Dear Dan - it's good to know you are doing good. Hope at some point you will feel like going on the road again. My dad was a high school music teacher for thirty two years and also traveled with a swing type band in the 60's and 70's called the Jack Stalcup Orchestra all over the Midwest. He used to say he'd played every vfw and legion in the Midwest. I had your song played at his funeral. I did not know until tonight that your dad was in music although I had always thought it was likely. Stay well. A fan ~ Robert Stearsman

Dear Dan, If there has ever been a Dan Fogelberg concert in the New York area since 1973, I have been there.  Watching you go round and round at Westbury Music Fair was always a trip, whether you were acoustic or with the band.  Jones Beach in the rain was one of the best shows but all your other Jones Beach concerts were wonderful too. Thank you for always being there in your music to give me solace, insight, hope, perspective and joy.  My prayers are with you and I patiently await the day of your full recovery and return to the concert stage to celebrate that glorious event. With love, hope and healing energy I send you the best I can.  Thank you for being you, the Leader of your band. Sincerely ~ Aileen Gould

Dear Dan, My husband is a prostate cancer survivor.  "Longer" was our wedding song in 1993.  Your music has been so important in our lives.  Our thoughts and best wishes are with you. ~ Joan Soper

Dear Dan, your music feels fresh & deep even as our lives change. We hope you'll make music for us longer than, well, you know the rest ... your friend ~ Lisa Jordan

Dan, you and your family will be in my constant thoughts and prayers. Thank you for the beauty of your music. ~ Nanette

Dan Fogelberg's music has such a special spot in my heart. Maybe it was because I was in my early twenties when he made his hits. Maybe it was because his music had a lot of play on the radio. All I know is that when I hear the sweet melody from "Longer " it makes we love my husband more. Or when I hear " Same Old Lang Syne" I think about how almost the same situation happened to me. His insightful lyrics in "Run for the Roses" paint the picture of him observing those beautiful horses and all they go through to win. But my favorite is " Missing You". What a line....."If I had you beside me, then I might just sleep through the night". Dan, if your reading this, thanks for all the wonderful images and music you have made. I play your music on those lazy Sunday mornings, drink my coffee and reminisce....~ Patti Weber

I continue to pray for your recovery and hope to see some good news soon. There are many of us out there that have been inspired by your gift of music and for that, thank-you. Get well friend ~ Cindy

Hello Dan, It's very unlike me to e-mail a legend such as you. I am watching your music dvd . My wife and I saw you at Red Rocks just a few years ago -- you were great. Your music means much to many people and I will keep it in my heart to myself. Hard to share what you mean to the person's soul! It is up to the individual to decipher your thoughts and your experiences. So I can relate to your music and what it means in daily life. You have had an exceptional outlook on life. Your music keeps me on track no matter how bad things are. Such an artist ,my friend. Wish I could have met you. Be proud and be strong.
Such an influence on people's lives. I have much to be thankful for. Thank you, sir, for all you have contributed! Please play again. May you walk with the good spirit ! Regards ~ Gary J Bell

I last sent my thoughts, wishes and praises for you about a year and a half ago. It's been difficult trying to get current information on how you are doing, however , one thing is still consistent as a result of your influence in my life and life of my children. When I wrote last time I indicated that "Longer" was our wedding song in 1989. In 1993 when we saw you at the Valley Forge Music Fair, my wife was pregnant with our first. Today I still sing my youngest to sleep with "Leader of the Band". He is my second child and is 8. Get this. He sang to his 4 year old cousin, to sleep the other night with "Leader of the Band". Just proof your musical talents and lyrics are timeless and meaningful even to the youngest of hearts. I want this timelessness for you and your family. You should always be together and have the long life that your music endures. Thank You ~ Alan Tate-Marlton, NJ

Dan,  Continued good wishes for your recovery from prostate cancer.  You are in our  thoughts and prayers and we wish you Godspeed.  Your music is a constant  source of entertainment and inspiration to all your fans. We listen to you all the time when we are traveling from Illinois to Tennessee where we are building our retirement home. Please take care and know you are thought often. ~ Pam Mulinix and Don Hills, Aurora,IL

