My brother was just recently diagnosed with Hodgkins. Brings back memories. Our mother died of cancer at age 44 in 1980 and I was diagnosed 28 years ago with NHL. So I want everyone to know that there is hope and this can be beat. I never thought I would have a day when I did not think about my battle with NHL. But I can honestly say there are days it never enters my mind. Too busy with work, my 2 kids. Although they are now 24 and 21 years old. Also something I never thought I would have since I was told I would be sterile after chemo. Wrong - and I am glad of that. Oh and my 11 month old grandson will keep me on my toes. I also need to mention that I suffer from what is called Kidney Reflux Disease. Something that as I understand has left me with about 1/2 of my kidney function. Oh yeah there is also my cardiomyopathy, 2 stents as a result of radiation "possibly" - they never will admit a direct link. And one last problem, I have a difibrillator. All at 49 years old. I am not complaining. I am truly a lucky person. The best care in the world saved my life and I am truly grateful for that. I wanted to post my story to let people know that there is hope and that you can live a very long time after beating this. I have no plans on going anywhere. My best advice is to have a positive attitude. There are so many joys in life to let this ruin it for you. Maintain hope, things will get better.