Dan, I've seen you in concert and listened to your "albums" for years.  You are a beautiful, talented person and you've touched so many people with your music.  I'm sure your strength and determination will get you through this, along with the prayers of so many people like me.  Hang in there. ~ Maureen

Dan, I lost track of your music for a couple of years.  In the process of trying to find out if you had made any more albums, I discovered two things.  One, there were three albums that I had never heard of and since have purchased and are enjoying very much.  Secondly, I found out about your cancer.  I want you to know how much your music has touched my life.  You definitely have a gift given from God!  I have been and will continue to pray for you and your family...My hope, from the words
in some of your more recent music, is that you believe in God and in his Son Jesus..  My prayer for you is two-fold, First - that you may be healed and can continue to bless us all with your gift.  Secondly, that you would know the peace that only Jesus can give. Please Heal Fast and Go on Tour Soon... ~ Gus Ewell, Loveland, Colorado

Dan, I can't begin to tell you what your music has meant to me.  My brother and his best friend introduced you to me almost 30 years ago and the three of us continue to be devoted fans.  Both my brother and his friend are musicians and still play your music on a regular basis.  "Wysteria" has been and will continue to be my favorite song, although it is difficult to pick a
favorite, as whenever I hear any of your songs I swear that one is my favorite!  I will pray for your healing and for your family.  God bless you, Dan.  ~ Cindy, Austin, TX

Your songs have become part of the fabric of my life, running through my mind when most needed. Your contribution to American music is immeasurable. May God bless and watch over you. In prayer ~ Anne Kelderhouse

Dan, I wanted to tell you, I'm one of those older guys in their late 50's who have been with you since "Looking for a Lady" came out. I am an amateur musician and have been forever and your music changed my life back when we were both young and good looking. I've written before, but I felt a need to tell you again the impact you have on my life. Every few days I listen to "The Innocent Age" (my favorite). But that's just the beginning. When you create the music, it becomes a part of you, but when you listen to the music, it becomes a part of your life. You have been an intrinsic part of my life for 35 years. You love Maine and the Rockies. We can relate because we love the Sierra Nevada more than most people can imagine. Every time we're on our way to the Sierra from the Palm Springs area in California, we have one of your cd's on. We ski, we hike, we fish. If it's in the mountains, we try to do it. Though music is a part of our lives, we could never capture the beauty of nature as you have in your songs.  We try to capture what you love and what we love in pictures. We look forward to the day when we can make our way to the coast of Maine, to experience the beauty that you have. If not we will continue to live it through your music.

Dan, I sound like every other fan on this site. Perhaps I am. But, for 35 years we have been together. You just weren't aware of it, but I was. You took me through the hardest times of my life -- divorce, heartache, etc. You've been there, done that, you know. Now, I'm there for you. Prayer, love, support. At your concerts you have given credit to many people. In 2003 at Anaheim, Ca. You paid homage to George Harrison. In the credits of your cd's you credit others including the Buffalo Springfield. You are the greatest singer/song writer of our time, and I think it's time someone gave a little more credit to you. We love all that you have given us. Please, get well, give us more. (sounds selfish, but we miss you dearly). Supportive love ~ James & Ruthie Foltz, Sky Valley, Ca.

Dan, I have listened to and loved your music for many years. I want to wish you the best while you are battling your cancer. I know what a struggle it is because my husband was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma in Feb of 2004. He received a stem cell transplant in July of that year and we had hoped that would save his life. It didn't and he died in December of 2004. I know that those do not sound like encouraging words for you but the fact is that you are still alive and fighting which is a good thing. My husband, Drew, fought to the end and did it with a positive attitude and a great sense of humor. I miss him very much and I have tried to keep hanging in there with that same positive attitude and sense of humor which is what he would have wanted. I often listen to your music and one of both of our favorites was High Country Snows. We heard it at a Bed & Breakfast we were staying at in Yosemite and bought the CD as soon as we got home. I listen to that a lot laying in my
hammock at night looking at stars knowing he is listening to it too up there wherever he is. So thank you for your part in that spiritual connection that I have with him. Keep hanging in there and fighting, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely ~ Sara Medzyk

Dan, When I was a small child, my mother and sisters gave me the gift of music -- in other words, they allowed me to handle your records and entrusted them to my care. I played them on a little portable record player. I studied every inch of the Souvenirs sleeve in particular, and as soon as I could read I studied the lyrics. Now, looking back, I can say I had the greatest start on the path to poetry one could ever dream of. Your music takes me back to that very special time in my life -- the innocent age most definitely -- when I was surrounded by my family. Now that I'm older, my sisters are all in different places, both spiritually and physically, and my mother passed in 2004. But music has always been an abiding comfort and a healing balm. Thank you so much for the treasure you bestowed on all of us with your music and your words and your spirit which will always shine through. I was so sorry to hear about your illness and wanted to send you my best wishes for healing and love and to extend my gratitude for the beauty you have given to my life. With love ~ Sara T., Manchester, NH.

Best wishes to Dan, as he goes down this difficult road, from a fan  from back in the 1970s.  "Wysteria" remains one of the most beautiful songs  I've ever heard.  With thanks and hopes for healing ~ Vicki

I was introduced to your music when I was originally married in 1985 (the first time) and it has been one of the better things I walked away with. I can imagine what you are going through as Prostate Cancer has been part of my life's journey - through my Dad.  I pray that your treatment is successful and that you are soon able to bring your beautiful music to life once more. ~ Janet S. McCarthy

Dan, a special thanks for everything you've given throughout the  years.  Your music, and spirit continue to inspire.  Your words of  advice regarding prostate cancer helped me through early diagnoses and  treatment.  I'm still in the recovery phase  post surgery, and feeling better everyday. Your message regarding the PSA  test saved my life!  I'll always follow you down  the spirit trail. Thanks ~ Rich  Brinkmann

Just listening to the Souvenirs album, reminiscing back 30 years to how your music was the soundtrack to high school and some great times.  I wish you all the best and pray for you.

Dan, Your music is the best.  I wish you a complete and full recovery and hope you put out a new CD in the future.  I will be one of the first in line to buy it.  As so many people have already told you, your music is some of the best out there.  Very touching songs.  “Longer” was one of the songs in my wedding.  Take care and best wishes to you and your family! ~ Ruth D (Illinois)

Hi Dan! Your music has meant so much to me over these years, and your lyrics have inspired me in my own writings as well.  I wish you the very, very best  Dan.  I truly do, and it's a great feeling for me to be able to tell you  that.  Over the years I've often wondered what I'd say if I ever had the chance to meet you.  I could dream about that forever, but I do know I  would say "thank you", in the truest form of the word.  Thank you for being  you and for helping to create inside of me this love for music that I will  cherish forever.  Now I have goose bumps!  Love you Dan!  Please  get well. ~ Debbie Holland, Coopersville, MI