Just wanted to let you know that I'm keeping you and your family in my prayers. I often think of you when I think of my younger days, and the hard times I went through. "Part of the Plan" was always a song that I'd listen to over and over again.
You are a very talented writer and I love your music. Please know that you touched many of us over the years...my kids listen to you and love you, too. I'm sorry that you have to go through this hard time. Like my Dad always used to say, "Let Go and Let God". He always told us that He has such a strong hold on us and he'll never let us down, even when we fall away from Him.
Anyway, I just wanted to send a little message to let you know that I'm thinking about you and your family in these trying times. I feel like I sorta know what you're going through, because my Dad went through 3 years of struggling with Cancer before he died. It's so draining and hard on you and your family. Just remember if it starts to get really hard, to enjoy any and every moment you can. Make them special and as happy as you can. I'm one of your biggest fans. Love ~ Donna Revetta

Dan,  I first discovered your music while I was at NAU in Flagstaff, AZ.  My roommate was walking through the lobby of a dorm and someone had "Home Free" playing on the record player.  She and I checked all the music stores in Flagstaff, trying to find it without much luck.  So, we both ordered it, anticipating the moment it would arrive.  It still is one of my favorite albums. From that point on I count myself as one of your greatest fans - your music speaks to me.  I first saw you in concert in Denver at Ebbetts Field during Christmas break in 1973/74, an intimate setting.  It was like you were playing in my living room. Since then, I have seen you many more times at Red Rocks, the Paramount Theater and McNichols, never to be disappointed. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.  Thank you for your music.  Hope to see you in Colorado soon! ~ Debi Swoboda

May the healing arms of all loving kindred spirits wrap you and Jean in a protective healing blanket. Please know that we are keeping you both in all thoughts and prayers daily. ~ Carole Rowlands

Dan,  Happy Belated Birthday to you.  I hope this Birthday finds you in good spirits and spiritually good.  Our prayers and best wishes go out to you and Jean as well as your families.  Thank you for the inspiration and future inspirations to come!  An old Blues friend of mine used to say this to all of his friends on their Birthdays, so I will share it with you.  Happy Birthday, Dan.  May you live as long as you want and never want as long as you live.  Ever On! ~ Tim Versellie - Clinton Township, MI.

Dear Daniel, Nine months before August 13, 1951- God gave you life - truly a gift. As time passes, more quickly with each passing year, our lives are filled with many wonderful and difficult experiences, each allowing us to grow physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Using our God given talents for His Glory, our lives are much like drops of water in this pond of life creating ripples with our thoughts, words, and deeds. God's forgiveness through Jesus Christ gives us life again. His forgiveness brings healing and growth to the inner parts of our soul. The ripples of God's unconditional, forgiving, divine love and truth flow through our souls, our bodies, our families, our friends, our communities and our world. "He sent His word and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions." Psalm 107:20

May God continue to bless you with His healing and allow His Word and creation to inspire you to continue the flow of His love and His truth to others wherever His journey for your life may take you. Go with God's Grace, Mercy, Peace, Truth and Love! Happy Birthday!

Dear Dan, Quite simply, thank you for your lovely music. God truly blessed you. I pray He will help you heal and make yours,  Jean's, and your families' each & every day ahead - bearable.  We would like more of your music, so please take care and give the fight all you've got. Sincerely ~ Donna in Nacogdoches, TX.

