox to him which replaced the serotonin he was lacking, and now he takes an extremely low dose of xanax, for the anxiety it causes..this is all a result of OCD, and it usually is a part of very bright people...it is good to be paranoid to a degree, actually..because he will have the edge in preventing health problems..however, when it cripples you like that, it is best to get the luvox,..it was a miracle worker!

Question: His cancer spread, how will he be treated; what will happen? I asked a question earlier about my friend's nonterminal skin cancer. His doctor just called while looking over his scans that he had done today, and the cancer has spread to some muscle tissue. It has gotten far more serious. Besides just supporting him, what should I do? What is he going to go through for this? I'm not leaving his side until he's healthy.

Answer: Your friend will have several treatment options determined by his oncologist. There may be surgery, chemo and/or radiation to stop the cancer cells from spreading. I don't know a lot about skin cancer as I have lung cancer but from what I could find out for you, those would be the options. He is in for a tough haul on whatever treatment is chosen and you are a great friend to stand by him. He will go thru many different emotions, perhaps become ill from the treatments.. he will need a lot of support and encouragement. Learn all you can about his cancer and that will help you both get thru this time. All the best to your friend in his fight against this beast and to you for supporting him.

Question: Skin cancer from too many brands on your face? Is it bad for your skin to use many different brands of products on your face at once? I am currently using Zenmed support serum, cleansing cream, and anti-redness mask. From clinique I use the redness solutions instant relief mineral powder and the hydrating facial mist. From covergirl, I use the aqua smoother concealer, powder, and the compact liquid makeup. And lastly, from eucerin i use the green tinted lotion for redness. I have loved all of these products, and they haven't reacted badly with each other. But, my friend told me, in a few years I will see bad results from using too many brands at once. And, when I asked this question 30 mins ago, someone told me to immedaitly stop use because im going to get SKIN CANER??!!?? Is this true??

Answer: No, the probability of getting cancer is slim from using multiple brands of a product, unless they are know carcinogens. You may however be stripping your body's natural defense away by removing oil and sebum that can protect you from the sun and bacteria.

Question: Do you buy skin glow products?? 18 Foods That Make Your Skin Glow Posted Wed, Mar 19, 2008, 1:20 pm PDT POST A COMMENT » Top skin creams average about $400 an ounce (and you thought gas was expensive!), yet most offer little proof that they do half of what they promise. Want to save a bundle and improve your skin? Load your shopping cart with nutrients that research has shown to have skin-hydrating, sun-protecting, and even wrinkle-preventing powers, says Manhattan dermatologist Amy Wechsler, MD. Here’s her grocery list of best foods for your skin. Firm and Bright You’re probably up to your eyebrows (Botoxed or not) with hearing “eat more fruits and vegetables.� But if you have yet to take that advice to heart, maybe knowing that they prevent wrinkles will do the trick. The colorful pigments that produce bright orange and red also refill antioxidant levels in your skin. The skin doc’s 3 top picks: SWEET POTATOES, TOMATOES, CANTALOUPE What they do: Replenish your skin’s supply of antioxidants, so they're ready to scarf up free radicals whenever they make an appearance. Free rads are highly reactive oxygen molecules that damage cells and contribute to just about everything that can go wrong with skin, from dryness to crinkles. Fresh and Juicy Your body can’t store much wrinkle-fighting vitamin C, so you need to keep your supplies stocked. The easiest, simplest way: Have some citrus every day. The skin doc’s 4 top picks: ORANGES, LEMONS, LIMES, GRAPEFRUIT Actually, ounce for ounce, oranges are the top citrus C source but you can only eat so many, right? For variety, make lemonade, squeeze limes on melon, add grapefruit to salad, and instead of drinking soda, fizz up OJ with sparkling water. It all adds up. What they do: Keep skin’s vitamin C levels high. While C’s a nifty antioxidant, that’s not the key reason it’s here. It helps keeps collagen -- the supportive protein fibers that stop skin from sagging -- strong and resilient. (Flimsy collagen means lines and wrinkles.) Since collagen breakdown really picks up in your mid-30s, eat citrus early and often to head off aging. Smoothing and Soothing There’s a particularly potent antioxidant known as EGCG that does all kinds of good things for skin. The best place to find it? True teas: black, green, or white (not herbal). Brew a teapot full every morning, so that sipping four to six cups throughout the day is a no-brainer. The skin doc’s #1 pick: GREEN TEA While all true teas contain EGCG (epigallocatechin-3-gallate), the various types of green tea have the most. Wechsler’s personal favorite is hojicha green tea (available at http://www.adagio.com/). “The roasting process that turns this green tea a brownish color also lowers its caffeine content,� she says -- handy if you’re caffeine sensitive or it’s one of those days when you do not need another stimulant. What it does: Gives your skin a healthy dose of EGCG, which is a great multi-tasker. EGCG puts a damper on inflammatory chemicals involved in acne and sun-related skin aging; it also helps prevent skin cancer; and it has a lion-tamer effect on tumor cells. What’s more, green tea contains L-theanine, a de-tensing amino acid -- and anything you can do to staunch the flow of the stress hormone cortisol helps keep collagen fibers intact. Green and Leafy Certain dark leafy greens, whether they’re fresh, frozen, raw, or steamed, really deliver on vitamin A, one of the most skin-essential vitamins going. The skin doc’s 3 top picks: SPINACH, TURNIP GREENS, BROCCOLI What they do: Deliver a hefty supply of vitamin A, which supports skin cell turnover, the process that keeps cell growth and development humming along flawlessly. Without enough A, skin becomes dry, tough, and scaly. Fisherman’s Faves Several cold-water catches give your skin a double benefit: age-fighting omega-3 fatty acids plus the restorative powers of protein. The skin doc’s 7 top picks: SALMON, TROUT, TUNA, ATLANTIC MACKEREL, SARDINES, PACIFIC HERRING, MOST SHELLFISH Just don’t, uh, go overboard. As good as omega-3s are for skin (and the rest of you, too), worries about the amount of mercury in many fish mean it’s smart to limit seafood to two meals a week. That’s a must for women who are or might become pregnant or are nursing, and for young children, too. (Go here for the government’s fish guidelines.) What they do: Omega-3s fight inflammation, now considered one of the top skin-agers, and they also help protect against sunburn, enhancing the effects of your SPF sunscreen. Protein is required to build and repair skin cells and to make enzymes and hormones that help keep it glowing. Fill your weekly grocery cart with all of the above foods and you won’t just look younger, you’ll be younger. Eating at least 1 serving of fish a week and getting the right amount of antioxidants through diet or supplements lower your biological age. In fact, the antioxidants alone can make your RealAge up to 6 years younger. OK.....haha! Hey..whatever works , right!? Vitamin E products works for me

Answer: tomatoes, broccoli, shellfish, simply orange oj--yum tuna 2x a year green tea--yech--can't stand the stuff, or spinach or greens--these are all by accident--they are standard 3-4 times a week servings in our house--except shellfish-that's 2x a week

Question: Friend advice, might have cancer and/or heart problems.? My friend has an emotionally abusive Mom, how do I know this? Her Mom does the exact same stuff as mine did/does. She now has confessed that she has been having heart problems. She told me that she has blacked out because her heart sometimes doesn't let her breathe right. And they have found a lump until her arm. (She has doctors appointments the rest of the week, so that is taken care of). We never got along when we were preteen-teenagers but now that I have mellowed out (from getting married, having kids) and she has mellowed we have become good friends. I am worried about her and I want to know how I can best support her. Cancer hits really close to home, both of my Grandmothers and a really close (adult) friend have all died from it. And my Father keeps getting skin cancer (he works out in the sun a lot). I am scared for her. And I couldn't bare to loose her. I don't want to make her feel "sick" or that I am "worried" or that I look at/treat her any differently.

Answer: Hi there, I can understand the mother part as well my mother said to my sister when she found out I had cancer was "I wish she was dead" and then " how much is this going to cost me" needless to say I have no contact with her, but my older sister is there all they way for me. I hope the lump in the arm is just a cyst. And the heart anxiety. But if it is cancer you just have to be there for her and please don't give her trite answers like it's going to okay" or fight this hard etc. I have invasive stge 3 cancer and when I here that it drives me crazy. I just want to hear I"m sorry it's unfair, I love you and will help you. And be sure to help her as much as you can even if she says she's fine and can handle things. That's what I did and my older sister just bulldozed in with boost and food, and time with her. She just helps and I don't have to ask because it's so hard. We talk and talk and always make sure to laugh because I need that now more than anything else. As far as mother I forgive her now, she's getting old and confused and I have another sister manipulating her. Just be there. Good luck. Oh yeah my sister drives two hours for just about every test and surgury and now I honestly don't how I could have gone through it all with out her. Good luck and prayers all around But please remember to laugh SO IMPORTANT

Question: "I have not known anybody with cancer that survived it" was what she said, should she have said it? It was at my first cancer caregivers meeting at the hospital that I thought I should go to because I needed support with my wife's breast cancer. I told a friend who's husband has survived lung and skin cancer and she said something like that should never have been said in a support group of caregivers to cancer patients. It was both of our first times at the support group and I feel that she has not personally met too many people that has been diagnosed with cancer. In the waiting room where my wife gets her treatments there are walls of ribbons representing different types of cancers that people survived and when they do they pin them up on the walls. Do you feel she should have kept quiet about "not knowing anyone that survived cancer"? I have told many about my wife's breast cancer and they have told me stories of thier wife's survival. It keeps me optimistic. To the person who said "chemo damaged the heart" Our Oncologist ordered a "heart -test" to see how strong my wife's heart was to see how it would be effective against chemo treatments. If you have a weak heart to begin with and no test was done, then she would probably have a "bad heart" from chemo. Things are so improved now!