Dan - Every time I hear your song "Same Old Lang Syne" it instantly reminds me of a girl I almost married in the mid-1970's.  After hearing the song a couple years ago I went to your website.  I found your first FAQ that said the story in "Same Old Lang Syne" really happened at Christmas 1975 or 1976.  I was really surprised because a few days after Christmas 1975 was when my girlfriend and I told her parents of our plans to marry.  Then I read your website Discography and found that the song was released on your album "The Innocent Age" in the same month and year that I married my wife (a wonderful woman).  A double coincidence of my past and present life with "Same Old Lang Syne"! Shortly after announcing our plans to marry my girlfriend had a painful experience with my father and soon thereafter accepted an unexpected job offer out-of-state.  We slowly drifted apart.  The last time I saw her was the late 1970's and the last time we talked was the early 1980's when we called each other that we were getting married to other persons. I wrote her a couple letters over the last few years.  I waited and waited for a response.and finally gave up hope that I would ever receive one.  A few days after Christmas 2005 I picked up my mail and was absolutely shocked to find a nice Christmas card, letter, and family photo from my old girlfriend.exactly 30 years (within 1 day or so) after we announced our plans to marry! Thanks for your timeless "Same Old Lang Syne".  And my very best wishes to you and your family. ~ An Anonymous Midwest Fan

Dear Dan, Your music and wisdom has given me hope, joy, inspiration, and touched my heart since I first heard you on the radio in concert when I was about 14 (1975) (in a concert with poco).  I fell in and out of love in my life with your music almost as a soundtrack understanding and supporting what I was going through in a way that I just couldn't believe.  Christmas morning one year my sister and I raced out to the car to put our new cassette of Nether Lands in our cassette player (we didn't have one in the house)  We sat there for hours. I've driven many hours to hear you in concert and always felt so blessed that you chose to develope your talents and pour the love and wisdom of your life experience over those around you. Your music has blessed my life and the lives of my family as it poured from your soul over ours healing all that it touched...it continues to do so like ripples in a pond...and always will

I believe that you will be healed as you focus on love, life, living and being grateful for all that you have and are. The prayers of faith from your friends and family and yourself are making the difference.  Eat organic fruit and veggies (exclusively) and fill your life with love and a grateful heart. Replace fear with love and all will be well. You are adored and cherished by more than you could ever know. Feel loved and be well. Sending Joy, peace and health ~ Katheryn Bieber

I first came across Dan Fogelberg's music in 1979 while I was dating a girl from Memphis Tenn (I'm from the UK).  I thought the harmonies and lyrics were wonderful and immediately bought all the albums.  Then Phoenix came out and "Longer" blew me away; I used to sing this to Little Miss Memphis. "The Innocent Age" arrived and "Same Old Lang Syne" quickly became my all-time favourite love song - I still listen to it and get cold shivers....

I was very sad to hear of your latest challenge and I wish you the strength to fight it and return to either recording and/or playing live again. Whatever happens, I would like to thank you for all the pleasure you have given me through your music since 1979 and I hope you come out at the other end of these troubles and continue to make people smile again and share your songs with us. ~ David Bernstein - UK

Dearest Dan - I have been in love with you since 1979 ... never having met you, of course, but instead being introduced to your music by a college friend who, when visiting him in his dorm room for the first time, put on a pot of coffee and HOME FREE. "To The Morning" instantly captured my heart and soul. I immediately went to a record store to purchase every Dan Fogelberg album available and fell in love at first listen to every song on every album! During my college years I saw you in concert in Connecticut. Soon after moving to New York City in 1982, I saw you in concert at Radio City Music Hall. Over the years I attended your concerts at Jones Beach Theatre and I have most often attended your concerts at Westbury Music Fair. Once I even impulsively saw you in concert two nights in a row - at .Westbury one night, and the next night at the Beacon Theatre in Manhattan! It was a delightful Dan Fogelberg double feature! And it was also most memorable because at the Beacon you played a song called "Fire and Ice" which you had not performed the night before, and I have never heard you perform it again since. Solo acoustic or with your multi-talented bands, your concerts have always been a highlight of my life and I still fall in love at every listen to every one of your songs! I often think about what one thing would I want to say to you if I ever had the chance, and this was it - I have been in love with you since 1979. I have never fallen out of love with you ... and I never will. Thank you so very much for enhancing my life with your music. I work near Carnegie Hall in Manhattan, and I remember reading somewhere that a concert at Carnegie Hall was one of your most memorable because it meant so much to you and your parents. When I first learned of your illness, I walked by Carnegie Hall and I touched the wall just to feel your spirit echo there. It does - and it always will ...  With Best Wishes to you and yours always   ~  June

Dan, Whenever someone I know is struggling with life's difficulties, I usually give them a CD of yours with suggestions of songs to help their heart, soul or spirit.  I pray that the muse who gave you the melodies and especially the lyrics has comforted you and will give you hope in the days ahead.  I am 43 yrs old.  I want you to know that you were on the turn-table when I fell in love (more than a couple of times in my youth), you were in the cassette player when I buried my grandparents, you have sung my children to sleep on the CD player.  I think of you first when the big things happen in my life....you have always come through.  I miss you and I will continue to pray for blessings and healing in your illness. May God bless you.

Dear Dan (and Jean): Happy belated birthday.  I hope you are healthy and happy!  I can't express what your music has meant to me throughout my life, and even if I attempted to, I'd just be echoing the thoughts of your millions of fans around the world.  Suffice it to say I think you are brilliant, you are loved, and that you will continue to make music for years to come. Peace ~ Theresa

Hi there.  I wanted to wish you well and let you know that I'm a new fan who has just discovered you!  I heard the song "Leader of the Band" on the radio one day and it gave me chills and goosebumps, plus filled my eyes with tears.  I love to sing and so I found the cd soon after and play it constantly so that I can feel that soaring, beautiful emotion that fills your voice and your song.  I'm so touched by this that I'm looking forward to hearing other tunes from the past that I've missed out on, and I want to thank you for putting into words and music the way I feel about my own father with this incredibly beautiful song.
   
Also, I literally just found out about your prostate cancer just now as I was surfing the internet, and I wanted to say that I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers and I hope you'll come through this healthy and vitally alive.  I think you have a wonderful voice and a passionate soul and that I'm so happy to have finally found your music. My love and thoughts to you and your family ~ Tracy Steen

Happy Birthday Dan!  May your journey through life be rewarding and thought provoking and may God continue to heal you and your spirit. ~ Suzie in Peoria, IL.

Dan, Happy Birthday!  On Sunday, August 13th, I remembered it was your birthday.  I also recalled that we first met 31 years ago right before your birthday, in 1975, when you opened for the Eagles in Minneapolis. You and your music have been such an influence in my life.  I think of you often, wonder how you are faring, and send love and gratitude your way. You are in my prayers ~ Julie Riddle Johnson

Dear Dan, This is to wish you a very Happy, Healthy Birthday!!!  I have never forgotten your Birthday since I was back in school and the date was circled on your Album cover, August 13th.  My Birthday is on 8/16.  I am so happy that you are ok and wish you every happiness, peace and most importantly, health in the coming years and many years to follow.
   
I know how hard it can be to battle Cancer. I have worked for Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in NYC, where I live. I helped my Mom battle her lung cancer and my Dad with his prostate cancer- he was fine after treatment. They are both in Heaven together now with the Lord taking care of them.  You have been such a major part of my life, in terms of you music, since I was a 17 year old Freshman in College.  I will be 48 on 8/16.  I have been praying for you and your wife, Jean, during this difficult time in your life. Please know that your music  still inspires me and moves me and touches me and always will. ~ Jean M. Shea, NYC

Dear Dan, Well hell I was just doing some research on what you're up to these days and I find out you've got cancer.  No doubt you are living every moment more intensely than you ever have now I'm sure.