Answer: I have to disagree with you. The point of a support group is to give you a setting where you can safely say the things you feel. That was what she was feeling. Dont worry, if she keeps going to support group, she will meet many survivors. You keep going to. Support groups are one of the best things you could ask for.

Question: I'm only 17 and my estranged father has cancer...? My dad and I have had a very volatile relationship my entire life. He was very, very emotionally abusive and he would push/shove/grab me in anger. He has caused me an immense amount of suffering and trauma. I still am having trouble healing from it. When my mom finally divorced him, I eventually stopped talking to him completely, along with all of my other siblings. His stubbornness was just impossible to live with. But about a week ago I got a call from him telling me that he has melanoma skin cancer. I'm sure he was looking for support and maybe pity, but I was absolutely devastated and furious. I always remember him refusing to wear sunscreen, and burning to the point that his skin would turn a purple-ish color. Once again with his stubbornness.... He had complete control over this. He did this to himself, and to his kids. He has had skin cancer surgeries before, so he knew he was at risk. Yet he still didn't do anything about it. It was really only a matter of time before it got to this point... I don't know how to handle this situation. I would really appreciate some advice during this time. I still haven't told my friends about this. It's not really something that is easily brought up. And the last thing I want is pity. Any advice?

Answer: I have been in a similar situation, mind you I'm only 18. I didn't forgive him. I cant. I sent him a card and some of his small favorite things to let him know that I do hope he gets better. The card said something like, God Bless, Get well soon and I hand wrote a large portion saying that I wish the best for him and hope that he recovers quickly. But that I wasn't at a point in my life to let him back into it. The damage he did to me was to irreversible to be fixed so quickly. So yes, your my dad, and yes, I love you. But right now he doesn't deserve to be in my life and I need to heal before I can ever accept his presence in my life at all. I hope this might help. I will say that you dont want to completely excommunicate him from your life, eventually you might regret it. But do not rush into anything just because he wants you too. Make sure you articulate that you do love him, so you dont kill him slowly. I know this is really hard for you and I'm just telling you what I did. I hope your doing well and I know you cant make it through this with your head held high. good luck

Question: Need to vent...I was a Captain for a Relay For Life in Idaho Group to raise money for breast cancer. Then...? Then I was diagnosed with breast cancer and bone cancer and I had to step down from being the Captain. No one ever called to see how I was or asked if I needed any help. The closest cancer support group that I have found is an hour's drive away. I have dealt with that, it has been a year, now tha cancer is someplace else. The Relay For Life has come again and it is really getting under my skin. I don't want to cause a fuss and then people not give money to the cause, because it is truly a great thing to be part of. But, I guess I feel like the Team that I use to be the Captain of are fonies. Thank you for listening.

Answer: I know how you feel. I'm an RN, and when I got breast then bone cancer, no one ever called me to see how I was doing. I was a very good nurse--have lots of awards, and lots of doctor and nurse friends--or so I thought. It really hurt me. These people are educated, and you just don't expect to be treated like you have a contagious disease. I went to support also, but with the chemo, surgery, and radiation, (not to mention the bone stem-cell transplant), I can barely stay awake for the day, let alone drive an hour to a support group. It's a very lonely struggle.

Question: Bone Cancer..? My aunt who is a wondeful person has had skin cancer and breast cancer, has now been told that she has bone cancer. This explains why her bones keep breaking and now totally healing. I know that there is not a cute for this. How long does she have to live? Is there any type of treatments that can help? She has 3 kids, 6 brothers and sisters, and her mother is still alive. All of them would be deeply affected by her loss. I feel horrible about it. Especially since we recieved the news right after Christmas. What can I do to show support to her and my father (her brother)?

Answer: The medical world has made huge strides in fighting cancer. Bone cancer sometimes can be treated with stem cell implants among other things. Start researching the type of cancer your aunt has so you can be totally informed about the subject. Doing that will also help you give her the support she needs right now. If it is at all possible, maybe you could visit her doctor with her so you can hear first hand just what this method of treatment is going to be and what her prognosis may be. God bless you all. My prayers are with you.