The reason I was thinking of you is because I'm building a webpage and I'm trying to get a section of it together that talks all about my musical influences.  (I make my living as a guitar player). So you should know that when I was 12, my Mom had a cassette of "Souvenirs" and the first time I heard it I was captivated by it. I was already quite serious about the guitar by then (I started when I was 8).  We listened to it in the car all summer that year.  I learned every song on it.  It started me thinking about orchestration and how to layer different guitar parts on top of each other, etc.  It took me years to actually get to where I was realizing it in my playing and in my recording.  The other Musician that did that same thing to me about 5 years after that was Steve Morse, guitarist in the Dregs and now with Deep Purple. The first big concert I ever went to was Journey in 1976.  The second one I went to was to see you in Anaheim, California a few years after that.  You played the entire show by yourself.  I was amazed.  I was expecting a huge band with multiple guitars and all that going on. But it was just a great show.  I learned something that nite...that the same song can be articulated in many different ways and still have a big impact. My own music is kind of a mix of jazz and rock with some elements of brazilian and latin and blues and funk and lately lots of 3 against 2 african style rhythm stuff, and a little blues mixed in.  It sounds like a mess when I describe it like that but I think what I'm coming up with is satisfying and worth listening to.  When I was young I thought I would end up playing in a band like yours, but somewhere along the way I became kind of a jazzer.   But I still have the pop sensibility of wanting singable melodies (even tho there's no singer), and layering multiple parts together in a cohesive way.

Thank you for all the wonderful music you've made.  Thanks for what I learned from your music that ultimately made me a better musician.  I wish you well and I hope you will get a lot both physically and spiritually out of your healing process. ~ -Jeff Miley, Los Angeles, CA

Dear Dan, Happy belated birthday!  Hope things are improving for you.  We wish you and your family the happiness you have bestowed on us with your songs and concerts!  Hang in there! ~ The Mancini Family

A belated happy birthday to one of my  favorite people on this planet. I'm reading all these wonderful messages  from your fans and cannot add anything you haven't already heard or  read. How wonderful to know you have touched  so many people in your life! My life has been made better for knowing  the great gift of poetry and music you have given to this  world.  ~ J. G. Tampa, Fl

Dear Dan, Happy Birthday! I was hoping to see some message from you but perhaps you are spending your special day far away from phones, e-mails and other technology. I hope that no news - is good news. I'm the mom of a 15 year old
daughter and I'm hooked on one of her favorite bands. Check out the piano playing of Andrew McMahon of Something Corporate and Jack's Mannequin. He's recently beat acute lymphatic leukemia and is quite an inspiration at 23. Thoughts, prayers, love and thanks to you always. ~ Terri Elise Goldstein, Tampa

Dear Dan - I don't know if you even read these but...  Wishing you the very best of everything (and most importantly restored health) on your birthday and for the year(s) ahead.  Wishing that wherever you are that this birthday celebration is the best one of your life!  You and your loved ones continue to be in my prayers daily.  Keep fighting and remember - you haven't done a farewell tour (or 2) yet!  God's blessings to you and your family.  Love ~ Nancy - Belvidere, IL

Your music inspired me and helped me find my way through this red road. It is an honor to have an opportunity to let you know. Best wishes and good health. ~ Suzi from Hartsel, Colorado

I first heard of Dan Fogelberg in the winter of 1981. I was at work and feeling a little low when " Same Old Lang Syne" came on the radio. The keyboard was just so beautiful and then the lyrics came in . Some how they combined and went straight to my heart. By the end of the song I had tears in my eyes and a warmth in my heart to know that someone else had been there. Since that time Dan has been with me. I'm a trucker and have been all over the U.S. and Canada and Dan has accompanied me the whole way. Through the mountain passes with " High Country Snows" and "Sutter's Mill" to both coasts
with " The Sand and the Foam " and the desert with "The Spirit Trail " ( I even lettered my truck my truck with the latter). And of coarse " Leader of the Band " and "Run for the Roses" go without question. Since these times my daughter has grown up and has taken on the same love of music that I have and has embraced Dan and his music the same way. This touches me deeply. She has accompanied me twice to see Dan in concert and comments often how she would like to see him again. Me too. There is a power to Dan Fogelberg's music that I believe to be inspired by the " Creater Spirit " as he puts it. This same spirit will always be with you Dan, as you face these difficult times. After all, this whole thing is simply a learning experience for us all . Thank You for being there and know that we are all here for you. Sincerely ~ Patrick O'Neil

Dear Dan,  Last week the local FM programmed station played one of your songs and I thought, Gee, I haven't heard Fogelberg in a while. Coincidentally, I spotted and bought the Essential Dan Fogelberg CD at Borders.  I bought it, played it and was overwhelmed at how wonderful the music and lyrics sounded after a long time since I played them on my turntable when we were all younger.  It was so good to hear the beautiful melodies and stories, and hear songs like "Leader of the Band" that I have always related to my own father.  The whole Essential DF CD was just one great song and memory after another. I shared the CD with several friends who enjoyed it enthusiastically. So, 30 minutes ago I decided to look for a web site to e-mail you my thanks and appreciation of your artistry.  I was totally shocked to hear of your illness.  I want to add my best wishes to those who have preceded me, the thousands of kind and gentle people who related to your wonderful music.  I hope this finds you and your family in good health and spirits. Thank you for sharing your voice and gentle spirit with us. ~ Mel Miller, San Diego

Happy Birthday Dan! I hope this birthday finds you on your way to a full and speedy recovery. My sisters and I were saddened to hear of your illness and will be standing by waiting for you to be ready to tour again. Until then we will fill our "Dan" void by listening to your wonderful music and praying for your health. Sincerely ~ Shirley Garcia, Tampa, FL

Dear Dan – Happy Birthday. Still praying for your healing. Still listen to your music. ~ Mary, Tampa, FL

A birthday wish for one of my favorite performers and writers. My son shares August 13 with Dan as his birthday.  My son turned 22 yesterday. Since I see no news regarding Dan, I hope all is well and that he is improving.  Right after my 50th birthday a year or so ago, I had a complete physical, including the PSA.  Mine was normal. ~ Michael Keaton

Happy belated birthday Dan.  Reading down through these thoughts and well wishes seems to put a new spin on an old line, "Such is the language of love". ~ Richard, Sebastian, FL

Dan, Just wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday!  Took up sailing this summer on a Sweet 16 sailboat.  It is wonderful sailing silently with the wind and a little frustrating sailing into the wind :-)  Thanks & Blessings ~ Mark in KC

Dear Dan:  It's been a year since your uplifting letter to your fans was published. Here's wishing you a very Happy Birthday and many blessings in the coming year.   I raise my glass to you right now dear friend, and wish you continued health and happiness ever on! ~ Lesley Hamer, Williamsburg, VA

Thinking of you today and wishing you peace and blessings on your birthday. ~ Sandi

Dan - best wishes on your birthday!   Hoping that your health continues to get better every day.  Love you always! ~ Cathy from Connecticut

Dan,  I guess reading this stuff over the last couple of years you must have figured out that you have meant an awful lot, to an awful lot of people.  Hope these few hundred thousand well chosen words have inspired and uplifted you, as you have all of us.......for so many years.  A highlight of my life was meeting and talking with you after a Seattle concert in October of '93.  I was the last person you spoke to prior to getting into the limo, after I watched you patiently and graciously greet every single fan....waiting in the rain....at 1 AM.  We tend to set unrealistic expectations of our heroes, that none of could hope to meet ourselves in every circumstance, simply given our humanity.  It is a rare pleasure to see those unrealistic expectations SURPASSED, with grace and simply with one's valuable time.  I had the privilege of chatting for 5 minutes with the person I most admired on earth.....and met a great guy.  I got home at 3 AM....and my wife awoke knowing something special had happened just by the energy coming from me.  Thank you for that, it was a GREAT thrill for me.  You, your wife, and your health...are constantly in my prayers.  I hope this birthday was a special one, to be followed by many more. ~ Tim Ogard, Seattle

Happy Birthday Dan... wishing you the very best today and for a long time to come. My prayers are with you and I pray you are doing well. ~ Michele K.