Question: Would you have the courage 'row for hope' as a tribute to all those who battle cancer? If you can't would you support such a tribute? (CNN) -- After almost 3,000 miles of rowing, bouts of seasickness, equipment failure and salt sores, Paul Ridley is back on land.On day 88, Ridley, 25, completed his solo rowing trip across the Atlantic Ocean, becoming the youngest American ever to do so. For nearly three months, Ridley has been rowing up to twelve hours a day on the 2,950-mile journey to raise cancer awareness and hopefully raise money for cancer research. His organization "Row for Hope" was inspired by the death of his mother from skin cancer in 2001. Dedicating the trip to the memory of his mother, Ridley's goal was to cross the Atlantic Ocean with only oars and raise $500,000 for research at the Yale Cancer Center. While he arrived at his destination, he still has to raise $400,000 to meet his goal. After their mother died, Ridley and his sister Joy Ridley created Row for Hope, a fundraising effort in memory of their mother. The courage to confront and even embrace his discomfort and the danger from winter ocean weather comes from his mother Katherine. "Her fight was courageous but short," Paul said. "After she was gone I remember wondering how anyone ever moves on from that kind of loss." But even once on land, this journey is not over. In fact, it's just the beginning of a bigger expedition. "We'd like to keep Row for Hope alive to support other athletes who want to take on similar adventures for cancer research," he said. "We've learned a lot in the last several years, and we've set up the framework for other people to use. Basically, we want to help people use their big dreams to create big change in the fight against cancer." http://edition.cnn.com/2009/WORLD/americas/03/29/impact.row.atlantic/index.html

Answer: It's very admirable but I don't think I could do it...I can just about manage the 5k race for life for Cancer!

Question: Why do Feminists support the VAWA? The VAWA only helps to protect WOMEN from domestic abuse and violence, not men. This violates the equal protection clause. It also allows warrantless arrests of men if their wives say they've been abused, even if there is no evidence. If feminism is about equality, then why do Feminists support the VAWA, when it is not about equality? ...I know how some of you will respond, some of you will say "well men don't suffer from domestic violence as much as women". I MIGHT be willing to agree with you on that, that the majority of the time domestic abuse among family members occurs with the husband as the perpetrator and the wife as the victim.... ...but domestic violence definitely still at least happens to men, even if not as much as to women. That's like having a government-funded program that provides free skin cancer treatment only to whites, excluding blacks and hispanics, and justifying it by reasoning that blacks and hispanics don't get skin cancer as easily as whites do. Can you not see the racism in this idea? just curious: Not all men are like that. You're just trying to take the spotlight off of you for a moment. Yes, that user who asked the question is an A**hole. But he's obviously a troll and most of us choose to ignore him. Feminists who created the VAWA actually have a hold on politics, so they can't be ignored. Why do you assume every man has read that question that you posted the link to? ? (the user) you read my other question (what does the VAWA do) and many of the other answerers on there posted links to the ORIGINAL bill itself. Go ahead and follow those if you like. ?: Also, if these "misogynists" who posted these links didn't know what they were talking about and knew nothing of the VAWA, even though they posted links to the ORIGINAL DOCUMENT itself, then please, do tell me what it's about, and where they were wrong. antagonist: So what you are saying is that our Constitution is being "amended" to perpetrate inequality? If feminists are fine with modern inequality, then why did you have a problem with it in the first place? Simply because it was against you? The purpose of our Constitution is to create legal STABILITY, to create some foundation that CANNOT BE CHANGED, no matter crooked politicians in office want.

Answer: For the money and power. I'm being serious. Damn, I shouldn't have read any of your supporting details; you are so abso-fcking-lutely wrong about DV. Here's the truth as told in this list with results of 250 scholarly papers published over the past 30 years which all point to the same result: Women start DV just as often or more than men, and in unreciprocated DV women start it more than men: http://www.csulb.edu/~mfiebert/assault.htm

Question: Please look at this if you support our troops? Marine Sgt. Carmelo Rodriguez had skin cancer and was misdiagnosed by military doctors but because of the Feres Doctrine his family cannot bring up a lawsuit against the Federal government. http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/01/31/eveningnews/main3776580.shtml The above is the CBS news story on the Marine and his family. There is a bill being introduced to congress and a website in Sgt. Rodriguez's honor has a template letter which you can easily edit and send to your Senator and/or Representative which if you don't know lists your congressman's contact info. http://carmelofoundation.chipin.com/carmelo-foundation Please at least look at the story and let your congressman know your outrage. Show our servicemen that we appreciate their service to our country by doing this simple task. Please pass this on. God bless America!

Answer: I remember seeing this on the news. I was horrified by the story. It is so incredibly sad. My heart goes out to his family. My husband is a US Marine, my heart goes out to all in the armed forces. GOD BLESS AMERICA AND OUR TROOPS