Best wishes on your birthday, Dan. You are in my prayers every day. "there's a light in the depths of your darkness." Peace ~ JLA

Dear Dan, I want to send along my best wishes for your birthday.  I hope you are in good spirits and improving health.  May God bless you and Jean and sustain both of you during this time. Best wishes ~ Tammy in Illinois

Dear Dan (and Jean): We all wait, impatiently sometimes, for news of how you are. I hope you are well and, most importantly, enjoying your life. I remain in awe of your artistic vision and perspective. You have blessed all of us with the beauty within you. My fervent prayer is that you stay strong and do whatever brings your life most meaning. Peace and happy birthday ~ Angela from Pennsylvania

Happy Birthday, Dan!   Thinking of you and hoping your day was near perfect!  Still love the music - and passed that on to my boys.   Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers and wishing you the best ~ RS, now in DC

Happy Birthday Dan!  Our best wishes for you as you've reached the double nickel!  From two friends from Illinois whose hearts belong to Colorado

Just sending lots of loving wishing to Dan on his birthday.  Hope your health is well. I beat lung cancer last year and know you can heal yourself too!! Keep the  faith... In Light &  Love ~ Debra/Miami

Happy Birthday, friend!  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family every day!  ~ CG

Dear Dan, I hope you have a wonderful birthday and many more to come! You look fantastic!   Best wishes ~ Karen Jordan

Dan - Happy Birthday!  I hope this birthday finds you well and getting better and stronger every day.  You are in my thoughts often and my prayers as well.  Keep fighting and be well. ~  MH

Happy Birthday, Dan.  Hope your health is steady.  You released Home Free the year I was born... it continues to bring me such a sense of comfort.  Thanks for all of your music. ~ Will in Honolulu

Dear Dan, Just wanted you to know that I was thinking of you on your 55th birthday and always!  My husband and I are continuing to pray for your  complete recovery. Thanks for sharing your talents with us. Your music is the  best!
Love & Happiness ~ Jill Alder, Clinton, NY

Happy Birthday, Dan. I'm praying with all my might that this birthday finds you strong and healthy. Thank you again for the wonderful gift of music you have given the world. ~ Julia, Michigan

Happy Birthday Dan.  Hope you had a fabulous  day.  Thank you for your fantastic songs. Listening to them is the best part of my day.  One of my few regrets in life is not  having had the opportunity to attend one of your performances.  I pray  that all is going well for you. I anxiously await word on your improved health.~ Sandy Nichols, WV

Hi Dan! Happy Birthday from Reno! We miss your concerts and hope you and Jean are doing well. ~ Dave and Alexia

I had been hoping for an update today about how you are doing since you gave one last year on your birthday.  I sincerely hope you are doing well and I continue to pray for your full recovery.  I am in Maine vacationing right now and enjoying some of the areas that have inspired some of your beautiful songs. I so miss your new CDs and concerts, but your health is all that really matters to all your fans.  God bless and keep you. ~  Linda B.

Happy Birthday, Dan and wishing many more in the future for you! As many others have noted, I began listening to you in the early 70s and continue to do so almost on a daily basis, into my 51st year :-) Your music means so much to so many, and has touched me deeper than you can ever imagine. Prayers are with you and yours through these difficult times and as always, I await the release of your next   "album" with great anticipation! Love and Prayers ~ Karen in Oregon

Happy Birthday and many more. God bless you , and your family. Thank you for your music and sharing your heart with us all of these years. Love to you, and prayers also. Be happy, Dan and Jean. ~ Donna Gonzalez. 

HAPPY 55th BIRTHDAY DAN FOGELBERG! It is a gift for all of us to have you on the planet!  I thank you from the depths of my soul for all of the words and music, the concert memories, and for touching a place in my heart that no other music quite reaches.  You are a beautiful and unique individual and you have always been in my prayers and in my heart, especially now, in your cancer battle.  It gives me a lot of comfort to know that you have your wife Jean, to love you and help you though this.  I hope you are celebrating together on some wild mountaintop, or sailing away on a wonderful journey. Peace, love, and friendship, your fan ~ Karen Ward Dorena, Oregon

Dan, Happy Birthday!!!  It was one year ago today that you gave us a gift (not to mention the many others with your wonderful music and messages throughout the years).  Last year on your birthday you let us know that you were doing much better and on the road to recovery.  I remember sitting here crying while reading it because it had been more than a year before that I heard you were sick (by a dj on the radio) and came to your website to find more news. So it was so great reading your message.  For the past four years on this day I wake up wishing my daughter a second Happy Birthday (her original due date, but she was born August 3rd) and then wish you a Happy Birthday.  I hope and pray that you are doing well.  Peace to you and your family. ~  Linette in St. Louis

Well, August 13, a special day, Happy Birthday! "Begin at once to live, and count each separate day as a separate life." ~ Seneca.  Growing up with you and listening to you, each album holds a special place at each pinnacle of my life. I am so happy to say that seeing you in person from when Nether Lands came out up until your unfortunate cancellation, also etches memories of my youth shared with so very many others standing around me in the audience having their own personal experience with you at the concert. And as the years flew by and my children grew to your words and melodies becoming all too familiar with each and every song, their profound  messages written from your soul span across the generations. My 80 year old Dad loved your concert at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater,   FL. The amazing thing is how you remained true to your spirit and where your heart led you despite society's demands of what was wanted as cultural acceptance at the time. Your music will remain a powerful, moving gift to many now and many generations to come. Thank you for the depth, breath, and serenity your words and music have given me. May each and every day bring you a new path of peace, vision and fire in your heart to create the next chapter in your   life. Again, Happy Birthday! ~ Lisa Deak, Port Richey, FL.

Dear Dan,  A most Happy Birthday! I feel truly blessed to have discovered your music many years ago. Additionally, I was fortunate enough to see you in concert-first in Durango, Colorado (Apr. '82) and again at Red Rocks in July 1997.   Of all your recordings, I love The Wild Places album the best. It is a MUST listening whenever I take spiritual treks through Colorado and Utah parks and wilderness areas.    I too had a life-threatening illness, but through my faith, the miracle of medicine, and support of family and friends, I have endured.  It has been 7 & 1/2 years now since my "Gift of Life"- a kidney transplant! I have been able to return back to my music and classic rock band I now have.   I am confident you will see through this period of trial and tribulation and will soon get back to what you do best: write and record wonderful songs! God bless you Dan! I look forward to your next recordings. ~   John Mascaro, Lauderdale Lakes, Fl.

Happy Birthday!  Coming from another 55 year old fan. I pray you are well and you continue to have the upper hand on the cancer.  Your music has meant so much to me and my family who are also "fans of Dan".  I will continue to pray for you and your family on your day!  Best Wishes ~ Terry, Thornton, Colorado

Dear Dan, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!  With love and prayers to you and your family. ~  KT in Virginia.

Hello Dan, Happy Birthday!  Wanted to let you know that your legions of fans think of you often, especially on this special day. Best regards ~ David Iden

Wishing you a happy birthday, Dan, and praying for good health for you. Peace ~ Susan

Dan, Best wishes for a happy birthday, many more to come. Thanks for the wonderful music all these years. ~ Bob in CA

Happy Birthday Dan!  Hope all is going positive in your corner of the world. ~ Kim - Peoria

Happy Birthday Dan,wishing you the best and hoping all is well. Thank you for all your music you have given us.Peace to you. A forever and longtime fan ~ William

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAN !   I wish love, joy, strength, and good health.  Thanks for many years of enjoyment.  Peace to you and your family. ~  Kelly

Dear Dan: May God bless you! ~ Mark Maresca

Happy Birthday Dan!   I hope that today you celebrate good health and happiness.  I think of you often and miss you. ~ Catherine

Happy Birthday, Dan Fogelberg ! I'm fan since 1974. Your music is wonderful and I hope you have strength for new Songs. All the very best for you and your family. Kind regards ~ Astrid "Schöni" Schönwetter Germany

Happy Birthday, Dan ...with love and prayers ~ Deborah F.

Happy Birthday Dan!  And thanks again for sharing  the music with us all these years.  We hope you are well, and wish you and  Jean many happy and healthy years together. ~ The Shannon Family,  Delaware